Mr. Nice Guy

Tom Hanks has built his career on being the likable everyman and he wouldn’t have it any other way. To say that Tom Hanks has wide-ranging public appeal is a bit of an understatement. In today’s day and age where a portion of the entertainment world’s elite are either embroiled in scandal or viewed as boorish and overly ego-driven, Hanks very much retains his aw-shucks, average Joe persona. He’s one of the biggest actors in Hollywood history, yet he comes across like your friendly next-door neighbor, the kind who would mow your lawn while you’re away on vacation. He’s often been referred...

Shining Stars

Meet eight standout athletes taking Greater Orlando by storm this spring. Bryce Hubbart, Windermere baseball A senior lefthanded pitcher, Hubbart helped lead Windermere to a district championship and an appearance in the region quarterfinals last spring in its inaugural season. He is looking forward to a big senior year before continuing his career at Florida State. OFM: After the success your team had in its first season, are you excited to see what you can accomplish in year two? BH: I think we have a pretty solid team. We didn’t lose anyone and I think we have arguably one of the best coaching...

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On the Front Lines

A new wave of legislation and programs taking effect in Orange County will benefit first responders suffering from distress after traumatic events. Gunfire crackled in the air as Orange County firefighter Donovan Reid* and his partner arrived at Pulse Nightclub on June 12, 2016. Expecting a call for something minor, nothing could have prepared them for the pure chaos they would encounter—unraveling just another typical day into a nightmare before their eyes. Reid and his team were the first fire rescue team to arrive at the catastrophic scene. At that time, the police department was still unsure...