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Sam Albuquerque
February 22, 2024

Olympia, Windermere High’s budding rivalry is blooming this winter sports season

With about 7.5 miles between the schools, an intertwined history and constant matchups, it was inevitable the two would clash and this season may have been it.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 21, 2024

Four West Orange students selected as winners in Page 15's writing contest

Out of 178 submissions, four authors from the selected 15 winners of Page 15's annual High School Writing Contest are from West Orange County.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

Are you ready to take over the trails?

Healthy West Orange is taking over the West Orange Trail Thursday.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

Windermere PetFest is Saturday

Grab your pup and head to downtown Windermere Saturday.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Dannerys Sanchez, Dr. Phillips Elementary School

Dannerys Sanchez is the front office clerk at Dr. Phillips Elementary School and is the first point of contact for parents, staff and visitors.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

This week in West Orange County history: Feb. 22, 2024

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

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Sam Albuquerque
February 21, 2024

Progress over perfection: How Foundation Academy cheer became world champions

In a season full of adversity, Foundation Academy cheer was able to rally and win every major championship.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

Oakland PD recognizes officers, staff

Police Chief Darron Esan presented an award to the Officer of the Year and handed out two community service awards and two distinguished employee awards.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

11-hour Winter Garden Music Festival is Saturday

More than 30 acts will share their musical talents from six stages during the all-day concert in downtown Winter Garden.

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Sam Albuquerque
February 21, 2024

Dr. Phillips girls basketball’s intensity helps punch ticket to regional finals, on course for states 3-peat

Dr. Phillips wants to play fast and they use ultra-intense defense to do so and to win championships.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 21, 2024

Children’s store opens in downtown Winter Garden

The name of the shop, Valerie’s Garden Boutique, was inspired by hand- and footprint artwork the owner received when her premature daughter was in the hospital.