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Amy Quesinberry Price
July 31, 2025

HISTORY: West Orange County of yesteryear for week of July 31, 2025

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

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History

Michael Eng
July 31, 2025

Orthodox synagogue files discrimination lawsuit against Orange County

The Orange County Commission denied the Orlando Torah Center’s application to expand its synagogue in the Sand Lake Hills community.

Southwest Orange
News

Megan Bruinsma
July 31, 2025

Theatre at St. Luke’s to present "Big Fish”

The church will have nine performances of the show from Thursday, July 31, to Sunday, Aug. 10.

Arts + Entertainment
Things to Do

Liz Ramos
July 31, 2025

Winter Garden City Commission approves language to deter solicitation

The commission also approved a tentative millage rate.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
July 31, 2025

Isleworth estate tops Windermere sales from July 21 to 27

The home at 9724 Chestnut Ridge Drive, Windermere, sold July 25, for $4,330,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

Sam Albuquerque
July 31, 2025

Officer embodies WGPD standards in response to motorcycle crash

Officer Brian Drechsel went above and beyond to make sure the crash victim’s family was notified in the middle of the night.

West Orange Times & Observer

Leticia Silva
July 30, 2025

Oakland's commission talks tax for road pavings

Oakland Shores residents would pay more taxes to have the streets paved quickly.

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Leticia Silva
July 30, 2025

Remembering Montel: Yellow Dog Eats’ feline

Montel was a cat that lived at Yellow Dog Eats for more than 16 years. She was loved by all staff and customers, who’s now living through their memories.

Southwest Orange
News

Leticia Silva
July 30, 2025

Dr. P. Phillips Hospital earns recertification from the Joint Commission

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital received a certification from the nation’s leading accrediting body in health care for its orthopedic care.

Southwest Orange
News

Liz Ramos
July 30, 2025

New I-4, Daryl Carter Parkway interchange opens

The interchange has three new ramps that will make traveling to restaurants, retail, tourist attractions and more easier.

Southwest Orange
News

Liz Ramos
July 30, 2025

Horizon West artist to share newfound passion

"Abuela the artist" found a love for painting after arthritis made playing the piano too difficult. Now her artwork will be on display at Sonata Windermere.