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Liz Ramos
April 1, 2026

Winter Garden leaders approve rezone, hear legislative update

The approvals will allow for more uses, including medical aesthetic/clinics; yoga, ballet and dance; retail; and pet care.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Justice Covert
April 1, 2026

Windermere Prep proposes new campus

Windermere Preparatory School’s new elementary campus, proposed to be built at 15765 New Independence Parkway, has some Horizon West residents worried how it will affect their community.

Southwest Orange
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Liz Ramos
April 1, 2026

Organizations come together for Tildenville food giveaway

The giveaway will be at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 4, at Tildenville Park.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Megan Bruinsma
April 1, 2026

Surviving cancer brought new life to Dr. Phillips teacher

Dr. Phillips High Exceptional Student Education and Learning Disability teacher Suzanne Scherfer overcame her battle with breast cancer by surrounding herself with community — and lots of laughter.

Southwest Orange

Michael Eng
April 1, 2026

Isleworth home tops Windermere-area home sales from March 23 to 29

The home at 6474 Deacon Circle, Windermere, sold March 25, for $4,475,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

By Observer Staff
April 1, 2026

Developer proposes boathouse-boathouses to end Windermere controversy

It seems some creative thinking could bring closure to the town’s open wound.

Southwest Orange
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By Observer Staff
April 1, 2026

County approves E-Bike Ultimate

To keep children safe and drivers sane, a tunnel system will be construction to keep e-bikes and electric scooters off the roads.

Southwest Orange
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By Observer Staff
April 1, 2026

New plan flushes Windermere restroom debate

Buc-ee’s, the convenience store giant that built its reputation on restroom design and maintenance, has been tapped to complete work in the town.

Southwest Orange
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Michael Eng
April 1, 2026

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