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Remembering Gail Kiehm

A potential new spot on the Orange County Commission isn’t the only big change coming to Bobby Olszewski. The Winter Garden commissioner and his wife, Allison, announced via social media that they are expecting. They’ve also adopted a hashtag, #BabyOin2016!, for their new bundle of joy.

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Olive Garden restaurants are supporting local high schools with a series of Spirit Nights through a partnership with NFHS Network. From 4 to 10 p.m. on select nights, a portion of all in-restaurant sales will be donated to the school, up to $1,000 per restaurant. Three West Orange schools will benefit from the Spirit Night. Dr. Phillips High’s designated day is Tuesday, April 12, at the restaurant at 12361 State Road 535, Orlando. West Orange High will benefit Tuesday, April 19, at the Olive Garden at 7300 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. And Windermere Preparatory School’s Spirit Night is Tuesday, April 19, at the location at 8984 International Drive, Orlando.

Any old paint lying around? Orange County Utilities is collecting residents’ household hazardous waste and electronic waste from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Orange County Services Building, 475 W. Story Road, Ocoee.

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Those within the Frangus Elementary School community considered Gail Kiehm the ‘heart and soul’ of the school. The longtime registrar died April 1 of liver cancer. Page 3.

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Olszewski, VanderLey spar in first debate No love was lost between the two frontrunners for the District 1 Orange County commissioner seat. Photos by Danielle Hendrix and Amy Quesinberry Rhode

Merline Bingham toted her new flowers in style.

he community took advantage of the beautiful weather last weekend at The Bloom & Grow Garden Society’s annual Spring Fever in the Garden. The event took place April 9 and 10 along Plant Street, where vendors set up with products ranging from plants to gardening tools and outdoor furniture. Visitors were able to speak to garden experts and have their questions answered, and children got to enjoy a special Kids’ Zone. Additionally, patrons enjoyed a silent auction and raffle, food trucks and multiple educational programs. — DANIELLE HENDRIX AND AMY QUESINBERRY RHODE

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afternoon of April 8, there were more questions and answers about Orange County governance than about paintings and sculptures at the Orlando Museum of Art. BusinessForce hosted the first debate between Winter Garden Commissioner Bobby Olszewski and Oakland businesswoman Betsy VanderLey, frontrunners in the race to replace outgoing District 1 Orange County Commissioner S. Scott Boyd. Tension flared when Olszewski repeatedly attacked VanderLey’s record on votes related to schools as a member of the county Planning & Zoning Commission — after each had given a closing statement. “We have to find ways to site our schools appropriately in West Orange County, in the SEE DEBATE PAGE 8

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THURSDAY, APRIL 14

BEST FEST “THE TASTE OF WEST ORANGE” 5 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 14, at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center at Starke Lake, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive, Ocoee. Presented by CenturyLink, the event showcases the food, drink and services of West Orange Chamber member businesses. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. (407) 656-1304. VISIT WITH ULYSSES S. GRANT 5 p.m. Thursday, April 14, in Community Room 108 at the Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont. Bret Gordon and Adrian Geary will portray Ulysses S. Grant and Lt. Gen. Nelson Appleton Miles for Civil War buffs. Admission is free. (352) 242-9805.

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Road, Ocoee. A royal celebration awaits you. Come in your finest princess and knight attire for a magical time with stories, activities and more. Ages 3 to 5. (407) 835-7323. FOOD TRUCKS AND MOVIE IN THE PARK 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, April 15, at Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive, Ocoee. Includes free tours of the historic Withers-Maguire House, 16 E. Oakland Ave from 6 to 7:30, food trucks (Kona Dog, La Empanada, Messy Delight’s, Monsta Lobsta, Treehouse Truck, Sweet Street Donut, Lee’s Famous Cheesesteaks, El Cactus Azul, Magic 4 UR Palate, Arrested Appetite, Jour de Crepe and Chicken Waffle Grill) and the computer-animated film “The Good Dinosaur.” For

information, call the Ocoee Parks and Recreation Department at (407) 905-3180. UP THE ANT HILL 11 a.m. Friday, April 15, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Join Ant and friends and explore the Earth. Have fun learning how you can help save the planet with stories, activities and crafts. Ages 3 to 5. (407) 835-7323. W.O. NEPHROLOGY GRAND OPENING 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 15, at West Orange Nephrology, 1210 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. Dr. Banji Awosika invites the community to this open house, which will include live jazz music, office tours, hors d’oeuvres and cooking demonstrations. RSVP at (407) 297-8408.

