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Sam Albuquerque
August 28, 2025

Ocoee leaders support unifying West Orange cities in county redistricting

The Ocoee City Commission voted to express support for the proposed county redistricting map, which places Ocoee, Winter Garden, Oakland, and Apopka in the same district.

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Liz Ramos
August 28, 2025

Dr. Phillips chess club works to expand opportunities

Alpha & Omega Orlando Chess Club wants to include more members while providing new opportunities to compete and advance players' skills.

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Liz Ramos
August 28, 2025

The Unsolved: Ocoee PD identifies skeletal remains of missing person

Lloyd P. Williams had been missing since 2013. His skeletal remains were found in 2016. The case remains under investigation.

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Michael Eng
August 28, 2025

Keene’s Pointe estate tops Windermere sales from Aug. 18 to 25

The home at 9301 Tibet Pointe Circle, Windermere, sold Aug. 22, for $6,212,500.

Southwest Orange
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Leticia Silva
August 27, 2025

Oakley's Trailside Treats

Oakland has treats! Oakley's Trailside Treats is a snack stand built for walkers, bikers and families in the Oakland area.

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Leticia Silva
August 27, 2025

Orange County employees to be subpoenaed over DOGE audit

Gov. Ron DeSantis accused Orange County of being uncooperative during DOGE audit.

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Leticia Silva
August 27, 2025

DWS Group acquires Winter Garden Village

The asset management company recently bought the shopping center for $165 million.

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Leticia Silva
August 27, 2025

Vibrant: A new way to assist maturing adults

Foundation for a Healthier West Orange’s newest investment, Vibrant, is a nonprofit that will empower adults in the Dr. Phillips, Winter Garden and Ocoee areas.