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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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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.

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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.

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By AVERY BANGSUND I FOUNDATION ACADEMY
June 26, 2024

In the words of Ted Lasso: ‘Football is life’

Avery Bangsund has been playing the sport since she was 4 and plans to continue through college.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
June 26, 2024

National champion golfer, Ian Supra Memorial Foundation team up for charity golf tournament

The fourth annual Brendan Valdes Charity Golf Scramble vs. Pediatric Cancer raised $32,000 to benefit children diagnosed with cancer.

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By LILY PARKER I WINDERMERE PREPARATORY SCHOOL
June 26, 2024

Local student experiences 2024 Sanibel Sea School

Lily Parker: ‘After camp, I know how to jump a car, change a tire, perform CPR safely and use a paddle board.’

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 26, 2024

Oakland Society aims to aid others

Anne Fulton started the group in the town after discovering residents had small needs that weren’t being met. She decided to rally her neighbors to assist those in need.