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September 12, 2017

PHOTOS: Hurricane Irma rips through West Orange

A late turn in its path pushed the eye of Hurricane Irma closer to West Orange County.

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Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

Townhouse community set to break ground in downtown Winter Garden

Park Place Winter Garden will be a 32-townhouse community in the heart of downtown Winter Garden.

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Real Estate

Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

Winter Garden Subway debuts new design, drive-thru

The Subway on Dillard Street is one of four in Central Florida to feature a new design and also boasts a drive-thru.

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News

Danielle Hendrix
September 10, 2017

West Orange-area organizations mobilize relief efforts for Hurricane Harvey

CrossFit Winter Garden was one of various local groups to organize a relief effort for victims of Hurricane Harvey.

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News

Danielle Hendrix
September 8, 2017

Orange County officials brief residents on Hurricane Irma preparation, protocols

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs provided information on communication, government closings, schools, shelters and more emergency preparation.

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Brittany Gaines
September 8, 2017

Officials prep their voices for the annual Karaoke Clash

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s annual Karaoke Clash will feature teams from several West Orange municipalities.

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Neighborhood

Brittany Gaines
September 8, 2017

New Beginnings reaches out in Winter Garden

Since opening a location in Winter Garden two years ago, New Beginnings has assisted hundreds in need

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Neighborhood

Brittany Gaines
September 8, 2017

Foundation Academy senior self-publishes her first book

Ariel McMillan published her first book, “Pathfinders Rebellion,” over the summer

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Arts + Culture

Brittany Gaines
September 7, 2017

Gov. Rick Scott orders the closure of public schools

On Thursday evening, Gov. Scott ordered that all public schools close from Friday, Sept. 8, to Tuesday, Sept. 12

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News

Brittany Gaines
September 7, 2017

OCPS annouces schools will be closed Monday, Sept. 11

Orange County Public Schools decided to close schools on Monday, Sept. 11 due to Hurricane Irma

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Ocoee Lions Club looking for new home

The 69-year-old organization currently meets in a century-old former train depot and is raising funds for a new building with better opportunities.

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Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Power bills to increase in 2018

With or without a pending settlement that allows Duke Energy to invest in smart meters and solar, Florida's energy costs are below the national average.

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News

Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Minnicks on a mission

The family of 6 has sold all its belongings and is moving to Costa Rica this week to serve as directors of seven pregnancy centers and share the Gospel.

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Neighborhood

Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Challenge 22 5K to shed light on veteran suicide

The 5K walk, scheduled for this Saturday, Sept. 9, has been rescheduled for Nov. 18 because of the impending arrival of Hurricane Irma.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
September 6, 2017

Obituary: Thomas Estes Swindle

Mr. Swindle, 72, of Howey-in-the-Hills, died Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017.

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