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Michael Eng
February 5, 2026

Central Florida Chili Cookoff heats up this weekend

This year’s event takes place from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, in the Hamlin Green Space, 14111 Shoreside Way, Winter Garden.

Arts + Entertainment
Things to Do

Leticia Silva
February 4, 2026

Two Bridges Pub & Eatery closes unexpectedly

The spot located at 16112 Marsh Road, Winter Garden, opened for the last time Tuesday, Feb. 3, and unexpectedly closed its doors.

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News

Leticia Silva
February 4, 2026

Orange County Mayor debates suing federal government

Jerry Demings said the federal government is putting a burden on local governments by failing to adequately compensate them for costs associated with housing ICE detainees.

Southwest Orange
News

Megan Bruinsma
February 4, 2026

The City of Ocoee opens its 21st Annual Black History Month Essay Contest

The essay contest is open to fifth-grade students at schools in Ocoee.

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News

Justice Covert
February 4, 2026

West Orange Dream Center welcomes new executive director

Julia Martinez had prayed for a decade to return to doing what she loved.

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Michael Eng
February 4, 2026

Arden Park South home tops Ocoee home sales from Jan. 26 to Feb. 1

The home at 1260 Arden Oaks Drive, Ocoee, sold Jan. 28, for $730,000.

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Real Estate

Leticia Silva
February 3, 2026

Oakland commissioners approve $55 million on-site sewage treatment plan

The plan for remediation is required by the state. Oakland’s plans will take place over the next two decades.

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Leticia Silva
February 3, 2026

Matthew's Hope hosts karaoke during emergency shelter

MissingLink Entertainment brought its karaoke machine Sunday, Feb. 1, to entertain the homeless.

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Megan Bruinsma
February 3, 2026

Community remembers Ocoee Little League coach who built more than champions

Legendary Little League coach Pete Armstrong died Saturday, Jan. 24, but his memory and teachings will live on through his players.

Sports

Leticia Silva
February 3, 2026

Orlando Magic Guard to make appearance at Planet Fitness

The event will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, at Planet Fitness Ocoee, 10908 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee.

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News

Megan Bruinsma
February 3, 2026

Florida moving to English-only driver’s license exams

Starting Friday, Feb. 6, Florida will require all driver’s license exams to be taken in English.

Southwest Orange
News

Leticia Silva
February 3, 2026

The Healy Clinic now at new spot

The clinic now is located at 730 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden.

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Leticia Silva
February 3, 2026

Johns Lake Conservation Area now open

The nature preserve is located at 880 Avalon Road, Winter Garden.

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Michael Eng
February 3, 2026

Lake Hancock Shores home tops Horizon West home sales from Jan. 26 to Feb. 1

The home at 7706 Ficquette Road, Winter Garden, sold Jan. 28, for $3,600,000.

Southwest Orange
Real Estate

Leticia Silva
February 2, 2026

PHOTOS: Oakland Heritage Day 2026

The town of Oakland held its 26th Heritage Day celebration Saturday, Jan. 31, at Speer Park.

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