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Annabelle Sikes
February 27, 2024

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partners with Well of Hope Food Bank to help locals facing food insecurities

Volunteer members of the Orlando Florida West Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ have been volunteering time to help at the Well of Hope Food Bank and Thrift Store.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
February 27, 2024

BREAKING: Ocoee PD searching for suspect in officer-involved shooting

An Ocoee police officer shot at a suspect in a silver vehicle that was approaching the police cruiser head-on near Clarcona-Ocoee Road.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
February 27, 2024

Gochi Japanese Kitchen hosting murder mystery dinner event

Something New Studio, located in Mount Dora, will put on "Murder at the Disco" in March.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Michael Eng
February 26, 2024

UPDATE: Threat against Windermere High deemed non-credible

Principal Andrew Leftakis said the threat was made on social media.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
February 26, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Summerlake Elementary School Stars Dance

Gator students, friends and family members danced the night away at the special evening.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
February 26, 2024

Ocoee Twistee Treat announces new additions

The location is now offering a multitude of new scoop flavors and a cheesecake topping on the menu, as well as two self-ordering stations.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
February 26, 2024

Hamlin Ace Hardware to host grand opening this weekend

Event attendees will have the chance to win prizes, learn during vendor demonstrations, enjoy free food samples, listen to music and more.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
February 25, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 town of Windermere PetFest

The annual event featured a multitude of activities, including doggie games, a children’s bubble zone, awards for pets, vendors, K-9 demonstrations, story time and food trucks.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
February 25, 2024

Sand Lake Elementary, PTA host students and families for its Sweetheart Dance

Students and their plus ones enjoyed a night full of dancing and fun at the school's annual dance event.

Observer School Zone
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Annabelle Sikes
February 24, 2024

Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort celebrates its 40th anniversary

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort celebrated its anniversary Thursday, Feb. 1. In doing so, it honored 14 employees who have been there since Day One.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
February 23, 2024

Looking for a new job? The city of Winter Garden is hiring

The city is looking to fill a variety of different job positions, including police officers, 911 dispatchers, custodians, school crossing guards, building inspectors, mechanics and landscapers.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
February 23, 2024

City proposes wastewater facility expansion

City staff presented an update on the estimated $100 million expansion of the Crest Avenue Wastewater Treatment Facility to the Winter Garden City Commission before its meeting Thursday, Feb. 8.