Answering the Call
A former Seminole High School quarterback – and advocate for a marrow donor program – donates blood stem cells to help save a life
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The Calm During the Storm
Eric Burris, a proud Seminole State alumnus, is no fair-weather friend. As a TV meteorologist, he takes pride in being a reassuring voice when our blue skies turn gray
Growing Forward
The People’s Garden in Sanford is branching out to help end hunger in our community and beyond
A Globetrotting Ambassador
Seminole State’s planetarium director continues to put the college in the spotlight as he leads workshops around the world
Doing Good in the World
A global grant from the Rotary Club of Oviedo helps improve the lives of children with special needs in Ecuador
Winning by the Numbers
Two Seminole County boys demonstrate their considerable math skills to the world in an international competition
She’s a STAR
Hagerty High and UCF alum Lexi Smith earns a spot on the iconic Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders team
Donating With Purpose
Seminole County’s many nonprofit organizations make it simple to help local families in need
Empowering All Abilities
Easterseals Florida helps individuals who are living with disabilities through programs and services offered here in Seminole County and throughout the state
Welcome to the Neighborhood
Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka isn’t just building individual homes these days – it’s also constructing entire communities
All Fired Up
Longwood looks forward to a brand-new fire station that will better support its first responders and better serve the community
Have Supplies Will Travel
Tools 4 Seminole Schools is expanding with a mobile store that brings free classroom materials directly to teachers
Going High Tech
Technology students at Lyman High and Milwee Middle schools solve problems, build friendships, and bring home major awards
World Powers
Lake Mary Little League continues to show its dominance, with the third-place World Series finish of the 12U All-Stars softball team as a prime example
Building Brighter Futures
Boys Town Central Florida celebrates four decades of saving children and healing families
Four Decades of Sharing
The Sharing Center in Longwood marks its 40th anniversary with a renewed commitment to our neighbors in need
A Classy Bunch
Let’s meet the men and women who make up the Class of 2026 for the Seminole County Sports Hall of Fame
Band of Brothers
The lives of two local men are inextricably linked after one makes a lifesaving donation to the other.…
On the Rise
The 2026 Rising Achievers Program honors inspiring local students who have overcome significant obstacles to graduate and pursue their goals
From Trash to Treasure
Seminole County helps keep textiles out of landfills with a community clothing swap in Casselberry
Making Waves… Again
The girls’ water polo team at Seminole High School brings home its second state title in three years and does so with a perfect record
A Way With Words
Two Seminole County boys are the top winners of a statewide essay contest with an intriguing theme: If I Were Elected Mayor
Sweet Dreams
Seminole County Animal Services introduces the Doggy Sleepover Program, an initiative designed to give…
We Salute You
Please join us in congratulating these exemplary students from Seminole County Public Schools who have…