Beating Cancer, Winning Championships

    Published On: November 30, 2022By 1.9 min read

    Setting a high bar  Teen beats cancer while winning weightlifting championship.  Roy Wiggins, 17, of Lake Minneola is an inspiration to everyone around him.  While maintaining a [...]

    Grief Can Vary Greatly

    Published On: November 30, 2022By 7.3 min read

    Good Grief The grieving process is different for everyone, but healing is possible. I don’t think anyone knows how precious life is until this happens to you,” says [...]

    A past not restricted to just one lifetime

    Published On: October 31, 2022By 2.1 min read

    Road to Rebirth  Guided hypnosis helps people heal in the present by visiting the past. Many people desire a glimpse into the future.  But one resident of [...]

    Worthy of the spotlight

    Published On: September 30, 2022By 2.2 min read

    Minneola theatre student deserves props for dealing with rare medical conditions.  She has performed as Ursula in The Little Mermaid, Tiger Lily in Peter Pan, and Evie in [...]

    A Voice Unmasked

    Published On: August 31, 2022By 2.3 min read

    Local doctor speaks out against the government’s coronavirus response.  alking about the coronavirus vaccine is a touchy subject, but Dr. Richard Bosshardt hasn’t shied away from addressing the [...]

    Healthy Overhaul

    Published On: July 30, 2022By 1.9 min read

    Jay Paynter transforms life and loses over 100 pounds. ‘I now feel like I’m in my 20s!’ It’s difficult to recognize Jay Paynter today from the “before” photos of him [...]

    A Loser’s Plan

    Published On: June 30, 2022By 2.5 min read

    Nurse Practitioner Amanda Neil found success losing weight with a healthy, practical mindset and now she helps others do the same. Struggling to lose weight? You’re not alone. The diet [...]

    Bill Miller

    Published On: May 31, 2022By 2.2 min read

    Being quadriplegic never stopped Bill Miller from accomplishing incredible feats. Photos provided by Jackie Johnson. Sometimes, life and tragedy intersect. You can either wallow in self-pity or accept the hand [...]

    A path to kindness

    Published On: April 29, 2022By 2.3 min read

    A local woman introduces a fresh spin on raising scholarship money. Photo: Nicole Hamel Eustis resident Tracy Draper knows how to peddle—or, in her case, pedal—goodwill.  In 2014, the avid [...]

    The B Word – Bullying

    Published On: February 28, 2022By 7.9 min read

    Eli Long Identifying an age-old problem in a new-age world. Story and Photos: Cindy Peterson From the beginning of time, bullying has been an issue that has plagued [...]

    For the love of dance

    Published On: February 28, 2022By 2.6 min read

    Zumba has brought great joy, health, mental clarity to Leo Ramirez’ life, and he delights in teaching his moves to others. Photo: Nicole Hamel When Leo Ramirez thinks about his [...]

    Big Tent Talent

    Published On: January 31, 2022By 2.2 min read

    Aspiring circus artist McKenna Wilkins now teaches art of aerial acrobatics. Story and photos: Cindy Peterson Ever wanted to run away and join the circus? That’s just where 29-year-old aerial [...]

    Handle with care

    Published On: December 31, 2021By 2.5 min read

    The Villages doctor helps restore best quality of life.  Story and photos: Cindy Peterson Ana Sapijaszko is a doctor of physical therapy aiming to improve the lives of those who [...]

    Dancing for health

    Published On: November 30, 2021By 2.5 min read

    David Whittaker: ‘Life is a journey. Do the things that make you feel good, keep you healthy, and active.’  Photos: Volkan Ulgen Teaching social and ballroom dancing has been David [...]

    Kelly Ann Reagan

    Published On: October 29, 2021By 2.2 min read

    ‘Yoga changed my life tremendously for the better.’  Photo: Nicole Hamel The practice of yoga is touted for providing health benefits of improved strength, balance, flexibility, relaxation, better sleep, more [...]