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In-depth stories from Jewish life in Central Florida. · 291 stories
Good Gluck
With the help of a supportive community, the Gluck sisters are spreading happiness to those in need, both young and old
A Site for Sore Eyes
A local project gives the community a resource on the virus and its impact.
Teen Spirit
Local young adults are stepping up to help their neighbors as the pandemic wears on
Rick's Wizarding World
Check out the surprisingly local ties to the famous Harlem Wizards basketball team
A Voice in the Dark
With roots in the local Jewish community, this popular group of singers is finding new ways to survive and thrive
Santa's Jewish Helper
It may sound odd, but it’s true, and countless disadvantaged students at Winter Park High School are so glad it is
The Zooming 39ers
It’s not easy getting a bunch of seniors to connect via Zoom, but for this JCC staffer, it’s as essential as it is satisfying
Meals with Jonathan
A local dad’s delicious way to help his son socialize and build autism awareness.
A Toast to Toasted
What began as a scramble to survive has become a mission to serve for the team behind the Toasted food truck
Nancy with the Smiling Face
Local women battling postpartum depression have a new homegrown resource that is here to help
An Artist by Design
This interior designer by trade is an up-and-coming star in the Central Florida arts scene
A New Hope
A local family’s generosity is helping area students who’ve suffered unthinkable loss
Strong as the Wall
Dr. Peter Gold, first featured in J Life in 2017, keeps inspiring.
Meet the Jewish Press
Meet the Jewish TV news, weather, and sports pros who happily work on Christmas.
They're BA-ACK
They grew up here, left, and came back to plant roots. Meet your new(ish) neighbors.
Sweet Victory
A self-taught local baker competes on the show Chopped Sweets.
This Girl is on Fire
Local grad Blayze Teicher earns a prestigious directing fellowship at a pivotal time in the entertainment industry
Goy Vey!
Talia Osteen earns rave reviews for her hilarious short film, The Shabbos Goy.
Meet 2020's Artist of the Year
Zenspirations artist Joanne Fink is Seminole County’s 2020 Artist of the Year.
A Star is Born
At 12, actor Jacob Laval knew exactly what he wanted to do: work, right away.
The Mask Making Maven
J Life’s own Jill Cousins joins the ranks of Central Florida’s sewing soldiers.
The Accidental Baker
He endured prejudice and pain, but the man behind Central Florida’s favorite challah bread reflects on his career with sweet satisfaction.
Our Roots Run Deep
A local organization helps you trace your Jewish family’s history.