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Bringing It Home

No matter if you’re buying or selling a home, it’s a big process and one that can be stressful without the right guidance to help you see things through. Our annual list of the Top Real Estate Professionals in South Jersey is full of trusted experts who know the ins and outs of the marketplace and repeatedly deliver for their clients.    REAL ESTATE SALES John Alexandrou... Read More

Here to Help

Life for many has settled back into its pre-pandemic routine, though maybe with a little more caution and other behavioral adaptations that come from living through that unprecedented societal upheaval.  But even with a few seasons of getting reacclimated to “the old normal,” the psychological damage born of constant uncertainty, long-term isolation and a world gripped by fear... Read More

Inspiring Through Action

From a young age, teachers play such a pivotal part in one’s life. From the youthful exuberance shown at the grade school level to the high school teacher who helps a student find a deeper appreciation for academics, there’s no shortage of important educators right here in Central Florida. That’s why we reached out to several area school districts to have them nominate the... Read More

A Chance to Unwind

Central Florida residents, whether they’ve grown up in the area or moved here later in life, probably have done their fair share of exploring this beautiful state, but chances are there are still plenty of prime spots they’ve yet to enjoy, from world-famous destinations to hidden gems. Now is the perfect time to plan a getaway for the upcoming summer months, and for those who... Read More

A Transcendent Talent

Actress Rachel McAdams has always shown an ability to seamlessly move in and out of different types of films during her notable career, from comedies like Wedding Crashers and Mean Girls to romantic fare like The Notebook to the key dramatic part she played in Spotlight, an Oscar winner for Best Picture. Lately the role she has been focused on is mother to her two children with... Read More

Holding All The Cards

Y­­ou may have heard that the sports trading card world is back in a big way and everyone from first-time collectors to those intrigued by the nostalgia of it all are on board and paying top dollar for the rarest of finds. But before you go rushing into your basement to uncover all those cards you think are worth a mint, Ken Goldin would like you to know that they are indeed not. “Literally,... Read More

Big-Time Burgers

There’s just something about a good hamburger that elicits feelings of euphoria. Sure, they may not be the healthiest option for our diets, but how can one resist the temptation to sink their teeth into a juicy burger and be overcome with the onslaught of flavors from the various ingredients lovingly slid between two buns? And from the classic cheeseburger to more modern twists... Read More

Top Vets

The animals in our lives are treated like members of the family and so it’s only right that they receive the utmost in medical care. Thankfully, the Orlando area is full of top-notch animal care facilities and leading veterinarians who are using the latest technologies and treatments to better serve their patients. The following list of Top Veterinarians in Greater Orlando were... Read More

All the Right Moves

Salma Hayek has always been a fighter. In her early 20s, she gave up a career as a top TV soap opera actress in her native Mexico in order to move to L.A. and pursue her dream of becoming a Hollywood star. Despite her limited English, a thick accent, and a lack of roles for Latinas, Hayek persevered against all odds and eventually made her mark with roles in From Dusk Till... Read More

A Hub Heats Up

In the past decade or so, the Central Florida region’s world-renowned hospitality and service industry has been making room for a new sector to blossom alongside it, as Orlando especially has become a hotbed of technological jobs, companies, opportunities and growth. And while there are myriad factors contributing to that explosive expansion of an industry more traditionally... Read More

A Healthy Appetite

Phil Rosenthal loves to talk about food, travel, comedy, friends, family and the important connections they help us foster with one another. And anyone who has ever caught any episodes of his wildly popular Netflix series Somebody Feed Phil has witnessed this firsthand. The sixth season of the show recently premiered at the same time he released a new 341-page companion book Somebody... Read More

Excitement Awaits

Magic Kingdom’s: Tron Lightcycle/Run With spring upon us and summer not far behind, it’s time to take a look at some of the bigger things taking shape at Orlando’s theme parks and nearby attractions. From new rides, experiences, shows and more, there’s lots of reasons to eagerly await your next visit to any one of these destinations for family-friendly fun and lasting... Read More

Focused on the Future

Orlando is one of the fastest growing cities in the country and for good reason. It appears that people are finally realizing what we have always known—that this area is a wonderful place to live, work and play and continues to broaden its horizons. Just ask around and you’ll see there’s no shortage of civic pride running deeply through each pocket of the region. We should... Read More

Raising Hope

The National Infertility Association will recognize National Infertility Week later this month, from April 23-29, with the goal of empowering those who are struggling and changing the narrative when it comes to an issue that affects millions of Americans. Through various events and fundraisers, the organization aims to educate the general public and assist those facing barriers... Read More

Mr. Intensity

After starring roles on Entourage and Hawaii Five-O, Scott Caan is returning to the small screen as a detective on FOX’s new action drama, Alert: Missing Persons Unit. The show is set within a fictional Philadelphia PD’s Missing Persons Unit. Based on an idea from actor-producer Jamie Foxx, the new series stars Caan as Jason Grant and Dania Ramirez as his ex-wife, Nikki Batista.... Read More

Rising to the Occasion

Braden Holcomb, Foundation Academy baseball A senior shortstop/third baseman who will also see time in center field this season, Holcomb has been a difference-maker in Foundation’s lineup throughout his career and hit .537 with eight home runs and 26 RBIs last year. He is committed to Vanderbilt but is drawing serious interest from MLB teams as well. OFM: Is it weird to be heading... Read More

Better Than Ever

For a little more than 30 years, Marlon Wayans has been making folks laugh out loud. Whether he’s on screen, on stage or behind the scenes, he has enjoyed tremendous longevity in what can be a sometimes unforgiving entertainment world. Yet, despite his track record of success, he shows no signs of slowing down. If anything, he may just be ramping up. “I feel like I’ve been... Read More

King of the Kitchen

Richard Blais has had quite the storybook career thus far. He learned the art of cooking working alongside some of the world’s most renowned chefs such as Thomas Keller and Daniel Boulud. He became a household name after appearing as a contestant (twice) and later a judge on the hit show Top Chef. What’s more, Blais has opened up restaurants on both coasts, become an author,... Read More

Rising to the Occasion

Braden Holcomb, Foundation Academy baseball A senior shortstop/third baseman who will also see time in center field this season, Holcomb has been a difference-maker in Foundation’s lineup throughout his career and hit .537 with eight home runs and 26 RBIs last year. He is committed to Vanderbilt but is drawing serious interest from MLB teams as well. OFM: Is it weird to be heading... Read More

Great Escapes Without Leaving the State

There’s nothing like calling one of America’s favorite vacation destinations home. What most people travel from all over the world to cram into a vacation that never seems to last long enough or include everything to see and do, Central Floridians can enjoy any time of year. Plus, living in and around Orlando means you’re the first to know when something big happens, like... Read More

Drama Queen

It says a lot for Emilia Clarke that between filming the eight seasons of Game of Thrones, the actress additionally managed to squeeze in appearances in two of the biggest movie franchises of all time. She played the role of Sarah Connor opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator Genisys in 2015, before starring as Qi’ra in the Solo: A Star Wars Story three years later. In more... Read More