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VOLUME 90, NO. 4
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West Orange High student hospitalized. SEE PAGE 3A.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2023
Winter Garden seeks to preserve character Winter Garden District 1 Commissioner Lisa Bennett discusses a possible ordinance — or ordinance revision —to help preserve the city’s downtown charm. PAGE 2A.
YOUR TOWN WINE & DINE IS SET FOR FEB. 4
The ninth annual Windermere Wine & Dine will take place Saturday, Feb. 4, on the Windermere Town Hall grounds, but the event sold out quickly. For additional ticket availability, check the group’s Facebook page or visit windermerewineanddine.com. Restaurant partners include Paddlefish, Terralina, The Boathouse, STK Orlando, Frontera Cocina, Highball & Harvest, Primo, Capa, Ravello, Haven Kitchen, Bacan, Sear & Sea Woodfire Grill, Four Flamingos, The Oceanaire, Slate, American Social, North Italia, Windermere Pizza 14, ole Red, Cu ba Libre, Ellie Lou’s Brews & BBQ, Dixie Cream Café, Market to Table, Do Good Farm, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Pilars, Windermere Brewing Company, Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream, The Modern Host and Seito Sushi. With the support of sponsors, restaurants and participants over the years, more than $850,000 has been donated to local charities.
Oakland to honor heritage
The town will host the 2023 Heritage Day to celebrate 135 years. SEE PAGE 6A. PRSRT STD ECRWSS US POSTAGE PAID WINTER GARDEN, FL PERMIT NO. 81
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A life in service
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Officer Terry Westwood entered the academy later in life to fulfill his dream of being a police officer. He was thrilled to be hired by the Winter Garden department and to pass the requirements to become a motorcycle cop. STORY ON PAGE 4A.
CRITICAL THINKING County increases impact fees The County Commission approved increases to fees related to law enforcement, fire/rescue, and parks and rec. SEE PAGE 3A.
The Bridge, a program that offers specialized education for students with dyslexia at The Christ School, earned accreditation from the Orton-Gillingham Academy. SEE PAGE 6B.