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Danielle Hendrix
March 2, 2016

Fire ants attack vacationing New York fire captain

New York Fire Department Captain John Mendez had a horde of fire ants join — and swarm — him poolside.

Southwest Orange
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Danielle Hendrix
March 2, 2016

Whispering Oak Elementary welcomes new principal

Lee “Kip” Montgomery, an Orange County educator of 20 years, took over as principal after Dr. Patricia Ramsey retired in January.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Danielle Hendrix
March 2, 2016

Charity creates magic for theme park magic-makers

Wishes Needs & Dreams is a nonprofit that seeks to provide assistance to low-income theme-park and resort workers.

Southwest Orange
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 2, 2016

Obituary: Ellen Griffin Boon

Interment to take place at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Zak Kerr
March 1, 2016

Special meeting will determine charter school’s fate

Ocoee commissioners granted Charter Schools USA’s request for action to be delayed.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Zak Kerr
March 1, 2016

Veterinary hospital could hit Ocoee

Ocoee City Commission would need to authorize a project on West Colonial Drive near State Road 429, next to Paws & Play.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 1, 2016

Sherry McMahon cycles 1,000 miles for animals

Sherry McMahon raised $3,500 for animal rescue in 2015

West Orange Times & Observer
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Danielle Hendrix
February 28, 2016

GALLERY: Bay Meadows Elementary 25th Birthday Festival

Parents and children of all ages enjoyed a fun-filled day at the school’s festival and Koala Krawl 5K.

Southwest Orange
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Danielle Hendrix
February 28, 2016

GALLERY: Rosen JCC Gala and Auditorium Grand Opening

Guests enjoyed an evening of food, wine and fun at the Rosen JCC’s second annual gala and celebrated the opening of the new auditorium.

Southwest Orange
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Danielle Hendrix
February 28, 2016

GALLERY: Healthy West Orange Expo at West Oaks Mall

Ocoee residents enjoyed a day of health and wellness events, giveaways and fun as part of the Healthy West Orange expo.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Jennifer Nesslar
February 26, 2016

Backyard chickens and invocation procedures addressed at Winter Garden Commission

Commissioners heard from community members interested in a backyard chicken program and amended a resolution regarding invocation procedures.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Jennifer Nesslar
February 25, 2016

Club seeks to make backyard chickens legal in Winter Garden

The Winter Garden Chicken Club wants to make backyard chickens legal in Winter Garden and hopes to dispel foul perceptions of the egg-producing birds.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Zak Kerr
February 25, 2016

Windermere Town Council candidates Q&A

Three candidates vie for two spots in the March 15 election. Here are their answers to some of the most pressing questions facing the town of Windermere. Candidates are in alphabetical order.

Southwest Orange
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Zak Kerr
February 25, 2016

OCPS school grades released

The Florida Department of Education released its 2015 school grades earlier this month. But comparing the results to years past is tricky and, in some cases, can be misleading.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 24, 2016

Obituary: Martha Louise Johns

Martha Louise Johns, 81, of Ocoee, died Feb. 15, 2016.

West Orange Times & Observer
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