YEAR IN PHOTOS: West Orange Times & Observer, April 2019

West Orange High graduate Greyson Everidge received his appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Lt. Gen. Darryl A. Williams, left, presented Everidge with his appointment.

The Bloom and Grow Garden Society’s 19th annual Spring Fever in the Garden event brought thousands to the streets of downtown Winter Garden April 6 and 7. Anna Magers and Ella Hunter competed in the Chalkin’ It contest.

Bridgewater Middle School thespians took audience members to a whole new world April 4 to 6 with their production of “Disney’s Aladdin Jr.” Lucas Blanco was cast as the villain, Jafar.

Hundreds of people roamed near Starke Lake Thursday, April 11, during the West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s 17th annual Best Fest. Ellen Korbin and Leigh Doyle served barbecue at the Ellie Lou’s booth.

Dozens welcomed Shellonda Hill to her house on West Orange Habitat for Humanity’s Green Oaks Row. Becky Roper, Michael Soucy, Charlie Roper and Karen Roper presented the keys to the Hill family.

Bunny ears, egg-filled Easter baskets and smiling, painted faces were everywhere during the city of Ocoee’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza, held Saturday, April 20, at the Jim Beech Recreation Center.

Winter Garden Police Department cyclists participated in the Police Unity Tour, which brings 2,500 riders together at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Scott Billue announced Matthew’s Hope’s newest expansions — mental-health services and a day care to serve West Orange County’s homeless population.

West Orange residents didn’t need tickets to Epcot to enjoy a trip around the world Thursday, April 18 — the night when Bridgewater Middle School took guests on a cultural adventure at its Heritage Night.