Archive for Thursday, November 25, 2021
‘Farm to Trunk’ Orlando non-profit gives organic produce to people in need
For Kim K. Johnson, losing her job to the COVID-19 pandemic revealed her life purpose: she saw a need and founded a non-profit called "Farm to Trunk" to fulfill it.
Published in Central Florida News, Environment
Published in Central Florida News, Environment
Central Florida writers reflect on Orlando’s literary identity
What defines Orlando? Is it the swans in Lake Eola? Disney World? The “I-4 Eyesore”? The Orlando Magic? We talk to a panel of writers about how they see Central Florida, and their role in reflecting– and sometimes creating– an identity for the city of Orlando.
Published in Central Florida News, Intersection
Published in Central Florida News, Intersection
Paul Day talks about capturing Fred Rogers’ likeness in bronze
Rollins College alumnus Fred Rogers is celebrated with a new sculpture unveiled last month. Paul Day, the artist who created the sculpture, talks about how he wanted to show Rogers doing what he did best- talking to children on their level.
Published in Central Florida News, Intersection
Published in Central Florida News, Intersection
Dave Krepcho says the pandemic had a profound impact on the way Second Harvest operates
Second Harvest of Central Florida CEO Dave Krepcho says the pandemic had a profound impact on the way the food bank operates. For a start, the amount of food going out has nearly doubled.
Published in Central Florida News, Health, Intersection
Published in Central Florida News, Health, Intersection
Intersection: Dave Krepcho on food insecurity; Orlando’s literary identity, Mr. Rogers sculptor Paul Day
On this episode of Intersection we talk with Krepcho about the safety net for people hardest hit by the pandemic, and what’s next for Second Harvest.
Published in Intersection Podcast
Published in Intersection Podcast
These 5 cookbooks help keep Thanksgiving simple — and focused on family
For many, Thanksgiving will be the first holiday where family gathers since the start of the pandemic. We offer some cookbooks that aim to keep meal prep easy, so there's more time for loved ones.
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
From Taylor Swift to Thanksgiving, Dear Prudence gives the gift of advice
What better gift to give this holiday season than the gift of advice?
Published in NPR News
Published in NPR News
