Tallahassee Business Journal May-June 2008Your BusinessCompiled by Jason DehartIN THE NEWSIs Florida Losing Its Allure?Don’t look now, but that dust on Interstate 10 westbound may not trail the car of a happy camper heading to Pensacola for the weekend. Instead,…
Big names in the Gaines Street renovation project The Short List of Key Players in the Gaines Street Makeover {mosimage}Tallahassee Mayor John MarksMarks was elected in 2003 and actively promotes the revitalization of not only the Gaines Street corridor but…
Knowledge is power — and knowing where the absolute best places to eat, shop, get a service and be entertained in Tallahassee is vital information. We provided the 2012 “Best of Tallahassee” ballot, and you have submitted your favorite places…
Local real estate market heating upNo Bubble to Burst in Tallahassee Local Real Estate Market Is Heating Back UpBy Jason Dehart {mosimage}Bubble? What bubble? The Tallahassee housing market is moving along at a steady pace.“There is not going to be…
Founder of Famous Amos cookiesWally ‘Famous’ AmosFrom Cookie Entrepreneur to Literacy Advocate{mosimage}Even though he no longer is associated with his namesake company, Wally Amos will forever be inextricably linked with Famous Amos cookies. After all, his expressive face still is…
From the EditorHow Do We Love Thee? Let Us List the WaysBy Rosanne Dunkelberger, Editor I am a sucker for lists.Yes, I want to know VH1’s “100 Greatest One Hit Wonders.” Please, tell me which male stars have the best…
Tallahassee writer explores Diana's deathIsn’t She ‘Lovely’?Elizabeth Dewberry’s New Novel Explores the Meaning in the Death of Princess DianaBy Lazaro AlemanWhile her latest novel isn’t autobiographical, Tallahassee area author Elizabeth Dewberry knows a thing or two about living the life…
Whether you say “PEE-can” or “pa-KAHN,” these nuts are a Southern stapleFirst Course Pecans: The All-American NutBy Travis Timmons Next time you’re defeated – or, as the Cajuns say, “gone pecan” – over the hot, humid weather, remember that pecans thrive…
It's more important than you might realize. 1. Get started now. The details of how you do it aren’t nearly as important as the fact that you’re doing it. Life is uncertain, and the only guarantee of immortality is preserving your…
A look, over the years, at the progress on Gaines Street.A Timeline of Events of the Gaines Street Revitalization1991:A preliminary design and environmental study is started for Gaines Street but is put on hold. In September, the Tallahassee City Commission…
Gary Droze takes it all in stride Gary Droze: Ahead of the PackTrack Coach Shows That Running is FunBy Jessica StasiwKnown as a taskmaster, motivator and caring coach, Gary Droze continues to inspire athletes and the not-so-athletic alike. Honored twice…
Get Ready Gator Fans!Gators Anxious to Climb ‘Year Two’ LadderUrban Meyer’s Gators look to future successesBy Marty CohenWith a new coach in place and the excitement level at an all-time high, University of Florida football fans didn’t know what to…
Big plans are in the works.Unlocking SouthsideNo longer overlooked, Tallahassee’s south side is full of promise and potential By Jason DehartIf you want to build homes and businesses in Tallahassee, you need to face south. Just look at a map.…
A letter from the editor3, 2, 1 . . . Spring!By Rosanne Dunkelberger, EditorMarch is always one of my favorite times of the year, and not just because it’s my birthday month. (Actually, my natal day is March 1, so…
Challenges have grown for physicians over past three decadesThe Evolution Continues …In order to commemorate Tallahassee Magazine’s 30th year, we’re looking back to see how many aspects of our hometown and lifestyle have grown and changed, along with our publication.…
Getting to know Charlie Crist, Bryan Desloge, John Dailey and Jackie PonsThe New Faces of PoliticsHe’s new to the position, but we’re pretty used to seeing Gov. Charlie Crist’s high-contrast looks around Tallahassee. After all, he spent most of his…
Tammy Kuhn, thanks to the Florida Vocational Rehabilitation Program, received hearing aids to improve her quality of lifeTammie KuhnVocational rehabilitation opens a new world of sound – and successBy Robert ZerbeImagine living life without hearing the sound of a leaf…
A word from Editor, Rosanne Dunkelberger Tell Me More: Why Journalism Has Always Been the Job for Me{mosimage} While I’m no fan of Gov. Bush’s plan to require high school freshmen to declare a major, in ninth grade I did know…
Letters to the EditorTwo Patale sites can cause confusionYour recent article on the San Pedro y San Pablo de Patale Mission shed light on a much-overlooked part of Tallahassee history. However, it neglected to mention one fact which may cause…
From the EditorIt’s a Date: Girls’ Night OutBy Rosanne Dunkelberger, Editor Terri, Gayla, Vickie and I were an eclectic group who met about 10 years ago and got to know each other during scrapbooking “crops.” But eventually, time and other…
A word from Editor Rosanne Dunkelberger Stop Me if You’ve Heard This One BeforeI am going to be an annoying old woman when I hit my dotage. You know, the one who tells the same stories that you’ve heard time…
A look at options for potential candidates Another Local Option For Would-Be NursesBy Tabitha Yang Responding to the severe shortage of nurses, Keiser College has started a two-year Associate of Science in Nursing program that began enrolling students in January. Its…
Escort your little Valentine to Northside Rotary’s Daddy Daughter DanceDate Night with DadNorthside Rotary Hosts Valentine’s Dance PartyBy Shanae Brantley Dads, pull out your dancing shoes, grab the hand of your special little lady and two-step to the Third Annual…
