SO U T H W E ST O RA N G E
Observer Windermere, Horizon West, Dr. Phillips
YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
FREE • THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2025
VOLUME 10, NO. 34
Good times, grad times! INSIDE: We celebrate the seniors at Dr. Phillips, West Orange and Olympia high schools.
YOUR TOWN CHURCHILL ROOM POCKETS TWO-DAY POOL MASTERCLASS
Two of the best pool players in the world will be in Winter Garden this weekend. Scott “The Freezer” Frost, the world’s best one-pocket player, and Tony “The Silent Assassin” Robles, a two-time Mosconi Cup team champion player, will face one another in an exhibition match as part of a two-day masterclass Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 at The Churchill Room, 12200 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden. Limited to 15 guests, this intimate gathering takes place in The Churchill Room, a special single-table room with a captivating World War II-themed ambiance. Attendees will witness a thrilling match between Frost and Robles, compete in a one-on-one guest match, and receive expert instruction from both legends during exclusive clinics. Guests also can enjoy a VIP cocktail party with free food, cocktails and the opportunity to mingle with the pros.
Housing options headed to east W.G. The Winter Garden City Commission approved new ordinances that allow residents flexibility in creating housing options. SEE PAGE 6A.
Jiya Bhukhan, 6, had a blast on the pony ride at this year’s Hamlin Hoedown.
Photos by Michael Eng
HOT TO TROT Leena El Harouchy, 6, was a fierce competitor in the hula-hoop contest.
Never forgotten
Area municipalities honor fallen heroes on Memorial Day. SEE PAGE 8A.
TOP OF THEIR GAME TFA’S Royals claimed the Class 2A state championship, their second in school history. PAGE 20A.
Horizon West residents saddled up for some sunshine and cowboy-themed fun at the 2025 Hamlin Hoedown, held Saturday, May 24, at the Hamlin Green Space. SEE PAGE 4A.