In this recurring special feature, Nonahood News recognizes and honors those everyday heroes who have served or are currently serving our country and making a difference in our community. Those who reside in the Lake Nona and surrounding area are our Nona Heroes. This month’s hero has been fighting fires for the past 15 years and began working in EMS in South Florida in … [Read more...]
Nona Alumni: Mackenzie Newton
In this recurring monthly special, Nonahood News will be featuring those who’ve graduated from Lake Nona High School and will recognize the achievements they’ve made since. Some will have been a part of the first graduating class. Others might have graduated a few years later. Few have stayed in the Lake Nona area, and many have explored the world or are still doing so. Let’s … [Read more...]
Back to Basics: Life Skills 101
Sugar and Salt and Everything Exfoliating! Welcome to Back to Basics, where we classy ladies try to establish just how basic one can be in the Orlando area. Now that we have moved on from chasing foodie trends, we’re tackling the next best thing in the Realm of Basic: Life Skills! Each month, we’re taking on learning a new and valuable life skill that we hope to share with … [Read more...]
The Artist: Living Dreams Through Useful Art
Meet Dan and Janis Pollock of Pollock Works. Nonahood News discovered these Clermont, Florida based artists during an Art After Dark event and immediately was fascinated by their handcrafted work. The couple focuses all of their attention on creating and combining art and woodworking as their passion, which is also their job. Although they did not go to school for art or … [Read more...]
NonaVentures: Hanging With the ‘Roos
We all have that one friend who is a die-hard adrenaline junkie who loves to discover their next greatest adventure. That friend is me… This feature is all about uncovering Lake Nona and Orlando’s greatest activities, especially if you enjoy living life on the edge! I found myself at Busch Gardens Tampa on a beautiful 80-degree day. Andrew and I were roaming the park, … [Read more...]