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Leticia Silva
July 15, 2026

Chain of Lakes Animal Clinic now collecting donations for pets at Harbor House

The veterinary clinic is asking for donations to help animals of victims of domestic violence.

Southwest Orange
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Leticia Silva
July 14, 2026

Fire in Horizon West apartments displaces families

A July 5 fire at Horizon West’s Buena Vista Place Apartments has left some residents without a home.

Southwest Orange

Liz Ramos
July 14, 2026

Winter Garden unveils "Dog Days of Summer" art exhibit

Area artists show off their talents with depictions of their furry friends in Winter Garden’s ‘Dog Days of Summer’ art exhibit, which will be in city hall through July 31.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
July 11, 2026

PHOTOS: Oakland Nature Preserve's Summer Camp 2026

The Oakland Nature Preserve taught its summer-camp students about the natural world and its unique creatures through Eric Carle’s books.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Liz Ramos
July 10, 2026

West Orange Walkers to host free indoor 5K

The West Orange Walkers is partnering with Healthy West Orange, Orlando Health and Roper YMCA to host the 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 11, at the West Oaks Mall.

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Liz Ramos
July 10, 2026

PHOTOS: West Orange Chamber of Commerce Hob Nob 2026

Dozens of candidates were able to speak directly with constituents during the Hob Nob.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
July 9, 2026

Windermere extends voting deadline for Run Among the Lakes medal design

Voting began Friday, June 19, and now will run through Friday, July 17.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
July 8, 2026

Eight Waves in need of new van

The nonprofit announced its van currently broke down beyond repair, and now is asking for the community's help.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
July 8, 2026

Oakland resident transforms backyard into private Sniffspot dog park

Oakland resident Melanie Charles is renting her backyard through Sniffspot for dog owners to allow their furry friends to run freely, sniff and play in a safe environment.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
July 8, 2026

Horizon West student wins national invention contest for hearing loss

Roy Zheng, 9, was the only contestant in the U.S. to win IDEASforEARS, a global invention contest encouraging children to think creatively to improve the lives of those with hearing loss.

Southwest Orange

By Mia Schaeperkoetter | Staff Intern
July 7, 2026

Read it forward: Windermere student launches book bank

Windermere’s Aanvi Mathur founded the Orlando Book Bank to provide students with the resources and supplies they need to succeed in school.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Liz Ramos
July 7, 2026

"You all made a difference": FUMC Learning Center staff reunites

First United Methodist Church Learning Center staff reunited, bringing together teachers and directors since the school opened in 1992 to reminisce, laugh and cherish their community.

Observer School Zone
News

Leticia Silva
July 6, 2026

Back-to-school fair to take place at West Orange High School

The back-to-school fair will take place from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 11, at 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
July 5, 2026

PHOTOS: Ocoee’s Fourth of July Celebration 2026

The city of Ocoee celebrated the Fourth of July and America’s 250th birthday with its annual event Saturday, July 4.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Megan Bruinsma
July 4, 2026

PHOTOS: Winter Garden All American Kids Parade and Pancake Breakfast 2026

Winter Garden celebrated its 22nd annual event with America's 250th birthday.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

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Chain of Lakes Animal Clinic now collecting donations for pets at Harbor House

Fire in Horizon West apartments displaces families

Winter Garden unveils "Dog Days of Summer" art exhibit

PHOTOS: Oakland Nature Preserve's Summer Camp 2026

West Orange Walkers to host free indoor 5K

PHOTOS: West Orange Chamber of Commerce Hob Nob 2026

Windermere extends voting deadline for Run Among the Lakes medal design

Eight Waves in need of new van

Oakland resident transforms backyard into private Sniffspot dog park

Horizon West student wins national invention contest for hearing loss

Read it forward: Windermere student launches book bank

"You all made a difference": FUMC Learning Center staff reunites

Back-to-school fair to take place at West Orange High School

PHOTOS: Ocoee’s Fourth of July Celebration 2026

PHOTOS: Winter Garden All American Kids Parade and Pancake Breakfast 2026

Winter Garden will remove no-firearm signs from Tucker Ranch

Chain of Lakes Animal Clinic now collecting donations for pets at Harbor House

Orange County mayor appoints members to TDT Citizen Advisory Task Force

North Lakewood Avenue construction causes portion of Security Circle to close

DNA Productions hosting open house for Winter Garden's Garden Theatre

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