By Meg Daradanova When you think of a young, classical composer, maybe Mozart comes to mind, complete with a powdered wig, gold brocade coat and an overbearing father. But contemporary classical music is being created by characters who are much more down-to-earth. Meet Paul Berlinsky: a Miami Dolphins fan, trombonist, tennis aficionado, avid gamer, Florida…

By Meg Daradanova Pastor Nolen Rollins believes that every person has an innate interest — a built-in mission — that needs to be discovered, developed and harnessed for the good of the community, our nation and the world. A recent celebration commemorating the 10th anniversary of Legacy Church drew more than just the typical Sunday…

By D. K. Christi Estero High School senior Taylor Bouchard had a far out dream when she was 17. One year later, that dream has been realized in Ducklings Travel, a charity Bouchard founded to help defray expenses of young surgery patients who must travel a great distance for specialized medical procedures — children like…

By Laura J. Cummings “Sometimes the strength of motherhood is greater than natural laws.” – Barbara Kingsolver A mother’s soothing voice and joyful countenance define our orientation into this complex and often crazy world. A good mother’s presence in one’s youth offers stability, structure and encouragement to grow. We may often hear our mother’s advice…

By Dr. Phill Morgan The landlord and landlady of the British Open Pub, Bernard and Ann Nabbs, have a fascinating story. Although their pub has been going strong in Bonita Springs for the last 18 years, previously the Nabbs were constantly on the move: managing 9 different restaurants and living in 35 different homes! Bernard…