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Stories about the people, schools, teams and businesses of Oviedo, Winter Springs, Geneva and Chuluota. · 51 stories

Her Life’s Work

Juliette Kong, the CEO of Kids House of Seminole, marks 25 years of making a difference through child advocacy

So. Many. Badges.

A local Eagle Scout accomplishes a rare feat – earning every merit badge offered

Triple Threat

At Oviedo High School, this year’s valedictorians not only share the same GPA, they share the same DNA.…

Rookies Get Carded

Oviedo Police Department’s officer trading cards are a hit with local kids

Runnin’ Down a Dream

An Oviedo woman checks a big one off her bucket list: racing in the Boston Marathon to support melanoma awareness

Strolling With Purpose

Longwood’s Walk for Autism Awareness & Inclusion fosters understanding and acceptance

Spokes Women Build Connections

Central Florida Spokes is a dynamic social club for women who want to make friends and support their community

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…

He’s Quite a Character

This personable Oviedo police officer uses his skills as a caricature artist to creatively connect with the public

Parks and Wreck

Once a year, two Winter Springs employees delight in tearing up the park they work so hard to maintain year-round

Growing Their Future

A new agriculture program at Oviedo High School allows students to explore the science behind sustainable…

That’s So Dopey!

Several members of our Seminole County community admit to being a little Dopey – when it comes to running…

The Shape of Things to Come

A Winter Springs artist uses clay to build connections throughout the Central Florida community

A Closet Full of Hope

The nonprofit Annabel’s Closet provides furniture and dignity to local women and children escaping domestic violence

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

Put a Spring in Your Step

The City of Longwood welcomes the entire community to come out and enjoy its springtime events

Because He Cares

An Oviedo resident’s experiences as a pediatric cancer patient have inspired him to devote his life to caring for others

Netting a Big Win

The Oviedo High School girls’ volleyball team rallies to bring home another state championship

You’ll Never Walk Alone

This Lawton Elementary teacher tackles a major marathon to support those with rare diseases – including her own daughter

A Sign of Respect

Winter Springs launches an initiative to honor local veterans with commemorative banners placed in the heart of the city

These Roots Run Deep

A new community garden in the historic Georgetown neighborhood of Sanford is uniting local residents

Making a House a Home

An Orlando nonprofit expands into Sanford to build housing for mentally ill adults, giving them a supportive place to live

RAISE Them to New Heights

The nonprofit RAISE program at Shalom Orlando is giving adults with special needs the chance to be productive, valued employees