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  • Jim Carchidi
  • September 29, 2021
Hopelessly devoted

Dr. Phillips High School’s theater program returns to the stage with the classic musical, ‘Grease.’

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  • Amy Quesinberry Price
  • September 29, 2021
Gotha rallies to protect history

The Gotha Rural Settlement Association is hoping to persuade Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise not to widen the turnpike from eight to 12 lanes. Members say it will destroy wildlife, lakes, history and homes.

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  • Jim Carchidi
  • September 29, 2021
Sacred space

Windermere Union Church hosted a Native American Sunday service to promote respect and understanding through worship.

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  • Amy Quesinberry Price
  • September 29, 2021
1934-2021: Environmental crusader Jim Thomas dies

Thomas advocated for the restoration of Lake Apopka for 30 years and was the founder of Friends of Lake Apopka and the Oakland Nature Preserve.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 28, 2021
Florida minimum wage set to increase this week

The state's minimum wage will change from the current rate of $8.65 to $10.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 28, 2021
Orange County Public Schools no longer will allow comments on its Facebook page

School district officials say the measure is meant to eliminate 'contentious dialog.'

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 28, 2021
Orange County lowers speed limit on Winter Garden Vineland Road

The speed limit will change from 55 mph to 45 mph between Apopka Vineland Road and Chase Road.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 28, 2021
Support Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando on Giving Day

Giving Day focuses on shelter pets that come to Pet Alliance with nowhere else to turn.

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  • Michael Eng
  • September 28, 2021
Windermere High School mourns death of student

Madison “Maddy” Trover died unexpectedly Saturday, Sept. 25. She was 17.

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  • Michael Eng
  • September 27, 2021
COVID-19 UPDATE: Week of Sept. 17 to 23, 2021

Here are the latest COVID-19 cases and vaccinations statistics, as reported by the Florida Department of Health.

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  • Michael Eng
  • September 27, 2021
Orange County Public Schools announces new rules for School Board meetings

Those who wish to attend or speak at Orange County School Board meetings will need to know these new protocols.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 27, 2021
City of Winter Garden launches Living Local campaign

The campaign encourages local participation and support of one’s hometown.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 27, 2021
Community signs new classroom building wall at the Foundation Academy

Construction on the new classroom building is well underway at the school.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 27, 2021
City of Winter Garden proclaims October as Outdoor Dining Month

The city is encouraging residents to enjoy the fall weather and grab a local bite to eat outdoors.

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  • Annabelle Sikes
  • September 27, 2021
Ocoee High School celebrates International Day of Peace

The school's students and staff celebrated with music, art, animals and positive messages.

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