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Michael Eng
November 12, 2024

Pedestrian dies in Southwest Orange crash

The 31-year-old woman from Germany was pronounced dead at Orlando Regional Medical Center.

Southwest Orange
News

Michael Eng
November 12, 2024

West Lake Hancock Estates home tops Horizon West sales from Nov. 4 to 10

The home at 7526 John Hancock Drive, Winter Garden, sold Nov. 4, for $2,500,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

Amy Quesinberry Price
November 11, 2024

Gas district receives second grant from safety group

The grant came from the U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, and the funds will support repair, replacement and acquisition of equipment for the Lake Apopka district.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Annabelle Sikes
November 11, 2024

Ocoee senior community welcomes evacuees following Hurricane Milton

After learning that residents from one of their sister communities had to evacuate due to the storm, Madison at Ocoee residents came together to provide support.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Annabelle Sikes
November 11, 2024

Four Seasons Resort Orlando raises more than $519,000 for pediatric cancer research and care

The money was raised through the second annual Four Seasons Orlando Invitational held in partnership with Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida.

Southwest Orange
News

Michael Eng
November 11, 2024

Parkside home tops Dr. Phillips sales from Nov. 4 to 10

The home at 8440 Chilton Drive, Orlando, sold Nov. 4, for $860,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

Michael Eng
November 10, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Horizon West Happenings Flavor Fest

Horizon West foodies enjoyed their favorite event of the year as Horizon West Happenings hosted the 2024 Flavor Fest from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, at 14111 Shoreside Way, Winter Garden.

Southwest Orange
Neighborhood

Sam Albuquerque
November 10, 2024

TFA ready to keep fighting after FHSAA upholds sanctions against football team

FHSAA denies TFA's appeals, upholds sanctions of a two-year postseason ban and forfeiture of wins for football team. Royals are 'prepared to seek remedies through the court system.'

Sports
High Schools

Annabelle Sikes
November 10, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 West Orange Habitat for Humanity Rock the House

Community members gathered for the annual event, which is a unique celebration filled with live entertainment, food and drinks, a silent/live auction, and stories from Habitat families.