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  • Michael Eng
  • May 21, 2025
Foundation Academy President Dave Buckles leaves the Lions’ den

After stepping down as president of Foundation Academy, Dave Buckles is using the lessons he learned to help schools across the country with his company, Paradox Consultants.

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  • Debra Garcia
  • May 20, 2025
Road closures in Windermere start May 19

Construction on West 2nd Avenue planned for May 19-21.

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  • Michael Eng
  • May 19, 2025
Windermere High employee placed on administrative leave following allegations

Principal Andrew Leftakis made the announcement just hours after a gun report disrupted school operations.

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  • Michael Eng
  • May 19, 2025
Jag Cantina nears Windermere opening

The Mexican restaurants and tequila bar will open in the building formerly occupied by Black Rock Bar & Grill, 8965 Conroy Windermere Road, Orlando.

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  • Michael Eng
  • May 19, 2025
UPDATE: Hold has been lifted at Windermere High

Police located the suspected student off-campus; no weapon was found.

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  • Sam Albuquerque
  • May 17, 2025
PHOTOS: The First Academy Commencement Ceremony 2025

The First Academy held its commencement ceremony for the Class of 2025 Friday, May 16, at First Orlando’s worship center.

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  • Sam Albuquerque
  • May 16, 2025
PHOTOS: Horizon High senior walkout 2025

The Class of 2025 officially said goodbye to Horizon High as part of its senior walkout celebration.

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  • Sam Albuquerque
  • May 15, 2025
PopStroke Hamlin slated to open in August

The mini-golf concept, partially owned by Tiger Woods’ TGR Ventures, that features two 18-hole putting courses, food and drink, and outdoor games is coming to Hamlin this fall.

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  • Debra Garcia
  • May 15, 2025
Rosen Aquatic & Fitness Center expands free swim lessons for Orange County residents

A new transportation grant removes barriers to boost participation in water-safety efforts.

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  • Amy Quesinberry Price
  • May 14, 2025
Patient reunites with doctors who saved his life

Steve Weisz was treated for multiple organ failure last year, and at one point, his family was called in to say goodbye.

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  • Michael Eng
  • May 13, 2025
Tourist tax collections top $40 million in March

The $40,177,100 March 2025 total was slightly lower than the same month one year ago.

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  • Debra Garcia
  • May 13, 2025
HCA files plans for new ER in Horizon West

The company recently began construction on a freestanding ER in Winter Garden.

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  • Debra Garcia
  • May 13, 2025
Dates for Disney's 2025 Not-So-Scary Halloween Party announced

Guests can start buying tickets late mid- to late-May.

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  • Debra Garcia
  • May 9, 2025
Two injured in shooting at Horizon West apartment complex

The shooting took place at about 10:10 p.m. last night.

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  • Liz Ramos
  • May 8, 2025
Orlando Health — Horizon West Hospital earns 'A' grade for patient safety

Orlando Health's Dr. P. Phillips and Health Central hospitals earned a 'B' grade.

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