All | News | Orange Observer

News | All

Danielle Hendrix
January 16, 2019

All Pro Dad program brings Keene's Crossing Elementary children, dads together

The All Pro Dad program at Keene’s Crossing Elementary aims to bring students and their dads closer together and teach valuable life lessons.

Southwest Orange
News

Danielle Hendrix
January 16, 2019

Tax collector’s office moving to West Oaks Mall

The new office, which combines and replaces both the West Colonial and Winter Garden locations, officially opens on Jan. 16.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Danielle Hendrix
January 16, 2019

Johnson-Laux Construction returns to Winter Garden roots

The construction-management firm soon will open its new headquarters in West Orange.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Danielle Hendrix
January 16, 2019

Local ceremonies to honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

The cities of Winter Garden and Ocoee, as well as the town of Oakland, are honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with parades, poems and unity celebrations.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Gabby Baquero
January 13, 2019

Windermere High ranks in top 20 fundraising high schools list

In 2018, Windermere High ranked 13th in the nation for Children Miracle Network's list of top fundraising high schools.

Southwest Orange
News

Gabby Baquero
January 12, 2019

Reckless driving charges in fatal Ocoee crash dismissed

Prosecutors dismissed two reckless driving charges against a Winter Garden man accused of hitting and killing two pedestrians and placing the lives of others at risk.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Gabby Baquero
January 12, 2019

2019 forecast for West Orange real estate market

Local real-estate experts offered their predictions for the 2019 housing market in West Orange based on 2018’s trends.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Gabby Baquero
January 11, 2019

Matthew’s Hope serving as drop-off area for discarded Christmas trees

All the discarded trees will be transported to Eustis and recycled into canes for veterans.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Gabby Baquero
January 11, 2019

Home inspector, real estate broker team up to educate home buyers

Following a disaster with her own home, Winter Garden resident Torey Eisenman has set out to educate the community on handling the many issues that may come up after closing on a home.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Danielle Hendrix
January 11, 2019

BLACK TIE: Keene's Pointe resident serves safe haven for Orange County children

Keene’s Pointe resident Warren Kenner is chairman of the board at Great Oaks Village, Orange County’s safe haven for children who have been removed from dangerous situations.

Black Tie

Danielle Hendrix
January 11, 2019

BLACK TIE: Make a difference in 2019

Now that it’s 2019, it’s time to fill up your planner — or Google calendar — with upcoming events that are sure to make a difference in our communities.