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By Louis Roney |
July 2, 2014

Louis Roney: Thomas Jefferson - Savant

It would seem that present President Obama was “out to lunch” when Jefferson’s pertinent sage words were in the air.

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
Opinion

By Jim Carchidi |
October 20, 2021

Castleview Elementary's Dr. Julie Helton inspires through experience

Dr. Helton is a finalist for OCPS Principal of the Year.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Gabby Baquero |
July 12, 2017

Dr. Phillips High student recovering after shooting

Emily Nelson, a player on the Panthers’ flag football team, was shot four times.

Southwest Orange
News

By Brittany Gaines |
July 13, 2017

Jacob Brenyo has traded in his football gear for tennis racquets

Jacob Brenyo was a starter for the LaGrange College football team when a concussion cut his career short. Now, he’s all-in as a collegiate tennis player.

Sports

By Gabby Baquero |
July 25, 2017

Ocoee police officer shoots, kills family dog

A family is seeking answers after their 11-year-old dog was shot by an Ocoee police officer Monday, July 17.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Gabby Baquero |
August 28, 2017

Paul Chandler: “I am being pressured to resign”

House District 44 Democratic candidate Paul Chandler, who previously announced his intention to resign from the race, says he is still considering his options.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Amy Quesinberry Price |
January 22, 2025

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Paramdai “Vicky” Somwaru, Hamlin Elementary

The fourth-grade teacher has spent more than 20 years with Orange County Public Schools, three of them at Hamlin Elementary.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Leticia Silva |
December 9, 2025

HW resident creates campaign for mandatory e-bike education

Linda Sibley has started a petition asking Orange County officials to make change regarding e-bikes and mopeds.

Southwest Orange
News

By Annabelle Sikes |
September 23, 2022

Windermere denies holiday concert series

The Town Council denied the five-day Light the World Community Christmas Concert. However, it made an exception if the organizer changes it to a two-day event.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Zak Kerr |
December 11, 2014

Ocoee Commission considers LED streetlights

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Gabby Baquero |
May 16, 2019

Local high school juniors developing animal therapy club, training facility

Two Girl Scouts from Troop 4571 are collaborating to create an animal therapy club at Windermere High School and horse-training facility at SOUL Haven Ranch.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Sam Albuquerque |
May 9, 2024

Sam’s spring football stops: Windermere High

Observer Sports Editor Sam Albuquerque is taking you behind the scenes of your favorite high school football team in West, Southwest Orange County during spring football to bring you notes, tidbits and thoughts in this series.

Sports
High Schools

By Liz Ramos |
January 13, 2026

Winter Garden expands Golf Cart District

The city also approved an ordinance regulating the operation of electric bicycles, motorized scooters and wheeled devices on the city’s streets, trails and sidewalks.

West Orange Times & Observer
News

By Zak Kerr |
June 9, 2016

OARS rows to New Jersey for nationals

Orlando Area Rowing Society is sending five boats to the USRowing National Championships in West Windsor, New Jersey, this weekend.

Sports

By Nada Hassanein |
May 28, 2015

Meet the Winter Park High School valedictorians

It’s time for another class of graduating ’Cats to cross the finish line. Leading the crowd of cloaked and capped Wildcats will be the class of 2015’s 17 valedictorians.

Winter Park - Maitland Observer
News

By Amy Quesinberry Price |
July 31, 2024

St. Luke’s church staging diversified ‘Sound of Music’

The cast was carefully selected to represent the diversity in the church membership and in the community. Lead Pastor Jenn Stiles Williams hopes everyone in the audience will see themselves on the stage.