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COOKIES & MILK WITH A COP 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Children can meet local police officers for cookies and milk. This is a great time to interact with officers in a fun and informative environment. Sponsored by the Winter Garden Police Department. Ages 6-12. (407) 835-7323.

DRONES, UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS 3 p.m. Saturday, April 16, at the West Oaks Library, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee. Get an introduction to drones and UAS. Learn the basics from the internal workings to external software as well as the rules and laws to fly safely and responsibly. Ages 5 and up. (407) 835-7323. HIKE & BIKE Register and start any time between 8:30 and 11 a.m. Saturday, April 16, at the Chapin Station pavilion, 501 Crown Point Cross Road, Winter Garden. The Mid-Florida Milers Walking Club is hosting the free event, which includes a 5K and 10K walkers route and a 27K biking route along the West Orange Trail. Midfloridamilers.org. (407) 695-9181. NOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER’S AUDOBON WITH JAMES CURRIE 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 16, at Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, Oakland. Birding Adventures TV producer and host James Currie will be visiting Oakland Nature Preserve for a video journal from around the world, “Not Your Grandmother’s Audubon.” Discover the expeditions James has endured— traveling around

the world in search of unique and rare birds. Free for members; $10 for non-members. Pre-register online at oaklandnaturepreserve.org. (407) 905-0054.

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CREATE GENEALOGY, NOT MYTHOLOGY 2 p.m. Sunday, April 17, at the West Oaks Library, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee. This workshop will present an introduction to citations and documentation for your genealogical research. Register online at ocls.info or call (407) 835-7323.

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WINSHAPE CAMPS FOR COMMUNITIES ROAD CREW April 18 at Chick-fil-A, 3166 Daniels Road, Winter Garden. Come meet the WinShape Camps for Communities Road Crew, do crafts, wacky science and enjoy dinner at CFA. For more information, visit fbcwindermere.com.

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ODD ANIMAL BEHAVIOR 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Discover strange animal facts that will make you squirm with gross stories, facts and trivia. Ages 6-12. (407) 835-7323.

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Gail Kiehm and one of her grandchildren, Joshua Rucker, during Grandparents Day at Frangus Elementary.

Gail Kiehm, the school registrar at William Frangus Elementary School known for her friendliness and generosity, died April 1 of liver cancer.

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Resident Henry Morgan asked the commission and city staff to check on Florida Department of Transportation construction near Bluford Avenue and Maguire Road. Commissioners assured him they would have staff examine this issue. Later, in the consent agenda, the commission renewed with FDOT a threeyear fixed annual $25,100 contract for state road maintenance. Costs will increase as State Road 50 corridor improvements are finished. Ocoee citizen Cheryl King cited a study showing crime worsening in the Clarke Road vicinity, to the point she said it showed trending toward Pine Hills levels within a decade as possible. District 4 Commissioner Joel Keller offered ideas such as enhancing the Neighborhood Watch and adding a tower to improve police line-ofsight coverage and dedicate staff to such coverage at night. Police Chief Charlie Brown said research into this issue has been underway. Contact Zak Kerr at zkerr@orangeobserver.com.

