Believe it or not, even in this economy, the cost of something crucially important is currently going down. It’s the cost of auto insurance (and potentially homeowners insurance, too), but according to Steffanie Rigetta, owner and founder of the Steffanie Rigetta Insurance Agency, consumers still need to do some due diligence to take advantage of new, lower rates.

Getting back to the basics of how healthcare used to be is the goal of Central Florida Foot & Ankle Institute.

Arbor School of Central Florida offers customized, therapeutic education for students living with high-functioning autism, dyslexia, Down syndrome, SLD (specific learning disorders), and other learning disabilities.

For three generations, Greene, Dycus & Co., P.A. has served Central Florida and beyond with a client-centric approach for individuals, small businesses, and nonprofit organizations that has never wavered since the doors opened in 1953.

Jerry opened his Bruster’s shop in July 2025 and has already exceeded corporate expectations for a new store. This spring, he’ll add a Bruster’s ice cream truck, which he hopes will become a fixture for catering, parties, and Oviedo events.

Twenty-five  years ago, Gustav Lo, MD, and Courtney Lo, PA, co-founded Cosmetic Skin & Laser Center (CSLC) as a destination for people who wanted to age well and be proactive about their health. The couple’s practice now has locations throughout Michigan and Florida, including a clinic in Lake Mary.

At first glance, Goodwin Dentistry and Medicine feels familiar – a welcoming neighborhood practice on Aloma Avenue in Winter Park, just minutes from Oviedo and Winter Springs. When patients step inside, however, they quickly realize this is not traditional dentistry. 

Sonata Lake Mary, a premier retirement community offering a resort-style way of life, continues to shine as a gem in the world of senior living options. Sonata, which features independent living, assisted living, and memory care choices, recently turned three years old.

From its humble beginnings in a small Miami Beach storefront, Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza has built its reputation on creating delicious pizza that lives up to the company’s name.

Tucked in the heart of the Wekiva Springs/Longwood area is Wekiva Presbyterian Church, a beautiful neighborhood sanctuary established in 1977. 

With three generations of experience in buying and selling fine estate and modern jewelry, the family-owned Fox Estate Buyers has earned the trust of area residents as a local business that offers fair pricing and discretionary practices.

Lighthouse Learning, a microschool and homeschool hybrid, began as a grassroots program during the COVID-19 pandemic. The school started when co-founders Makenzie and Jamel Oliver began homeschooling their two daughters, as well as the children of neighbors and friends.

A pair of statues greets you at The Antique Foundry in Altamonte Springs, a vintage and antiques showroom with more than 10,000 square feet of quiet luxury.

The Celeste Hotel, which recently celebrated its five-year anniversary, is an on-campus, upscale hotel at the University of Central Florida. The Celeste proudly serves not only the school, but the entire Central Florida community – blending boutique charm with the amenities of a full-service hotel.

Comfort Keepers provides in-home care services to seniors in Greater Orlando, helping them live happy, independent lives. 

Why replace, when you can repair? That’s the philosophy of Nick O’John, owner of O’John Roofing in Lake Mary.

Realtor Kristin Green-Vogt and her team at the Kristin Green-Vogt Group are approaching a significant marker in their journey together. In 2026, the real estate brokerage – a staple in the Lake Mary community – will begin its fifth year as a woman-owned business.

For property owners, navigating the home rental process can be frustrating and time-consuming. Staying abreast of laws, communicating with tenants, and contracting the right people to keep a property in tip-top shape can become a full-time job. 

The Experts in Aging

When Michelle Wyatt bought the Barbara Lee (and its operating company, the St. Johns Rivership Co.) in 2023, she initially concentrated on making upgrades to the paddleboat.