Lake Nona Jr. Lions summer conditioning starts soon, making it a great time for your child to sharpen their football skills before the season starts in August. Registered athletes and returning players will have the opportunity to have fun while learning and gaining new experiences with their peers. If your child has not yet registered for the upcoming 2019 football … [Read more...]
Behind the Scene: Community Meeting With Commissioner Jim Gray
On Monday, March 19, Orlando City Commissioner Jim Gray held a community meeting at the Lakehouse in Laureate Park. Orlando Fire Department, Green Works, Orlando Health, and OUC were present to answer questions. More than 60 residents were in attendance, with standing room only. The meeting gave attendees an opportunity to hear what’s going on in the city. Before … [Read more...]
Nona Growth: Isles of Lake Nona
A new gated waterfront community is coming to Lake Nona! Located along the western side of Narcoossee Road, between Laureate Park and Fells Landing, Isles of Lake Nona is scheduled to open in 2020. Pulte Homes recently purchased 142 acres for the community that will feature more than 500 residences. Home styles include a selection of single-family homes, townhomes and … [Read more...]
Behind the Scene: Florencio Rodriguez, Owner of Don Julio Mexican Kitchen and Tequila Bar
When we hear of a new restaurant coming to the Lake Nona area, the first thing that comes to mind is, “What major chain is coming?” Not the case for Don Julio. Scheduled to open in late 2019, owner Florencio Rodriguez is excited for their expansion to Lake Nona. Yes, it’s a chain; no it’s not a corporate one. Don Julio is an authentic Mexican restaurant with … [Read more...]
Lake Nona Family Shares How Playing Youth Sports Helped Son Focus
It’s the meeting many parents worry about when they notice their child seems to be a lot more energetic and active than other kids they know. Lake Nona resident Sophia Rogers remembers the day her son’s fifth-grade teacher requested a conference with her and her husband, Jeffrey. “She told us we may want to have Gabe tested for ADHD,” she recalls. “We were … [Read more...]