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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 20, 2017

Ocoee holds Black History Month writing contest

Students at eight elementary schools are being recognized Thursday at the Ocoee City Commission meeting for their winning essays.

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Neighborhood

Danielle Hendrix
February 20, 2017

GALLERY: Rosen JCC’s ‘80s Decades Party

Partygoers broke out the neon, sweats and crazy hairpieces as they took a trip back in time to the ‘80s for a night.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Danielle Hendrix
February 18, 2017

GALLERY: MetroWest Elementary Sweetheart Dance 2017

Students and families danced, sang and snacked on sweets throughout the evening for the school’s annual Valentine’s Day-themed dance.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Brittany Gaines
February 17, 2017

Mother organizes car-seat check for Independence community

Incorrect installation of car seats pose safety hazards for children

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Brittany Gaines
February 16, 2017

The Winter Garden's sixth annual Blues and BBQ Festival will be held Saturday, Feb. 18

The annual festival will feature more than 10 vendors and three blues performers

West Orange Times & Observer
Neighborhood

Danielle Hendrix
February 15, 2017

Southwest Orange County organizations celebrate Black History Month

Efforts from organizations such as the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe, Dr. Phillips High School and even local residents are ensuring that black history lives on.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2017

GALLERY: Oasis Church holds dance for dads, daughters

Daughters of all ages enjoyed a fun evening with their dads at a festive event at Oasis Community Church in Winter Garden.

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Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2017

Obituary: Ethel Hall

Ms. Hall, 97, died Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017.

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Obituaries

Danielle Hendrix
February 15, 2017

Special-needs guests get royal treatment at First Baptist Windermere's Night to Shine

First Baptist Church Windermere was one of 375 churches worldwide to host Night to Shine — the Tim Tebow Foundation’s special-needs prom — on Feb. 10.

Southwest Orange
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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 15, 2017

Beautifying the Bella Room

The 45-and-older crowd is the target of a new supper club and entertainment venue opening in Winter Garden, the Bella Room, which has been reimagined by new owner John Natoli.