Heart & soul of Frangus

Sixteen recipients are able to receive at least $500 to improve Ocoee. grant programs each involving eight recipients received unanimous approval from the Ocoee City Commission at its April 5 meeting. Most Valuable Partnership matching grants to help neighborhoods and organizations enhance property values and quality of life went to: Admiral Point, Ashton Park, Betty J’s Florist, Johio Bay, Lake Olympia Club, Rotary Club of Ocoee, Sleepy Harbour and Whitehill. Each can receive up to $2,000 in matched funds. The Community Grant Review Board recommended eight applicants receive $500 community grants, including: American Legion Post 109, Autism & Related Disabilities Program, Barkie’s Legacy, Bread of Life Fellowship, HAPCO Music Foundation, Junior Achievement of Central Florida, Matthew’s Hope and West Orange Seniors. The CGRB recommended denial of grant funding for Camp Boggy Creek, Indian Horizon Inc., Standing Ovation Talent Group and Xodus Prison Ministry.

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HOW TO HELP Donations can be made to the Gail Kiehm Memorial fund on the YouCaring crowdfunding website. Money raised will go to Kiehm’s family. For information about the fund, call Ann Cherolini, the secretary and bookkeeper at Frangus Elementary, at (407) 296-6469.

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ail Kiehm has had two official titles at William Frangus Elementary School in her 24-year career there, but she has also been called “the heart and soul of Frangus,” said Ann Cherolini, a co-worker and friend. “She knew every parent, every child, how they got home, where they lived,” she said. The school received the heartbreaking news that Kiehm — the school’s registrar and former media clerk — died of liver cancer Friday, April 1, less than three months after getting the diagnosis. She thought initially she had diverticulitis. Kiehm helped open the school in 1992 and quickly became known for her willingness to offer assistance to anyone in need. Her principal, Dr. Ana M. Gonzalez, used a number of adjectives to describe the staff favorite: patient, gentle, caring, loving, steadfast, committed, professional, focused,

personable, empathetic, strong, vigilant, wise, graceful, tender, capable, humorous, diligent and intuitive. Gonzalez shared these sentiments in a letter to staff at Frangus, as well as all the educators at Orange County Public Schools: “She was a pillar in our community, someone who interacted with various generations of students and families here at Frangus Elementary, one who arrived when the gates opened each morning and one who would stay to ensure that the last child went home safely, one that would recall all the changes the school had undergone since it first opened … one who would always find humor in any difficult situation, one who cared for people without passing any judgment, one who felt a deep responsibility to her family and one who was supremely aware of the legacy that we leave behind by our actions and our words.” Shirley Cowans, a former Frangus principal and OCPS area superintendent, spoke highly of Kiehm, as well. “I worked with Gail Kiehm

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from 1995-2003,” Cowans said. “I was the second principal of William Frangus Elementary, and I have many fond memories of Gail. Frangus was a fairly new school when I arrived, and I was responsible for initiating many academic programs while I served as the head of the school. One program … was the Accelerated Reading program. We established various levels of reading incentives, and my favorite was level 10. To get to level 10, students had to put in quite a bit of time reading at home and during free time at school. At level 10, students could order from a menu of their choice from restaurants near the school. This was a huge undertaking for me because I wanted to make the lunch time special for the students. “Well, all I had to do was to set the dates for the lunches,” Cowans said. “Gail jumped right in and made sure that each student received individual time with her looking over the menus and ordering what he or she wanted to eat. Sometimes, she would call parents to tell them when the students would be eating with me. … The parents would actually leave their jobs and come take pictures of the students eating lunch with me. … I think this was Gail’s favorite time, too. She loved seeing the students come to the office for the celebrations. “Gail was such a dedicated employee,” she said. “She practically lived at the school. As a matter of fact, I do not remember if she ever went home. She knew all of the students and their families. I could always count on her to keep me up to date about any special needs of our students. She will truly be missed by the Frangus community.” To keep Kiehm’s memory alive, the school is planning a special remembrance when the campus undergoes renovations in the next year. In the meantime, the family is asking for support through the Gail Kiehm Memorial Fund. For information, call Ann Cherolini, the secretary/bookkeeper, at (407) 296-6469. Kiehm, 58, was born in Vincenza, Italy. Survivors include her husband of 40 years, David; children, Jennifer Kiehm, Stephan Kiehm, Christina Flatt and Jessica Kiehm; and three grandchildren. Contact Amy Quesinberry Rhode at aqrhode@orangeobserver.com.

