Create a legacy beyond your friends and children.You Can't Take It With You Numerous options are available for making sure your wealth lives on.by Tony Bridges It’s only human to want to be remembered after your passing, to create a legacy…
The Northwest chapter of the Florida Society of Goldsmiths gets medieval – and teaches you how.Precious MettleArmed with Torches and Crock Pots, Local Metalsmiths Ply Their TradeBy Robert ZerbeThe metalsmith holds the piece of copper under the intense heat of…
From book covers to portraitsJimmy Mathewuse’s Book Covers Have Drawn in Readers for 30 Years By Sidney L. Matthew {mosimage}Artists are a tribe apart. They look like us, but they are different in important ways. They see things we don’t bother…
PACE Center gives girls a way out PACE Center for GirlsProviding a Way Out for Girls in Need {mosimage} By Karen ShoretteNestled in a small, unassuming complex behind the hustle and bustle of Apalachee Parkway is one of Tallahassee’s best-kept secrets…
From the EditorThe Evolution of ‘Dress for Success 2.0’By Rosanne Dunkelberger Earlier this year, I was invited to cover a breakfast function geared toward Tallahassee’s movers and shakers. There were lots of CEOs and higher-ups attending, and a fairly respectable…
Working Through the Tragic Loss of Her Brother, One Woman and Her Family Come Together to Find – and Share – the Joy of LifeOn the Other Side of GriefWorking Through the Tragic Loss of Her Brother, One Woman and…
Lillian Cox celebrates her 100th birthday and offers a little insight into her long lifeLillian CoxOne Savvy CentenarianFeb. 22, 2007, Lillian Cox turned 100 years old. Three days later, she and 400 guests enjoyed her birthday party at the Woman’s…
Business BriefsBusiness Briefs Compiled by Jason Dehart DOLLARS AND CENTS Taking a Home Office Deduction? You may or may not be able to “write off” that home office you built back in that extra bedroom. You may be tempted to…
DJ John Summers on how he turned a high school dream into 30-year-old Machine
A Letter from the publisherTough Times Should Bring Out the Best in PeopleBy Brian Rowland, Publisher During these days of economic challenge, many Americans are looking to Washington for a recovery solution that will help kick-start our economy and get…
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From the EditorThe Accidental TallahasseeanBy Rosanne Dunkelberger When a new Florida governor is elected, it’s a Tallahassee Magazine tradition to write a feature story that focuses on the first lady and the children, checking in to see how everybody is…
So, who is the real Charlie Crist?CHARLIE CRIST, REPUBLICANHard-Liner with a Soft Side{mosimage}Ask anyone who knows him and they’ll tell you that Charlie Crist, Republican frontrunner for governor, is a nice guy – affable and engaging and known for personally…
Former senator Bob Graham in an exclusive interview on important Florida issuesBob GrahamStill Committed to Florida’s Issues Two years after retiring from the U.S. Senate, Bob Graham still is active on the national scene. As former chairman of the Senate Intelligence…
By Dr. Bill LawSouthside vibrant with new opportunityIf there’s anyplace in town I’m hesitant to describe, it’s the Southside – because that could change between writing it and getting it into print.Certainly there’s new development. We’ve seen an enormous project…
St. George Island stabilizes after a year of low-cost sales
What’s in your wallet? Flawed $1 coins turn up in TallahasseeTallahassee Marks The Spot For Flawed U.S. Dollar CoinsBy Mark Mathosian The U.S. Mint recently created 300 million gold-hued $1 coins featuring George Washington on their face and the Statue…
The Thai Yoga massage is like nothing you’ve experienced beforeI’ll Thai Anything OnceThai Yoga Massage Provides Serious Stretching and Real Rejuvenation By Ashley KahnMy back knotted and my curiosity piqued, I made an appointment for a mystery massage. No traditional…
Tallahassee Business Journal September-October 2008Away from the OfficeCompiled by Jason DehartHEALTH Online With the Doc Next time you feel sick, try reaching for the mouse instead of the phone. While many doctors have been slow to embrace e-mail as a…
From the PublisherWas I “Readeeee?” I Only Thought SoRemember the old saying about being careful what you wish for? Now I keenly understand what that old saw really means.Each Thursday morning, 1st Lt. Amanda Ferrell sends me the Tyndall Eye,…
Have you eaten at a really spectacular local restaurant recently? Done business with someone whose professionalism impressed you? Thought to yourself, “These people should be recognized for the fantastic work they do!”? Well, now’s your chance to let the world…
7-year-old Logan Lane is making his mark on the local go-kart scenePhoto by Scott HolsteinLogan LaneLife in the Fast LaneBy Mike McLaffertyWhile most second-graders are preoccupied with toys and action figures, 7-year-old Logan Lane is racing his way toward local…
The first in our "Evolution" series of restrospectives examining different facets of local livingEvolution It started in 1979 with an idea and eight pages … and my, how we’ve changed!As Tallahassee Magazine enters its 30th year, we decided to take a…
Grand plans for art’s grande dameAllison McCarthy: Grand Plans for Art’s Grande Dame By Jaclyn Emerick Determined to prove art is for everybody, Allison McCarthy, new executive director of LeMoyne Center for Visual Arts, ambitiously plans to double the group’s…
As temperatures rise, the kids start heading outdoors – but make sure they apply sunscreen firstSummer Skin Care for KidsTeach your kids to protect their skin while they have fun in the sunBy Ayanna Shields The days are getting longer, the…
All things list-worthy in the capital city - see how our lists stack upAre You Listless?Contributors:Rosanne Dunkelberger, Jason Dehart, Ashley Kahn, Shannon Grooters, Erin Sobel, Mike McLafferty, Tisha Crews Keller, Bonnie Lewis, Saige RobertsPhotography by Scott Holstein Notepad? Check. Pen?…
The Monticello Karting and Motor Club is a go karter’s dreamLadies and Gentlemen, Start Your Engines …The Monticello Karting and Motor Club Provides an Exhilarating Good TimeBy Erica Bailey Floridians are no strangers to racing. Each February, thousands make the…
A listener by trade, 2-1-1 Big Bend’s Carrie Tyree gets a chance to do the talkingA Caring Voice2-1-1 Big Bend’s Carrie Tyree Makes a Difference One Phone Call at a TimeWhile everyone is familiar with 911 for emergencies, 211 may…
Forgotten Coast 2008 Stories Coming Soon!
