Take an inventory of your home before hurricane seasonCheck It OutThe Story On Home InventoryBy Mike McLafferty With the start of hurricane season looming, it’s time to take a home inventory of your belongings. While hurricanes are few and far…
Letting It All Hang OutBy Rosanne Dunkelbergerrdunkelberger@rowlandpublishing.com 224. - 36.15. - 43 inches.Those are my stats – weight, BMI and waist measurement – and it’s official. I’m obese. By every chart, statistic and formula ever devised, I’m obese – and…
Questions on key issues are asked of the four candidates in Florida's race for governor. On Nov. 12, voters from the Panhandle to the Keys will elect the 44th Governor of the State of Florida. To help voters decide, Tallahassee…
Easy-to-visit Merida provides a taste of old Mexico in the Yucatan Peninsula.Exploring History and Mayan MysteryEasy-to-visit Merida, Mexico offers affordable luxuryBy Jack MacaleavySo, you want to explore the world’s ancient ruins and experience the presence of civilizations past? Well, the…
St. Marks and Carrabelle Residents Work to Save Their Heritage Character CountsSt. Marks and Carrabelle Residents Work to Save Their HeritageBy Stephen KindlandResidents of two Forgotten Coast towns are setting their sights on economic progress after reeling for years in…
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The creative forces behind the Tallahassee Film Festival share their vision for the inaugural event Photo by Scott Holstein Event Planners - Gloria Pugh (left) and Jeanne Curtin at FSU’s Student Life CinemaSundance, Tribeca, TallahasseeFilm Festival Organizers Hope to Make the City…
With threats from bad weather, boat owners are investing in new trailerable trawlers – boats you can take homeYou Can Take It With You"Trailerable" trawlers are the next big thing for sea dogs worried about slip rents and hurricanesBy Jason…
From the EditorMy Christmas Letter WarmupBy Rosanne Dunkelbergerrdunkelberger@rowlandpublishing.com If you hate finding those single-spaced, information-filled letters tucked into your Christmas cards, then I’m your worst nightmare. For at least 15 years, I’ve been writing a behemoth that can run on…
The Forgotten Coast continues to weather changing and challenging economic times but remains a great place to live, work and playWeathering Change Forgotten Coast trend-spotters see a glimmer of sunshine on the economic horizonBy Jason DehartPhoto by Scott Holstein It’s hard to…
It’s easy to skip the long post office lines and use the automated mailing center insteadSend Those Lines PackingThe Post Office Makes Holiday Shipping Easy – Heck, Even FunBy Tisha Crews KellerI’ve found mailing nirvana. I confess to being a…
Charles Rasberry becomes Florida State University Foundation’s new president and has big plans for the future.Charles Rasberry - Building a New FoundationBy Erica Bailey After a visit last summer, Charles Rasberry and his wife, Helen, were so impressed by the…
Enjoy art, music, festivals and so much more.2012 Calendar of EventsCompiled by Jason Dehart and Madison CarrylMay 4–Aug. 3First Friday FineArt & Music SeriesCome join the fun at First Fridays Art & Music Series. Live music, local artists and a…
Locals look back at the troubles of the 2000 presidential election Recalling the RecountLocals Look Back at the 2000 Presidential Election By Jason Dehart It had all the makings of a weird, made-for-TV drama. Or a Carl Hiaasen novel.Here’s the…
Check out the Southern Living Idea HouseCheck It Out: Southern Living Idea House 2006{mosimage}The WhiteFence Farms, Red Hills 2006 Idea House & Farmstead showcases The St. Joe Company’s newest development concept. Teaming up with Southern Living and The Progressive Farmer,…
It's not easy being Christy CorbittA Life SaverOrgan-Procurement Coordinator Christy Corbitt Walks a Delicate Line Between Life and Death{mosimage} By Tony BridgesMost days, it isn’t easy being Christy Corbitt. Not even a little.She enters people’s lives at their worst moments, when…
Tallahassee Museum and the Museum of Florida History celebrate big anniversariesMuseum MilestonesTwo Local Museums Celebrate the Past and Look to the FutureBy Erica Bailey It’s a year of celebration as two local museums mark significant birthdays: The Tallahassee Museum now is…
Mother, wife, teacher, POW, author – Grace Nash packs a lot of living into 97 years‘Amazing’ GraceMother, Wife, Teacher, POW, Author: Grace Nash Packs a Lot of Living into 97 Years By Joy SwalleyAs she began her tale, Grace Nash…
Multi-use stormwater treatment parks are being designed across the PanhandleLake Jackson’s ‘Created’ Wetland An Attractive Solution to Managing Stormwater RunoffBy Faith Eidse When you think of a stormwater pond, the mental vision is usually a muddy hole in a back…
From the EditorYou Can Trust Us … Even If We Are 30By Rosanne Dunkelberger Tallahassee Magazine’s 30th birthday is coming up – and have we got a year long celebration planned for our readers!The actual birthday isn’t until this time…
Tallahassee Business Journal July-August 2008Away from the OfficeCompiled by Jason DehartTECHNOLOGY Travel Must-Haves to the RescueTraveling is stressful these days as long lines at baggage check-in, security, flight delays and cancellations, lost luggage and traffic jams all add to the…
The Last WordRehearsing for the Empty NestOne Mom Dallies with an Afternoon of Independence and Free Time By Beth Gribas No doubt you’ve read about, and perhaps have even experienced, the phenomenon called “empty nest syndrome.” Well, there is a state…