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he next time you want to order a cake, consider calling your neighbor. Across West Orange, experienced cake bakers have started home-based cake businesses. Some have backgrounds in high-end bakeries,

while others learned their craft through family recipes. The proliferation of cake businesses throughout the community represents a growing interest in custom-made cakes, through reality baking shows on television and ideas pinned on the social media site Pinterest.

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For Kim Frey, it’s important that her customers like the taste of her cakes just as much as the look. On high-end cakes, fondant often is used to create smooth look and intricate designs, but many people don’t enjoy the

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taste. So Frey came up with a solution. “Because people don’t like the taste of fondant, I do buttercream with fondant accents,” she said. “It also keeps the cost down of the cake.” Sometimes customers come to her with a personal photograph, and she is able to use an edible

printer to scan the photo into an edible image that will appear on the top of the cake. She also likes to carve cakes into unique designs, like the head of an alligator. In 2014, Frey officially started Say Yes to the Cake by opening her Facebook page, but she has been making cakes since she was 16. Frey bakes cakes for birthdays, anniversaries and weddings. She is also a wedding planner, decorating and working the wedding in addition to baking her own cakes. Although baking cakes is not her full-time job, she has made as many as 11 cakes in one weekend. She learned how to bake cakes from watching her parents, who owned a bakery in Oklahoma, and spending time practicing the craft. She dreams of opening a storefront. Courtesy photo

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Watermelon-flavored cake is actually a reality. In fact, it’s only one of more than 30 flavors Christy LoweryQualls can use in her custommade cakes. “If it’s possible for me to make it, I will make it,” Lowery-Qualls said. “If it’s not possible, I will try to find a way to make it.” Because she often creates cakes for children’s birthday parties, she has come up with kid-friendly flavors such as grape, watermelon, strawberry, green apple and blue raspberry. LoweryQualls, who

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Christy Lowery-Qualls bakes cakes and other sweets from her kitchen in Ocoee.

has a background in restaurant management, officially started her company, Get Just Desserts, in 2009 and built her clientele by attending farmers markets and other local events. Before launching the company, she attended culinary school at Le Cordon Bleu and became a certified pastry chef. She creates all kinds of desserts, not solely cakes. When creating cakes, she asks

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her clients to tell her the theme of the cake they want, and from there she draws out an idea for the cake. However, she has developed a consistent group of repeat clients who will just text her the theme, tell her what they want and let her create what she thinks will be best. Lowery-Qualls buys local and uses products that are in-season. She also can create cakes that are gluten-free or sugar-free.

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Experience the glory days of golf — when knickers, caps and argyle were all the rage — and benefit a cancer fund at the same time. The first Barber Fund Golf Tournament is slated for Saturday, April 16, at the MetroWest Golf Club, 2100 S. Hiawassee Road, Orlando. The tournament cost is $100 for individuals and $400 for foursomes. Registration includes cart and greens fees and lunch. There will be competitions, entertainment and more. The tournament is presented by Everest University and hosted by Tammy Humphrey, Annie Mallory, Dixie L. Todd, Michelle Binkewicz and Central Florida entertainer Blue Star. The event hosts were friends of the late John Barber, a 38-yearold Central Florida resident who died of sinonasal carcinoma in 2011. He co-founded The Barber Fund before his death as a way to keep his spirit alive and to help others living with cancer. Barber grew up in Winter Garden, graduating in 1991 from West Orange High School and in 1995 from the University of South Florida in Tampa. He was known for his energetic personality; his ability to entertain through his onstage persona, Tweeka Weed;

and his eagerness to assist in philanthropic endeavors. He raised funds for political figures and local charities and was an advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness. “He started as my hairdresser and progressed rapidly to one of my closest confidants,” co-organizer Tammy Humphrey said. “When he became ill, a group of us promised we’d keep his memory alive by establishing the Barber Fund.” Barber’s family has remained supportive of the organization. His mother, Nancy Barber; sister, Robin Branch; and niece, Ellie Branch, will be volunteering at the tournament. “The Barber Fund had its inception when John was diagnosed with cancer five-and-ahalf years ago,” Nancy Barber said. “Within two weeks, John’s friends, led by Blue Star, a fellow entertainer and longtime friend, organized a highly successful fundraiser to help John with his expenses.” Contact Amy Quesinberry Rhode at aqrhode@orangeobserver.com.

