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Observer Windermere, Horizon West, Dr. Phillips
YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
VOLUME 8, NO. 5
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American Legion Post 63 in Winter Garden prepares for Challenge 22. SEE PAGE 3A.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2022
Transportation tax fails Orange County voters did not support a 1% sales tax that would have funded improvements to local transportation infrastructure. Voters also selected a new face for Florida House District 45. PAGE 2A.
Music Among the Lakes Windermere residents enjoyed a beautiful night and amazing music last weekend. SEE PAGE 4A.
The Horizon High School band ended its season on a high note.
SIGHTS& SOUNDS At 200 members, the Dr. Phillips band performed a strong show.
YOUR TOWN FLAVOR FEST RETURNS SATURDAY Experience an afternoon of local fare, art, music and entertainment at the Flavor Fest of Horizon West. It takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at Hamlin in Horizon West, 14111 Shoreside Way, Winter Garden. Dozens of microlocal eateries, artists, musicians, entertainers and businesses will celebrate all the flavors of Horizon West. Admission tickets are $10 for attendees 13 and older. A Bitesband is $25 through Nov. 11 and includes five plates. To purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/3DQ0wd0.
GARDEN PARTY SET TO BLOOM The Matthew’s Hope homeless ministry is hosting its annual Harvest of Hope Garden Party from 5:45 to 9:15 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center. The evening includes light hors d’oeuvres, music and fellowship. Guests create their own theme in pursuit of the coveted Best Dressed Table Award. Table sponsorships start at $600. Catering is available for an additional cost. For tickets, visit bit.ly/3FZXg1h. For information, call (407) 905-9500.
TASTE OF DR. PHILLIPS IS BACK! Foodies: Get ready for a feast right on Restaurant Row! The Rotary Club of Dr. Phillips Foundation Inc. is excited to present the 2022 Taste of Dr. Phillips from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13, at Dellagio Town Center, 7924-8075 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando.
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Marching bands from all West Orange and Southwest Orange public high schools performed at the 2022 MPA. PAGES 6-7B.
Photos by Michael Eng
Windermere High’s 2022 show features a violin solo.
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Above: Windermere’s color guard is one of the best in the state. Left: Horizon High’s Beatles theme pleased the audience.