Tips for packing light during your summer travels.How to lighten your load when travelingSix tips to help you pack like a pro{mosimage} By Amanda BroadfootWhether you’re a frequent business traveler or a family headed out on vacation, the real estate…
Port St. Joe prepares for a new hospital thanks to the St. Joe Company and the Sacred Heart Health SystemsA New Level of Health Care in Port St. JoePort St. Joe is getting a new hospital, thanks to the St.…
Coyotes, bears and ... bees? How wildlife is adapting to changes in their natural habitatWhere the Wild Things AreThe Forgotten Coast's critter population moves on despite human development By Mackenzie TurbervilleFlorida is home to a rich and diverse collection of…
The Dixie Regional Sports Car Club offers driving thrills with a focus on safetyThe Need for SpeedMembers of the Dixie Regional SCCA Rev Their Engines Once a MonthBy Amy WhiteI consider myself a safe driver.Making my way from Tallahassee to…
A best-kept-secret, ‘Pocket Parks’ are charming, overlooked little nooks of fun.Pocketfuls of FunTallahassee’s ‘Pocket Parks’ Offer Lots of Charm in Little SpacesBy Paul DeRevere Imagine a place in town where there is no intrusive sound – just a stray creaking…
MTV’s star Jose Tapia gives a glimpse behind the scenes of a reality TV showThe Real World After ‘The Real World’It’s Back to Business for Key West Cast Member Jose Tapia By Rosanne DunkelbergerAfter 17 seasons on MTV, we pretty…
At 61, Tom Gallagher is the oldest candidate in the race for governor.TOM GALLAGHER, REPUBLICAN Impassioned By Experience{mosimage}In his early years in Tallahassee, Tom Gallagher had about as high a profile as a state representative can get. For starters, he was…
Colin Kelly Jr. became a hero when America needed one the mostThe Story of Colin Kelly Jr.Madison’s World War II Hero Is the Stuff of Legend By Jason DehartIt was too big a target to pass up.Madison native and U.S.…
Self-proclaimed “fat girl” Charlene Hinson has beaten the battle of obesity.A Look Into Weight Loss SurgeryCharlene Hinson’s struggle with weight began when she was 9. The 58-year-old Tallahassee esthetician said that was her age when she went on her first…
Given the Ultimate Freedom, Have We Forgotten How to Feel?The Numbing of AmericaGiven the Ultimate Freedom, Have We Forgotten How to Feel?By Brian Rowland, Publisher You have probably been there and felt the pain. Atlanta … it’s late in the day,…
Not just for kids, this disorder causes problems for adults at work and homeMommy Has ADHDNot Just for Kids, It’s a Disorder that Can Cause Problems for Adults at Work and at HomeBy Triston V. SandersYou sit at your desk…
In the ever-changing world of American commerce, it’s hard for businesses to grow and thrive over the decades. Meet four local businesses that have stood the test of time and become true survivorsSurvivorsSpotlighting local businesses that grow and thrive over…
Previewing products at the International Builders’ Show Be It Ever So HumbleThere’s No Place Like Home, Especially When Previewing Products at the International Builders’ ShowBy Elizabeth Goldsmith Green and steamyNo, I wasn’t transported into the heart of the Amazon jungle.…
U R going to learn how to text message your kidsGeneration TextTapping into the Digital World Can Bridge the Parent-Child Divide By Anitra Ellison TTYL! GTG! C U L8R!For some, these letter and number combinations look like the cat walked across…
A comprehensive list of solutions If your quality of life is suffering because of menopause, the potential for minimizing or eliminating its symptoms may be found in this comprehensive list of solutions. Consult with health-care professionals about which of these…
Dot Binger is helping children and helping herself to another glass of Coca-ColaAn Inspiring LifeDot Binger Continues To Serve Children In NeedBy Virginia Newman Longtime Guardian Ad Litem volunteer Dorothy “Dot” Binger recently was named one of the state’s top…
Fourth-generation Floridian Jim Davis wants to be known as a man of the people. JIM DAVIS, DEMOCRATFighting for the 'Next Person'{mosimage}Jim Davis wants to be known as a man of the people; his track record as both a state representative…
A word from Publisher, Brian Rowland Merlin Was Somebody to One Family{mosimage} Rushing down John Knox Road to get to a luncheon at the Civic Center on time, I saw a driver ahead hit a small dog – never even touching…
Restoration Plan Moving Along for City’s First Public Water Supply BuildingPumping Life Back into WaterworksRestoration Plan Moving Along for City’s First Public Water Supply BuildingBy Jason DehartThere has been talk about doing something with the city’s old “Waterworks” building for…
From the PublisherIf the System Works, ‘Y’ Change?By Brian Rowland, PublisherRecently, I read an article written by a columnist whose advice to me – and the business community of today – was to begin making fundamental changes in our philosophy…
A letter from the publisherConversations Open DoorsBy Brian Rowland, Publisher Over the past nine months, I’ve spent a lot of time in conversations. I’ve been meeting people, talking with them and – just as important – listening to them. It’s…