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highest growth area in the county,” VanderLey said in closing. “They’re calling for a relief school to come online when a school is at 150% capacity. When you’re in an area like Horizon West, next year it’s at 200%. We’ve got to find ways to give the school board tools to get those schools on the ground faster, to respond to high growth that we have.” “You’ve consistently voted against schools,” Olszewski interjected. VanderLey said the only time she had voted against any school was a kindergarten-througheighth-grade school in East Orange County because it was prohibited in the rural settlement developers sought. But Olszewski insisted she had voted against a relief high school in Wedgefield and instead voted for hundreds of new homes to support developers. VanderLey said the projects were entirely unrelated. Olszewski also said VanderLey essentially would be a third term of Boyd, citing her management of his campaigns. VanderLey said she and Boyd have been good

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him some unique experiences along the way. Once, he catered a Passover feast, a 10-day long event. The experience was a boon for him later, when he catered several concerts for pop group *NSYNC. “The one thing that I mentioned that really helped me get that work was the fact that I’ve done Passover,” he said. “With Passover food, it’s very hectic. It’s a lot of work.”

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Of all the things Fothergill makes, he likes to specialize in Florribean cuisine: Florida seafood with Caribbean vegetables. “Snapper can be done many ways,” Fothergill said. “But one of the ways I like to do it is green plantain crust, so the fish is crusted in green plantains, and then I’ll make a coconut cream sauce. I may throw in a mango cream sauce or mango salsa.” The passion for Caribbean food comes from Fothergill’s roots. His parents, who were from Jamaica, taught him how to cook Caribbean. He moved to Florida when he was 18, and after a few years ago spending time in Florida, he thought to combine the two. He is passionate about his work and can’t imagine doing anything else. “I love what I do,” he said. “I’ve had several chances to get out of this, but I can’t.” To hire Anthony’s Catering and Consulting, call (407) 854-3305.

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Location manager Jules Keeley noted locals who were glad to have film production in the area but not shocked to see it, and that is for good reason: Film Orlando officials declared Winter Garden the second-most filmed location in Central Florida. “Doubletree just filmed a commercial; a documentary called Machine Gun Preacher just had a film crew here; and just last week, Fingerhut filmed a commercial on Lakeview Avenue,” Winter Garden Economic Development Director Tanja Gerhartz said. “Just about any day of the week, you will find a photo shoot going on or see a film crew.” A burgeoning group of companies centered on creative work with film and other media — such as Florida Film Academy a stone’s throw from City Hall — has increased the number of productions in the area based on attraction to the small-town feel.

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Julia Dennis scored six goals for the Warriors in the district final.

West Orange softball’s Samantha Golden went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI April 7 against East Ridge. The Warriors won 6-0.

Warrior baseball has been recognized by District 11 of the Florida Athletic Coaches Association. Head coach Jesse Marlo was named the district’s coach of the year for Class 9A, and Ethan Jones and Kole Enright have been selected to play in FACA’s All-Star Classic Baseball Weekend May 2729 in Sebring.

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here are several ways one might sum up the progress the baseball program at Ocoee High has made in recent years, progress that has been spurred in no small part by its current senior class. Then again, Knights assistant coach Sonny Wise — who spent nearly three decades as the head coach at Apopka before taking up his role with Ocoee — might sum it up best with this simple observation: “They don’t throw their No. 3 guys at us no more.” The “they” Wise refers to are the upper-tier programs in Central Florida, some of which Ocoee has defeated for the first time in the past three years. These programs, generally, are no longer content to start a No. 3 pitcher — or a pitcher who generally doesn’t throw as often or have as much experience — against the Knights. SEE OCOEE PAGE 18

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Ocoee baseball seniors Matt Slaver, left, Garrett Butler, Andrew Bernstine, Logan Cariglio, Jordan Brong, Trevor Daly and Noah Satterwhite have been a big part of the program’s growth the past few years.

