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Proposed USL team balancing community focus, global ambitions

After announcing intentions to bring pro soccer to Winter Garden, Federal Sports Alliance plans multiple international club acquisitions modeled after local project.

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  • July 8, 2025
The city of Ocoee will experience a lane closure on Friday, July 11
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  • July 7, 2025
Power outage in Downtown Winter Garden
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  • July 7, 2025
OCPS earns "A" grade for the second year in a row
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  • July 4, 2025
A new 7-Eleven development was proposed for Ocoee
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  • July 4, 2025
Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream is celebrating its 10-year anniversary

Neighborhood

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PHOTOS: Winter Garden’s All American Kids Parade and Breakfast 2025
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Ocoee resident finds her voice while pursuing her dreams at Disney
  • June 28, 2025
A new community is coming to Winter Garden soon
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FAMILIAR FACES: Marilyn Mack
  • June 26, 2025
Winter Garden resident finds new dream as an author
  • June 21, 2025
PHOTOS: Juneteenth celebration in Winter Garden
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Bird center to host event on bald eagles in Oakland
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Winter Garden community mourns Citrus titan
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PHOTOS: Winter Garden Farmers Market Birthday Party on the Lawn
  • June 5, 2025
West Orange Chamber hosts Celebrating Leadership luncheon
  • June 4, 2025
Arts After 5 executive director to return to the theater
  • June 4, 2025
West Orange Dream Center set to host women’s self-defense class
  • May 30, 2025
Florida League of Cities recognizes Ocoee Youth Council

Arts & Entertainment

  • July 4, 2025
A new Chipotle is coming to Horizon West
  • July 4, 2025
Golf with former Orlando Magic legends at Windermere Elementary fundraiser tournament
  • July 3, 2025
10 West Orange County coffee shops to try
  • July 2, 2025
Winter Garden Farmers Market to host Independence Day event

Cops Corner

  • June 25, 2025
Ocoee plans to crack down on parking violations

Police Chief Vincent Ogburn and the city commission discussed new enforcement measures such as escalating citation fines to deter parking violations.

  • 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.

Business

  • July 3, 2025
10 West Orange County coffee shops to try

Observer Summer School Zone writer Kasey Bilodeau, a self-proclaimed professional coffee addict, shares where to get the best cup of joe in West Orange and Southwest Orange.

  • July 2, 2025
Electric muscle stimulation is in Winter Garden

Body Street, a studio offering EMS is an alternative to gym workouts.

  • June 30, 2025
The Backyard party has started

The Backyard opened Tuesday, June 10, in Ocoee, bringing guests options for food trucks, drinks and outdoor party activities.

  • June 26, 2025
A new business is now in Winter Garden

Regal Appliance Repair is now proudly serving Winter Garden and the surrounding areas.

Schools

  • July 7, 2025
OCPS earns "A" grade for the second year in a row

According to a press release, OCPS has made great improvements since last year.

  • June 27, 2025
Foundation Academy theater camp produces Disney show
  • June 27, 2025
OCPS students make improvements in state testing
  • June 26, 2025
Windermere High welcomes new teacher to the instructional team
  • June 26, 2025
Bittersweet summer ahead for graduates

Sports

  • July 6, 2025
City of Ocoee’s girls youth volleyball league registration now open

The Ocoee Parks & Leisure Services girls youth volleyball league's fall 2025 season will run from the week of Sept. 2 and through Saturday, Nov. 8.

  • July 5, 2025
Central Florida Christian Academy launches Eagle Training Academy
  • July 4, 2025
Nine Winter Garden Squeeze players named Florida League All-Stars
  • July 4, 2025
Windermere High hires Jeremy Campbell as next athletic director
  • July 4, 2025
Ocoee football lands star QB transfer Tyson Davison

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Your Town

  • June 21, 2025
PHOTOS: Juneteenth celebration in Winter Garden

The city of Winter Garden celebrated Juneteenth on Saturday, June 21.

  • June 11, 2025
Winter Garden to celebrate Juneteenth at Charlie Mae Wilder Park
  • May 30, 2025
Florida League of Cities recognizes Ocoee Youth Council

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Real Estate

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  • June 27, 2025
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