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From The Editor
Living Spirit
Executive Editor Steve Bornhoft speaks on his late mother-in-law Margaret Ann and her everlasting energy that unites a family.
Glory Days
Gary is a a real estate broker and homebuilder who has entered upon the bee business. He markets Blue-Eyed Girl honey online and in a few retail stores, including the Shell Shack in Mexico Beach.
In Praise of Artists
I got to know Randy Evans, who served as a medic during the Vietnam War, at a time when I was doing newspaper work in Illinois. The war had been concluded for years when I met him, but it lived…
A Fab Five of Inspirational Journalists
Editor expresses gratitude for women who have made him a better wordsmith
So Long, Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Goodbye ... Sort Of
Just two issues ago, I was taking a victory lap to celebrate my 10th year as editor of Tallahassee Magazine, talking about the stories I’ve written, the interns I’ve known and rehashing the good — and bad — old times.…
Getting Strong Now … Won’t Be Long Now
You might recognize the reference in the headline. It’s a lyric from “Gonna Fly Now,” the power anthem accompanying a montage of Rocky Balboa training for his big fight against Apollo Creed in the 1977 movie “Rocky.” I’ve been working…
Rosanne Dunkelberger Reflects on Her 10 Years as Editor of Tallahassee
I joined the Rowland Publishing staff 11 years ago as an associate editor, but this issue marks my 10th anniversary as editor of Tallahassee Magazine. One of my early columns was about how I felt dropping my firstborn off at…
A Taste of the Past — and Faraway Places
My brother, an excellent cook, had just grilled a steak and was pretty full of himself when he announced to his family, “I think this is the best dinner we’ve ever eaten!” My 7-year-old nephew — not wise in the…
The Beauty of Springtime in Tallahassee
Rosanne Dunkelberger shares with us why she loves springtime in Tallahassee so much.
Parenting, the Second Time Around
In general, I’m an optimistic person who tries to look on the bright side of things. But there are times (usually in the wee hours) when my mind wanders into dark places with those “what if” scenarios. My kids are…
A First-Date Mixup Results in a Beautiful Marriage
I’ve known my husband 36 years now, and I’m sorry to say I don’t remember when we first met in 1978. I was interviewing for a job at the Ocala Star-Banner and got introduced around to the newsroom crew, including…
The Birthday Girls, 106 Years of Wisdom
When I wrote this in July, I was planning a trip to Longboat Key to celebrate my mother-in-law Kathy’s 80th birthday. And when this letter appears in this issue of the magazine, I’ll be off to Virginia to fete my…
Our Editor's Love/Hate Relationship With The Holidays
Rosanne Dunkelberger' love/hate relationship with the holidays.
Living Life in Tallahassee
Editor, Rosanne Dunkelberger's journey living in Tallahassee.
The Star Makers
Within the space occupied by the Young Actors Theatre crowd, Emmy-winning actor Tony Hale was a rock star. Local boy made good. Shining example of what could happen if you did your time in the chorus of “Anything Goes” or…
