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Sam Albuquerque
August 2, 2025

PHOTOS: Back to School Bash and backpack giveaway

The city of Winter Garden hosted students and their families for back-to-school backpack and supplies giveaway during a day of fun at Zanders Park & Bouler Pool.

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Leticia Silva
August 2, 2025

PHOTOS: Foundation Academy seniors create art in parking spots

The FA families came together to help seniors paint their parking spots for the 2025-26 school year.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
July 31, 2025

East Winter Garden launches program to preserve homes and heritage

The meeting will start at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, at the Healthy West Orange Building.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 31, 2025

A legacy of devotion: Family and friends remember Tim Keating

Tim Keating led his life with service to his family, his community, his church and his industry.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Michael Eng
July 31, 2025

Orthodox synagogue files discrimination lawsuit against Orange County

The Orange County Commission denied the Orlando Torah Center’s application to expand its synagogue in the Sand Lake Hills community.

Southwest Orange
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Megan Bruinsma
July 31, 2025

Theatre at St. Luke’s to present "Big Fish”

The church will have nine performances of the show from Thursday, July 31, to Sunday, Aug. 10.

Arts + Entertainment
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Liz Ramos
July 31, 2025

Winter Garden City Commission approves language to deter solicitation

The commission also approved a tentative millage rate.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
July 31, 2025

Officer embodies WGPD standards in response to motorcycle crash

Officer Brian Drechsel went above and beyond to make sure the crash victim’s family was notified in the middle of the night.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
July 30, 2025

Oakland's commission talks tax for road pavings

Oakland Shores residents would pay more taxes to have the streets paved quickly.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
July 30, 2025

Remembering Montel: Yellow Dog Eats’ feline

Montel was a cat that lived at Yellow Dog Eats for more than 16 years. She was loved by all staff and customers, who’s now living through their memories.