Orlando, Fla.- Australian golfer Sarah-Jane Kenyon, 24, is the newest addition to the 2009 LPGA Tour and also the new Athletes for Awareness Spokeswoman for the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune digestive disease that damages the villi of the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People with this disease cannot eat glutton which is found in wheat.
Before Kenyon was diagnosed with Celiac her playing was presumably effected by the disease. In 2005 she went from a No. 10 ranking to 27th in 2006 and 29th in 2007.
This year with her new coach Phil Ritson and new diet, her golfing has improved enough for a spot in the LPGA Tour. Kenyon said, “Phil has made a big change….Up until that point last year my golf was terrible. It improved slowly…but he has been a big help. I think the diet made a bit of a difference especially this year particularly”
When Kenyon found out she had Celiac disease she didn’t let it affect her golf career. She shrugged off the fact that she could no longer enjoy her favorite foods: bread and pasta, “There are some pretty good substitutes out there so it’s just a matter of finding them…. It’s not such a big deal. You just feel better not to eat it.” Kenyon said.
Raising awareness of Celiac disease is something Kenyon plans to do during the tour, “There is no awareness for it in America. It is especially important to me because my mom has it and I do as well so it is something we can work on.” During the tour Kenyon will wear the NFCA logo on her clothes and golf bag to help fans become aware of Celiac disease.
Monday, November 24, 2008
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Disney's Festival of the Masters
Orlando, Fla.- The annual Festival of the Masters took place this weekend Nov. 7-9, 2008 at Downtown Disney and featured over 150 award winning artists from across the nation.
Jana Worthington Volunteer Event Coordinator from Orlando said " It's the 33rd year of this event," and "It's a great event so keep coming out!"
There were many different mediums of art displayed at the festival this year. It ranged from traditional art such as painting and sculpture, to the Folk Art Festival at the House of Blues and the Street Painting Festival in Pleasure Island.
Artist Al Hubbard from Atlanta, Ga. said, "I've been doing this show for four years and it's been a good show economically for me." He displayed sculptures of bluesy guitars and said that he is "inspired by life itself, nature, music...that sort of thing." Hubbard says this show is important to him because, "I'm in the midst of a lot of folk art. My art is not necessarily folk art, it has a little similarity, but its mostly whimsical art. So I get a chance to meet the folk artists so its very good for me."
This year at the Festival of the Masters they are giving away over $40,000 in prize money. Jana Worthington said, "Judging is tonight [Nov. 8] at 5:30, there is an awards ceremony and they give out a 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place award." The first place winner is awarded $1,500 and other award categories include Best of Show with a $3,000 dollar award and Awards of merit with a $300 dollar award.
A spectator of the event Daniel Jones from Orlando said "This was my first year attending this event. I enjoyed the wide range of artists, local and nationally."
The crowd was kept entertained at this event with fun family activities thanks to LEGO Imagination Center, and the event sponsor Sharpie.
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Voting at the polls!
Orlando, Fla.- The polls buzzed with excitement today as people voted in what has been claimed one of the most important elections in history.
Lines were shorter than anticipated at some of the individual precincts in Orange County due to the record high number of early voters in this election.
"It's always wonderful to take advantage of the privileges we've been given," says Shannon Curre from Orlando.
This election has many important issues from financial issues to foreign policy.
Holly Ficker from Orlando says the most important issue in making her decision is "Health Care, because I'm broke."
The poll workers were very pleased by the easy prosses of voting that occured today.
In and out, your vote counts!
Lines were shorter than anticipated at some of the individual precincts in Orange County due to the record high number of early voters in this election.
"It's always wonderful to take advantage of the privileges we've been given," says Shannon Curre from Orlando.
This election has many important issues from financial issues to foreign policy.
Holly Ficker from Orlando says the most important issue in making her decision is "Health Care, because I'm broke."
The poll workers were very pleased by the easy prosses of voting that occured today.
In and out, your vote counts!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Portion Sizes
By: Leah Reidenbach
ORLANDO, Fla. – Nutritionist Meghan Murphy Van Camp, RD, LD/N spoke to college students on choosing the right portion sizes on Oct. 7, 2008 at 4:00pm in the UCF Recreation and Wellness center.
