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Observer Winter Garden, Ocoee, Oakland
YOU. YOUR NEIGHBORS. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.
VOLUME 89, NO. 48
YOUR TOWN CHRISTMAS CONCERTS SCHEDULED
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Owners of this beloved Winter Garden business celebrate 50 years. 9B.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2022
County completes study for New Independence Parkway The Horizon West road would provide an east-west route into Lake County. SEE PAGE 2A.
The Light Orlando Christmas Concert Series, powered by Äcahand Foundation, aims to bring the community together to celebrate the season while raising awareness of nonprofits focused on community issues such as homelessness, education and healthcare. The free performances by school, community and church choirs will showcase local talent from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, through Saturday, Dec. 10, in the Hamlin Green Space, 14111 Shoreside Way, Winter Garden. Scheduled to perform are God’s Example, Dec. 8; Daniel Emmet, Dec. 9; and Blanca, Dec. 10.
BEAUTIFUL SIGHTS!
Disney selects developer for affordable housing project The project will be located in Southwest Orange near Flamingo Crossings. SEE PAGE 6A.
KNIGHT RIDERS
This Dr. Seuss-inspired float was one of the most festive in the entire parade.
The Winter Garden Golf Cart Parade featured a plethora of creatively decorated rides.
The Ocoee community celebrates a history season for its football team. 1B.
Mary and Jamie McFadden wore holiday lights, headbands and glasses at the event.
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The Christmas season came alive last week in Winter Garden and Oakland. Check out our photos from all the signature holiday events. PAGES 7-10A.