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Michael Eng
September 20, 2025

PHOTOS: Charlie Kirk vigil in Winter Garden

Thousands of West Orange residents attended the vigil, held Saturday, Sept. 20, on the steps of Winter Garden City Hall.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
September 20, 2025

PHOTOS: Windermere Police Dept. hosts 5th annual Cops & Bobbers event

The Windermere Police Dept. held its annual fishing event Saturday, Sept. 20, from 8 a.m. to noon at Lake Butler.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
September 20, 2025

PHOTOS: Oakland hosts block party for its community

The town of Oakland held a block party Friday, Sept. 19 at the Healthy West Orange Arts & Heritage Center.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
September 19, 2025

Eastbound I-4 exit ramp to Sand Lake to close overnight

The Florida Department of Transportation announced the overnight closure of exit ramp 74A Monday, Sept. 22.

Southwest Orange
News

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Man arrested for murder of Winter Garden engineer six years later

The murder took place in 2019, a day after Michael Kotait left home for Gainesville to see family, officials said.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Westbrooke Elementary renovates its media center

Artist Jordan Emmitt created a colorful space for kids at the school, further enhancing the media center’s renovations.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Dr. Phillips cadet recognized worldwide

Senior Mayra Feliciano was recognized as Cadet of the Year worldwide.

Southwest Orange
News

Liz Ramos
September 18, 2025

Candlelight Processional returns to Disney's EPCOT

The holiday tradition will light up the stage from Nov. 28 through Dec. 30 during the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.

Southwest Orange
News

Michael Eng
September 18, 2025

Prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk planned for Saturday in Winter Garden

The vigil will take place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, on the steps of Winter Garden City Hall, 300 W. Plant St.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Liz Ramos
September 17, 2025

Winter Garden drafts ordinance to combat Senate Bill 180

City commissioners approved the first reading of an ordinance to bring development control back to Winter Garden after Senate Bill 180 was signed into law.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Amy Quesinberry Price
September 17, 2025

Church of the Messiah in Winter Garden celebrates 75 years of faithful service

The Episcopal church is celebrating its anniversary with the Sunday evening service of supper and a one-minute message.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Liz Ramos
September 17, 2025

Walk for Lives comes to Orlando

Local brings Walk for Lives to Lake Eola Park to spread awareness and fight against the fentanyl epidemic.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
September 17, 2025

Orange County Public Schools estimates 6,700 fewer students this year, School Board approves 2025-26 budget

At the same time, the number of Orange County students taking advantage of the voucher program is estimated to increase by 5,154.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
September 16, 2025

Evermore Hospitality names Evermore Orlando Resort president

Elizabeth Mullins will oversee all aspects of operations and guest experience at Evermore Orlando.

Southwest Orange
Business

Michael Eng
September 16, 2025

Florida CFO: Orange County is overtaxing residents by nearly $200M

Blaise Ingoglia announced his findings following an audit of the county’s finances.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

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