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Michael Eng
December 2, 2024

PHOTOS: Venardos Circus in Hamlin 2024

The circus brought its 2024 production — ‘Decade of Dreams’ — to Hamlin.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
December 2, 2024

Lift Disability Network celebrating 25th with community event

The organization, which empowers individuals with disabilities and their families, is inviting residents and businesses to recognize the milestone Tuesday, Dec. 3.

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Michael Eng
November 29, 2024

Courtlea Oaks home tops Winter Garden sales from Nov. 15 to 22

The home at 412 Courtlea Oaks Blvd., Winter Garden, sold Nov. 22, for $1,150,000.

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Annabelle Sikes
November 28, 2024

Winter Garden resident, beauty queen helping to change lives

In 2023, Ashley Sweder was crowned Mrs. Winter Garden, and in 2024, she was crowned Mrs. Albania World. She uses her platform — Fearless & Fabulous — to help inspire women and youth.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
November 27, 2024

Drivers needed to deliver Thanksgiving boxes

The Southeastern Food Bank is looking for volunteers to drop off food items to local families.

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Michael Eng
November 27, 2024

Willows on the Lake home tops Ocoee sales from Nov. 15 to 22

The home at 1321 Century Oak Drive, Ocoee, sold Nov. 19, for $555,000.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
November 26, 2024

HISTORY: West Orange County of yesteryear for week of Nov. 28, 2024

News of the past tells how residents of West Orange County once lived and businesses once operated.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
November 26, 2024

ONP has new director at the helm

Nicole O’Brien has assumed the lead position at the Oakland Nature Preserve. She is familiar with the preserve, having worked there for six years as coordinator for both animal care and volunteers.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
November 26, 2024

Schools, HWO, heart group partner for hydration goals

Two organizations are teaming up to provide students with the resources necessary for drinking more water.

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Amy Quesinberry Price
November 26, 2024

Orlando Torah Center project draws community’s ire

Orange County staff is scheduling a second meeting in December so more residents have a chance to ask questions and share their opinions on the synagogue project in Sand Lake Hills.

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Michael Eng
November 26, 2024

Waterleigh home tops Horizon West sales from Nov. 15 to 22

The home at 9831 Lost Creek Drive, Winter Garden, sold Nov. 22, for $1,200,000.

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Sam Albuquerque
November 25, 2024

Rosen Hotels founder, philanthropist Harris Rosen dies at 85

The hotel mogul and philanthropist passed away Monday morning.

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Annabelle Sikes
November 25, 2024

Orlando Health Health Central and Horizon West hospitals receive 'A' ratings

All Orlando Health legacy hospitals have received "A" grades from the Leapfrog Group, an independent nonprofit organization committed to driving quality, safety and transparency.

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Annabelle Sikes
November 24, 2024

PHOTOS: 2024 Eight Waves Holiday Tour of Homes

The third annual Holiday Tour of Homes in Oakland Park invited local residents to explore incredible homes, each professionally decorated to capture the spirit of the season.

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By Eight Waves
November 22, 2024

Believe with us: Eight Waves fights for local children

“Stand with us, be the change, and give hope today,” Meyer says. “Believe with us that local children can have radical transformation.”

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