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Leticia Silva
October 16, 2025

Haunted house becomes tradition in Bay Hill

For 17 years, Matthew and Amy Allen have turned their home into a haunted house that has become a community tradition while raising money for causes like a kindness campaign.

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Leticia Silva
October 15, 2025

Orange County set on new district map

The Orange County Board of County Commissioners voted on a new map during its meeting Tuesday, Oct. 14 to expand districts from six to eight.

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Leticia Silva
October 14, 2025

Windermere Prep recognized as a top school in the nation

Windermere Preparatory School shared to social media its recognitions by Niche Best School Rankings.

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Megan Bruinsma
October 14, 2025

Horizon West infant running for Baby of the Year

Eliza Cohen’s competing for Baby of the Year to fund her laser treatments.

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Leticia Silva
October 13, 2025

Homegrown in Horizon West to host children-run businesses

The market will feature young entrepreneurs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19 at 1601 New Independence Parkway, Winter Garden.

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Leticia Silva
October 13, 2025

Oh my gourd! It’s pumpkin patch time at St. Luke’s

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church will host a pumpkin patch noon to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, starting Friday, Oct. 17 through Friday, Oct. 31, at 4851 S.

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Leticia Silva
October 13, 2025

Windermere to experience various road closures

The town announced multiple road closures will be in effect from Monday, Oct. 13 to Friday, Oct. 17.

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Megan Bruinsma
October 10, 2025

Tragedy near Oak Ridge postpones football game against Windermere High

The game originally scheduled for Friday, Oct. 10 will be pushed back to Monday, Nov. 3 because of a tragic event in the area.

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Leticia Silva
October 9, 2025

Horizon West's Abbott’s Frozen Custard asks for help to keep doors open

The frozen custard spot is asking residents to come by and support the business.

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Liz Ramos
October 9, 2025

Disney mariachi director receives Walt Disney Legacy Award

Esteban Carrillo is the co-founder and director of the world-renowned Mariachi Cobre, which performs in the Mexico pavilion at EPCOT.

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Leticia Silva
October 8, 2025

E-bikes & motorized scooters: Here's what you need to know

With an increased amount of e-bikes and scooters on the roads, it's important to know the safety guidelines and laws when it comes to riding.

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Leticia Silva
October 8, 2025

Windermere teen launches business nonprofit

Gustavo Campos, 16, launched a nonprofit dedicated to empowering the next generation by teaching the fundamentals of business.

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Leticia Silva
October 8, 2025

The maps are in: Orange County to finalize district lines

The Orange County Commission is scheduled to select one of two options for a new districting map at its Oct. 14 meeting.

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Leticia Silva
October 7, 2025

Horizon West Theater Company to host Halloween Pints and Performances

The event will take place from 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11 at Two Bridges Pub, located at 16112 Marsh Road, Winter Garden.

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Leticia Silva
October 7, 2025

Swig to open location in Hamlin

The drive-thru soda shop has made plans to open in front of Urban Air Adventure Park in Hamlin.

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