YEAR IN PHOTOS: August 2020

Convalescent plasma is used as part of the treatment regimen for many COVID-19 patients. Published Aug. 27, 2020.

Although it literally rained on their parade, that didn’t stop staff and students at Castleview Elementary’s back-to-school car parade Friday, Aug. 21. Published Aug. 27, 2020.

West Orange High School’s seniors were able to feel some sense of normalcy return Saturday, Aug. 15, as they took the time to bring their creativity to life through painting their parking spots.

Schools throughout West Orange began the school year with multiple learning options. Some students went back face-to-face, while others attended classes virtually. Teachers also had to learn how to conduct classes in a new way.

After an attacker killed John and James Savey and hospitalized Lisa Savey in the hospital, residents did what they could to help. From left: John Savey, James Savey and Mason Cardy. Published Aug. 6, 2020.

Windermere High senior Caleb Foarde began the school year from home as he continued his cancer battle. Published Aug. 6, 2020.

Ocoee resident and longtime Disney entertainer Billy Flanigan has biked thousands of miles to bring smiles to his friends’ faces during the pandemic. Published Aug. 13, 2020.

Winter Garden resident Bella Brown’s 10th birthday was complete with a red carpet, horse-drawn carriage, city proclamation and a special guest. Published Aug. 13, 2020.

At a time when people were furloughed or laid off, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church served meals to those in the entertainment community. Published Aug. 6, 2020.

Brielle Porter is the creator of SudsUpSoaps, which sells handmade soaps with names such as Orange Creamsicle, Jelly Gems and Hipster Tie Dye. Published Aug. 27, 2020.

Summerlake Elementary became the newest school in West Orange — and the only one to have opened during a global pandemic. Published Aug. 20, 2020.

Winter Garden resident Ted Van Deventer — U.S. Army colonel, judge, Rotarian and volunteer — spent his life in service to others. He died Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2020. He was 93. Published Aug. 20, 2020.

After six years, the Windermere Police Foundation reached its milestone investment goal of $100,000 to establish a scholarship fund in fallen Officer Robbie German’s honor. Published Aug. 27, 2020.