Small-town Sopchoppy revels in its friendlinessNo Such Thing as a StrangerSmall-Town Sopchoppy Revels in its Friendliness Sopchoppy storeowner Debbie Dix has lived in the small Wakulla County town for 12 years. Looking back on one of her first days in…
We’re back with another installment of “Evolution,” this time exploration how transportation, kids’ lives and the performing arts scene have changed over the years in TallahasseePlaying, Performing and Public/Private TransportationAt first glance, kids, artists and bus drivers don’t seem to…
The Forgotten Coast spreads across Wakulla, Franklin and Gulf counties – check out the map and a bit of history about the areaFootprints of the PastMan’s interest in the Forgotten Coast has ebbed and flowed since the first Europeans began…
What a novel idea! Take your writing out of your basement and into a workshop Photo by Scott HolsteinWrite Around the CornerTallahassee Abounds with Workshops and Venues for WritersBy Ashley Kahn It was called “The Writer.”On London’s Hampstead Heath in…
Your Secret Pantry and sunless tanners.Your Secret Pantry: Where There’s No Shoppin’, Choppin’ or Moppin’By Rosanne DunkelbergerIt was the talk of my bunco group – this great place where you could go and, in just under an hour, walk out…
Tallahassee Business Journal September-October 2008Corridor UpdateCompiled by Jason DehartSPOTLIGHTFSU Studying Autism InterventionBy Jason Dehart Researchers at Florida State University and the University of Michigan have been awarded a $7 million grant to team up and discover how much of a…
Boot Camps To Go is a unique workout program based on military training Squats and Lunges and Push-ups! Oh, My!By Erica Bailey Beep, beep, beep … groan. It’s “oh-dark-hundred,” and my alarm clock jolts me from a sound slumber for my first…
Discover one woman’s journey with acupuncture, then try it yourselfA River Named Qi Runs Through YouAcupuncture Opens a World of Mysterious, Amazing Medicine By Tisha Crews Keller I’ve never been one for needles. Just the thought of a shot, a finger…
She’s the cat’s meow – Dr. Kerry Hyde addresses animal psychologyKerry HydeThe Doctor to Consult for Purrfect BehaviorAfter completing her degree in ethology – the study of animal behavior – with a concentration in domestic feline behavior in October 2006,…
Pam Phelps' innovative approach to helping preschoolers learn – through playWhen Play Isn’t Just Fooling AroundPamela Phelps Proves Rich Play Environments Build Children’s Intellect and MoreBy Tisha Crews Keller Back in the day, they knew how to let children play.…
They're headed outdoorsDrawn to the FlamesBy Erica Bailey and Mackenzie Turberville {mosimage}Since the dawn of time, man has been attracted to fire. Once humanity figured out how to bring the flames indoors, one of life’s greatest enjoyments has been curling up…
One slow-food movement is catching on fast at the Golden Acre Ranch in MonticelloDown on the FarmWhen Bobbie Golden was looking for retirement property in Jefferson County, she had in mind a couple of acres where her dogs – and…
One wife chronicles her attempt to tackle football season head-on this yearFootball Fans - Illustration by Marc L. ThomasIn the ‘Throws’ of Football SeasonOne Wife’s Goal to Understand His Fall ObsessionBy Lori Hutzler Eckert Fall is in full swing. For…
A word from Dr. Bill Law Gaines Street drives educational corridorThe neighborhoods dominated by people who study or work at Florida State, Florida A&M, and Tallahassee Community College have seen generations come and go. The constant is that our institutions…
Local author Patti Wilson Byars uses her success to help future teachersPatti Wilson ByarsHer Coming-of-Age Tale Lends a Hand to Student TeachersBy Travis TimmonsIn 1999, Patti Wilson Byars published “Separate Fountains,” a novel “for all ages” set in the small…
Sonya White discusses her plans for our four-legged friends in Leon CountyFor the Love of AnimalsSonya White Says Cooperation is the Key to Helping ‘Four-Leggeds’Sonya White has loved animals since she was a young girl growing up on a Central…