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Ridge, West Orange (17-3) secured its first district title since the FHSAA began overseeing the sport in 2008. Prior to that, the Warriors had had significant success when the sport was overseen by US Lacrosse, including three appearances in the state semifinals. “We have 10 seniors that started on varsity as freshmen, so it’s very exciting to get them their first district championship,” head coach Mary Hopkins said. The Warriors started off fast and established their dominance

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early, jumping out to a 9-0 lead just seven minutes and 40 seconds into the first half. West Orange went into halftime with a commanding 12-0 lead and coasted the rest of the way to its 18-0 win. The Warriors had a balanced attack, with Julia Dennis leading the way with six goals. As District 9 champion, West Orange will host Lake Highland Prep, which won District 10, in the First-Round Play-In Game at 7 p.m. April 15. The Highlanders are 15-1 and ranked No. 1 in the state by LaxPower.com’s computer rankings. West Orange is No. 9 in those same rankings.

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It is an unspoken compliment to the turnaround in the program’s ability to compete with upper-tier programs, and it has been ongoing for three seasons now. The turnaround has included the program’s first wins against tradition-laden programs such as West Orange (last season) and Dr. Phillips (this season), a programbest 18 wins in 2015 and more notable firsts. It is the manifestation of the hard work of a senior class with the likes of Logan Cariglio, Noah Satterwhite, Matt Slaver, Garrett Butler, Andrew Bernstine, Jordan Brong and Trevor Daly — players who have been with the program all four years — as well as newaddition seniors such as Ryan Brewer. Their collective passion for the program melded well with the arrival of a new coaching staff for the spring 2014 season, led by former West Orange softball coach Bobby Brewer and Wise. “They told us that we didn’t have to be this bad team that everybody thought we were,” Satterwhite said of Brewer and Wise. “They said, ‘You guys are going to be what you make yourselves to be.’” The program took a big step toward that dream in 2015, finishing with an 18-9 record — a program-best in losses, also. During the Class of 2016’s junior season, there were glimpses of a vision players such as Cariglio had always had for the Knights. “Those seven games (during a winning streak), the way we played and the way we interacted with each other, was the way I feel like we always should,” Cariglio explained. The hope was that things would come together this spring, but things haven’t gone quite according to plan. Injuries have ravaged the Knights all spring, as has a flu bug that came at a particularly inconvenient time. Accordingly, Ocoee is just above .500 with a record of 12-11, though five of those losses have come in onerun ballgames.

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The Warriors won their first district championship since the FHSAA began overseeing the sport.

Nevertheless, with the Class 8A, District 3 Tournament looming and to be played at home, the Knights’ seniors know they’re still one win away from the state playoffs. “This year we’ve had our rough stretches and injuries and stuff like that, but I still think we’re in a good position to do what we want to do,” Cariglio said. Such a playoff berth would be a first for the program, which never has advanced out of district play. “If you go back and look over the last three years that we’ve been here, we’ve done a lot of firsts,” Brewer said. “Everything we do is pretty much making history over here. We want to bring pride back to our program.” Brewer credits his seniors with creating a culture where players are willing to put in extra work on off days — something that was not always the case. “They want to be good, they want to be here, and they take ... pride in being at the ballfield,” Brewer said. “You have to run them away from the field now.” Seniors such as Satterwhite still feel good about the condition they are leaving the program in, despite of some disappointing losses this season. A young core that includes some freshmen getting playing time with varsity has shown flashes of great potential. “We’re going to be in good shape,” Satterwhite said of the program. “Four years of those kids in the weight room with Coach Hall and then out here with Coach Wise and Coach Brewer — they’ll be dangerous.” Mostly, there is a sense of pride in establishing the program as a destination that kids playing in Ocoee Little League or area travel-ball teams will now look forward to playing for one day instead of a program they might have tried to find a way out of in the past. “I get it, I get why they didn’t want to be here (in the past),” Brewer said. “But there’s no reason for that anymore.” Contact Steven Ryzewski at sryzewski@orangeobserver.com.

