Get to know Central Florida’s politicians, educators, artists, philanthropists and other influential people in our community. Turn the page to read about our No. 1 pick, U.S. Rep. Val Demings.
Immerse yourself in the magical world of Wekiwa Springs State Park, one of Central Florida’s unspoiled treasures. Cruise the glassy waters via kayak or survey the depths with a snorkel. The park’s scenic trails reveal hawks, deer, turtles, alligators and other native inhabitants. Come and explore.
From dogs and cats to a tree frog, a chicken and even a chinchilla, it was a tough competition, but our editors chose Cheetah as the reigning queen. See her bio at the bottom and check out our adorable 16 runners-up below.
It’s summertime and Central Florida is sizzling, but not just because of the heat. A huge influx of out-of-state homebuyers is fueling the rise of developing communities, while established neighborhoods are more desirable than ever.
