A voyage through this archipelago is a glimpse into an ancient magical world Almost 200 years ago, a curious 22-year-old English scientist set foot upon San Cristobal Island, several hundred miles off the shores of Ecuador. Over the next five weeks, he spent his days in awe, studying hordes of black dragons, giant ambling tortoises … Continue reading Worth the Trip: The Galapagos
Teen suicide is a growing epidemic here and across the country It’s a hot Tuesday morning this past September, and Cindy Nadelbach has set out a spread of doughnut holes, coffee, and yellow ribbons and bracelets. It’s National Suicide Prevention Day, and she’s at Jaycee Park in Boynton Beach to unveil a brand-new park bench. … Continue reading A Word in the Dark
Eight scarves, two jackets, three socks, deodorant, a needle and spoon, four cigarette butts, and a restraining order from his mother. Brandon Novak remembers exactly what he owned when he was 35 and homeless. He doesn’t remember the first time he tried cocaine and heroin, just that when he was 17 his star had fallen … Continue reading From Ramps to Rehab: Brandon Novak’s Fall and Rise
You’ve already seen the construction going on at CityPlace in West Palm Beach, but there’s much more to come in the next five years. The shopping and entertainment center announced that it will be rebranding to Rosemary Square, as well as its plan for a five-year, $550 million renovation. According to a release from CityPlace, it … Continue reading CityPlace is Getting a New Name and a $550M Makeover
“Bear on the left!” a spotter calls out. The guests aboard the train clamor to the left, their eyes to the glass and cameras and cell phones in hand. Those down below on the landing between passenger cars stick their heads out, the wind whipping through their hands as they look for the sneaky beast. “There he is!” It’s … Continue reading Rattle and Hum: Explore the Canadian Rockies by Train
The nasty secret of human trafficking in South Florida is out—here is one woman’s story, and what local lawmakers are doing about it. Cindy Alvarado was actually at a graduation party. It was a rare night that she was not turning tricks—but she was tired. Empty. Going through the motions. She recalls the exact moment her pimp, “Grace,” rounded the … Continue reading Of Human Bondage