Tallahassee's first family of seafoodThe Wharf ReturnsBy Jessica Stasiw{mosimage}After an absence of almost five years, Tallahassee’s first family of seafood is going back to its roots with the opening of The Original Wharf. The Duggar family is bringing back the…
You never forget your first tattooMarked ManStep inside. Hear the buzz. Grit the teeth.By Chuck BeardI felt that something was missing in my life, but what? Financial security? Fulfilling career? Health? Religion? Love?It was a Wednesday morning, about 10:15 a.m.,…
Southern tales of young love – and BaptistsDrivin’, Datin’ and Hurtin’Southern Tales of Young Love – and BaptistsBy Dr. Charles WilliamsEDITOR’S NOTE: Tallahassee radiologist Dr. Charles Williams shares tales of his life growing up as the son of a Colquitt…
Leon High celebrates 100 years of graduating classes with celebrity emcee Cheryl HinesThe Grand Reunion 2History-Steeped Leon High Plans an Ambitious Bash of Diverse Festivities to Celebrate 100 Years of Graduating Classes from the ‘Grand Old School on the Hill’ By…
The Last WordLiving in AmericaAn Italian-American Shares Her Perspective on Patriotism By Anita Doberman T he Fourth of July is an important holiday in my life story. Like all Americans, I celebrate our great country and what it stands for. But…
Spanish shipwrecks, naval air station - plenty of change in 450 yearsPensacola PrideFor 450 Years, the Panhandle City Has Weathered Adversity to Emerge as One of Florida’s Gems By Rosanne Dunkelberger On Aug. 15, 1559, Don Tristan de Luna y…
From the PublisherFact: The Sun Will Rise in the East TomorrowBy Brian Rowland, Publisher I’d be shocked if there is any disagreement with the above headline or the following statements: Taxes are assessed on income; death is a fact of life; and…
Salsa Florida will have your hips swaying as it brings Latin flair to our communitySome Like It Caliente!FSU Latin Ensemble Cooks Up Red Hot SalsaBy Lazaro Aleman Photo by Scott HolsteinIt’s a Tuesday night, and Florida State University Assistant Professor…
Twenty Impertinent Questions for Bill Poole, Owner of 1 Fresh Stir FryTwenty Impertinent Questions: Bill Poole, Owner of 1 Fresh Stir FryBilly Poole isn’t a chef. But he has a passion for fresh food, and for giving customers what they…
Taking a closer look at Covenant Hospice. Covenant HospiceCovenant Hospice has a goal: to provide complete care to people who are facing end-of-life issues. Dale Knee, president/CEO of Covenant Hospice, said he believes more people are learning about what services…
Tallahassee mom Kim Cramer launches an Internet game for women to play.Revenge of the Sports WidowsKim Cramer’s Twist on Fantasy Sports By Terri-Ann MorrisonIt’s Sunday and you’ve labored over your favorite chicken casserole. The table is set, the meal is…
Pros offer strategies for selling your house in a buyer’s marketAll Your Home’s a StageThe Pros Offer Tips for Selling Your Home in a Tough Market By Caroline Brewster Selling a home is never an easy task, but in today’s…
New police chief Dennis Jones is ready to protect and defendChief Dennis JonesTechnology and Traffic are Top PriorityBy Jason DehartTallahassee Police Chief Dennis Jones has been pretty busy since he started work on May 21. He has been settling in,…
86-year-old Chrome Diva Rosalie Meyers slows down to share her storyRosalie MyersStill Riding After All These Years By Rosanne Dunkelberger Click for larger image. The women of Tallahassee’s Chrome Divas turn heads in their outfits, which are…
You don’t need a hook or a line to catch these scrumptious morselsScoopin’ ScallopsGrab Yourself a Tasty Treat in the Gulf Waters Near Port St. Joe By Lori Hutzler EckertBay scallops, those slightly sweet and succulent pearls of seafood found…
Fight your “battle of the bulge” by following exciting new trends in exercise Photos courtesy Nintendo of America The New Shape of FitnessMake Your Workout Routine Anything But with Exercise Trends from the Dance Stage to the Drill Field By Beth…
