People
Story of a… Salvation Army Bell Ringer
Once a homeless addict living under I-4, Brian Smith works the red kettle drive because “it saved my life.”
Story of a Brewmaster: Garrett Ward of Sideward Brewing
The co-owner of the Milk District brewery says, “There’s nothing a beer can’t solve.”
Story of a … Theme Park Monster at Halloween Horror Nights
Following in his father’s footsteps, Asher Adams comes to life as Frankenstein.
Story of a… Forager
Activist Rob Greenfield has taken on the challenge of growing and foraging 100 percent of his food for 365 days, with just over two months to go.
Story of a… Rigger
John Neal rises to the challenges of “one of the last professions that is physically and cerebrally demanding.”
Sharon Vaughn: Around the World and Back Again
Acclaimed songwriter Sharon Vaughn, known for her country tunes, returns to the hometown where so much of her music took root.
Story of a… Surf Instructor
Former competitive surfer Molli Miller now gets her biggest thrill from teaching the next generation how to catch and ride the waves.
Spotlight: A New Happily Ever After
A diagnosis turns a young woman’s life upside down, leading her to rethink storybook heroes for kids.
Story of a… Butterfly Farmer
Dan Dunwoody’s love of insects took flight in elementary school, and he’s never looked back.
Orlando's Women Of The Year 2019
Women who are making a positive impact on our community.
Jeffery Redding: Passion and Purpose
Grammy-winning choral director Jeffery Redding brings arts cachet, educator fame to West Orange High.
The B.L.A.I.R. Connection: A Healing Legacy
Teen who lost older sister to a rare disease creates a sibling support website to help people like her move forward.
Story of a… Drone Pilot
He’s been at gunpoint, cussed out and assaulted, but Terry Clunk still believes the sky’s the limit for his misunderstood industry.
Story of a… Wildlife Rescuer
For Debbie Helsel, Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge in Lake Nona is home.
Steve Spurrier: Back in the Game
The legendary Steve Spurrier is once again ready for launch, this time as head coach of the newly minted Orlando Apollos. And the Ol’ Ball Coach has a bunch of plays he thinks you’ll like.
Bickley Wilson: Portrait of Goodness
How one woman provided artists of all ages a place they could call home.
Story of a… Roller Coaster Designer
Engineer and Skyline Attractions co-founder Chris Gray made good on his childhood dream of crafting thrill rides.
Story of a… Christmas Caroler
Andrea Tyler loves the holidays, so when she sings, she likes to let it show, let it show, let it show.
Story of a… Drum Major
Veteran UCF Marching Knights drum major Sarah Spielman puts aside her shyness “to make music with 375 of my closest friends.”
Story of a… Cat Behaviorist
Stephanie Merlin peers at the world through cats’ eyes to help correct their bad behavior.
Story of a… Centenarian
107-year-old Midge Ruff of Winter Park credits “genes and being blessed” for her unusually long life.
Story of a… Lifeguard
For more than four decades, Kimberly Lytle has “lived the world of lifeguarding.”
Growing Up Gridiron: UCF's New Coach, Josh Heupel
A look back at UCF's Josh Heupel's roots as he trades in his Knight's helmet for the helm of Tennessee's coaching staff.
SIGN UP FOR OUR E-NEWSLETTERS
Stay in-the-know on restaurant openings, things to do, and all things Orlando with our handy newsletters. SIGN UP HERE.
Orlando Magazine