Leon County’s fit challengeThe Bottom LineLeon County's Fit Challenge By Rosanne DunkelbergerA few local visionaries look to Tallahassee’s future and see a populace dedicated to healthy living. To share that vision, they invited business leaders to a breakfast earlier this year…
Don’t be afraid of cooking fish – here’s a guide to help calm your fearsFear of FishThere is such a thing as a fear of fish. It even has a name – ichthyophobia.By Rosanne DunkelbergerOK, most folks aren’t going to…
Tippy Amick talks about her role in training state employees.Florida’s Top Trainer Reflects on Learning, Growing, Retiring {mosimage} By Kirsten Olsen If you’ve worked in Florida state government and ever had training, chances are you know the name Tippy Amick.…
Getting acquainted with Peggy Quince, Florida's chief justicePhoto by Scott Holstein Supreme Accomplishment Florida’s new chief justice overcomes a childhood of poverty and a history of racism to reach the top of her profession.By Maria Mallory WhiteWith a swiftness of stride…
From the Publisher.THINK: The Lost Art of ThinkingBy Brian Rowland Here’s how Webster’s dictionary defines “think”: “to use the mind for arriving at conclusions, making decisions, drawing inferences, etc.; reflect; reason.” For decades, the IBM Corporation has provided its employees with…
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Meet Ten Artists Ltd., women painters exhibiting great passion for their artBack row: Susse Sherwood, Mary Wyatt, Fran Mathis, Emeretta Rudy, Hilda Carney and Rosemary Ferguson. Seated: Vivian Sherlock, Nina Allen Freeman, Mary Apple and Judy Nable. Photo by Scott…
Karen Bridges chronicles her experiences on the city bus systemNo More Gas PainsWhen the Commute is an Economical, Enjoyable Bus Ride, Why Drive? By Karen BridgesWith gas at $4-plus per gallon and my Killearn Lakes Plantation home a 35-mile roundtrip…
It's time to look at telecommuting Home/Work Without ProblemsAs Telecommuting Gains in Popularity, the Line Between Personal and Professional space is Ever More Blurred By Jason Dehart and Maria Mallory White Most people would agree: The morning commute to work…
An Exacting Crime-scene ScienceGetting Their Feet WetTeaching Underwater CSI Techniques at FSUBy Tony BridgesCrime-scene work is tough, with all the exacting science and attention to detail. There’s little margin for error. A mistake could free a killer or convict an…
Molly Shakar has helped a generation of new mothersPhoto by Scott Holstein Maternal InstinctLactation Constultant Molly Shakar Has Helped New Moms Overcome the Challenges of Breast-feeding for Almost a Generation By Tisha Crews Keller For thousands of years, it has…
Angel Flight pilots give the gift of flight to the medically needyLofty PursuitsHope Gets Its Wings as Local Pilots Share the Skies with Those in Need By Tisha Crews Keller Robinee can tell you everything about her mother’s multiple sclerosis.…
Cooperation strengthens Tallahassee’s arts organizationsTogether They SucceedCooperation Strengthens Tallahassee’s Arts OrganizationsBy Caroline Brewster There was a time in Tallahassee’s not-so-distant past when refrigerator displays of children’s artwork served as the only galleries in town, and the best musical performance most…
Opionions on Gaines Street Revitalization What do you think about Gaines Street redevelopment?By Jason Dehart {mosimage}“My dad told the commissioners that in his 50 years of following road and bridge construction, he’s never seen a county, city or state reduce the…
Of malls, big boxes and the locally owned specialty stores The Evolution of ShoppingOf Malls, Big Boxes and the Locally Owned Specialty StoresBy Victoria RichMy mother has both lived in Tallahassee for most of her life and been part of…
Pondering the future of Gaines St.Gaines Street MakeoverAn attractive, pedestrian-friendly “gateway corridor” is years away. What does it mean for stakeholders? By Jason Dehart {mosimage}For years, Gaines Street has served a utilitarian purpose – a corridor speedily moving traffic from…
A word from Publisher Brian Rowland The Value of Freedom – And an Open MindBy Brian RowlandLast month, I was given the invitation and opportunity to travel to Berlin for a four-day weekend hosted by Germany’s tourism department. At first…
All you need to do is pick a direction and go to enjoy the beauty of the Forgotten Coast Photo by Scott Holstein Loafing Through the Woods and WaterwaysEcotourism opportunities abound along the Forgotten CoastBy Jason Dehart In the old days, back…
Renovations to Goodwood bring a blast from the past – with modern conveniencesThe ‘House’ that Fanny BuiltGoodwood’s New Conference Center Replicates the Past for Today’s GatheringsBy Jason DehartMarked by a 23-year absence, Goodwood Plantation’s glorious old carriage house has been…
Supporting the health of your employees isn’t just a nice thing to do, it's good business sense Photo by Scott Holstein On The Ball - At the Florida Association of Insurance Agents (FAIA), departments take turns thinking up fun ways to…
A word from Publisher Brian Rowland What’s in a name?A new addition to the Rowland Publishing family{mosimage}For a quarter century we have published to the east and for six years we have published to the west – now, it was…
Big Macs are big bucks for college hopefulsMcScholarships AvailableBig Macs Mean Big Bucks for College-Bound Seniors By Rosanne Dunkelberger and Jaclyn EmerickWhile McDonald’s perhaps is best known in charitable circles for providing housing for the families of sick children, another arm…
Avoid Halloween sugar shock by following a few handy hintsToo Much HalloweenWhat’s a Parent To Do With the Spoils of Trick-or-Treating? By Victoria RichMake the costume, buy the treats, put up the decorations … then deal with the tummy aches,…
