Kids House represents hope for victims of child abuse

A safe haven for children in need is just around the corner in Seminole County. Kids House provides services for survivors of abuse.

Family of Good Samaritan killed during hit-and-run thank church, community for support

The family of a Good Samaritan who was killed in a hit-and-run continues to grieve but stopped by their church on Friday to show their appreciation of all the support they've received. Their GoFundMe raised $53,000.

Sanford church helps family of Good Samaritan killed helping motorcyclist in hit-and-run

A family is mourning the loss of a mother of four after she was run over and killed while helping a motorcyclist who had been side-swiped by a car. The woman was a volunteer at a Sanford church and often helped others. Now, the church is helping her family.

Authorities prepare for expanded vaccine eligibility

Florida's vaccine eligibility timeline is speeding up, and anyone 40 and older can get a shot starting on Monday. Anyone under the age of 40 won't have to wait much longer. Authorities are preparing for more appointments and hope to meet the demand.

Lake Mary Police training to help mentally ill get long-term help

The Lake Mary Police Department has launched the Mental Health Intervention Group to help people they encounter who are suffering from mental problems.

Assisted living facility getting back to normal, visitors welcome

One assisted living facility in Seminole County is celebrating its reopening. Every in-house resident at the Watermark at VistaWilla received their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine back in February. On Wednesday, it was the first time in a year that the residents were able to gather outside for a live concert.

Law enforcement, faith leaders discuss rise in overdose deaths
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An organization called Project Opioid held a discussion at Majestic Life Church, an African American church in Orlando on Wednesday.

Nursing homes getting back to normal after vaccinations
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One assisted living facility in Seminole County is celebrating its reopening. Every in-house resident at the Watermark at VistaWilla received their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine back in February. On Wednesday, it was the first time in a year that the residents were able to gather outside for a live concert.

Lake Mary Police training to help mentally ill get long-term help
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The Lake Mary Police Department has launched the Mental Health Intervention Group to help people they encounter who are suffering from mental problems.

Seminole County School Board approves Beamon's contract
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The Seminole County School Board voted Tuesday to approve a contract with Serita Beamon to become the district?s next superintendent. The vote came after several people spoke during public comment asking for the process to start over. The board ended up voting 4-1 to approve the contract with Beamon.