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Hispanic art takes spotlight A town of Oakland exhibit celebrates Hispanic heritage. It will be on display through Oct. 30. PAGE 3.

City’s CRA will continue Winter Garden city commissioners voted to extend the city’s CRA through 2033. SEE PAGE 7

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YOUR TOWN ONP TO HOST OPEN HOUSE The community is invited to the Oakland Nature Preserve from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, for an open house and a chance to experience all the preserve has to offer. The event will include animal interactions, native plant sales, presentations and guided hikes. Guests can try their hand at archery and visit the many booths that will be set up. Hot dogs and drinks will be available for a donation.

Glad Tidings Church in Ocoee sent a disaster-relief team to Louisiana to assist residents affected by Hurricane Ida. SEE STORY ON PAGE 4. Glad Tidings volunteers helped load a 26-foot trailer of diapers, generators and essential supplies for Hurricane Ida victims.

ONP is located at 747 Machete Trail, Oakland. ONP has received a Challenge Matching Grant for its environmental education programs and is hoping to raise $10,000. To make a donation, visit OaklandNaturePreserve.org or make checks payable to Oakland Nature Preserve and mail to P.O. Box 841, Oakland, FL 34760; write Challenge Match Grant on the memo line.

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Oakland lowers millage Oakland leaders also approved a tentative $28 million 21-22 budget. SEE PAGE 2

EDGEWOOD SPURS SUPPORT The local children’s ranch hosted its annual gala. SEE PAGE 7.

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Oakland lowers millage rate, sets $28M budget Town officials are holding to their commitment to continue dropping the property tax rate. AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

The Oakland Town Commission is lowering its millage rate for the fiscal year 2021-22 budget following a pandemic year in which they cautiously kept the rate the same. The elected officials approved a tentative budget of $27,762,534 and set the tentative millage rate at 6.4 at a Sept. 13 workshop and public hearing. The final public

hearing and vote will take place at the Sept. 28 Town Commission meeting. “We made a commitment to start to lower our millage, and we have kept that commitment,” Mayor Kathy Stark said. “I’m thrilled that we’re able to lower our millage rate once again. … I am very proud that we have been able to do this, and we will continue to try to do this every year.” The commission has decreased the millage rate from 6.75 in 2018 to 6.65 in 2019 and 6.5 in 2020. Last fall, commissioners elected to maintain the rate of 6.5 mills to counterbalance the effects COVID-19 had on the town

IN OTHER NEWS n Two ordinances pertaining to the rezoning and Comp Plan amendment for Oakland Mixed-Used Village — originally proposed with apartment buildings — were withdrawn by the applicant. n Town Manager Steve Koontz announced about 35 residents participated in a walking tour from the Oakland Meeting Hall to Tubb Street as part of a Complete Streets presentation Sept. 2. A consultant who was part of the tour accepted input and will hold a final public session Sept. 30 before presenting to the commission.

and its finances. Town Manager Steve Koontz said the town has been working to build its reserves in recent years. The General Fund budget is proposed at $10,039,803, with estimated reserves or unassigned fund balance totaling $725,120. Koontz said property values have increased by 17%.

n Commissioners established 8 a.m. Oct. 29 through 5 p.m. Nov. 12 as the qualifying period for candidates seeking to run in the town’s municipal election March 8, 2022. n Koontz reminded residents West Oakland Avenue will be closed at the bridge for about a year during Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise’s road-widening project. The street closure begins Sept. 26. Tubb Street and West Colonial Drive are the alternatives. n The commission proclaimed Sept. 17 to 23 Constitution Week in the town.

Increases to the General Fund include an extra $132,000 to Orange County Fire Rescue per the interlocal agreement; salary increases based on performance appraisals; the hiring for a parttime event coordinator; more funding for events; and including the enhanced lighting of Town Center.

