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Jill Biden says the nation's top teachers will be recognized at their own White House state dinner
Read full article: Jill Biden says the nation's top teachers will be recognized at their own White House state dinnerJill Biden says that when the nation's top teachers visit the White House this year, they'll be recognized at their own state dinner.
‘There’s a reason you’re here:’ AdventHealth scientist works to influence more women in STEM fields
Read full article: ‘There’s a reason you’re here:’ AdventHealth scientist works to influence more women in STEM fieldsFor Dr. Karen Corbin, walking into a research lab isn't unusual at all because she always knew she was meant to be in one.
Women’s health justice forum in Kissimmee to address disparities, open dialogue
Read full article: Women’s health justice forum in Kissimmee to address disparities, open dialogueThe forum on Thursday will address health disparities for women of color with local health care advocates and doctors hosted by the Epsilon Epsilon Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
Port Orange honors resident for over 40 years of volunteer service
Read full article: Port Orange honors resident for over 40 years of volunteer serviceMary Wittmeyer will be honored at her Centenarian Celebration and National Women’s Month by the Port Orange Police Department and the City of Port Orange. Join me for a special Trooper Steve on Patrol stream.
Trooper Steve on Patrol spotlights female officers at St. Cloud Police Department
Read full article: Trooper Steve on Patrol spotlights female officers at St. Cloud Police DepartmentMarch is Women’s History Month, and you might be surprised if I said within my law enforcement career, I have only ever had female supervisors.
Women’s History Month: Katharine Graham’s legacy continues on through Graham Media Group
Read full article: Women’s History Month: Katharine Graham’s legacy continues on through Graham Media GroupThe movie "The Post" has several stellar actors, but it's the story the movie tells -- the life of Katharine -- that we believe led to its Oscar nomination for best picture.
‘I’m a believer in sharing these stories:’ Central Florida historian shares her story for Women’s History Month
Read full article: ‘I’m a believer in sharing these stories:’ Central Florida historian shares her story for Women’s History MonthYou can call her a walking history book. Born and raised in Apopka, Francina Boykin said her mission is to continue educating about the historical events that have occurred right in our backyard.
First woman to join Seminole County Sheriff’s Office dive team inspiring others to follow suit
Read full article: First woman to join Seminole County Sheriff’s Office dive team inspiring others to follow suitJennifer Mead knew early on she wanted to join the Seminole County Sheriff's Office Underwater Search and Recovery Unit.
‘You can overcome anything:’ Orange County firefighter shares how rough childhood led her to career path
Read full article: ‘You can overcome anything:’ Orange County firefighter shares how rough childhood led her to career pathFor Orange County firefighter Shannon Zielonka, saving lives is more than just a job.
This is how International Women’s Day came into existence, and how it’s celebrated around the globe
Read full article: This is how International Women’s Day came into existence, and how it’s celebrated around the globeInternational Women's Day is a day that recognizes and upholds the achievements of women around the world, as well as promotes gender equality.
Orlando teen invents device with potential to help 2.2 billion people
Read full article: Orlando teen invents device with potential to help 2.2 billion peopleAt age 16, most kids are thinking about getting their driver’s license or making TikToks, except for Tiffani Gay who is focused on changing the world with her award-winning invention.
WATCH: News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh accepts prestigious Gracie Award
Read full article: WATCH: News 6 Sports Director Jamie Seh accepts prestigious Gracie AwardThe Gracie Awards “recognize exemplary programming created by women, for women and about women in all facets of media and entertainment.”
From Star Wars to Her Universe, Ashley Eckstein helps break barriers for women in fandom
Read full article: From Star Wars to Her Universe, Ashley Eckstein helps break barriers for women in fandomAshley Eckstein took her love of Star Wars and created a profitable business geared toward women when people told her it couldn't be done.
‘I coach like any other coach:’ Long-standing female baseball coach plays vital role in Oviedo program
Read full article: ‘I coach like any other coach:’ Long-standing female baseball coach plays vital role in Oviedo programAssistant coach Karen Thompson is vital part of the program for the Oviedo Lions
Foghat band manager Linda Arcello-Earl among few women in music to hold a manager title
Read full article: Foghat band manager Linda Arcello-Earl among few women in music to hold a manager titleMen still dominate the music industry despite advocacy and activist efforts over the years. This goes for all areas in music from talent to producing, songwriting, management, you name it, these positions are held by more men than women.
