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This new feature is a quest for serendipity with the hope that finding it reveals stories that are local, uncontrived and meaningful…and captured simply by happenstance. This story unfolded on a Saturday morning at Trotwood Park in the city of Winter Springs, Florida. You’ll hear Chris, the father of a son with SPD – sensory processing disorder – describe the challenges his son and family face as a result. This story – offered by a stranger whom we serendipitously met at a city park — ends with a message of pride, confidence and encouragement as, along the way, this stranger shares his story.
Feature length – 17:42
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When summer arrives many children who receive free or reduced lunches during the school year may miss out on their midday meal. In Oviedo, Florida, the HOPE Foundation sponsors a program called “Kids of HOPE” which provides bag lunches for those children. Christine Wright, resource coordinator for the HOPE Foundation, explains how the program operates and Darlene Campbell and her daughter express their appreciation for the lunches.
Feature length – 08:50
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Hear the Orange County Florida League of Women Voter’s May 5, 2010 Hot Topics’ Luncheon program featuring the remarks of Lawton “Bud” Chiles, president of the Lawton Chiles Foundation on the subject of “Are We Failing Our Children?” and their campaign known as Worst to First, an initiative to raise Florida’s ranking in the state’s investment in children’s education, health, and social well being, compared to the investments of other states. Also, Deirdre Macnab, league member and president of the Florida League of Women Voter’s provides a status report regarding the Fair Districts Florida state constitutional amendment on the ballot for voter consideration in November. And league member, Marc Lovett, co-chair of its Social Policy Committee provides a report regarding the activities of the committee.
Feature Length — 55:17
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In part-1 of a new feature titled “On Being…Homeless in Seminole County,” we talk with Cathy Jackson, executive director of the Homeless Services Network (HSN) of Central Florida. In a wide-ranging interview she defines the homeless problem in Seminole County and identifies other institutional players at work addressing the dilemma of homelessness.
Feature length – 23:49
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Heavenly Hoofs was established to provide children with disabilities and life-threatening illnesses an opportunity to ride horses. Horseback riding is a form of physical and spiritual therapy for youngsters with special needs. Located at the Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, FL., Heavenly Hoofs was founded by Thomasa Sanchez and is supported by volunteers, local companies and county government. Listen to the children from the Village Academy of Oviedo as they enjoy their day on the gentle horses of Heavenly Hoofs and meet the instructors and volunteers who work to share “the spirit of the horse” with kids in need.
Feature length – 17:36
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Central Winds Park serves the residents of and visitors to Winter Springs Florida as a premier sports venue. Beautifully maintained competition fields for baseball, softball, football, soccer and lacrosse games and 27 acres of practice fields play host to hundreds of thousands of athletes and spectators each year. The staff of the parks and recreation department takes great pride in providing this award winning facility. Listen to the players and the personnel talk about this jewel in the city’s crown.
Feature length – 16:19
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Expanding Your Horizons in Science and Mathematics is a conference held each Spring at the University of Central Florida. Its purpose is to nurture the interest of middle school girls in exciting careers in science, technology, engineering and math. While attending the conference the girls and their parents enjoy hands on activities and presentations. This year Miss Florida USA and Mrs. Florida, both with careers and degrees in electrical engineering were the guest speakers.
Feature length – 13:19
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On Heard in Central Florida, you’ll hear a presentation by Beth D. Davalos on the issue of homeless students in Seminole County Florida public schools. Ms. Davalos is the staff liaison for a Seminole County school system project known as Families in Transition. Her address took place on Thursday, January 28, 2010, in front of a luncheon audience of League members and public attendees at Sergios Italian Restaurant in Sanford, Florida. After Ms. Davalos presentation, she responds to questions from the audience.
Feature Length — 44:21
League event coordinators: Mercedes G. Bermejo and Patricia Graves
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Interested in history, old houses, walking, pancakes and supporting the hungry? The Oviedo Preservation Project (TOPP) will be hosting a Historic Oviedo Walking Tour and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 8 to 11a.m. On this preview, hear tour organizer Megan Sladek describe 10 historic buildings in downtown Oviedo and how the people who lived in each helped make Oviedo what it is today.
Feature length – 17:40
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Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing high school sports. The voices of the Oviedo (Florida) High School lacrosse team give a glimpse of the challenge and fun of this fast-paced sport. In their comments on Lacrosse, Coach Sean O’Dell and player Trevor Liljenquist share their years of experience and a deep love of a game that requires “courage and heart.”
Feature length – 14:53
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