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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

PHOTOS: Horizon West Regional Park groundbreaking

The park will include a plethora of amenities, such as an indoor and outdoor performance area, tennis and pickleball courts, baseball and softball fields, and multi-purpose fields.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

BREAKING NEWS: One person shot following officer-involved shooting in Ocoee

The shooting took place around 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, on Old Winter Garden Road just east of Hempel Avenue.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

Local musician lands No. 1 spot on music’s most influential platform for indie artists

West Orange County resident Jordan Mohr scored the No. 1 title on aBreak58 with her new single "Break Up With Myself."

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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

Tiana's Bayou Adventure set to open this summer at Disney

Theme park visitors will join Princess Tiana and Louis, a jazz-loving alligator, on their journey through a shimmering bayou as they prepare for a spirited celebration during Mardi Gras season.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

Wellness park holding one-year celebration

The park in Ocoee is celebrating its first year of promoting health and wellness with a block party Saturday.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

The heat is on for chili cook-off

The festival features 30 chilis and is a benefit for Legacy Events for Education.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Matthew Thompson, Ocoee Middle

Matthew Thompson is the food and nutrition manager at Ocoee Middle School, and he is responsible for feeding more than 1,000 students breakfast, lunch, dinner and a snack.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

Unidentified bones leave case open in Winter Garden

The Winter Garden Police Department is asking the community for information regarding unidentified remains found in 2004.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

PHOTOS: Winter Garden Rec hosts Little Cupid’s Carnival

Children enjoyed Valentine's crafts, games and snacks on Valentine's Day.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 15, 2024

Stanton Optical now open in Ocoee

The new business utilizes innovative telehealth technology to provide fast, convenient eye exams, as well as offers a multitude of glasses and contact options.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

SOBO Artist of the Month: PJ Svejda

Local artists shed light on their talents and creations in this monthly feature.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

OCPS presents 40% construction update for relief elementary school

The newest educational facility is being built in Horizon West to relieve overcrowding at Water Spring Elementary.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

This week in West Orange County history: Feb. 15, 2024

These are the people and events who made headlines in West Orange County's past.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2024

Horizon student earns essay scholarship for living in Disney’s backyard

A local Realtor sponsored the essay contest for high school seniors.

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Sam Albuquerque
February 15, 2024

National Signing Day: Student-athletes across West, Southwest Orange County make their college decisions

From all over West Orange and Southwest Orange County, Feb. 7 saw student-athletes from the entire sports landscape achieve something incredible: Sign their National Letters of Intent to play college sports.