In the Utility Fund, the budget is proposed at $6,818,600. There is a projected increase in water and wastewater revenue; a salary increase for staff based on performance; and funding for a full-time utility billing supervisor. Reserves are estimated at $1,500,000. The Utility Fund includes funding for three grant projects totaling $1.6 million. The town collects impact fees on all new construction and development, and this money is spent on capital improvements such as roads and public buildings. The FY 2022 budget includes several projects that are the result of the town’s growth: $774,197 for the town’s water system; $347,265 for wastewater; $694,302 for parks and recreation; $177,983 for law enforcement; $2,786,001 for transportation; $203,880 for administrative facilities; and $82,606 for fire protection. The budget for Oakland Avenue Charter School was approved at $5,837,897 in June. Reserves are estimated at $274,883.

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Kelli O’Hara to headline Garden Theatre Encore gala The Tony Award-winning Broadway star is part of the lineup at this year’s fundraising event. AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

Town of Oakland art exhibit celebrates Hispanic heritage AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

An exhibition featuring the works of Hispanic artists in Central Florida — including some in West Orange County — opened to a record crowd Friday, Sept. 17, at the Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center at the Town of Oakland. The exhibit, “Celebrating Hispanic Heritage,” is cosponsored by Artscape, which also is selling the artwork. Four featured artists, Marisela Rodriguez, Jose Pardo, Ralph Aguirre and Nelson Cardenas, take the everyday life of the Hispanic culture and capture it on canvas. Another artist, Sara Burr, pays tribute to “Dia de los Muertos,” or Day of the Dead, in her vibrant pieces. Other local artists invited to participate are Anna Brunelli, James Chonody, Lliana Jimenez, Daniel Longman, Violeta Militaru, Sapphire Servellon, Deborah Smith and Christine Wallbom. The Friday-night event included live music on the porch by the ATTO Music Project, a local band that blurs the lines between jazz, rock and Latin music. A Latin food truck with authentic dishes was set up out front. Mayor Kathy Stark and the Oakland Town Commission proclaimed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 2021, as Hispanic Heritage Month in Oakland. The Town of Oakland has a population of 3,014 with 13.9% of the residents being

Ralph Aguirre’s art features bright colors and distinct lines.

Hispanic or Latino in origin. The exhibition was conceived by Oakland Town Commissioner Sal Ramos, who was elected in 2015. “As the first Hispanic commissioner in the history of the town of Oakland, I’m honored to represent Oakland’s residents including our growing Hispanic community,” Ramos said. “I’m thrilled that the town is showcasing our rich Hispanic heritage through the arts, music and food in a way that brings the entire community together at Oakland’s cultural gem, the Arts and Heritage Center.” The artwork will remain on display at the center through Oct. 30. The Arts and Heritage Center, 126 Petris Ave., is open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays throughout September and October.

Sara Burr’s paintings incorporate the Dia de los Muertos theme.

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Stage and screen star Kelli O’Hara will appear at the Garden Theatre’s Encore 2021.

IF YOU GO ENCORE 2021 WHEN: 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, for red carpet photos and silent auction; 7:30 p.m., program with Kelli O’Hara and a paddle raise to benefit theater programs and productions; 9:15 p.m., Q&A with O’Hara for guests at Bronze and Platinum levels WHERE: Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden ATTIRE: Creative cocktail

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Tickets for all 199 seats are sold, but the community has the chance to bid on items in the silent auction. The auction includes three designed artwork pieces featuring photos and music from “The King and I” and “Kiss Me, Kate,” signed by O’Hara; signed sheet music; collector’s packages of signed memorabilia from “South Pacific,” “Kiss Me, Kate,” “The King and I” and more; Central Florida experiences such as a “Weekend in Winter Garden” package, Universal Studios tickets and a Walt Disney World VIP package. To see all the silent auction items, visit bit.ly/3lJZwOe. Bidding will close at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25. Winning bidders attending Encore can pick up their packages at the end of the evening. Winners not in attendance can pick up their packages beginning Tuesday, Sept. 28.

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Nelson Cardenas likes to use scraps of wood, metal and leather for his canvases.