Changing your hair to fit the mold: Florida TV veteran discusses shift in acceptance
Read full article: Changing your hair to fit the mold: Florida TV veteran discusses shift in acceptanceAnnetta Wilson shattered glass ceilings in the television market by becoming the first African American evening news anchor in 1980.
Marion County 6th grader breaking barriers in STEM, science experiment selected to be flown into space
Read full article: Marion County 6th grader breaking barriers in STEM, science experiment selected to be flown into spaceAs Women’s History Month is underway, two teachers are hoping to get results by showcasing one sixth grader’s attempt in making history after she was selected to have her science experiment flown to space.
‘One day at a time:’ Central Florida medical technologist looks back at 50-year career
Read full article: ‘One day at a time:’ Central Florida medical technologist looks back at 50-year careerPheloicsa Bostick has worked at what’s now known as Health First's Holmes Regional Medical Center for half a century.
Meet the 1st Black woman to ever lead the Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers
Read full article: Meet the 1st Black woman to ever lead the Central Florida Association for Women LawyersNequosha Anderson was recently selected as the president-elect to soon run the Central Florida Association for Women Lawyers.
Orlando teen invents device with potential to help 2.2 billion people
Read full article: Orlando teen invents device with potential to help 2.2 billion peopleAt age 16, most kids are thinking about getting their driver’s license or making TikToks, except for Tiffani Gay who is focused on changing the world with her award-winning invention.
One of the first female Clinical Education Specialist at Health First in Brevard County shares her story
Read full article: One of the first female Clinical Education Specialist at Health First in Brevard County shares her storyKaren Thomas was one of the first female Clinical Education Specialists at Health First.
Almost a quarter of Orlando homebuyers are female, report says
Read full article: Almost a quarter of Orlando homebuyers are female, report saysA new report from Inspection Service Network, which provides property inspection software services, puts Orlando in the top 20 most female homebuyers in the United States, along with Miami, Tampa.
Want to close the gender wage gap? Enact paid family leave, experts say
Read full article: Want to close the gender wage gap? Enact paid family leave, experts sayA gender pay gap exists between men and women in America, but among younger women, a new study finds that gap narrows, at least for a time.
‘I love being a trooper:’ Longtime Florida Highway Patrol spokesperson talks about career as she nears retirement
Read full article: ‘I love being a trooper:’ Longtime Florida Highway Patrol spokesperson talks about career as she nears retirementLt. Kim Montes discusses nearly 30-year career and what life after the highway patrol has in store
How much do you know about some of the most famous women in history?
Read full article: How much do you know about some of the most famous women in history?March marks Women’s History Month, and the world has spent the past few weeks highlighting and remembering some of the most famous achievements by women throughout the course of history.
Florida Foodie: Social media success takes Phat Ash Bakes from home business to brick-and-mortar
Read full article: Florida Foodie: Social media success takes Phat Ash Bakes from home business to brick-and-mortarAshley D'Acunto says she has always enjoyed baking for fun, but when the pandemic hit she suddenly found herself with more time on her hands.
15 women-founded products we could all use in our lives
Read full article: 15 women-founded products we could all use in our livesWhether it’s relaxing, getting in a much-needed workout or being productive, as women, it’s nice to take that break for ourselves when we’re able -- even if we have to make the time.
Rollins College professor inspires female students through education, entrepreneurship
Read full article: Rollins College professor inspires female students through education, entrepreneurshipNews 6 hears from Dr. Mary Conway Dato-On, the first female faculty president at the Crummer Graduate School of Business
Aviatrix Jackie Cochran is the most fascinating woman you’ve never heard of
Read full article: Aviatrix Jackie Cochran is the most fascinating woman you’ve never heard ofJacqueline Cochran was a record-breaking aviatrix, entrepreneur and political mover and shaker who was close enough with President Lindon B. Johnson he refused to let her call him Mr. President.
Katharine Graham’s legacy continues living through Graham Media Group
Read full article: Katharine Graham’s legacy continues living through Graham Media GroupThe movie "The Post" has several stellar actors, but it's the story the movie tells -- the life of Katharine -- that we believe led to its Oscar nomination for best picture.
