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Leticia Silva
September 19, 2025

Eastbound I-4 exit ramp to Sand Lake to close overnight

The Florida Department of Transportation announced the overnight closure of exit ramp 74A Monday, Sept. 22.

Southwest Orange
News

By Michael Eng
September 19, 2025

Lake Cove Pointe home tops Winter Garden sales from Sept. 8 to 14

The home at 557 Lake Cove Pointe Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 11, for $1,700,000.

West Orange Times & Observer
Real Estate

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Man arrested for murder of Winter Garden engineer six years later

The murder took place in 2019, a day after Michael Kotait left home for Gainesville to see family, officials said.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Westbrooke Elementary renovates its media center

Artist Jordan Emmitt created a colorful space for kids at the school, further enhancing the media center’s renovations.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Leticia Silva
September 18, 2025

Dr. Phillips cadet recognized worldwide

Senior Mayra Feliciano was recognized as Cadet of the Year worldwide.

Southwest Orange
News

Megan Bruinsma
September 18, 2025

Introducing myself to you: The Observer's new writer, Megan Bruinsma

As the Observer’s new staff writer, I look forward to diving into West Orange and Southwest Orange sports communities.

West Orange Times & Observer
Opinion

Liz Ramos
September 18, 2025

Candlelight Processional returns to Disney's EPCOT

The holiday tradition will light up the stage from Nov. 28 through Dec. 30 during the 2025 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays.

Southwest Orange
News

Michael Eng
September 18, 2025

Prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk planned for Saturday in Winter Garden

The vigil will take place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, on the steps of Winter Garden City Hall, 300 W. Plant St.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
September 18, 2025

Keene’s Pointe home tops Windermere sales from Sept. 8 to 14

The home at 8475 Eagles Loop Circle, Windermere, sold Sept. 11, for $1,475,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

Liz Ramos
September 17, 2025

Winter Garden drafts ordinance to combat Senate Bill 180

City commissioners approved the first reading of an ordinance to bring development control back to Winter Garden after Senate Bill 180 was signed into law.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
September 17, 2025

West Orange High School Class of 1990 plans reunion

In keeping with good school spirit, the class also is welcoming members of the classes of 1989 and 1991 to join the fun.

West Orange Times & Observer
Your Town

By Amy Quesinberry Price
September 17, 2025

Church of the Messiah in Winter Garden celebrates 75 years of faithful service

The Episcopal church is celebrating its anniversary with the Sunday evening service of supper and a one-minute message.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Jeff Lawrence | Between Faith & Reason
September 17, 2025

MY VIEW: How then shall we live?

This is a version of the script for the Sept. 12 episode of Between Faith & Reason in response to the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

West Orange Times & Observer
Opinion

Liz Ramos
September 17, 2025

Walk for Lives comes to Orlando

Local brings Walk for Lives to Lake Eola Park to spread awareness and fight against the fentanyl epidemic.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

Michael Eng
September 17, 2025

Orange County Public Schools estimates 6,700 fewer students this year, School Board approves 2025-26 budget

At the same time, the number of Orange County students taking advantage of the voucher program is estimated to increase by 5,154.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

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