Tony Award-winner Kelli O’Hara will share songs and stories at the Garden Theatre’s fundraising gala, Encore 2021. The annual event, postponed in 2020 because of the pandemic, is back with a spectacle of Broadway music, a silent auction and the chance to meet the special guest. The Encore evening has been reimagined to ensure the health and safety of guests, artists, staff and volunteers. Following the main program, all Encore sponsors and guests at the Bronze and Platinum levels are invited to remain for a Q&A session with O’Hara. “After 18 months, we couldn’t be more excited to finally be bringing Kelli O’Hara to Winter Garden to thank our incredible community for their support and raise much-needed funds for our arts education programs,” Garden Theatre Managing Director Elisa Spencer-Kaplan said. “We’re honored to have this talented Tony Award winner on the Garden stage.” Encore 2021 is a fundraiser for the theater’s education programming. All funds raised will go toward creating educational theater experiences for hundreds of young people in Central Florida. In accordance with Garden Theatre safety protocols and the requirements of O’Hara and her team, guests will be required to wear a mask at all times while inside the building. O’Hara, a stage and screen star, has established herself as one of Broadway’s greatest leading ladies. Her portrayal of Anna Leonowns in “The King and I” garnered her the 2015 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, along with Grammy, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle and Olivier Award nominations. Her numerous Broadway credits include “Kiss Me Kate,” “The Bridges of Madison County,” “South Pacific” and “The Light in the Piazza.” She also received an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Katie Bonner in the hit web series “The Accidental Wolf.” She performs with the New York Philharmonic and Metropolitan

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Officer from the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office assisted in giving aid to those in Galliano, Louisiana.

Church assists Ida victims

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lad Tidings Church, in Ocoee, is a missionsminded church, and the pastor and several members were able to put this goal into action when they traveled to Galliano, Louisiana, to help victims of Hurricane Ida. Pastor Tyler Howell recounted the humbling experience of collecting supplies and handdelivering them to the folks who needed them the most. Glad Tidings partnered with about 10 other churches, in places such as Sanford, Jacksonville and northwest Florida, and raised about $36,000 to buy 36 generators and other supplies. City of Destiny Church in Clarcona and City Serve, an Apopka ministry, were among the partners. “We loaded up what would equate to about two-and-a-half semi loads of product,” Howell said. “We took three 26-foot trailers and another semi.” Glad Tidings has its own disaster relief team that operates out of a 12,000-square-foot warehouse in Apopka set up for local outreach ministry, and supplies are always ready for delivery during disaster relief missions. Once in Galliano, Howell and his team partnered with two churches that have enjoyed a longtime relationship with Glad Tidings. A member of Glad Tidings had grown up in one church there and her mother attends there today. At another Assembly of God church, the Glad Tidings pastor attended school with the pastors there. “It was a great God-ordained moment for those relationships to really happen,” Howell said. “They set up distribution centers, and we made hot meals for people to come and eat,” he said. “They did a drive-thru for that, breakfast and lunch; and at dinnertime, they would set up distribution for water and diapers and supplies that had been brought in from other ministries and churches, like Convoy of Hope.” During the mission trip, the

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Members of Glad Tidings who traveled to Louisiana to help hurricane victims took in all the damage.

Glad Tidings team tarped several rooftops with the aid of some Seminole County Sheriff’s Office officers who had been relocated to Galliano. “There are a lot of older homes, wood-frame homes, and those homes just did not take the damage (well),” Howell said. “We talked to many people that are having to move away until they can figure out with FEMA what is going on — and what’s really sad is a lot of these people have owned their homes, (but) they didn’t hold property insurance on it.” Volunteers at Glad Tidings packed 3,000 blessing bags with essential hygiene products. The people of Galliano were thrilled to receive these, Howell said. “I was really surprised at how much,” he said. “We called them blessing bags, (with) just basic sanitation needs — toothbrush, mouthwash, comb, some sprayin shampoo, baby wipes — basic, little showers in a bag. I was surprised at how much of a need those were.” An initial team of four men drove to Louisiana Sept. 1 through 3 with some immediate supplies and to assess the situation and find out the needs. A few days later, Howell and four others returned to Galliano with more items. “We have relationships with some bigger ministries that we

