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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 24, 2024

Pastor returns to Ethiopia with adopted sons

Renaut Van Der Riet took two of his boys on a mission trip to the African country where they lived for the first part of their lives before being taken to an orphanage and, ultimately, meeting Van Der Riet and his wife, Brooke.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 24, 2024

Shine Bright actors staging ‘Shrek Jr.’

The acting studio in Winter Garden is taking young students into the swamp for its next performance July 25 and 26.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 23, 2024

Back-to-school event taking place in Tildenville

Backpacks, school supplies, hygiene items and lunch will be provided for attendees.

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Michael Eng
July 22, 2024

Local Motion 2024: Your guide to living local

Local Motion is the Observer's annual insider's guide to life in West Orange County.

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By AVA MARIE PETROSKI I OLYMPIA HIGH SCHOOL
July 18, 2024

No right way to write: My experiences at playwriting summer camp

Observer summer writer Ava Marie Petroski stepped out of her comfort zone and studied songwriting.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 17, 2024

West Orange County history for the week of July 18, 2024

These are the people and events who made headlines in West Orange County's past.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 17, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Rosen JCC Camp J

More than 200 children from kindergarten through eighth grade are attending the camp this year in Southwest Orange County.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 17, 2024

Dog rescue needs volunteers so it can help more animals

Consistent helpers are needed at Polka Dogz Pet Rescue to take care of the dogs and shower them with love while they wait to be adopted.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 17, 2024

Champion rider starts equine-assisted therapy program

Shelby Combs grew up in the horse-riding circuit, amassing many awards, and now she’s using her skills to help people with physical, emotional and cognitive disabilities.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 17, 2024

West Orange Habitat dedicates 3 houses

Three single mothers received the keys to their new homes in Winter Garden.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 15, 2024

PHOTOS: Windermere Prep Lake Cypress Camp

Campers spent the morning jumping, splashing and laughing at a carnival-themed camp Friday, July 12, at Windermere Preparatory School.

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Sam Albuquerque
July 12, 2024

Winter Garden Squeeze player John Smith III wins second Home Run Derby

The University of South Alabama commit and former Pensacola State College player won his second consecutive Florida League home run derby.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 12, 2024

Rosen JCC to host Bundles & Bagels event

Children younger than years old will have the opportunity to be amazed by the talents of the Menestrelli Dogs.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 11, 2024

Oakland gallery looking for Lake Apopka art

The Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center at the town of Oakland invites local artists to submit their artwork for the next exhibition.

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Annabelle Sikes
July 11, 2024

Dr. P. Phillips YMCA unveils renovations of pool, aquatic area

The signature “Red Rocket” slide has been renovated to a new two-story, triple-twist water slide, and the zero-entry pool area has been refurbished with all-new interactive water features.

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