This July a new, first-of-its-kind day camp will debut for Central Florida area kids thanks to Florida Hospital and Burnham Institute for Medical Research at Lake Nona. The MeD Camp will give high school aged campers the rare opportunity to experience hands-on, cutting-edge technology while they learn from medical experts July 23 and 30. The MeD Camp is designed to give kids a glimpse at the fast-paced world of medicine in Central Florida. One camp session will include at trip to Florida Hospital Celebration Health and the Burnham Institute. The other will be housed at Florida Hospital Orlando.... Read more
Nothing lights up the night sky quite like a fireworks display. Dazzling colors paint the atmosphere - each explosion a unique brush stroke on the black canvas. Fireworks can turn any backyard cookout into an exciting festival of light and sound. They can put a smile on kids of all ages and make any special moment a memory. Fourth of July is arguably the most popular time for fireworks shows throughout the nation. This year, make sure your artistic display is safe for everyone involved, including yourself. Fireworks always light up the night sky July 4. To ensure your safety, experts warn of common... Read more
In a time when budgets are being cut, companies are being downsized and every penny is being scrutinized, saving money is at a premium. Especially when government is involved. Orange County Property Appraiser Bill Donegan recently proposed the language contained in House Bill 179 sponsored by State Representative Bryan Nelson and a Senate companion bill, SB 800, sponsored by Senator Carey Baker to save Orange County millions in future costs. Previously, the Orange County Property Appraiser’s office was required to physically inspect each of Orange County’s 435,000 parcels at least... Read more
Adding personality to any room is as easy as a few coats of paint. There are literally hundreds of ways to dress up your home no matter your budget. Home is not only where the heart is, it’s also one of the only places where you are when you get the chance to relax and rewind, so make it somewhere you want to be. Customize each space to your needs. Then, once you’re done, take a deep breath and a load off while you appreciate the change. 1. A New Color, A New Room Tired of the same old white, cream or ecru walls? A touch of color can transform any plain room into a place that... Read more
Lightning strikes produce more damage than any other weather hazard in the United States. The average storm can produce hundreds of bolts in just a few minutes. Family-owned McLean Lightning Protection has been protecting the Central Florida area from lightning strikes since 1984. Working with hundreds of satisfied and safe clients over the years has produced a lot of similar questions for John Cole, owner of McLean Lightning Protection. Cole sat down with Insight to answer some common questions as we move into the typically stormy season. 1. What exactly is lightning protection and why do I... Read more
