Editor’s Note: We spoke with Paige Bakhaus, the owner of Hooked on SUP with two waterside locations at Don Pedro Island State Park and Stump Pass Beach State Park. Please call 941-504-1699. Paige, please tell our readers a little bit about your business.We are a standup paddleboard and kayak rental and eco-tour company. We’ve been…
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By Daniel Flinn – “You have cataracts,” my ophthalmologist announced. “Great,” I replied. “When can I get those new lenses implanted?” I’d done my homework and realized the new lenses would correct nearly all the astigmatism interfering with my vision. A few weeks later, I had nearly 20/20 vision without my glasses. I still wear…
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By Randy Moore, Publisher & Editor I’m very pleased to announce that One More Day, a nonprofit foundation, is the newest recipient of our Englewood Spirit Award. The group is being recognized for their efforts to provide rescue dogs with foster hospice in private, peaceful and loving homes. I’ll be presenting the award in…
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Editor’s Note: Dr. James Kondrup is a board-certified gynecologist and teacher with 30 plus years of experience. He’s accepting new patients at the GCMG Women’s Health & Wellness Center located at 8431 Pointe Loop Drive in south Venice. Please call 941-207-5330. Dr. Kondrup, where did you work previously and what brought you to this part…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Erica Nabers, an Acupuncture Physician and owner of North Port Acupuncture located at 14888 Tamiami Trail in North Port. Please call 941-423-1500 for a free consultation. Visit NorthPortFLAcupuncture.com. How did you get involved with acupuncture and natural health? I was in the nursing field previously using natural health approaches when…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Mike Schyck, the Fitness Director for the Englewood YMCA located at 701 Medical Blvd. He’s a world champion level wrestler and the current wrestling coach for Lemon Bay High School. Please call 941-475-1234. Learn more at SWFLYMCA.org. Mike, what are your responsibilities for the YMCA? I manage the wellness staff…
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Many locals know Marie Laforge in connection with Mango Bistro, the popular restaurant she owns with her partner Ricardo. Marie is also passionate about photography. Some of her favorite subjects include seashells, water, birds, trees, leaves, seascapes, landscapes, and casual scenes from her trips around the world. “I love photographing simple things and…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Elizabeth Massey, the CEO and Founder of HealWell & Thrive. She’s also a regular vendor at the Englewood and Venice Farmers Markets with her partner Chef Craig Chasky. Visit HealWellThrive.com. Elizabeth, what’s your mission how do you help your clients? To reinforce one’s resilience to successfully adapt and navigate losses…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Mike McFarland, the owner of Gulf Soles with his wife Susan. Gulf Soles sells comfortable Florida-friendly footwear designed to improve the health of your feet. Gulf Soles is located at 2254 S. Tamiami Trail in Venice. Visit GulfSoles.com; call 218-820-4095. Mike, what’s the story behind the creation of your new…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Jaclyn Nadler, MD, about her new Internal Medicine practice CoastalMED DPC located at 1861 Placida Road (Suite 202) in Englewood, Florida. Dr. Nadler is a board-certified internal medicine physician who grew up in Charlotte County. Call 941-275-1234; Visit Coastalmeddpc.com. How does your DPC practice work and what are the benefits…
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Aging as a Spiritual Practice by Randy Moore – I’ve become increasingly interested in longevity as I’ve gotten older. Funny how that works. I coined the term Positive Longevity a few years ago in my efforts to teach myself and others the benefits of a more positive approach to aging. Positive Longevity includes mindfulness and…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Traci Dalrymple, the owner of Kokokahn Pure Essential Oils. Her store is at 3545 Bobcat Village Center Road in North Port (941-200-5243). The hours are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10am to 4pm. She’s also at the Englewood Farmers Market Thursdays and the Venice Farmers Market Saturdays. Visit KokokahnEssentialOils.com…
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