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Liz Ramos
June 8, 2026

Mayday Handcrafted Ice Cream & Cookies is coming to Hamlin

The shop features handmade ice cream made in Florida as well as sprinkles and cones that are made right in the shop.

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Liz Ramos
February 23, 2026

Property purchases signal major changes to downtown Winter Garden

One individual — James Larweth — has spent more than $40 million since 2015 to buy 36 residential and commercial properties — all in downtown Winter Garden. No one knows his plans.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
February 19, 2026

Outback Steakhouse in Hamlin to open soon

The restaurant will host a grand opening at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 3.

Southwest Orange
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Michael Eng
February 19, 2026

Three Birds Café supporters plan demonstration

The demonstration is planned for 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 20, outside the cafe, 2 W. Plant St., Winter Garden.

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Liz Ramos
February 16, 2026

Three Birds Café to close in Winter Garden

The final day for the café will be Thursday, Feb. 26.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
February 5, 2026

CFS Coffee is coming to Horizon West

The coffee shop will be opening at the new Shoppes at Lakeview Pointe.

Southwest Orange
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Megan Bruinsma
January 30, 2026

JETSET Pilates coming to Winter Garden

The modern pilates studio signed a lease at 16 E. Plant St., Winter Garden.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
December 19, 2025

Scoops to offer free ice cream for a day

Thanks to a Scoops supporter, anyone can stop by for a scoop on the house Saturday, Dec. 20.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
December 5, 2025

Dunkin' set to re-open in Lake Buena Vista

The store is celebrating with a free giveaway from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at 12236 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Orlando.

Southwest Orange
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Michael Eng
December 2, 2025

Jag Cantina closes near Windermere

The upscale Mexican restaurant is the latest business to fall at the building located at 8965 Conroy Windermere Road, Orlando.

Southwest Orange
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Liz Ramos
December 1, 2025

Chef’s Table at the Edgewater and Tasting Room has been sold

Owners Laurie and Kevin Tarter are retiring and have sold the restaurant to James Larweth, who also purchased the Edgewater Hotel.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
November 3, 2025

Winter Garden Chick-fil-A to re-open

After being closed for repairs, Chick-fil-A Winter Garden will welcome guests once again Tuesday, Nov. 4.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Megan Bruinsma
October 27, 2025

Philly Pretzel Factory coming to Winter Garden

The pretzel shop from Philadelphia will be in the Avamar Crossing shopping plaza.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
October 23, 2025

That One Spot in Ocoee will close its doors

The last day the burger spot will be open is Sunday, Oct. 26 as the owner looks for a new location.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
October 9, 2025

Horizon West's Abbott’s Frozen Custard asks for help to keep doors open

The frozen custard spot is asking residents to come by and support the business.

Southwest Orange
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