There are consequences to ignoring your doctor’s adviceTake Your MedicineIf At First You Don’t Heed Your Doctor’s Advice …Try, Try Again By Triston V. SandersMost of us struggle with some type of health problem, be it obesity, high blood pressure,…
A boardroom approach helps local nonprofits survive during tough timesThe Business of Helping Those in NeedA Boardroom Approach Helps Local Nonprofits Survive During Tough TimesBy Nathan Spicer In this world, finding people who care more about others than themselves –…
Cancer is evolving from an immediate death sentence to a treatable diseaseTurning the TideTreatment Advances Improve Life After a Cancer DiagnosisBy Triston V. Sanders “You have cancer.”They’re the words no one wants to hear, but they are a reality for…
Read a book. Swap a book. It’s easy and free.Paperback SwapA Million Possibilities for an Online Book TradeBy Rosanne DunkelbergerA little brick of a package landed on my desk at work one afternoon. Intrigued, I ripped off the taped-up wrapping…
At the age of 8, working the Gadsden County tobacco fields for a dollar a day, Al Lawson never dreamed he would one day rise to one of Florida’s most powerful political posts. But stepping into the role of Democratic leader…
Tallahassee’s young professionals are shaking things upPhoto by Scott Holstein The Young & The Fearless Tallahassee’s Young Professionals Capitalize on the Capital City of Today While Actively Shaping Its Tomorrow By Ashley KahnYouth is impulsive. Youth is ambitious. Youth is ephemeral,…
Are your short vacations becoming way too predictable? Another trip to the beach, or the theme parks, or the backyard, blah, blah, blah? Exciting destinations are within driving distance. We’ve found six possibilities including the Georgia Aquarium, where you can…
Ochlockonee River State Park provides visitors with a glimpse at what Florida used to look like – and the white squirrels are cute, too Photos by Scott HolsteinThe river for which the park is named offers great fishing for species that…
All about the world-renowned beverageA Brief Introduction to TeaYou can’t write the history of the world without including this humble infusion. By Rosanne Dunkelberger {mosimage}Tea. In the thousands of years people have been drinking it, the refreshing brew has opened trade…
Lake Ella has been a local favorite since the late 19th centuryThe Many Lives of Lake EllaTime Has Changed This Little Lake But Not Its Popularity By Jason Dehart Walking around 12-acre Lake Ella on a pleasant summer evening, one doesn’t…
One girl, one squirrel, and an afternoon of potty humor {nomultithumb} Illustration by Marc L. ThomasYes, Virginia, There Is a Squirrel in My ToiletYou May Not Believe How It Got in There, but Here’s One Way to Get It Out …
How can kids learn to accept each other – and themselves? Read a local teacher’s children’s novel to find outWelcome to ‘Newt’s World’Teacher’s Book Offers a Lesson in UnderstandingBy Nathan Spicer As a self-proclaimed “nerd” growing up, Susan Womble recognizes…
Enjoy the 2012 May/Jun issue of Tallahassee Magazine in a flip-book format. Find us on Facebook and let us know what you think!Take a moment to enjoy the 2012 May/June issue of Tallahassee Magazine in digital flip-book format, then find…
Young Jared Hatcher has big plansJared Hatcher: Young Man, Big PlansBusinesses keep this entrepreneurial teen busyBy Tony Bridges{mosimage}Leisure time isn’t a priority for Jared Hatcher.He owns two small businesses in Tallahassee and has plans to one day leverage them into a…
Teach your children the dangers of cyber crime before they sign onKeeping Kids Safe OnlineFlorida Attorney General Offers Advice for ParentsBy Mike McLafferty T he doors are locked. Your windows are tightly shut. The security system is armed. As a parent,…
FSU’s Department of Dance has a bright future ahead of itDancing to the TopFlorida State University’s Department of Dance offers up a little slice of dance heaven By Rosanne DunkelbergerOne by one, they enter the spacious and sunny classroom, take a…
