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By Observer Staff |
September 24, 2015

Athlete of the Month: Regan Staudt

Whether she's shooting goals or free throws, Regan Staudt impresses on the court or field.

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
News

By Danielle Hendrix |
April 15, 2016

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Brandon Lymon

Olympia High junior Brandon Lymon is set to compete in the state weightlifting championships.

Sports

By Brittany Gaines |
September 14, 2017

Sports Spotlight - Windermere Observer: Zane Fullmer

Zane Fullmer is leading Windermere Prep’s Middle School football team as its quarterback

Sports

By Steven Ryzewski |
May 4, 2017

Sports Spotlight - West Orange Times & Observer: Raven Johnson

Ocoee cheerleader Raven Johnson doubles as a tenacious pass rusher during flag football season.

Sports
Athlete of the Week

By Phil Bonus |
December 7, 2011

Maitland City Talk

The city of Maitland has honored Mayor Houser by installing a bench with a plaque commemorating his service.

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
News

By Amy Quesinberry Price |
January 25, 2023

This week in West Orange County history: Jan. 26, 2023

These are the people and events making headlines in West Orange County's past.

West Orange Times & Observer

By Sarah Wilson |
October 1, 2015

Maitland replaces invocation with silence after complaint

No one bowed their head, clasped their hands, or said “Amen.” For the first time in decades on Monday, the Maitland City Council meeting started without a prayer. In its place: silence.

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News

By Louis Roney |
November 7, 2012

Louis Roney: Paraprosdokians

I thought I knew all about words and language, but the other day, a friend used the word “paraprosdokian” and it stopped me in my tracks.

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
Opinion

By Chris Jepson |
January 19, 2017

Chris Jepson: What do we do with dad?

We all know our outcomes. What happens upon death, well, I have definite opinions on that subject, but this column is about considering only how we “give up the ghost.”

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
Opinion

By Eric Gutierrez |
December 6, 2018

Sports Spotlight: Anna Grace Williams

Anna Grace Williams excels in the classroom and on the court.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Annabelle Sikes |
September 2, 2023

Windermere leaders consider changes to town events

Town staff says concern has become apparent from residents as to the frequency and size of various events held in Town Square, as well as the impact on surrounding neighborhoods.

Southwest Orange
News

By Andrea Mujica |
August 11, 2023

STEAM retreat giving teachers inspiration

Winter Garden resident Ashley Hollern realized her dream of creating a nonprofit that provides real-life experiences to educators they can later take into the classroom.

Observer School Zone

By Danielle Hendrix |
December 9, 2020

West Orange-area cat rescue seeks fosters, adopters

Seven women who share a passion for animal rescue launched the Winter Garden-based 7whskrs Cat Rescue earlier this year.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Amy Quesinberry Price |
November 13, 2024

Emma McCleary pens first book at 13

Foundation Academy eighth-grader Emma McCleary has written a fantasy novel geared for third- through fifth-graders. She was inspired by her walks in the forest with her Grandma Peggy.