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Amy Quesinberry Price
January 3, 2018

Ethel Siegel is “having a ball” at 100

The centenarian has been celebrating her 100th birthday for a week, including a party at the JCC.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Danielle Hendrix
December 21, 2017

Grinch targets Christmas decorations in Horizon West

Residents in Oasis Cove and Independence reported thefts of their holiday decorations.

Southwest Orange
News

Danielle Hendrix
December 21, 2017

Winter Garden resident starts 'deaf chat' to help others build ASL proficiency

A Winter Garden resident has started a monthly chat for those wanting to learn or get better at American Sign Language.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 20, 2017

Windermere Elementary reaches golden milestone

Fifty years ago, the community’s elementary school opened in a new and larger facility. It previously operated in downtown Windermere in what is now the municipal center.

Southwest Orange
News

Danielle Hendrix
December 18, 2017

BLACK TIE: Iced Out at Rosen Plaza

Five carving experts rose to the occasion and competed in the Rosen Plaza’s second annual Iced Out event — an ice sculpture-carving competition.

Black Tie

Danielle Hendrix
December 17, 2017

PHOTOS: Winter Garden Hebrew School’s Menorah Lighting

A menorah and two stars are on display for the first time this year in downtown Winter Garden, and the Winter Garden Hebrew School held a ceremony to light them.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Danielle Hendrix
December 15, 2017

Winter Garden-based 'The Greyson Project' spreads Christmas cheer to hospitalized children

The Greyson Project — the brainchild of Winter Garden resident Rene Porter — is spreading Christmas cheer to hospitalized children in 13 states.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Danielle Hendrix
December 15, 2017

Orlando-based charity debuts new 'Christmas Is Coming' experience

Christmas Dreams recently debuted its new 'Christmas Is Coming' experience — a 40-foot trailer decorated as Santa’s mobile home.

Black Tie

Danielle Hendrix
December 15, 2017

Horizon West-based shop 'The Lost Bros' sells theme park-inspired apparel

Orlando-based shop The Lost Bros — which sells unique, theme park-inspired apparel — is the brainchild of Horizon West resident Cody Tapoler and his brother, Colton.

Southwest Orange
News

Brittany Gaines
December 15, 2017

Opera Orlando comes to downtown Winter Garden

Opera Orlando will host a special performance of its holiday show, “Amahl and the Night Visitors,” in downtown Winter Garden.

Arts + Entertainment
Arts + Culture

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Calendar for the week of 12-14-17

Find out what's happening this week in West Orange County.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Isie Hale raising funds for mission trip to Haiti

The Foundation Academy student has just a few days to raise $1,325 after taking the place of another teen who couldn't go.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Mackenzie Beach making global impact

The teen has created a library for the students of one Kenyan community, and it has earned her the Gold Award, the highest achievement in Girl Scouts.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 13, 2017

Children’s book features downtown Winter Garden landmarks

In “Wake Up Winter Garden,” a toddler goes on an adventure to many of the familiar sights along Plant Street.

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 12, 2017

Obituary: Tyler James Cravens

Mr. Cravens, owner of Thai Blossom Restaurant, died Saturday, Dec. 9, 2017.

West Orange Times & Observer
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