Shred-a-Thon Keeps Citizens Safe
A bone-chilling cold snap in January forced this year’s Lake Mary Shred-a-Thon to be rescheduled to the…
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Raider C.A.R.E. Village Opens at Seminole State
Seminole State College has long offered a number of services to support students facing financial crisis…
Lake Mary Woman’s Club Throws Blockbuster Party
The GFWC Lake Mary Woman’s Club recently threw a swanky soiree with a Hollywood vibe, all to raise money for two local nonprofits.
Taste of Lake Mary Celebrates Two Decades of Deliciousness
It was a picture-perfect evening in late March as the community gathered to enjoy the 20th annual Taste…
Lake Mary High Students Run for Fun and Wellness
Mental and physical wellness go hand in hand, with a prime example being the Take the First Step Family Fun Run at Lake Mary High School.
Spokes Women Build Connections
Central Florida Spokes is a dynamic social club for women who want to make friends and support their community
Noah’s Arc
From Lake Mary High School to the University of Notre Dame, Noah Grubbs continues his phenomenal football journey
Women of Honor
Local veterans who belong to women’s clubs in Lake Mary and Oviedo fly to our nation’s capital for a day…
Around the World… in 7 Days?!?
This Heathrow woman ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven days, placing first among the women runners
They’re Unstoppable
Lake Mary High School’s powerhouse cheerleading and dance teams can’t stop, won’t stop winning championship titles
Life Is a Highway
A Seminole County family of four changes course to live full-time in an RV, documenting the beautiful…
That’s So Dopey!
Several members of our Seminole County community admit to being a little Dopey – when it comes to running…
Driven by the Past
A Sanford woman saddles up her horse to take part in a living history reenactment known as the Great Florida Cattle Drive
Arbor School Welcomes Autism Advocate Temple Grandin to Campus
Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned autism advocate, recently spoke to parents, students, and staff at Arbor…
Local Martial Arts Students Are World Champs
When the thrill of victory goes global, it’s huge – especially for those with physical and neurological differences.
Seminole County Gets a Taste of the Arts
The Seminole Cultural Arts Council’s (SCAC) signature event – the Taste of the Arts Gala – recently…
Two Nonprofits Serving Adults With Mental Illness Mark Their Grand Openings in Sanford
Dave’s House and the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, two local nonprofits dedicated to…
You’ve Got a Friend in Me
For more than three decades, Seminole County Friends of Abused Children has been helping our community’s most vulnerable residents
Welcome to the Clubs
Three very active groups in Lake Mary, Heathrow, and Sanford – all powered by women – are on a mission to better their communities
Just for Kicks
Three generations of this football-loving family know how to knock ‘em off their feet. How good are they?…
Put a Spring in Your Step
The City of Longwood welcomes the entire community to come out and enjoy its springtime events
Walking in Their Shoes
A Seminole State alumnus who was once homeless is now the executive director of Christian HELP, a local…
Game On!
A former pro football player now helps produce Madden NFL, one of the most iconic sports video games ever created
More Than a Gym: How the Lake Mary YMCA Strengthens Community at Every Stage of Life
For 40 years, the J. Douglas Williams YMCA in Lake Mary has been a constant in a growing community. While…