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By Amy Quesinberry
March 30, 2023

WGHF holding citrus label sale

Fruit labels from local and statewide packing houses will be for sale during this weekend’s downtown Winter Garden festival.

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By Andrea Mujica
March 30, 2023

THE BUCK STARTS HERE: Ocoee names new football coach

Former defensive coordinator and former Super Bowl champion Sheddrick “Buck” Gurley will assume the helm of the football program at Ocoee High School.

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By Marnie Forestieri, Founder of Young Innovators Academy
March 30, 2023

Built to Last

I recognized there had to be a better way to teach young children how to pursue their passions and, at the same time, prepare them to succeed in formal school. Because of this realization, my passion was born to make a difference.

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SERVING NOTICE: Horizon High beach volleyball, power on sand

The Lady Hawks beach volleyball team is undefeated so far in its second season as an established team. They’re hungry for more.

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By Amy Quesinberry
March 29, 2023

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Abel Romero Rodriguez, Maxey Elementary

The custodian at Maxey Elementary takes pride in keeping the campus looking nice and always is willing to help others.

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By Amy Quesinberry
March 29, 2023

Catch the spring fever at Bloom & Grow festival

The Bloom & Grow Garden Society is holding its popular annual Spring Fever in the Garden outdoor-themed event Saturday and Sunday in downtown Winter Garden.

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By Amy Quesinberry
March 29, 2023

This week in West Orange County history: March 30, 2023

These are the people and events that were making headlines in West Orange County's past.

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By Amy Quesinberry
March 29, 2023

Last Winter Garden citrus plant closes

Heller Bros. Packing Corp., which opened on Ninth Street in 1939, has ended its citrus production line after 84 years.

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By Amy Quesinberry
March 29, 2023

1938-2022: Tom Garrison brought magic to Disney, family

Tom Garrison’s decades-long career with Disney started in the mailroom. He was among the company’s California executives who relocated to Florida to open Walt Disney World.