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Michael Eng
May 23, 2020

OCPS survey: Respondents prefer returning to school with safety measures

Orange County Public Schools released the results of its 2020-21 school year survey, which asked both parents and employees how they would like the next school year to proceed.

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Danielle Hendrix
May 22, 2020

Governor allows summer camps, youth activities to open

The state will not put restrictions in place, although local governments can do so.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 21, 2020

County task force approves Universal’s reopening

The Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force unanimously voted in favor of the phased reopening plan for Universal Orlando.

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Observer Staff
May 21, 2020

Here is what the CDC is recommending for schools to reopen

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published its recommendations for how schools should operate.

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Michael Eng
May 21, 2020

Island H2O Live! Water Park reopens Saturday, May 23

The Kissimmee water park will implement a number of changes as it reopens this weekend.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 20, 2020

This week in West Orange County history

How much do you remember about these names, faces and places in West Orange County's history?

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 20, 2020

Obituary: Kathleen Mary Rooney

Obituary: Kathleen Mary Rooney, of Windermere, died Sunday, May 10, 2020.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 20, 2020

Obituary: Carl R. "Pete" Peters Jr.

Obituary: Carl R. "Pete" Peters, former fire chief of Winter Garden, died Wednesday, May 13, 2020.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 20, 2020

Mastering a trade during distance learning

Instructors at technical colleges have had to alter the way they teach their students the skills required for careers such as welding, HVAC and cosmetology.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
May 20, 2020

Library hosting virtual programs

Online activities for children and homeschoolers are planned through the Orange County Library System.

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Danielle Hendrix
May 20, 2020

Windermere discusses plans for potable water system

A potential three-phase approach to implementing water services throughout the town could cost a little more than $10 million.

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Danielle Hendrix
May 20, 2020

Winter Garden approves retention pond extension near Maxey Elementary

The decision includes annexation and rezoning of two nearby vacant properties at East Lafayette Street and WJ Peters Lane.

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Danielle Hendrix
May 20, 2020

Strength in Flexibility: FaceMask America

Concept and real-estate developers Danelle and Joe Hoffer shifted their resources to provide people with access to personal protective equipment.

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Troy Herring
May 20, 2020

Centenarian celebrations: Two residents at Health Central Park in Winter Garden hit 101 and 102

Despite being separated by a wall of glass, the families of Petra Arroyo Mendez and Cassie Wilkes — residents at Health Central Park in Winter Garden — made their way to the facility to celebrate their birthdays.

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Troy Herring
May 20, 2020

Influencer of the Week: Michael Kleinfelt, Windermere High School

Michael Kleinfelt is in his first year as the student resource deputy at Windermere High School.

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