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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 2, 2024

Oakland drafts proposed 2024-25 budget

The Oakland town manager also presented a five-year capital improvement plan during the commission’s June 25 budget workshop.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 2, 2024

Winter Garden resident shares business success story with thousands

Juan Rodriguez was recognized for the success of his entrepreneur-led health and wellness business during Plexus Worldwide’s 2024 Velocity Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 2, 2024

Lesa Boettcher leaving Healthy West Orange

Lesa Boettcher is leaving Healthy West Orange, and her successor is Krista Carter, a longtime West Orange County resident who already is familiar with the nonprofit movement and its goal to be the healthiest community in the nation.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 1, 2024

Winter Garden hosting Christmas in July toy drive

The city is asking the community to help lift the spirits of children at local hospitals by donating new, unwrapped toys, games or books.

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Sam Albuquerque
June 29, 2024

PHOTOS: Annual Independence Firework Spectacular in Horizon West

The Independence Village in Horizon West kicked off the Fourth of July celebrations with its annual fireworks event.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
June 28, 2024

Sidewalk improvements coming to West Orange County

Four projects on Orange County's Public Works Departments' construction list are in District 1.

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Sam Albuquerque
June 28, 2024

The First Academy announces Alan Kunkel as new baseball coach

Royals baseball's new coach comes to Orlando from the University of South Florida, where he served as the Bulls' associate head coach and recruiting coordinator.

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Sam Albuquerque
June 28, 2024

PHOTOS: OARS hosts Learn to Row camp

From kids starting middle school to rising seniors, Orlando Area Rowing Society’s Learn to Row camp is the perfect introduction to anyone interested in getting on the water.

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Youth Sports

Annabelle Sikes
June 28, 2024

Arts organizations brace for impact of budget cuts

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed about $900 million in state projects, including $32 million in cultural and museum grants and related funding, as he signed the 2024-25 $116.5 billion state budget.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
June 27, 2024

Meet the Squeeze Squad, the Winter Garden Squeeze’s bat boys

Led by Bat Boy George, the Squeeze Squad has evolved into more than just a group of kids running around with bats. These days, everyone involved with the team is now part of the squad.

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Youth Sports

Annabelle Sikes
June 27, 2024

Ocoee PD searching for suspects in home invasion

The suspects forced their way into the victim’s residence while holding a gun and stole cash and several items.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
June 27, 2024

DP resident completes Orlando Health volunteer program, earns job

Justin Clemento, 22, not only recently completed Orlando Health’s Healthcare Career Opportunity Volunteer Program but also now is working full-time at the Orlando Regional Medical Center.

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Sam Albuquerque
June 27, 2024

Athlete of the Week: Elena Friedman, Montverde Academy softball

After recovering from a career-threatening knee surgery, Elena Friedman transferred to Montverde Academy and brought home a state title.

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Sam Albuquerque
June 26, 2024

Ocoee High FFA seeks help from Commission as development limits access to land lab

At the June 18 Ocoee City Commission meeting; members, parents and teachers from the Ocoee High FFA program urged the commission to help restore road access to land lab.