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Leticia Silva
March 19, 2026

Structural instability prompts residents to evacuate in Dr. Phillips

More than 350 residents were evacuated from The Rialto apartments in the early morning of Thursday, March 19.

Southwest Orange

Liz Ramos
March 19, 2026

Ocoee issues precautionary boil water notice

The notice is for six streets: Leslie Ann Lane, Nicole Boulevard, Marlene Drive, Joan Lee Lane, Armada Court and Ruth Jordana Court.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By Observer Staff
March 19, 2026

Orange, Lake counties partner for new tag, title office

The office is located on U.S. 27 in the Four Corners area. Residents of both counties can utilize services.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
March 18, 2026

Crooked Can to give out Orlando Magic tickets

Crooked Can guests will receive free tickets to an Orlando Magic game with the purchase of a 16-ounce can of beer.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
March 18, 2026

ONP to host firefly self-guided hike

Starting Friday, March 20, Oakland Nature Preserve will be hosting self-guided hikes to look at fireflies.

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Leticia Silva
March 18, 2026

OCOM partners with Shepherd's Hope

Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine students give back to the community on a larger scale while working with families once per month at Shepherd’s Hope.

Southwest Orange

Leticia Silva
March 18, 2026

Harlow Grove Restaurant & Lounge now open

A two-story restaurant and lounge opened its doors in Winter Garden Wednesday, March 11.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
March 18, 2026

Orlando Pen Club: bringing stationery aficionados together

The Orlando Pen Club was created in 2023 and has since seen a tenfold increase in enthusiasts.

Southwest Orange

Justice Covert
March 18, 2026

Could more houses be constructed in Southwest Orange?

Orange County staff held a community meeting to discuss the rezoning request to construct 51 homes at 1955 S. Apopka-Vineland Road.

Southwest Orange
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Liz Ramos
March 18, 2026

Church proposed for Winter Garden

Winter Garden City Commission approved first readings of ordinances to allow for the construction of a church at East Crown Point and East Fullers Cross Road.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Justice Covert
March 18, 2026

Windermere Town Council declines boathouse offer, counteroffer

The Windermere Town Council voted down the boathouse residents’ offer and the town’s counteroffer to settle the years-long litigation, instead moving toward a shade meeting to discuss further options.