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By Annabelle Sikes
August 6, 2024

PHOTOS: WPD, Rotary partner to offer free self-defense course

Participants learned various techniques to build situational awareness and confidence with the help of Windermere Police Chief Dave Ogden and professors from Gracie Barra Clermont.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
August 6, 2024

Windermere shares updates following Tropical Storm Debby

Due to the recent heavy storms, some areas in the town of Windermere are experiencing standing water and washouts.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
August 6, 2024

OARS dominates Halifax Regatta in Daytona

The Orlando Area Rowing Society took home both the Overall Points crown and the Sculling Points trophy at the 27th annual edition of the two-day regatta.

Sports

Michael Eng
August 5, 2024

Local Venezuelans protest in Winter Garden

Local Venezuelans stood in solidarity with those in their native country as they staged a liberation rally Saturday, Aug. 3, in downtown Winter Garden.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
August 5, 2024

Early voting starts in Orange County

Voters can cast their ballots at 22 locations across Central Florida now through Aug. 18.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
August 5, 2024

Back-to-school immunizations offered

The Orange County Health Department is issuing the free shots this month at several locations.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
August 5, 2024

Ocoee High football player Diego De Pina commits to the University of West Florida

The defensive lineman should be a huge factor in his final season for a scary Ocoee defense.

Sports

Annabelle Sikes
August 5, 2024

Rosen JCC to host free Zumba Mommy & Me event for local families

The Jewish Community Center is inviting mothers and their little ones to enjoy a morning of dancing, bonding and community togetherness.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
August 4, 2024

West Orange High alum, swimmer Victor Wright wins 50-meter breaststroke at Special Olympics Florida event

Wright won the Special Olympics Florida Area 6 swimming competition and will move on to regionals.

Sports

Sam Albuquerque
August 3, 2024

Registration now open for West Orange Girls Club’s fall 2024 rec softball league

Girls from ages 4-17 and of all skill levels are invited to participate in the Ocoee-based league, registration ends Aug. 16.

Sports
Youth Sports

Annabelle Sikes
August 3, 2024

Renovations coming to Zanders Park

The renovations will include new fencing and upgraded playground equipment that will reorient the play area around the basketball courts.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
August 3, 2024

Clock strikes midnight on Windermere Wildfire’s national championship comeback

Windermere Wildfire Paulson softball club loses AFCS Tier II National Championship in Game 3, 10-8, after six innings because tournament drop dead time expired.

Sports
High Schools

Sam Albuquerque
August 3, 2024

City of Ocoee to give away sandbags amid storm preparations

On Saturday, Aug. 3, the city will open a self-service sandbag distribution site for residents.

West Orange Times & Observer

Sam Albuquerque
August 3, 2024

High school football media day kicks off 2024 season

To kick off the 2024 season, teams from across West, Southwest Orange County converged on Camping World Stadium to preview their seasons.

Sports
High Schools

Sam Albuquerque
August 2, 2024

Athlete of the Week: Sam Brodersen, St. Louis Cardinals

Former West Orange High baseball player Sam Brodersen was selected in the 2024 MLB Draft by the St. Louis Cardinals.

Sports
Athlete of the Week

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