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Liz Ramos
January 14, 2026

‘This place will leave a mark on you’: Windermere mayor reflects on 15 years of service

After serving as mayor of Windermere for six years, Jim O’Brien says now is the right time to step away because the town has talented people prepared to lead.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
January 11, 2026

PHOTOS: Horizon West Theater Company grooves through the decades

The theater held its concert series with more than 15 performers Saturday, Jan. 10 at 16112 Marsh Road, Winter Garden.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Liz Ramos
January 8, 2026

FORECAST 2026: Winter Garden Heritage Foundation works to make history fun

Foundation Executive Director Kristi Karst Gomen is taking the momentum of the successes in 2025 and using them to further expand offerings to bring the community together through the foundation.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Liz Ramos
January 7, 2026

FORECAST 2026: Eight Waves brings hope, instills confidence in West Orange student

Participation in the nonprofit's mentoring program helped KK Charles throughout high school and beyond.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Megan Bruinsma
December 23, 2025

Chef's Table founders begin their next chapter

After 17 years, Chef’s Table founders Laurie and Kevin Tarters are ready for retirement. However, even though they won’t physically be there, the restaurant always will be close to their hearts.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
December 19, 2025

Fitness competition to unite neighbors

Maddy Owens, owner of Fit ’N Fierce, has created a fitness competition to take place between neighborhoods in West Orange.

Southwest Orange
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Liz Ramos
December 19, 2025

Christmas decorations honor daughter’s memory in Ocoee

Every Christmas decoration, no matter the size, has meaning for Ocoee’s Marge Johnstone, bringing her moments to reminisce and spreading joy to others every holiday season.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
December 19, 2025

Spreading holiday joy through decor

One Windermere family goes all out with its outdoor Christmas decorations for the holiday season.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Megan Bruinsma
December 18, 2025

West Orange kids enjoy Orlando Magic funded shopping spree

West Orange Boys and Girls Club enjoyed a special opportunity to shop for two hours in Walmart from the Orlando Magic and PepsiCo’s Holiday Shopping Spree.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Liz Ramos
December 17, 2025

Whole lot of love: Tree sales benefit Windermere High choir

Longtime Disney entertainer hosts Christmas tree lots outside Windermere High School, with proceeds benefiting the school’s choir program.

Observer School Zone
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Liz Ramos
December 17, 2025

West Orange High band students continue caroling tradition

Jay Zimmerman started caroling with six friends when he was in seventh grade. Now as a junior, he's joined by 40-plus students performing on the streets of his neighborhood.

Observer School Zone
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Megan Bruinsma
December 16, 2025

Florida officials clarify license plate frame rules

The Florida Statute 320.262 allows most license plate frames, but prohibits covers.

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By Observer Staff
December 15, 2025

PHOTOS: Thousands attend live nativity in Horizon West

Representatives of five local Christian churches, three non-profit organizations, two OCPS school choirs, a Portuguese church choir and three OCPS FFA programs cooperated in presenting the two-day celebration.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
December 14, 2025

PHOTOS: Ocoee's Jolly Jamboree 2025

The city of Ocoee’s Parks and Leisure Services held its annual Jolly Jamboree Saturday, Dec. 13.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Leticia Silva
December 11, 2025

PHOTOS: Light Up FA 2025

The Foundation Academy hosted its annual Light Up FA at its Tilden campus Thursday, Dec. 11.

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