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Women’s History Month Profile | Elizabeth Valencia, Joshua’s House Foundation/Angels for Kids and Families On Call 24/7

When she came to the United States 30 years ago from Colombia, South America, Elizabeth Valencia’s  plan was to get her master’s degree in public health administration. She changed course when her son, Joshua, was diagnosed with severe autism. He became her inspiration, and she went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in […]

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Orange County Corrections Department: Keeping the Faith during COVID-19 Challenges (Note: Photo taken before COVID-19 pandemic)

The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered the way the Orange County Corrections Department operates. Public access to the jail has been limited due to the virus – including chaplain volunteers and speakers in the Department’s Faith-Based Program. Normally, these volunteers and speakers are responsible for conducting as many as 17 church services per week. Without […]

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Central Florida Gathers for the 35th Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony at Orange County Courthouse

The 35th Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony was held on May 4 at the Orange County Courthouse to honor the lives and legacies of the region’s fallen law enforcement officers. Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs, Orange County District 1 Commissioner Betsy VanderLey, District 2 Commissioner Bryan Nelson and District 5 Commissioner Emily Bonilla, as well […]

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Central Florida Community Continues to Heal Six Months After Pulse Tragedy

On Dec. 12, Orange County Government and the City of Orlando hosted a Pulse Six-Month Remembrance Ceremony to honor the 49 victims, their families and 68 wounded in the Pulse nightclub tragedy, which occurred June 12. Survivors and the family and friends of victims were joined by community leaders and elected officials at the gathering, […]

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