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n estate in the Reserve at Lake Butler Sound in Windermere topped all West Orange-area residential real-estate transactions from March 25 to 31. The home at 11138 Bridge House Road, Windermere, sold March 31, for $2.16 million. Built in 2004, it has five bedrooms, six-and-one-half baths, a pool and 7,160 square feet of living area on .91 acres. The price per square foot is $301.68.

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The home at 13303 Charfield St., Windermere, sold March 30, for $372,500. Built in 2009, it has four bedrooms, threeand-one-half baths, a pool and 3,494 square feet. The price per square foot is $106.61.

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The home at 15536 Gwinnett Drive, Winter Garden, sold March 28, for $304,605. Built in 2015, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,127 square feet. The price per square foot is $143.21.

The home at 13272 Foxboro Road, Windermere, sold March 25, for $340,000. Built in 2008, it has four bedrooms, threeand-one-half baths and 2,626 square feet. The price per square foot is $129.47.

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The home at 15665 Citrus Harvest Road, Winter Garden, sold March 28, for $360,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths and 2,869 square feet. The price per square foot is $125.48. The home at 15582 Hamlin Blossom Ave., No. 297, Winter Garden, sold March 28, for $331,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,616 square feet. The price per square foot is $126.53.

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The home at 7118 Enchanted Lake Drive, Winter Garden, sold March 28, for $301,750. Built in 2015, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,119 square feet. The price per square foot is $142.40. ORCHARD HILLS

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rooms, three-and-one-half baths and 3,881 square feet. The price per square foot is $106.47.

The home at 7554 Lake Hancock Blvd., No. 177, Winter Garden, sold March 25, for $330,000. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,698 square feet.

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The home at 5376 Bowman Drive, Winter Garden, sold March 29, for $625,000. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,035 square feet. The price per square foot is $205.93.

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The home at 1557 Terra Verde Way, Ocoee, sold March 31, for $344,400. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,910 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $118.35. BRYNMAR

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The home at 908 Brynmar Estates Blvd., Ocoee, sold March 31, for $340,000. Built in 2013, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,865 square feet. The price per square foot is $118.67.

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The home at 14008 Hampshire Bay Circle, Winter Garden, sold March 24, for $469,000. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths, a pool and 3,509 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $133.66. BRADFORD CREEK

The home at 14222 Creekbed Circle, Winter Garden, sold March 31, for $419,560. Built

The home at 2217 Rickover Place, Winter Garden, sold March 30, for $540,000. Built in 2008, it has five bedrooms, five baths, a pool and 4,324 square feet. The price per square foot is $124.88. FOXCREST

The home at 947 Home Grove Drive, Winter Garden, sold March 31, for $365,000 (REO/ bank owned). Built in 2006, it has four bedrooms, four baths and 3,812 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $95.75. WINDWARD CAY

The home at 13938 Zephermoor Lane, Winter Garden, sold March 29, for $389,000. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 3,351 square feet. The price per square foot is $116.08.

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 125 E Plant St., Winter Garden 407-656-2352 Sundays 8:30 am Traditional 9:45 am Bible Study 11:00 am Contemporary Awana - Wednesdays - 6pm Pastor Tim Grosshans www.fbcwg.org 2nd Campus: “FOUNDATION WORSHIP” Sundays 9:45 am - All Ages at Foundation Academy High School 15304 Tilden Road - Winter Garden www.FoundationWorship.com 407.730.1867 STARKE LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH 611 West. Ave., Ocoee Pastor Jeff Pritchard (407) 656-2351 Email: starkelakebaptist@gmail. com

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