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Annabelle Sikes
June 22, 2023

A hero in his time of need

Reedy Creek firefighter Steve Hollingsworth’s life changed forever April 16, when he suffered a heart attack. He is using his story to encourage others to be their own advocates for their health.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

Oakland unveiling special citrus art, history exhibition

Residents will have a chance to meet the artists Thursday, June 29, during the opening reception of the exhibition.

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Andrea Mujica
June 21, 2023

Ocoee to unveil new Action Sports Park

Due to inclement weather, the grand opening ceremony of the Ocoee Action Sports Park originally scheduled for Wednesday, June 21, was postponed and will now take place at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 28, at Vandergrift Central Park.

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By DANIEL GONZALEZ I OCOEE HIGH SCHOOL
June 21, 2023

SUMMER SCHOOL ZONE: Three playlist-worthy albums for summer

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

This week in West Orange County history: June 22, 2023

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

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Andrea Mujica
June 21, 2023

UCP Charter Schools receive a $914,000 literacy grant

The Florida Department of Education awarded UCP Charter Schools a $914,000 literacy grant to help fund an initiative that promises to increase literacy growth for students.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

Enjoy cookies, milk with an Ocoee cop

The story time event takes place on Fridays this summer at the West Oaks Library.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

WOHS chemistry teacher retires after three decades

Teresa Yates spent 30 of her 31 years with OCPS at West Orange High, teaching generations of students and celebrating in their accomplishments.

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Annabelle Sikes
June 21, 2023

WPD partnering with OneBlood for blood drive event

The event will take place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, June 30, in the town of Windermere.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

Winter Garden, Pet Alliance partner to address community cats

The collaboration is intended to reduce the stray cat population.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
June 21, 2023

Oakland debates water tower lights

One commissioner wants the lights to remain off to keep birds and other nightlife safe; the mayor wants the town to be a good steward of the environment but also wants to show off the town’s icon.