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Megan Bruinsma
December 18, 2025

West Orange kids enjoy Orlando Magic funded shopping spree

West Orange Boys and Girls Club enjoyed a special opportunity to shop for two hours in Walmart from the Orlando Magic and PepsiCo’s Holiday Shopping Spree.

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Liz Ramos
December 17, 2025

West Orange High band students continue caroling tradition

Jay Zimmerman started caroling with six friends when he was in seventh grade. Now as a junior, he's joined by 40-plus students performing on the streets of his neighborhood.

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By Observer Staff
December 15, 2025

PHOTOS: Thousands attend live nativity in Horizon West

Representatives of five local Christian churches, three non-profit organizations, two OCPS school choirs, a Portuguese church choir and three OCPS FFA programs cooperated in presenting the two-day celebration.

Southwest Orange
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Leticia Silva
December 14, 2025

PHOTOS: Ocoee's Jolly Jamboree 2025

The city of Ocoee’s Parks and Leisure Services held its annual Jolly Jamboree Saturday, Dec. 13.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
December 11, 2025

PHOTOS: Light Up FA 2025

The Foundation Academy hosted its annual Light Up FA at its Tilden campus Thursday, Dec. 11.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Liz Ramos
December 9, 2025

Ocoee-based nonprofit to provide Christmas presents for thousands

Terrie Scott, founder of A Heart to Give, wants to spread hope and holiday cheer by providing gifts for more than 2,200 children with community support.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
December 8, 2025

PHOTOS: Winter Garden's Christmas Golf Cart Parade

The city of Winter Garden held its annual golf cart parade Saturday, Dec. 6.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva
December 8, 2025

PHOTOS: Oakland's Santa's Lane 2025

Oakland residents enjoyed a fun day of festivities during Santa’s Lane event.

West Orange Times & Observer
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Leticia Silva, Liz Ramos, Megan Bruinsma
December 6, 2025

PHOTOS: 2025 Winter Garden Christmas Parade

The city of Winter Garden celebrated the holiday season with its 2025 Winter Garden Christmas Parade Saturday, Dec. 6.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Liz Ramos
December 5, 2025

PHOTOS: 2025 Light Up Winter Garden

The community gathered at Winter Garden City Hall to ring in the holiday season.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Amy Quesinberry Price
December 5, 2025

WAY BACK WHEN: Ward Britt

For the Winter Garden native and Oakland resident, all roads lead back to West Orange County.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Liz Ramos
November 28, 2025

Williams Holiday House opens for Christmas

People can begin touring the front yard of the house to see the annual holiday displays at 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28.

Arts + Entertainment
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By

Megan Bruinsma
November 26, 2025

PHOTOS: Ocoee Middle Multicultural Night 20205

Ocoee Middle School celebrated its annual Multicultural Night with food and performances.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Liz Ramos
November 25, 2025

Winter Garden, Ocoee fire departments help Santa come to town

Winter Garden’s Santa Run and Ocoee’s Operation Santa bring joy to the community.

West Orange Times & Observer
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By

Leticia Silva
November 23, 2025

PHOTOS: Home for the Holidays fundraiser

Nonprofit Eight Waves held its annual Home for the Holidays fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 22.

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