Taking five luxury vehicles for a spinThe Ultimate Driving Experience, Times Five By Erica BaileyI’ve died and gone to car heaven.Like most people, I think buying a new car is a major investment. After scrimping and saving, I went and…
One Tallahassee teen follows Barack Obama’s historic path to the presidencyFrom My House to the White HouseLocal Teen Elizabeth Landers Chronicles Obama’s Odyssey Liz and Wheeler, dream big dreams,” was Barack Obama’s message to my brother and me. My family’s…
The Forgotten Coast’s forests are part of the area’s past and are being protected for the futureScenic HistoryThe Forgotten Coast's pine forests remind us of America's wilderness pastBy Jim Huffstodt Great swaths of a once-vast continental forest still survive largely…
Keep busy with fun springtime events all around Tallahassee.Calendar of EventsMarch and April Compiled by Erica BaileyMarch Through NovemberDowntown MarketplaceSpend a Saturday downtown under the oaks at Tallahassee’s Downtown Marketplace. Find art, music, food and fun under white canopy tents…
The Last WordA Cardboard Box of HistoryTelling a Family Tale with a Collection of Memories from Decades Past By Bonnie Haldane Lewis You know those orange plastic cones on the flashlights they use to direct aircraft on the ground? Police officers…
Seven counties, one spectacular destinationSeven Counties, One Spectacular DestinationOn Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, undiscovered white sand beaches – together with clear emerald waters, natural beauty, luxury accommodations, family-oriented entertainment and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere – create wonderful experiences and lasting…
Great tips on decoratingTen Easy Ways to Give Your Home Pizzazz The holidays are approaching, and with their attendant festivities and visitors, they provide a perfect motivator for homeowners to redecorate, redo or otherwise bring the homestead up to…
In today’s world of ever-evolving technology, it’s essential to make your business known on the WebGetting High on GoogleMake Your Company’s Web Site Work HarderToday, a Web site is almost ubiquitous in the business world. Whether online selling is the…
Whether you have four or 400 bottles of wine, a “cellar” is not out of reachA Wine Room of One's OwnThe Wine Lover’s Guide to Proper In-Home StorageBy Ashley KahnWine is becoming an integral part of the American culture, and…
It’s all about the environment with simple tips for “going green”Livin’ La Vida VerdeShorter Showers and 99 Other Ways to Keep Things ‘Green’By Robert ZerbeIn the midst of a year-long experiment, the Conlin-Beavan family of New York City has given…
Three couples share love stories that culminate with weddings in dreamy and romantic settings. This year, our special wedding section focuses on nuptials that have been taken on the roadDestination: Dream WeddingWeddings are a time of happiness and elation in…
Despite his start in relative obscurity, Rod Smith believes he can win the Democratic nomination.Independent Consensus-Builder{mosimage}He’s the candidate with the most common surname in the United States who nobody seems to know. Democratic contender Rod Smith, 56, has perhaps the…
From the EditorVisiting the FSU Side of the StreetBy Rosanne DunkelbergerI’ve lived here more than 24 years now. A mere blip to Tallahassee old-timers, who tend to measure longevity in generations, but it’s nearly half a lifetime for me. When…
Get the scoop behind Nole Ade.Tiny Titans of Industry How six Maclay School kids took an idea and made it a tasty realityBy Erica BaileyThey’re all business, these kids.Six of them are seated around a square table in the Maclay…
Lou and Betsy Kellenberger bring shared passions to TallahasseeA ‘Passionate’ Relationship‘Team Kellenberger’ Enjoys a Retirement Filled With Service, Sports, Flora – and Plenty of Photo Ops By Janie NelsonTwenty years ago, Lou and Betsy Kellenberger decided it was time for…
Plaster, wood, molten iron … they use it all to create beautiful, usable artMasters of Their CraftFSU Students Learn the Business of Art While Helping Beautify Their CampusBy Stephanie CastellanoOn the corner of West Gaines and St. Augustine streets, in…
Best Bets: May through JuneMay 11 Florida Wine FestivalAlthough The Mary Brogan Museum of Art and Science has closed to the public, its work remains unfinished. The museum is undergoing a metamorphosis, from which it expects to emerge as a…
Doctor visits are no fun, but important check-ups should not be missedBody MaintenanceRegular Checkups Are a Lifesaving Part of Medical CareBy Triston V. SandersIt was July 1999 and 43-year-old Tallahassee resident Mary Petrandis learned her mother had been diagnosed with…
One man’s junk becomes another woman’s treasure – and this one actually paid off.The Mystery of the Goodwill TapestryHow I Turned $50 into $1,600 in 6.5 Minutes By Beth Dees I confess. I like to go to Goodwill and shop,…
Enjoy the 2012 Jan/Feb 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 January/February issue of Tallahassee Magazine in digital flip-book format, then find…
One couple dealing with infertility gets a second chance at parenthood
Ryals’ appointment as poet laureate was followed by the release her latest book of poems
Auras, extreme sensitivity to light and noise, and intense pain – migraines‘The Pain Is Incredible’Prevention, Medication Can Help Manage the Debilitating Symptoms of Migraines By Triston V. SandersJust a sampling of how migraine sufferers describe the pain:“Usually it feels like…
