Our Nona Hero this month is a man – Batman, to be specific. John Kalish of Lake Nona is a retired Army veteran who has dedicated his life to his nonprofit, A Hero for Kids, where he is the founder, CEO and president. Kalish is frequently seen dressed as Batman, and in the winter months, he is often spotted decked out in Santa Claus gear. He visits children around the state in … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Teresa Turner
June’s Nona Hero is Teresa “Terri” Turner, a woman whom I have had the honor of knowing in a professional capacity for a few years. Terri Turner is a selfless and kind woman with an extensive career in the U.S. Army and the federal government to toughen her up. She is smart, sharp as a tack, and more gracious than most. Turner is a seasoned veteran of the army since … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Ashley
Our Nona Hero is a woman of great perseverance and tenacity, with a big heart and a bigger story. She inspires those around her to heal, to practice optimism, and to zero in on what matters the most. Ashley is a beautiful soul through and through, and she has been toughened by the world in ways not visible to the eye. Ashley came to Lake Nona after time in Madeira Beach and … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Dr. Reynald Lamarre
Lake Nona’s Medical City is lucky to have a doctor that is selfless, humble, skilled, wholly altruistic, and passionate – about the wellbeing of our residents and shoes. Dr. Reynald Lamarre is a talented physician at a local hospital, who could not have picked a better person to care for our community. Born in Miami with a residency completed in Georgia in 2016, Dr. … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Lindsey Palm
Heroes often unsung are students and those with families. When those two incredible things collide, you get Nona Hero Lindsey Palm: local UCF graduate, mother, and wife extraordinaire. Palm originally grew up in Kissimmee with her parents, Sheri and Ray, and her sister, Alicia. She stayed local throughout all of her childhood and now resides in Lake Nona with her husband, … [Read more...]
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