“May I not just brush over a need, but may I actually recognize that every need that is there is potentially because the Lord wants me to be there to help with that. It re-establishes the importance of being on mission.” — Pastor Tyler Howell

were able to get to help fill up the semis with MREs and bottled water, but when it came to all that (was on the collection list), from cleaning supplies to diapers, that was really facilitated through community effort. Several collection sites were set up, including Gymnastics USA. People say, ‘What is my purpose?’” Howell said. “We have a saying: The need reveals the call. God will reveal that need. We know throughout our warehouse and our ministry that this was definitely a need worth responding to.” The Glad Tidings team plans

to return to Louisiana at the end of September. Depending on the need, the volunteers are prepared to tarp more houses and tackle property cleanup. No matter what is needed, the Ocoee church is ready to assist, living out the James 1:27 Bible passage: “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” “ Fo r me, (the t r i p) re-established the importance of the need revealing the call,” he said. It was as simple as “taking care of those that have walked through hard times and are walking through hard times,” he said. “We didn’t really know to expect when we got there. You’re just giving out a bottled water or a blessing bag, and they’re just bawling. “ We ’ve go n e t h ro u g h hurricanes here, and we’ve gone a week without power, but these people lost everything,” Howell said. “May I not just brush over a need, but may I actually recognize that every need that is there is potentially because the Lord wants me to be there to help with that,” Howell said. “It re-establishes the importance of being on mission.”

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Hiring process causes delay on Windermere pavilion project The Rotary Club of Windermere will have to advertise for the open position of owner’s representative for a few more weeks. JIM CARCHIDI ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Progress on Windermere’s Healthy West Orange pavilion hit a snag during the Sept. 14 Town Council meeting, because of confusion over the hiring process for a key role. The position, known as an owner’s representative, acts as a liaison between the project owners and the design and construction services. Responsibilities include assisting with project management, oversight and technical support. “When the Rotary (Club of Windermere) sought interviews and made a selection for owner’s representative, (it) didn’t follow the town procurement practices,” Windermere Mayor Jim O’Brien said. “We just want to make sure the process is revisited.” According to O’Brien, the procurement process involves advertising a request for proposal or a request for quote for 30 days. The requests are posted through social media, public notices and the Demandstar network, which connects government procurement agencies with business suppliers. “(The town) wanted us to follow procedure; we thought we did,” said Byron Sutton, Rotary Club of Windermere pavilion project manager. “They advertise for 30

IN OTHER NEWS n A representative from Central Florida Expressway Authority attended the meeting to request participation from town leaders and residents in a survey to determine projects for its 2045 Master Plan. The server can be accessed to CFXway.com/master-plan.

days. We only advertised for two weeks — which was our understanding that was satisfactory. But apparently it wasn’t. So we’ll advertise it some more.” Attorneys for the Windermere Rotary met with Town Manager Robert Smith Sept. 15 to discuss the process of moving forward with the hiring process. “The next step in the process will be to advertise for construction companies,” Sutton said. “We’re going to have two workshops with the town so we can get input from citizens as to the acceptability of anything in the design.” The Town Council approved a partnership with Rotary Club of Windermere Inc. in May to build the Healthy West Orange Pavilion. The outdoor facility is funded by a $1 million grant from the West Orange Healthcare District. Construction will begin next year, although no completion date has been set. BOATHOUSE LEASES

The question of boathouse leases will remain unanswered for another month as approval on a fair market rate is discussed. Located west of Main Street in Palmer Park, the five boathouses are estimated to be more than 100 years old. The question of ownership has been a hot topic for years with the town lacking ownership documentation and occupants only possessing quit-claim deeds, which only transfer title to a grantee. However, the town does own the land beneath the structures and decided to lease the boathouses 20 years ago — each lease with an initial 10-year term. The leases then automatically renewed for another 10-year term. Progress was made at the Aug. 10 Town Council meeting, when a motion was passed to extend leases on a month-tomonth basis with a 30-day notice of termination. “Appraisal will come in, and we will evaluate to make sure it is something that we can all agree to,” Town Manager Robert Smith said in an email. “It is a unique property, so not your typical appraisal.” An appraiser will be present at the Oct. 12 Town Council meeting to discuss the rate and answer questions.

