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Liz Ramos
August 11, 2026

Musicology to open in Winter Garden

A cancer diagnosis led Winter Garden resident and music business pro Jeff Hanson to open Musicology, West Orange’s new music school.

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Liz Ramos
August 10, 2026

Oakland Farmers Market returns after a summer break

The first farmers market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, at 126 W. Petris Ave.

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Liz Ramos
August 9, 2026

PHOTOS: Arts After 5 presents Disney's "Frozen Jr."

Dozens of children showcase their talents in 10th annual summer Arts After 5 musical.

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Liz Ramos
August 5, 2026

Winter Garden Community Choir celebrates 20th anniversary

The choir is celebrating 20 years of unity, giving back to the community and creating new experiences for its members.

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Leticia Silva
August 3, 2026

Ocoee asks for input on parks, recreation and trails

The city is asking residents to fill out a survey about its parks, trails and special events.

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Leticia Silva
August 2, 2026

PHOTOS: Winter Garden’s Back to School Bash 2026

Winter Garden held a Back to School Bash offering free backpacks, school-supply giveaways and more Saturday, Aug. 1, at Newton Park and Farnsworth Pool.

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Leticia Silva
August 2, 2026

PHOTOS: Healthy Family Day at Roper YMCA 2026

The Roper YMCA invited families for fun and healthy activities Saturday, August. 1, at its annual Healthy Family Day event.

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Megan Bruinsma
August 1, 2026

PHOTOS: The Pink Affair 2026

Women gathered for a networking opportunity at the disco edition of The Pink Affair Friday, July 31.

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Leticia Silva
July 22, 2026

Ocoee community comes together to help 83-year-old veteran

After losing his love, his life savings and his home, Ed Johnson is experiencing unparalleled kindness and generosity from Ocoee residents.

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Leticia Silva
July 20, 2026

City of Ocoee extends construction work on North Lakewood Avenue

The construction work now will take place from Monday, July 20, through Friday, July 31.

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Leticia Silva
July 18, 2026

PHOTOS: Ocoee's Family Recreation Day 2026

The city of Ocoee hosted a family event with music, rides, water slides and other fun activities for its residents Saturday, July 18, at the Jim Beech Recreation Center and Family Aquatic Center.

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Leticia Silva
July 16, 2026

Oakland Police shares tribute after its first K-9 dies

Chase, a Belgian malinois, was the department's first K-9 back in 2017.

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Liz Ramos
July 14, 2026

Winter Garden unveils "Dog Days of Summer" art exhibit

Area artists show off their talents with depictions of their furry friends in Winter Garden’s ‘Dog Days of Summer’ art exhibit, which will be in city hall through Aug. 31.

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Leticia Silva
July 11, 2026

PHOTOS: Oakland Nature Preserve's Summer Camp 2026

The Oakland Nature Preserve taught its summer-camp students about the natural world and its unique creatures through Eric Carle’s books.

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Liz Ramos
July 10, 2026

West Orange Walkers to host free indoor 5K

The West Orange Walkers is partnering with Healthy West Orange, Orlando Health and Roper YMCA to host the 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 11, at the West Oaks Mall.

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