Women's History Month

‘Jump in, dive in:’ Disney chef chocolatier shares ingredients about her career

They say it all started with a mouse, but for Amanda Lauder, it started with a cookbook in the third grade and that's when she realized she was meant to be in the kitchen.

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.

‘A wing and a prayer:’ 2 women behind Playalinda Brewing credit Titusville community for success

Playalinda Brewing Company opened its first location in Titusville’s historic district in November 2014, making it the first microbrewery in the area.

‘Representation matters:’ Orlando Magic executive describes changes seen in sports over the years

Women working in professional sports is changing sports culture and society in general.

A life in public service: Orlando commissioner Patty Sheehan looks back at political career

In 2000, and at 38 years old, Patty Sheehan was elected commissioner for District 4 of Orlando and became the first openly gay city commissioner.

‘Black Women on Boards’ working to increase diversity in boardrooms

"The more diversity, the better performance" says organization

11 women who should already be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

While 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.

A golden friendship on and off the ice for Ocala speedskaters

Two local Olympic champions show the world what it means to have someone's back

Take a look inside Orlando’s all-inclusive LGBTQ, women’s health care centers

26Health is a nonprofit health care group based in Orlando that focuses on meeting the needs of women and allies within the LGBTQ community.

Leesburg High School students celebrate Women’s History Month at suffrage reenactment

Leesburg High School students celebrated Women’s History Month by attending an important reenactment. First-year teacher Jacob Finegan learned about a women’s suffrage procession reenactment happening in The Villages, and immediately knew he wanted his students to experience it firsthand.

Florida Foodie: Social media success takes Phat Ash Bakes from home business to brick-and-mortar

Ashley 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.

Tampa author highlights history of Florida’s female trailblazers in ‘They Dared to Dream’

Doris Weatherford earned her place in the Sunshine State’s hallowed hall of women’s history by chronicling it, documenting everything from the achievements of Florida’s pre-colonial, Native American women to matriarchs championing the 19th amendment to women reaching for the stars in space travel.

With help from historical figures to Disney princesses, UCF program inspires women leaders

The Inspire Women’s Leadership Program focuses on topics related to the enhancement and empowerment of women in leadership.

Co-business owner in Daytona Beach aids in domestic violence resources with signs

One Daytona Beach female co-business owner is making strides to help out her community- one graphic flyer at a time.

Daytona’s first female UPS driver delivers packages for 28 years without an accident

Safe-driving achievement has Janis Bailey joining elite group within UPS

The woman behind Orlando Science Center’s mission of equality, inclusion and diversity

In 2009, JoAnn Newman was named CEO and president of the center, spearheading diverse programs to inspire young women and nurture a culture of inclusivity, equality and diversity.

‘Lift your neighbor:’ Florida doctor discusses women’s impact in the operating room

In a time where women became nurses and men became doctors, Dr. Claudia Mason began her career as a gynecologist.

Two women are blazing new trails in NASCAR

Women are taking over new roles in the male-dominated sport of racecar driving

New sponsorship program aims to help a woman win the Daytona 500

'Accelerate Her' program from Busch Light sponsors seven female drivers

Navy squadron features 5 female pilots

Meet the women of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 213, the Fighting Blacklions.

Women’s History Month: Words of wisdom to inspire the next generation of female leaders

A list of quotes from throughout history to honor the achievements of strong women past and those to come

10 films to inspire you this Women’s History Month

Experience and honor the achievements of women through cinematic adventure

Woman plans to fly passengers to space with balloon

A local woman has her sights set on the sky and she wants to take you with her.

Rollins College professor inspires female students through education, entrepreneurship

News 6 hears from Dr. Mary Conway Dato-On, the first female faculty president at the Crummer Graduate School of Business

Girl Scouts of Citrus prepares to open Florida’s 1st dedicated women’s history, cultural center

March is dedicated to Women’s History Month and the Girl Scouts of Citrus will honor women in a special way this year.

‘Celebrate HER Story’ at Walt Disney World highlights Women’s History Month

Walt Disney World Resort is honoring and celebrating Women’s History Month with the return of its popular ‘Celebrate HER Story’ experiences.

🔓‘Queen of the Keys’ Lillette Jenkins-Wisner holds 80+ year legacy

She was an internationally renowned pianist and vocalist, who was well before her time, not only in the music world but in business as well, at a time when Black women rarely accomplished in what she did.

These women have won the most medals in Olympic history

The 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.

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