Claudia Daniels has been living in Venice for more than two decades after relocating from Mainz, Germany. “I came to the U.S. to study English and fell in love with Florida’s sunshine, beaches, wildlife, and the small town charm of Venice,” she said. Claudia’s creativity as a photographer has been enhanced by her experience in…
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By Randy Moore – America is facing serious challenges and neither political party is motivated to do anything about it other than whine about “those other guys” and plea for donations. Bipartisanship has become a badge of shame instead of aspirational in a nation with many viewpoints and needs. Most people support the greater good,…
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By Randy Moore, Publisher – I’m pleased to announce our two newest award recipients. Linda Soderquist (see photo) is receiving our Englewood Lee Reid Lifetime Achievement Award and Brenda Bossman is receiving our Wildlife Champion Award. Linda Soderquist is being honored for her dedicated service as a local teacher for nearly 40 years, her creativity…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Timothy Blain, MD the owner of Southwest Florida Direct Primary Care with his wife, Meredith. Dr. Blain has been helping patients in the greater Englewood area since 2010. His practice is located next to Englewood Community Hospital at 779 Medical Drive, Suite 2. Please call 941-698-6363; visit SWFLDPC.com. The website…
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Gloria Urban wanted to become an artist at an early age. Born and raised in Reading, Pennsylvania, she became interested in fashion design. She was a member of the design team for the senior yearbook, and she also created a mural for the school cafeteria. She even designed her own drum majorette uniform and received…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Caitlin Podaras to learn more about Freedom Boat Club. She’s the Senior Marketing Manager for the company which has 24 clubs in Southwest Florida. New members can sign up to become a member online at FreedomBoatCub.com. Please call 888-781-7363. Caitlin, please introduce Freedom Boat Club. Headquartered in Venice, we’re the…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Island Team Broker Associate Michelle Finley with Paradise Exclusive Real Estate and Parsley-Baldwin Realty on Boca Grande. Call 941-208-5353; visit TheIslandTeam.com. The photo shows Michelle with her family. Michelle, what’s the history of Paradise Exclusive Real Estate and The Island Team? In 2007, Jim Benson started Paradise Cove Properties and…
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By Randy Moore, Publisher – Getting older sucks! You hear that a lot when you get older. At least among older friends coping with various aches and pains. Not just pain in their aging knees, back and shoulders, but also the mental pain of endless acrimony in the name of political power. Plus, long visits…
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Most locals know of Marie Laforge and Ricardo Ruggiero as the owners of Mango Bistro on Dearborn Street. Marie is also an accomplished photographer. She’s originally from France and Ricardo’s native country is Brazil. Traveling to colorful and interesting places each year is one of their shared passions. Visit the digital flipbook on this website…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Mario Burek, the owner of The Vital Energy Store located at 241 S. Tamiami Trail in Nokomis. Please call 941-375-8342. Learn more at VitalPower.us. What is The Vital Energy Store? The Vital Energy Store is a wellness center with expertise in all types of intramuscular vitamin injections and intravenous (IV)…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Yevette Sutter, RN, CCT, with Sandhill Medical Thermography located in Port Charlotte at 2484 Caring Way, Suite D. Call 941-235-8929 and learn more at shh.abmp.com. Yevette, what is Medical Thermography? It’s a proven screening and detection tool for revealing the effects of inflammation and inflammatory processes. The inflammation shows up…
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By Randy Moore, Publisher – I hosted a Positive Longevity Support Group in Englewood several years ago. Positive Longevity refers to our prevailing attitude (mindset) and any activities that enhance our body, mind and spirit. I introduced 10 factors to the group that supported positive longevity. These factors are based on my experiences and the…
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