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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 29, 2024

Horizon West plans annual festival

The Horizon West Fest takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday in the Hamlin Town Center.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 28, 2024

PHOTOS: Taborfield Park Grand Opening

The 6.5-acre park features a playground, picnic area, fitness zone and more.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Angel Bodiford, Thornebrooke Elementary School

Program assistant Angel Bodiford has been at the elementary school since it opened 22 years ago.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

This week in West Orange County history: Feb. 29, 2024

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

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

Bay Lake student earns barbecue lunch for class

Elementary school fourth-grader Aayat Beg’s kindness filled the hearts — and bellies — of her fellow classmates.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 28, 2024

Gotha Middle student first to win top honors/best in show at Florida State Junior Thespian Festival

Ava Petroski, 13, achieved a perfect score and beat out other writers from across the state in the yearly competition.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 28, 2024

Local veteran nonprofit SeaWaves hosting Paint to Heal event

The guided painting session, led by award-winning artist Monica Vazquez, will have its proceeds donated to the nonprofit to promote healing by funding the program.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 28, 2024

Meals on Wheels: Train museum showcases Dining in Style exhibition

One of the most memorable experiences of any passenger train ride was enjoying a fancy meal in the dining car.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 27, 2024

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints partners with Well of Hope Food Bank to help locals facing food insecurities

Volunteer members of the Orlando Florida West Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ have been volunteering time to help at the Well of Hope Food Bank and Thrift Store.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 26, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Summerlake Elementary School Stars Dance

Gator students, friends and family members danced the night away at the special evening.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 25, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 town of Windermere PetFest

The annual event featured a multitude of activities, including doggie games, a children’s bubble zone, awards for pets, vendors, K-9 demonstrations, story time and food trucks.