Van Camp used visual aids to show how to prepare the right amount of foods that lead to a healthier life style.
“There is a lot of miseducation when it comes to nutrition,” says Van Camp.
This free class offered at UCF helps students find out the facts behind nutritional myths.
“I got a lot of information regarding the change in my diet,” says Myrna Ramos from Oviedo.
Van Camp says that the one simple way for a college student to eat healthier is eat five fruits and vegetables a day and do not skip breakfast.
Rafael Grullon from Orlando said “It inspired me to eat a little healthier….It reaffirmed my beliefs.”
Van Camp hosts these free health classes every Monday and Tuesday in the UCF Wellness Center Classroom. For a schedule of her classes you can go to the UCF Health Services web page.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Nutritionist Meghan Murphy Van Camp, RD, LD/N spoke to college students on choosing the right portion sizes on Oct. 7, 2008 at 4:00pm in the UCF Recreation and Wellness center.
Van Camp used visual aids to show how to prepare the right amount of foods that lead to a healthier life style.
“There is a lot of miseducation when it comes to nutrition,” says Van Camp.
This free class offered at UCF helps students find out the facts behind nutritional myths.
“I got a lot of information regarding the change in my diet,” says Myrna Ramos from Oviedo.
Van Camp says that the one simple way for a college student to eat healthier is eat five fruits and vegetables a day and do not skip breakfast.
Rafael Grullon from Orlando said “It inspired me to eat a little healthier….It reaffirmed my beliefs.”
Van Camp hosts these free health classes every Monday and Tuesday in the UCF Wellness Center Classroom. For a schedule of her classes you can go to the UCF Health Services web page.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Seymour Hersh
Leah Reidenbach
Sept, 19 2008
Two hundred people came to see Pulitzer prize winning investigative journalist, Seymour Hersh talk at the Orange County Public Library’s annual An Evening with the Author.
Hersh captivated his audience during his two-hour speech. He left no doubt in the audience’s mind on how he felt about George W. Bush. He said that we are about to end the worst presidency this nation has ever seen and “ we have to do the best we can to make the change effective.”
In his speech Hersh also covered his recent travels to the Middle East including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, and Iran.
People who attended the event were amazed at how well Hersh spoke on politics and current events.
Joice Rabe from Orlando said, “He gave me courage to be vocal about my convictions.” Rollins College Professor Clay Singleton and his wife Kathy from Ocoee both agree, “It’s nice to hear from someone who has talked to all these people.” Referring to the connections that Hersh has in the military and the government.
Hersh gave his opinion on McCain’s choice of Vice President, “I think it’s an insult to the United States of America.” He says the only reason he chose Palin was because, “McCain was dead in the water.”
Caroline Ragans from Orlando said, “ I think it was the most provocative discussion in Orlando…. He brings in a broader world view than what we are usually exposed to.”
Sept, 19 2008
Two hundred people came to see Pulitzer prize winning investigative journalist, Seymour Hersh talk at the Orange County Public Library’s annual An Evening with the Author.
Hersh captivated his audience during his two-hour speech. He left no doubt in the audience’s mind on how he felt about George W. Bush. He said that we are about to end the worst presidency this nation has ever seen and “ we have to do the best we can to make the change effective.”
In his speech Hersh also covered his recent travels to the Middle East including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, and Iran.
People who attended the event were amazed at how well Hersh spoke on politics and current events.
Joice Rabe from Orlando said, “He gave me courage to be vocal about my convictions.” Rollins College Professor Clay Singleton and his wife Kathy from Ocoee both agree, “It’s nice to hear from someone who has talked to all these people.” Referring to the connections that Hersh has in the military and the government.
Hersh gave his opinion on McCain’s choice of Vice President, “I think it’s an insult to the United States of America.” He says the only reason he chose Palin was because, “McCain was dead in the water.”
Caroline Ragans from Orlando said, “ I think it was the most provocative discussion in Orlando…. He brings in a broader world view than what we are usually exposed to.”
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