• Alternate Text
  • Loading

  • Ocoee Centennial
  • Podcast
  • Baldwin Park Living
  • Calendars
  • Public Notices
  • e-Newspaper App
  • Subscribe
  • Login
  • West Orange Times
    • News
    • Opinion
    • Neighborhood
    • Sports
    • Business
    • Real Estate
    • Obituaries
    • Your Town
    • Health
    • History
    • House Wise
    • Hurricane
  • Southwest Orange
    • News
    • Opinion
    • Neighborhood
    • Real Estate
    • Sports
    • Business
    • Obituaries
    • Your Town
    • Health
    • History
    • House Wise
    • Hurricane
  • School Zone
    • Graduation 2025
  • Sports
    • Friday Night Sights
    • High School
    • Athlete of the Week
    • Youth Sports
    • Game Film
  • Arts & Entertainment
    • Season Magazine
    • Things to Do
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts & Culture
    • Foodie Call
    • Summer Fun Guide
  • Galleries
  • Special Sections
  • West Orange Times
    • West Orange Times
    • News
    • Opinion
    • Neighborhood
    • Sports
    • Business
    • Real Estate
    • Obituaries
    • Your Town
    • Health
    • History
    • House Wise
    • Hurricane
  • Southwest Orange
    • Southwest Orange
    • News
    • Opinion
    • Neighborhood
    • Real Estate
    • Sports
    • Business
    • Obituaries
    • Your Town
    • Health
    • History
    • House Wise
    • Hurricane
  • School Zone
    • School Zone
    • Graduation 2025
  • Sports
    • Sports
    • Friday Night Sights
    • High School
    • Athlete of the Week
    • Youth Sports
    • Game Film
  • Arts & Entertainment
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Season Magazine
    • Things to Do
    • Eat + Drink
    • Arts & Culture
    • Foodie Call
    • Summer Fun Guide
  • Galleries
  • Special Sections
  • West Orange On The Go
  • Ocoee Centennial
  • Podcast
  • Baldwin Park Living
  • Calendars
  • Public Notices
  • Subscribe
  • Login

Southwest Orange | News

    By
  • Debra Garcia
  • May 29, 2025
BREAKING: Ocoee police searching for missing teen

Lorenzo Robles, 16, left home Tuesday afternoon and has not returned.

  • West Orange Times & Observer
  • News
    By
  • Debra Garcia
  • May 29, 2025
Dr. Phillips boy competes in national conservation contest

Eight-year-old Aaron Briskman is competing in the National Wildlife Federation’s Jr. Ranger Competition, a nationwide contest for children passionate about conservation.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • May 28, 2025
Agave Bandido announces opening date for Hamlin location

The Mexican-inspired restaurant and tequila bar is known for its bold flavors, energy and elevated dining experiences.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
  • By Amy Quesinberry Price
  • May 28, 2025
Vietnam, Desert Storm veteran experiences D.C. with Honor Flight

Joel Doss, of Ocoee, was nominated for the one-day trip to Washington, D.C., to experience the war memorials in the nation’s capital. Doss served in both the Vietnam and Persian Gulf wars.

  • West Orange Times & Observer
  • News
    By
  • Debra Garcia
  • May 28, 2025
Man arrested in attack on 90-year-old woman at Dr. Phillips senior community

Deriko Hill allegedly confessed to the crime, prompting a review of security measures at local senior facilities.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • May 26, 2025
PHOTOS: Woodlawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home’s 75th annual Memorial Day Service

Woodlawn unveiled its new Gold Star Family Monument at the 2025 service, which took place Monday, May 26.

  • Southwest Orange
  • Neighborhood
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • May 25, 2025
Woman dies in early-morning crash on State Road 429

The single-vehicle crash occurred at about 4:27 a.m. Sunday, May 25, at Mile Marker 8.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • Liz Ramos
  • May 22, 2025
Windermere Town Council stalls Town Hall restrooms

Town Council directed staff to look at alternate locations for the restrooms.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • 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.

  • West Orange Times & Observer
  • News
    By
  • Debra Garcia
  • May 20, 2025
UPDATE: Road closures in Windermere continues

Construction on West 2nd Avenue continues into second week

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • 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.

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • 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.

  • Arts + Entertainment
  • Eat + Drink
    By
  • Michael Eng
  • May 19, 2025
UPDATE: Hold has been lifted at Windermere High

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

  • Southwest Orange
  • News
    By
  • 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.

  • Observer School Zone
  • Photos
    By
  • 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.

  • Observer School Zone
  • Photos
« 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 »

Newsletter

Sign up to receive our news in your inbox!
Click to Sign Up

Latest News News

1
  • June 23, 2025
Prescribed forest fire guided tour in Oakland
2
  • June 23, 2025
Oakland Nature Preserve recycling plan
3
  • June 23, 2025
Foundation Academy welcomes new school director
4
  • June 23, 2025
Dr. P. Phillips Hospital to have Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream available
5
  • June 20, 2025
Private company to bring recycling to Winter Garden

Contact

  • 661 Garden Commerce Parkway, Suite 180
  • Winter Garden, FL 34787
  • Phone: 407-656-2121
  • Email: [email protected]

sister sites

  • Business Observer
  • Jax Daily Record
  • Observer Local News
  • Your Observer

  • e-Newspaper App

more

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe
  • School Fundraiser
  • Jobs
  • Rack Locations
  • Sponsorships
  • Privacy Policy

Newsletter

Sign up to receive our news in your inbox!

Click to Sign Up

Verified Audit

  • USPS Periodicals Permit
  • USPS# 687-120
  • as required for Public Notices per F.S. 50.011
  • Statement of Ownership
  • Copyright © 2025 Observer Media Group Inc., All Rights Reserved