Posts Tagged ‘History’
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Mayors and Chairman
Economic growth, taxes, transportation, government efficiency and more are all part of the annual presentations by Seminole County’s local government officials. The mayors of each of the county’s 7 cities report to the people on the “State of the City.” And Seminole County Commission Chairman, Bob Dallari, delivers his score card for the county along with an overview of the events of the Seminole Centennial.
(Co-produced and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck and Desta Horner, Mayors event photos – Brion Price Photography, Dallari event photos – Charles E. Miller for CMF Public Media, Audio support both events – Luis Melara, PhotoSound of Orlando)
The Gilded Age in Florida
The late 19th century was called The Gilded Age. Dr. Gary Mormino, professor emeritus in history at USF, was the guest speaker at Winter Park’s historic Casa Feliz on the topic of the impact of the Gilded Age on Florida. In this interview he evokes the era of Henry Flagler, the rise of tourism, resort hotels like the Seminole in Winter Park and the orange as marketing icon for the state. He even recounts the story of Walt Disney’s father during the Great Freeze of 1895. (length 20:09)
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
The Cuban Spirit
The Cuban Spirit is alive and well even though the economy is struggling and the political system is uncertain. A delegation from Sisters Across the Straits, a program sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Florida, traveled to Cuba to gain experience and insight into our island neighbor. In this feature members of this group discuss their experiences and observations. (Length: 21:52)
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
Hero Fighter Pilot
Jesse Leroy Brown was the U.S. Navy’s first black fighter pilot. He overcame the challenges of poverty and racism to achieve his goal of flying. But his death in combat and the rescue attempt of his wingman is a story of friendship and heroism. Listen to that story in this feature recorded during a visit to the new exhibit about his life “A Pilot Lights the Way” currently at the Sanford Museum. (Length 16:38)
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
UCF Public History Center
The Public History Center is a collaboration between UCF and Seminole County schools to launch an innovative program for the study and practice of community history in Central Florida. Under the direction of UCF history professor Dr. Rosalind Beiler, the former student museum will welcome students and the public to a creative history experience. (Length – 15:42)
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
Geneva: History Alive!
The Museum of Geneva History is a treasure trove of special items from Florida’s past, especially the pioneer days. Mal and Mary Jo Martin of the historical society take us on an audio tour that makes Geneva history come alive! Length: 18:10
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
St. Luke’s Centennial
This year, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church of Oviedo is celebrating its centennial. As part of the year-long commemoration, the church has launched a program of service projects to the community called the Servant Project. Volunteers from the church serve local charities. In this feature we will hear about this project and the history of the church on its 100th anniversary.
Length: 16:50
(Produced, reported and edited by Desta Horner)
Oviedo Community Center
On January 23, 2012, the Oviedo City Council narrowly approved the purchase of an empty US Post Office building to convert into a community events center. Located in the historic downtown section of the city, the city claims the center will be a “hook” for launching a revitalization of that area. Length: 37:55
(Produced, reported and edited by Stephen McKenney Steck )
Commentary: The History of Goldsboro
Goldsboro was the 2nd all-black town incorporated in Florida. In 1911 it was absorbed into the neighboring city of Sanford but its heritage has been preserved in the Goldsboro Westside Historical Museum. Francis Oliver, curator of the museum, reminds us of this important slice of Florida’s history. Length – 04:37
Steamboats in Florida
From the 1870’s to the 1900’s steamboats and paddle wheelers traveled the rivers of Florida. It was a time of hardscrabble farming and frontier tourism. Ed L’Heureux gives a presentation to the Oviedo Historical Society about this critical transportation link during the post civil war period in Florida. Length 17:29
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