Friday, April 26, 2024
82.7 F
Orlando

Featured Columnists

Time to L.E.A.P.

Let us take the L.E.A.P. together at the start of our NEW BEGINNING and no matter what, not look back but only to measure how far we have come.   

As an Ally, As a Leader: The Modern Civil Rights Legacy

In the Allies program, young people who are passionate about creating change can hone their skills while working on high-impact projects.

The Win-Win: Why Investing In Workforce Development Is Worth It

It’s an age-old question: How can we bridge the gap between people who want to work and employers that want to recruit them?

Remembering Doug Head, Orlando Political Icon

Doug Head is nothing less than a titan in Orlando and Florida politics. But there was so much more to Doug.

A Labor of Love: The Unseen Struggle of Grandparent Caregivers

According to data from the Census Bureau, approximately 30,000 children in Central Florida live with caregivers or relatives other than their parents.

Thinking Outside the Box to Solve School Hunger

There may be a long road ahead when it comes to solving school hunger, but it starts by making food access fun, approachable and open to everyone.

Inflation: Ways to ‘Deflate’ Your Budget

For most people, “inflation” is a scary word. While we wait to see what happens next, you still have options to protect your finances from inflation:

SBA Beyond PPP: Help for Orlando Small Businesses into 2022

The SBA supports small business owners through SBA 7(a) loans, whose terms are attractive to growing businesses intent on preserving operating capital.

If We Want Lower Utility Bills, State Leaders Need to Fix Outdated Energy Policies

Modernized energy policies can benefit Orlando and residents have the opportunity to weigh in to make sure they benefit everyone.

Letter to Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy

Letter to Rep. Stephanie Murphy: "I am asking you to do everything in your power to make sure that every Floridian has access to the care they need."

From Closet to Checkout: Goodwill Can Change Lives

If you’ve ever dropped off a box of donations at your local Goodwill, you might have wondered what happens to it after you hand it over.

Orlando Resident Reflects on his Father’s Actions on 9/11

Tim Miller's father had always been his role model and following the attacks of 9/11, became a hero to him and to the thousands affected by 9/11.

Three Things to Keep Top of Mind for Healthy Finances

When it comes to handling your personal finances responsibly, there are a few things to keep top of mind.

The Pandemic, the Recession, and Hunger: What We’ve Learned

What will it take to get us back to normal? It’s hard to say – but “normal” isn’t what we should strive for. 

From Charity to Careers: How Donations Change Lives

What you might not know is that there’s a surprisingly simple way you can help make that happen: The next time you reorganize or redecorate the house, pencil in a trip to Goodwill.

‘Click to Buy’: Why We Owe Kids a Real Financial Education

Giving your children a firm financial foundation is one of the most important ways you can prepare them for security and prosperity later in life.

House Bill 919 Keeps the Power with the People

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 919 into law – preventing local governments from banning fuel sources – and marking a major win for consumers.

2022 or 2024: How will you take your DeSantis?

With so much attention garnered from around the country, many Floridians are debating if Ron DeSantis should be their Governor or their President. 

Where Are the Workers? A Win-Win Solution to Florida’s Labor Shortage

More than a year after news of the pandemic broke, it’s clear that healing after COVID-19 isn’t as simple as “getting back to work.”

Level Up Your Earth Day With Lessons from 2020

At Goodwill, we diverted 16 million pounds of household items and textiles from Central Florida landfills in the last year alone.

Contributions and Influence of Immigrant Voters in the 2020 Presidential Election

It is important to note that immigrants have different backgrounds, beliefs, and concerns.

This is the Great Zax Bypass

As average Americans, we find ourselves in the midst of what is now being referred to as a Culture War.

Big Tech’s Absolute Power: A Threat to Freedom of Speech and Competitiveness

Social media companies have been under intense scrutiny over the past few years for their influence and seemingly unchecked power on the global social and political process.

Embrace Diversity for Florida’s Children

Embrace Diversity has already sparked conversations with our foster care system partners throughout the U.S., and has led to a review of our internal policies and procedures to ensure fairness.

A Second Chance at a Brighter Future

When my mom heard about Project COMPASS, she thought it might be a good fit. The more I learned, the more hopeful and excited I felt to start attending classes at my new campus.

It’s a Tough Time to Talk to Kids About Money. Here’s How to Start.

Talking about money can be a difficult topic to approach – even in the best of times. But parents certainly face a greater challenge these days. How do you talk about finances when money is tight?

A Pandemic, Police Violence, and the Academic Gap

The educational achievement gap has always been there. But like so many other things, COVID-19 has forced us to reexamine what we’ve always done – and with that awareness comes the opportunity for change.

Hurricane Season 2020: Pandemic Will Impact Outage Restoration

Hurricane season is here – and it’s shaping up to be serious.

School Opening Order Leaves Some Feeling Sick

Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran’s order requires schools to open, starting in August, at least five days a week.

Orlando Only Paints The Surface Again

Sorry Buddy Dyer, your empty gestures like the recent painting of 'Black Lives Matter' on a downtown street will not erase the reality of your troubled administration.