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Andrea Mujica
March 9, 2023

Kurt Kitayama wins Arnold Palmer Invitational

Kitayama bettered all the big names present at the Arnold Palmer Invitational — Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Harris English — and jumped from No. 46 to No. 19 in the Official World Golf Ranking.

Sports

Andrea Mujica
March 8, 2023

Ocoee High girls flag football shuts out Lake Nona

With a 18-0 victory, the Lady Knights started their season with a "W" over the Lady Lions.

Sports

Amy Quesinberry Price
March 8, 2023

This week in West Orange County history: March 9, 2023

These are the people and events who made headlines in West Orange County's past for the week of March 9.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 8, 2023

90 is just a number for Charlie Mae Wilder

At 90 years old, east Winter Garden resident Charlie Mae Wilder has no plans to slow down. In fact, she wants to create a space for training youth and adults on a piece of property she owns near her home.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 8, 2023

Rock, country headlining Ocoee Music Festival

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will perform at the Ocoee Music Festival at 9:30 p.m. Friday, and Chris Janson is the final act at 9 p.m. Saturday.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Andrea Mujica
March 7, 2023

City of Ocoee Commission to discuss police officers and firefighters retirement trust fund

The city and the Florida Police Benevolent Association, Inc. have negotiated changes to pension benefits to be included in the Collective Bargain Agreement.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 7, 2023

FWC holding Lake Apopka hydrilla management meeting

The public is invited to attend the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s meeting Wednesday, March 8, at Tanner Hall.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Amy Quesinberry Price
March 7, 2023

OCPS sets up memorial fund for deceased Ocoee Middle student

Eighth-grader Almonord Francois was struck and killed while riding his bicycle home from Ocoee Middle School Feb. 16.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Andrea Mujica
March 6, 2023

Second annual Rosie the Riveter Women's Powerlifting Championship, a success

Four teams competed for the gold at Mili's Gym second annual Rosie the Riveter Women's Powerlifting Championship Saturday, March 4.

Sports

Amy Quesinberry Price
March 6, 2023

Ocoee holding shredding event

West Orange County residents are invited to take their documents to the Ocoee Police Department for shredding.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 6, 2023

Time to spring forward

Move your clocks ahead one hour this weekend as daylight saving time begins.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Andrea Mujica
March 6, 2023

Ocoee High track and field team makes podium at West Orange Dr. Baptiste track invitational

The Knights girls team brought home the gold, while the boys team placed third at the West Orange Dr. Baptiste track invitational Friday, March 3.

Sports

Amy Quesinberry Price, Annabelle Sikes
March 5, 2023

PHOTOS: Horizon West Fest celebrates community

Families had the opportunity to spend the day together and enjoy fun games and activities Saturday, March 4, during the annual Horizon West Fest, which celebrated “All the Things.”

Southwest Orange
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Amy Quesinberry Price
March 3, 2023

History center opens WWII exhibition

The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation features the photos and stories of West Orange County folks who were called to war in the 1940s.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Andrea Mujica
March 3, 2023

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Jack Gray

West Orange High School boys varsity lacrosse team captain Jack Gray is leading the Warriors during his last season with the team.

Sports
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