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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.

Sports
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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.

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Sam Albuquerque
February 21, 2024

Athlete of the Week: Aida Bell, Horizon girls soccer

In her senior season, Aida Bell, a Centre College girls soccer signee, has continued to add to her already-special legacy at Horizon.

Sports
Athlete of the Week

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February 21, 2024

Lake Olympia Club home tops Ocoee sales from Feb. 11 to 17

The home at 128 Olympus Drive, Ocoee, sold Feb. 16, for $660,000. It was the largest transaction in Ocoee from Feb. 11 to 17.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 20, 2024

Tropical Smoothie Cafe now open in Ocoee

The eatery replaces the space previously occupied by Vitality Bowls off of West Colonial Drive.

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Michael Eng
February 20, 2024

Waterleigh home tops Horizon West sales from Feb. 11 to 17

The home at 9020 Sonoma Coast Drive, Winter Garden, sold Feb. 16, for $1,025,000.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 19, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Central Florida Chili Cook Off

Residents sampled and judged a plethora of chili at the annual Central Florida Chili Cook Off hosted by Legacy Events for Education.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
February 19, 2024

PHOTOS: SunRidge Middle “Under the Stars” dance

Students from all three grades gathered in the cafeteria for a fun evening of music and dancing.

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Annabelle Sikes
February 19, 2024

PHOTOS: Prevost celebrates 100th anniversary in Winter Garden

Prevost, a leader in ultra-luxury motor coaches, hosted a 100th anniversary celebration Thursday, Feb. 15, for employees, customers and local officials at its service center in Winter Garden.