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. Lake Nona is a community that continues to set the bar of distinction higher with each day. Mike Varro, a … [Read more...]
First-of-Its-Kind Florida DNA Study Could Diagnose and Prevent Disease
The color of our eyes might match our mother’s, while our hair color matches our father’s. In a great number of ways, our appearances are determined by DNA. But it doesn’t just determine our appearances. DNA can also share how likely or unlikely in our lives we are to see changes, like tolerance to dairy or cardiovascular disease. AdventHealth in collaboration with Helix, a … [Read more...]
Astronaut Dr. Don Thomas Visits Elementary Schools for New WonderWorks Program
In a gymnasium on May 5, 1961, students of an elementary school in Cleveland, Ohio, gathered before a small black and white television. As one student watched on the day before his sixth birthday, it wasn’t just about seeing Alan Shepard become the first American in space; it was the moment he realized that he, too, wanted to do the very same. “You have these moments of … [Read more...]
Florida House Passes Drug Importation Program
Residents of Florida may be able to start seeing cheaper options of prescription drugs. On April 11, the GOP-led Florida House passed a bill that would help import medication. Such importation would give a more affordable and quality healthcare to Floridians, according to a press release from House Majority Leader Dane Eagle. In order to succeed, the final Senate bill and … [Read more...]
Orlando Ballet Brings New Experiences to Audiences
In its 2019-2020 season, the Orlando Ballet will be bringing new dancers and performances to cater to all audiences, including families. According to Executive Director Shane Jewell, the upcoming season will mark the largest production budget in the company’s history. From April 26-28, Orlando Ballet shared the story of the Mad Hatter after being banished from Wonderland in … [Read more...]