Smithsonian to show 120 orange statues of female scientists
Read full article: Smithsonian to show 120 orange statues of female scientistsThe Smithsonian will commemorate Women’s History Month in March by displaying 120 3D-printed statues depicting women who have excelled in the fields of science and technology.
Fighting hair discrimination in Florida, lawmakers work to pass legislation
Read full article: Fighting hair discrimination in Florida, lawmakers work to pass legislation“If we look at what the American standard of beauty is, it’s not Black hair,” said Stamper’s client, Claire Truth. It stands for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair. AdResearch from Dove shows a Black woman is 80% more likely to change her hair to meet social expectations at work. So far, The Crown Act is law in seven states including California, New York, Colorado, Washington, Virginia, Maryland and New Jersey. Dove and the Crown Coalition worked with Democratic Sen. Holly Mitchell in California to introduce the first Crown Act in 2019.
Community honors life of Helen Williams Bronson, first lady of Bethune-Cookman University
Read full article: Community honors life of Helen Williams Bronson, first lady of Bethune-Cookman UniversityHelen Williams Bronson, known as the first lady of Bethune-Cookman University, passed away on March 5. (Bethune-Cookman University BCU Marketing)DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Loved ones, friends and an entire university community are remembering a woman of grace and elegance who leaves a huge legacy behind. Known as the first lady of Bethune-Cookman University and the curator of the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation, Helen Williams Bronson, passed away from natural causes on March 5. In addition, Dr. Bronson was a pastor and his wife was the first lady. This scholarship provides tuition assistance to well-deserving undergraduate students at Bethune-Cookman University.
‘Fly Like a Girl’ documentary helps inspire next generation of female aviators
Read full article: ‘Fly Like a Girl’ documentary helps inspire next generation of female aviatorsLAKELAND, Fla. – In a field currently dominated by men, one Florida film is encouraging young girls and women to fly to new heights by telling the stories of passionate female aviators and showcasing the next generation aspiring to be one of them. Wiatt remembers when Central Florida organization Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo came to her school to do a presentation and a female pilot came along. She is also among the extraordinary group of diverse girls and women pushing for representation in the aviation industry. And I think women especially are really created to be hard workers and to do the hard stuff. For more stories celebrating local Florida women and their legacies, check out clickorlando.com’s Women’s History Month section.
‘I don’t think I’ll be the last:’ Meet Florida’s first Black female winemaker
Read full article: ‘I don’t think I’ll be the last:’ Meet Florida’s first Black female winemakerFlorida’s first Black female vintner said her family’s love story inspired her to start her own wine company. Her name was Celestine Noisette,” she said. AdThere are three Mermosa wines currently available. She is the first Black female wine owner in the state of Florida. Follow Mermosa on Instagram for information on future bottle signings and events in Central Florida.
Trailblazing Majors retire, continue serving Ocala community without badge
Read full article: Trailblazing Majors retire, continue serving Ocala community without badgeTara Woods saw an ad for an Ocala Community Service Officer at a church in 1990. “It was a great way to give back to the community I grew up in.”Retired Maj. Tara Woods with Ocala Police (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) Retired Maj. Robin Ford with Ocala Police (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) Twenty-two days later both Woods and Ford are back serving their community as civilians. Retired Maj. Robin Ford (left) & Retired Maj. Tara Woods (right) (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)
11 women who should already be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Read full article: 11 women who should already be in the Rock & Roll Hall of FameWhile the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is known for celebrating excellence in music history, it’s not know for celebrating musicians of a certain category: Women.
How one Lakeland-native found her path in the music industry
Read full article: How one Lakeland-native found her path in the music industryI can’t sing, I’m not a great guitar player, I do have guitars, I’m not amazing in that way,” the VEVA Sound president said. “And the whole back end of of the music industry is something I didn’t know about, and something I went to school for. What’s that?’”Now Fairchild, who grew up near Lakeland, is the president of music technology company VEVA Sound. AdThe Nashville music executive said there are plenty of careers in the music industry that don’t involve having a musical ability you typically think of in your favorite artists, including songwriting and sound engineering. There is always room to carve a path in the music industry for any up and coming professionals.
