News

April 10, 2026

Windermere Legacy Fund launches community initiative

The Legacy Fund is hosting a food drive benefiting the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida during the town's Food Truck Night Friday, April 24.

April 10, 2026

CFX to close State Road 429 throughout April 12-16

The road and ramp closures are associated with the new State Road 516.

April 9, 2026

Dr. Phillips High student arrested for bringing handgun to school

Joshua Brown, a 17-year-old, was arrested Thursday, April 9, after police were notified he had a gun in his possession.

April 9, 2026

Orlando Health hosted its second-annual 407 Day

Orlando Health, along with local businesses, community members and sports partners, came together to serve communities in Orange and Osceola counties.

April 8, 2026

Orlando Health will be participating in a mass casualty exercise

Anyone who sees activity around Orlando Health hospitals between 8 a.m. and noon Thursday, April 9, should know it only is an exercise.

April 8, 2026

Ward Trail will make Windermere safer

Construction has begun on Phase 1 of the Windermere Ward Trail, a path to provide a wider, safer route to Windermere Elementary.

April 8, 2026

Man attacked on S.R. 429 near Horizon West

Hans Hamilton of Davenport was attacked Monday, March 30, after attempting to help a supposed victim on the ground.

April 7, 2026

Beck Brothers Blueberries U-pick open for 2026 season

The blueberry farm will open back up Thursday, April 9, and Friday, April 10.

April 6, 2026

Orange County to close portion of Main Street in downtown Windermere

There will be a temporary road closure at 720 Main St. from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 7.

April 6, 2026

Road work to take place in downtown Windermere

Work will continue on Second, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth avenues; Third, Bessie and Butler streets; and East Boulevard.

April 6, 2026

Orange County Commissioners to discuss zoning tobacco shops

The discussion will take place during the Board of County Commissioners meeting at 9 a.m., Tuesday, April 7.

April 6, 2026

Burn ban in effect in Orange County

The burn ban will remain in effect until the drought index dips below 500 Keetch-Byram Drought Index for seven consecutive days.

April 3, 2026

Man attacked on S.R. 429 after attempting to provide assistance

Hans Hamilton from Davenport was brutally beaten by Daniel Coman after he attempted to help Coman with his car.

April 2, 2026

3Natives at Flamingo Crossings now open

The store opened its doors to the public Tuesday, March 31, and is located at 140 Sugar Belle Drive, Suite D, Winter Garden.

April 1, 2026

Windermere Prep proposes new campus

Windermere Preparatory School’s new elementary campus, proposed to be built at 15765 New Independence Parkway, has some Horizon West residents worried how it will affect their community.