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Sam Albuquerque
August 23, 2024

Election for Orange County Supervisor of Elections pushed to Nov. 5 ballot

Following a judge's decision to disqualify independent candidate Cynthia Harris for improper paperwork, the election moves to the General Ballot.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
August 23, 2024

Friday Night Roundup: All the area high school football action

Everything you need to know from Week 1 of West, Southwest Orange County high school football.

Sports
High Schools

Annabelle Sikes
August 23, 2024

OCFRD conducts water rescue training in Windermere

The Orange County Fire Rescue Department currently is conducting water rescue training through the end of September on Lake Bessie in the town of Windermere.

Southwest Orange
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Annabelle Sikes
August 23, 2024

City breaks ground on Dyson’s Plaza Commercial Revitalization Project

The redevelopment of the 2,300-square-foot property is considered ground zero for the revitalization of the Historic East Winter Garden Neighborhood.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
August 23, 2024

WPD, residents partner to rescue distressed bird

The Windermere Police Department and local residents partnered recently to rescue an Anhinga bird in need of help.

Southwest Orange
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Sam Albuquerque
August 23, 2024

Spike season: Girls high school volleyball is back

To get you ready for the return to the court, here are some of the top storylines, teams and players to watch this season.

Sports
High Schools

Annabelle Sikes, Michael Eng
August 22, 2024

Orange County District 1 race heads to runoff

After the Orange County Canvassing Board’s work Thursday, Aug. 22, only two votes separated Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson and challenger Austin Arthur.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
August 22, 2024

THE TRENCHES: TFA football’s linemen set tone for 2024

Both offensive and defensive lines led the way in The First Academy’s Kickoff Classic win.

Sports
Game Film

Sam Albuquerque
August 22, 2024

Friday Night Lights: Ocoee travel to Apopka to open 2024 high school football season

Horizon football hosts Olympia, Foundation welcomes Lakeland Christian while West Orange heads to Evans for Week 1 and plenty more.

Sports
High Schools

Annabelle Sikes
August 22, 2024

Orange County Supervisor of Elections gives update on District 1 Commission race

In the Orange County Commission District 1 race, the Supervisor of Elections said there are accepted write-in votes, which may push the race to a November runoff rather than a recount.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Sam Albuquerque
August 22, 2024

Athlete of the Week: Joshua Eady, Lake Buena Vista football

Lake Buena Vista High football’s Joshua Eady is a two-way athlete who is helping lead the Vipers’ new culture.

Sports
Athlete of the Week

Annabelle Sikes
August 22, 2024

How will Winter Garden’s alcohol ordinance impact downtown businesses?

City staff soon plan to present a new proposed alcohol ordinance to the City Commission that will primarily impact the downtown district.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Annabelle Sikes
August 22, 2024

Boathouse owners, Town Council want deal done

Boathouse owners say they have received no response from the Windermere Town Council regarding a proposed settlement offer, which expired Thursday, Aug. 15, after 45 days.