These women have won the most medals in Olympic history
Read full article: These women have won the most medals in Olympic historyThe title of the most-decorated athlete ever belongs to United States swimmer Michael Phelps, who won 28 medals competing in five different Summer Olympics from 2000 to 2016. But there are so many highly decorated female Olympians, too.
43 years ago, Sandra Day O’Connor blazed a historic trail for women in the legal profession
Read full article: 43 years ago, Sandra Day O’Connor blazed a historic trail for women in the legal professionSandra Day O’Connor not only had a degree from one of the most prestigious universities in the world -- Stanford University in California -- but also a law degree she earned from the same institution in just two years.
Brevard County teen among first, historic group of girls to reach Eagle Scout
Read full article: Brevard County teen among first, historic group of girls to reach Eagle ScoutBREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – At 16, Rebecca DeVoid made history by being part of the first group of girls in the country to earn their Eagle Scout badge. If I can become an Eagle Scout, what can I not do?” DeVoid said. The father recalled taking his two girls to Boy Scout meetings and events, adding it’s no easy task to earn an Eagle Scout badge. “It really helped me to become a better leader, learn more about myself, about the world,” Rebecca DeVoid said. Eagle Scout Rebecca DeVoid's rainwater collection system at Erna Nixon Park (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)
Building a business: How one female CEO turned difficult pregnancies into opportunity
Read full article: Building a business: How one female CEO turned difficult pregnancies into opportunityFor Pink Stork founder and CEO Amy Upchurch, the need was her own struggle with difficult pregnancies after she found out she was pregnant with her fourth child. “I knew what it felt like to be struggling and hurting and looking for something, anything, like a miracle, ‘What would make me feel better?’” Upchurch said. So, long story short, Pink Stork was born in 2015.”Upchurch now has five children and her company, based in St. Augustine, includes 50 employees. Pink Stork also has an online platform geared toward supporting women through community. Because if you stop now, you’re not going to make it to the other side.
‘I saw the need of the people:’ Ocala’s first Black councilwoman reflects on being a voice for the city
Read full article: ‘I saw the need of the people:’ Ocala’s first Black councilwoman reflects on being a voice for the cityOCALA, Fla. – At the young age of 80, Mary Sue Rich left her post on the Ocala City Council after serving for 24 years. At the young age of 80, Mary Sue Rich left her post on the Ocala City Council after serving for 24 years. At the young age of 80, Mary Sue Rich left her post on the Ocala City Council after serving for 24 years. Rendering of Mary Sue Rich Community Center (Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.) AdThe Mary Sue Rich Community Center is expected to be completed in 2022.
First female Chief Judge elected to Ninth Judicial Circuit
Read full article: First female Chief Judge elected to Ninth Judicial CircuitThe Honorable Lisa T. Munyon will make history this summer as the first female Chief Judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit. “I am truly humbled by the support of my colleagues,” Chief Judge-Elect Munyon said. Together, the judges of this circuit will continue to serve our community well.”AdWe are pleased to announce that the Honorable Lisa T. Munyon has been elected as the first female Chief Judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit. pic.twitter.com/E4JrWfdsdZ — Ninth Circuit Court of FL (@NinthCircuitFL) February 10, 2021According to a release from the Ninth Judicial Circuit, Chief Judge-Elect Munyon is a double Gator, receiving both her undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Florida. Chief Judge-Elect Munyon will assume her new role on July 1 and succeeds the Honorable Donald A. Myers, Jr.
News 6 honors Women’s History Month
Read full article: News 6 honors Women’s History MonthWomen’s History Month initially started as a week, but it grew out of a celebration recognized by the school district in Sonoma, California, in 1978, according to History.com. Their goal was to highlight women’s contributions to culture, history and society that were long unrecognized in education. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter designated the week of March 8 as National Women’s History Week via presidential proclamation. Congress followed suit in 1981, and then in 1987, the National Women’s History Project was successful in getting Congress to expand it to the entire month of March. Enter your email address below, and then tell us about your favorite woman in local history-- she can either have made history or currently be making history.
31 photos you’ve probably never seen, showing Harriet Tubman, Underground Railroad history
Read full article: 31 photos you’ve probably never seen, showing Harriet Tubman, Underground Railroad historyHarriet Tubman did so much for others -- she escaped slavery and went on to become a leading abolitionist, leading enslaved people to freedom along the route of the Underground Railroad.