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Annabelle Sikes
July 5, 2024

Meet Orange County's supervisor of elections

Ocoee resident Glen Gilzean, appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in March, is the first black supervisor of elections in Orange County.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: Ocoee’s police department vs. parks and rec basketball game

With the help of the Orlando Magic and GROW Healthy Kids, the two city departments faced off in a game for Ocoee department superiority while giving away free basketballs to those in attendance.

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Game Film

Sam Albuquerque
July 4, 2024

Former West Orange High athlete Russell Robinson qualifies for USA track and field Olympic team

The current University of Miami athlete is the reigning men's triple jump national champion, and with his second-place finish at the Olympic trials, he's qualified for the Paris Olympics.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 4, 2024

County designates Lake Avalon Rural Preservation District

The commission voted unanimously Tuesday, June 4, to adopt an ordinance officially recognizing the Lake Avalon Rural Preservation District.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 4, 2024

Orlando QB Shootout, Battle in the Pit camps return to West Orange

The combined quarterback, skill position and linemen camp/competition is returning for a fourth year to Central Florida Christian Academy Saturday, July 13.

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Youth Sports

Sam Albuquerque
July 3, 2024

Danny Stutsman, former Foundation football standout, named preseason All-American

The current Oklahoma Sooner was named to the 2024 Walter Camp preseason first-team All-American team.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 3, 2024

Former West Orange High baseball player Doug Nikhazy one step closer to MLB dream

After being drafted in the second round to the Cleveland Guardians in 2021, the former Ole Miss pitcher received a call-up to AAA.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 3, 2024

CFX road closures planned for S.R. 429, Stoneybrook West Parkway

The contractor will continue setting panels at the noise wall along the southbound Stoneybrook West Parkway, adjacent to the Stoneybrook West community, during the week of July 7.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 3, 2024

City dedicates park in honor of 91-year-old community advocate

Winter Garden hosted a Juneteenth community celebration where the Charlie Mae Wilder Park was dedicated, named after the longtime east Winter Garden resident.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 3, 2024

Former Windermere Prep star Mia Williams reflects on first softball season at UF, mentoring area players

After committing to Florida as a seventh-grader, Mia Williams finally achieved her dream of playing softball for the Gators. Now, she’s using her experience to mentor the area’s next stars.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 2, 2024

Athlete of the Week: David Hwang, Foundation Academy baseball

For the second consecutive summer, Foundation Academy baseball’s David Hwang spent time serving, coaching kids in the Dominican Republic.

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Athlete of the Week

Amy Quesinberry Price
July 2, 2024

Submit your questions for OMG's Orange County Commission District 1 debate

Observer Media Group and presenting sponsor Orlando Health are hosting a political debate July 31, and residents are invited to participate and ask questions of the candidates running for Orange County Commission District 1.