Year in Photos 2015: September

The student body at West Orange High School came together to mourn the death of Travjuan “Bubba” Hunter, the popular 2013 Homecoming king who had Down syndrome and who made friends with everyone he met. Published Sept. 3.

Dr. Albert Gleason, the popular West Orange County physician, died Sept. 6, 2015. He was a month shy of his 104th birthday. Published Sept. 10.

A moment of silence and the ringing of the bell honored all who lost their lives at Winter Garden’s 9/11 ceremony. Published Sept. 17.

Dr. Phillips residents Nicky Dronoff-Guthrie and Chuck Guthrie are professional photographers and dog lovers. They run a photography business, Pix ’n Pages, which specializes in pet portraits and canine competitions. Published Sept. 24.

The sound of bagpipes resounded in downtown Winter Garden during the Orlando chapter of the New World Celts’ annual parade. Published Sept. 10.

Kareem Merthie sang songs from his debut album, which he recently released, The Gift of Life’s annual fundraising gala. The organization was founded by Windermere resident Rosie Moore. Published Sept. 24.

Four-year-old Gus and Christy Reynolds used intimidating faces as part of their strategy at Mosaic Church’s mother/son Nerfganza. Published Sept. 3.

Dr. Phillips High School Air Force JROTC’s Damion Bryant and his fellow cadets were honored to pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11. Published Sept. 17.

West Orange’s mascot could be seen throughout the stadium during the 2015 Ol’ Orange Crate Rivalry game between West Orange and DP. Published Sept. 17.

Dr. Phillips High’s Darius Cook led his team’s fans with a megaphone in hand during the 2015 Ol’ Orange Crate Rivalry game between DP and West Orange. Published Sept. 17.

Dr. Phillips resident and First Academy alum Lindsey Bryant released her first country/pop EP. Published Sept. 17.

Beth Fitzpatrick’s Winter Garden home was destroyed by fire caused by a lightning strike. Published Sept. 17.