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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 12, 2024

Obituary: Mary M. Casteel

Obituary: Mary M. Casteel, 89, died May 18, 2024.

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Annabelle Sikes
June 12, 2024

Demings highlights county’s successes

Mayor Jerry L. Demings highlighted last year’s accomplishments and discussed the future of the county through this year’s theme — “Building Better Together.”

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
June 12, 2024

Winter Garden Little League claim 8-9-year-old District 14 Tournament of Champions crown

In the 8- to 9-year-old age group, the All-Star collection of Winter Garden Little Leaguers went undefeated to claim the Tournament of Champions crown.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 12, 2024

Students take over Observer School Zone for summer

The Summer School Zone section will feature articles written by four students from the West Orange and Southwest Orange areas.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 12, 2024

Pepper the ’possum joins ONP team

The young marsupial will be part of the Oakland Nature Preserve’s Ambassador Team.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 12, 2024

Rain brings some relief to dry conditions

A burn ban was issued May 31 in Orange County following weeks of no precipitation.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 12, 2024

Biologist wins FOLA’s Jim Thomas Award

Nathalie Visscher was recognized for her tenacity in protecting Lake Apopka by fighting for the removal of hydrilla in Florida’s fourth-largest lake.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
June 12, 2024

Athlete of the Week: Nolan Maroth, Winter Garden Squeeze

A West Orange High alum, Winter Garden Squeeze pitcher Nolan Maroth is back for a second season on the mound in the Florida League.

Sports
Athlete of the Week

Amy Quesinberry Price
June 11, 2024

Community Health Fair is Wednesday, June 12

Hope Along the Way is sponsoring the event, being held in partnership with the city of Winter Garden and Orange County Government’s District 1.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
June 11, 2024

Florida financial disclosure law blocked by federal judge

A U.S. District Court judge issued a preliminary injunction that prevents the Florida Commission on Ethics from enforcing the new Form 6 requirements for elected officials.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
June 11, 2024

The First Academy football wins UCF 7-on-7 championship

The Royals’ new-look football team competed at the Knights’ 7-on-7 tourney, held Thursday, June 6, at FBC Mortgage Stadium.

Sports
High Schools

Annabelle Sikes
June 11, 2024

Orlando Health infectious diseases director honored for work

Jarod Fox, the Orlando Health infectious diseases director at the Health Central and Horizon West hospitals, has been named a fellow by the Infectious Diseases Society of America.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
June 10, 2024

Local high school seniors graduate the Church of Jesus Christ

Students from the Orlando Florida West Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were able to celebrate a second graduation in honor of completing the Seminary Program.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
June 10, 2024

OARS has four top 10 finishers at 2024 USRowing's Youth Nationals

Three of the four qualified for the A final, including a fifth-place finish by its Men's Youth 4x boat.

Sports
Youth Sports

Annabelle Sikes
June 9, 2024

Town opts to move forward with annexation process

Although a consensus was reached by council members to move forward with the annexation, opinions were divided on whether a referendum for a vote by the town residents should be included.

Southwest Orange
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