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  • August 7, 2026
Our Cause 4 Paws Rescue in need of community help

The nonprofit said it no longer is capable of intaking dogs due to financial struggles.

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  • August 7, 2026
New traffic signal installed in Ocoee

The new traffic signal is located at the intersection of West Road and Fountains West Boulevard.

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  • August 6, 2026
Evoo Fresh Mediterranean Kitchen now open in Ocoee

The restaurant offers fresh Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine made with authentic flavors.

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  • August 6, 2026
Missing teen found

Chance Douglas Frier, 16, was found in Frostproof in Polk County.

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  • August 5, 2026
Man accused of killing stepfather near Ocoee

A 44-year-old man was arrested Wednesday, Aug. 5, and is being accused of killing and dismembering his stepfather who was reported missing Tuesday, Aug. 4.

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  • August 5, 2026
Barrio Burrito Bar coming to Ocoee

The restaurant will be located at 1720 E. Silver Star Road, Unit A-108, Ocoee.

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  • August 5, 2026
Leon County judge orders Amendment 3 rewrite

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has 10 days to rewrite the ballot title and summary.

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  • August 5, 2026
Oakland sees $11 million decrease in general budget

Oakland’s Finance Director Gaby Leon said the town’s general budget was overestimated by $11 million.

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  • August 5, 2026
Meet the candidates 2026: 11th Congressional District Democrats

Three candidates — James Pericola, Royal Webster and Dan Williams — are vying to succeed Rep. Daniel Webster.

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  • August 5, 2026
Meet 11th Congressional District democratic candidate Dan Williams

Read our Q&A with Florida's 11th Congressional District democratic candidate Dan Williams.

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  • August 5, 2026
Meet 11th Congressional District democratic candidate Royal Webster

Read our Q&A with Florida's 11th Congressional District democratic candidate Royal Webster.

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Meet 11th Congressional District democratic candidate James Pericola

Read our Q&A with Florida's 11th Congressional District democratic candidate James Pericola.

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  • August 4, 2026
West Orange High assistant principal nominated for OCPS Assistant Principal of the Year

Dr. Rosie Williams was nominated for the award.

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  • August 4, 2026
Paving in Oakland to cause road closures

Road closures will take place Wednesday, Aug. 12, on East Vick Avenue.

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  • August 4, 2026
Matthew's Hope in urgent need of items

Needs include clothing items, hygiene items and miscellaneous items.

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