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Local business owner Omar Medrano reversed a poor and unhealthy diet to take control of his weight—and his life.

AMANDA PERNA, 33 Fashion Designeramandaperna.com@theamandapernaA Coral Springs native and “Project Runway” alumna, Amanda Perna creates stunning clothes for socialites, celebrities and everyone in between who’s...

Renowned executive chef Blake Malatesta at MIA Kitchen & Bar plans to turn the rustic, dining and drinking sanctuary into a destination for art, cinema and music lovers.

Heather Shaw, Saks Fifth Avenue vice president and general manager, will bring her fashion-forward talents to this month’s Boca Bacchanal, a celebration of wine and food.

From teaching Andy Warhol how to use a computer to becoming a pioneer of digital art, Laurence Gartel has a rich artistic history—one he brings to South Florida.

Boca Raton resident and Château d’Esclans owner Sacha Lichine has put rosé on the map, changing its reputation from a cheap to an elegant wine.

Jane Bolin, a local attorney and strongwoman title-holder, knows the meaning of the saying, “work hard, play hard.”

DUSTIN CRANOR Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/27/2013 - 07:05 Something FishyOceana’s Dustin Cranor creates a big splash when advocating for protecting our oceans.Oceana is on a 24/7 quest to use s...

RANDY & KIM SWEERS Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/27/2013 - 07:12 Full ThrottleRandy and Kim Sweers are a different type of power couple, one that brings the highest level of performance on the wa...

Art enthusiast and curator Bonnie Clearwater is redirecting the arts scene north to Broward County, garnering international attention for exhibits at the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale.

Miami Dolphins linebacker and team captain Koa Misi, 28, who is hosting the inaugural Pink Tie Bash this month to raise money for breast cancer research, talks his favorite NFL moments, Ferraris, and the love he has for his family.​

Jillian Michaels of “The Biggest Loser” made the audience laugh out loud—and look within—during a powerful presentation at PGA National Resort & Spa.

Husband and wife owners of Sklar Furnishings are celebrating 15 years in business by giving back to local causes.

A lot can happen in 10 years. Decades mark significant milestones. Marriages, careers, and accomplishments in general can garner respect for their longevity or become a statistic of the effect of an era. 

The GIFT OF GLAM Submitted by admin on Fri, 09/19/2014 - 10:17 Tammy Gail calls herself the plate spinner. She doesn’t work in the food industry, but she always has something on her plates. And she n...

Dueling Violins Submitted by admin on Fri, 01/24/2014 - 04:09 Wil Baptiste never planned on playing the viola. In eighth grade, Baptiste signed up for band class with the 
intention of learning the s...

At 26 years old, Hector Picard lost both of his arms in a work-related incident. But at 50 years old, the now triathlete will compete in the Ironman World Championship to support the Broward Children’s Center.

Boca Raton local, chronic illness blogger and patient advocate Ilana Jacqueline published a self-help book this spring.

Mariel Hemingway will share her secrets to success with the sold-out crowd at KidSanctuary Campus’ fashion-meets-philanthropy fundraiser next month.

That’s how 16-year-old Miranda Fuentes describes the day she found out that she received an award from Nickelodeon. Sitting on her bed months later, the teen can’t contain her excitement when she flashes back to the event where she was honore...