“Inspiring Florida for a Better Future” Nelson Peña is an immigrant who came to the U.S. at 18 years old after graduating from high school and arrived in New York with only his backpack as luggage. While in New York, he attended college to learn English and worked in many different areas, such as grocery stores, warehousing, and as a waiter at many restaurants. As he … [Read more...]
Wild Florida Offering Free Admission to Gator Week for Essential Workers
There is no mystery as to why so many events have been postponed since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, but we are beginning to see the light at the end of the tunnel as Florida’s non-essential businesses begin to reopen. After much discussion, Wild Florida has decided to go through with hosting their annual Gator Week. The event is set to run Monday, June 8, through … [Read more...]
Lake Nona’s Young Physicians Graduate and Prepare to Battle Pandemic
Haider Ali and family; Courtesy of Haider Ali. COVID-19 did not stop their match. It did not stop their graduation, and now as they take their positions as doctors across our nation, UCF’s newest physicians are helping to stop COVID-19. Last month, 117 UCF medical students became Physician Knights in a virtual graduation personalized with their thanks to family, friends, … [Read more...]
BREAKING: Stay-At-Home Order Issued for Orange County
Courtesy of Orange County Sheriff's Office Twitter account (@OrangeCoSheriff) On Tuesday, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings issued all Orange County residents to stay at home. This order will take effect on Thursday, March 26 at 11 p.m. and remain active for two weeks, concluding on April 9 at 11 p.m., unless otherwise stated. The stay-at-home order “excludes any … [Read more...]
Orlando International Airport Brings Out the Big Dogs
When’s the next time you’re traveling? Imagine strolling through the airport with your bags in tow and you hear, “Who’s a good boy/girl?!” No, you’re not hallucinating. You turn around and discover a furry friend who’s receiving a bunch of love from passing travelers. You can’t resist the cuteness, and you make your way toward the four-legged pup as if you’re in a trance. (We … [Read more...]
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