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Vietnam, Desert Storm veteran experiences D.C. with Honor Flight

Joel Doss, of Ocoee, was nominated for the one-day trip to Washington, D.C., to experience the war memorials in the nation’s capital. Doss served in both the Vietnam and Persian Gulf wars.

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PHOTOS: Winter Garden Farmers Market Birthday Party on the Lawn
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Florida League of Cities recognizes Ocoee Youth Council
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  • June 17, 2025
Buzz Lightyear is flying to Winter Garden
  • June 11, 2025
Winter Garden to celebrate Juneteenth at Charlie Mae Wilder Park
  • June 11, 2025
Betty J’s Florist to host flower design class
  • June 11, 2025
Stoneybrook West Golf Club tees off with annual Open Golf Championship

Cops Corner

  • June 4, 2025
West Orange Dream Center set to host women’s self-defense class

The class will be led by Windermere Police Chief and lifelong martial artist Dave Ogden from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, June 7.

  • May 6, 2025
Ocoee PD partnering with Project ChildSafe to give away free gun locks

The local police department and firearm safety education program have teamed up to help communities store firearms safely and securely.

  • May 4, 2025
PHOTOS: Ocoee PD hosts annual community picnic

The Ocoee Police Department welcomed folks to Vandergrift Central Park for a day of fun at its annual community picnic event.

  • March 11, 2025
Observer, Foundation partner for podcast

Called “Between Faith and Reason,” this podcast is a platform designed to enhance, challenge and inspire your journey as individuals, with your families and in your community.

  • December 30, 2024
'Seeds of Leadership,' Windermere Police Chief David Ogden releases devotional book

Written and designed for first responders, the 100-day devotional book combines scripture, leadership lessons and experiences from David Ogden’s lifetime of service into seeds of leadership and spiritual wellness.

  • November 4, 2024
PHOTOS: Hope Church honors military, first responders at Hero Day event

The Winter Garden church welcomed and honored military personnel and first responders during its Hero Day celebration event and service.

Business

  • June 18, 2025
Scoops under new ownership with the same vision

Introducing the new owners of Scoops Old Fashioned Ice Cream: Jake and Taylor Brigham and Alex and Jessie Douglas.

  • June 17, 2025
Beth's Burger Bar to close in Winter Garden

A Korean BBQ restaurant will take its place.

  • June 11, 2025
Ms. Bee's mourns loss of founder

Belinda Wilson, the founder of Ms. Bee's Gourmet Popcorn & Candy Shoppe, will be remembered for her kindness and commitment to the community.

  • June 10, 2025
Tourism tax collections see boost in April

Orange County Comptroller Phil Diamond announced April 2025 collections were $33,124,300, a 9.3% increase compared to April 2024.

Schools

  • June 19, 2025
Oakland teacher receives Charter School Champion of the Year Award

Larry Kimpel, a physical education teacher at Oakland Avenue Charter School, is one of nine Charter School Champions.

  • June 18, 2025
New assistant principal at Foundation Academy
  • June 18, 2025
Two West Orange elementary schools have new principals
  • June 12, 2025
Windermere High welcomes new volleyball coach
  • June 12, 2025
Windermere High announces new girls basketball coach

Sports

  • June 19, 2025
Windermere's C.J. Bronaugh flips commitment to Florida Gators

Wolverines football's star defensive back announces he's decommitted to Nebraska and will be playing his college ball in Gainesville.

  • June 19, 2025
Legendary DP girls hoops coach Anthony Jones leaves for Montverde job
  • June 18, 2025
Stoneybrook West Golf Club to host Open Championship Tournament
  • June 18, 2025
West Orange High girls volleyball coach Matt Jackson joins Michigan State staff as assistant
  • June 18, 2025
Athlete of the Week: Charlotte Ozim, Windermere Girls Little League

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Your Town

  • June 11, 2025
Winter Garden to celebrate Juneteenth at Charlie Mae Wilder Park

The annual event honors legacy and community with music, speakers and family activities.

  • May 30, 2025
Florida League of Cities recognizes Ocoee Youth Council
  • May 28, 2025
HarborChase of Dr. Phillips to honor local heroes

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