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David Lowe, left, plays Nathan Detroit, while Nate Krug portrays Sky Masterson.

A bushel & a peck The Southwest Orange church is celebrating its return to live theater with a classic musical. JIM CARCHIDI ASSOCIATE EDITOR

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Gangsters might not be part of a normal church service, but they are taking center stage for the St. Luke’s United Methodist Church production of “Guys and Dolls.” The beloved musical, set in Depression-era New York, tells the stories of gambler Sky Masterson, who falls in love with mission worker Sarah Brown, and Masterson’s friend, Nathan Detroit, and his long-time fiancee, Miss Adelaide. “We are stoked to be doing it at St. Luke’s for its message of community, acceptance, and transformation,” Artistic Director Steve MacKinnon said of the production. “The characters all change for each other and challenge each other and grow together. It’s one of the main reasons we chose the show.” The musical is the church’s first full production since the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown. But pandemic precautions still are playing a role in the planning. “Casts always vary in size according to the production, but because of COVID, we kept our cast size smaller,” MacKinnon said. “I believe this cast is about 35, but we’ve had casts of up to 100.” All cast members, orchestra and crew are required to be fully vaccinated, and masks are required for the audience. The

ST. LUKE’S PRESENTS ‘GUYS AND DOLLS’ WHEN: Opening day is Sept. 24, with select dates through Oct. 3 WHERE: St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando TICKETS: Available in three tiers starting at $15. Tickets can be purchased online at st.lukes.org/guysanddolls

facial covering requirement also extends to performers, but the use of face shields will provide a solution that fits the needs of the actors. “The shields are actually a lot easier to work with rather than a mask over your face,” said Lillie Thomas, who is portraying Sarah Brown. She has been acting since 2016 and was part of the Garden Theatre’s 2020 production of “Hello Dolly,” where face masks were required. “With the shields, you can see expressions below the eye.” Face shields also can accommodate the small microphones used in church services. COVID pivots aside, the production will celebrate the classic musical with the same creativity and passion St. Luke’s brings to all its productions. A

unique stage design plays a major role in providing an immersive experience. “It’s a classic show, but it’s being staged, choreographed and acted on what’s called a thrust stage,” MacKinnon said. “It’s almost like a runway.” Scenic elements are designed to go all around the audience. The orchestra, which is hidden in most theaters, will be on stage. “It’s kind of like Shakespeare in the round,” Thomas said. “You get to have the experience of looking at all the different angles instead of just facing front. It gives you more room to play.” Thomas also adores the positive environment at St. Luke’s, as well as the welcoming attitude that permeates every aspect of production. “They’re so accepting of everyone, and they love to try different things to add new life to a show,” said Thomas, who points out an inclusive aspect of this “Guys and Dolls” production. “You have a woman of color portraying Sarah Brown and falling in love with a man who is not a person of color, especially (in the era) it’s set. It adds another element to the show. I’m really excited for people to see it.” MacKinnon credits the cast and community members contributing their talents for the success of every production. “Our cast is 50% St Luke’s, 50% local performers and designers and technicians,” he said. “It’s not just an insider kind of deal. It’s actually more of a community outreach program.”

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Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center hosted the Edgewood Children’s Ranch 38th Country Round-Up Dinner and Auction.

Event volunteers Brooke Malsberger and Jenny DeVito, of the Winter Garden Junior Service League, sold raffle tickets for the VIP table. Left: Jim Crenshaw wore a hat he received during his service in the U.S. Army Cavalry during the Korean and Vietnam wars.

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Winter Garden votes to extend CRA City commissioners also will hold the final hearing for the 2021-22 budget Sept. 29. JIM CARCHIDI ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Winter Garden took another step toward finalizing its next fiscal plan with the second of three budget hearings during its Sept. 15 City Commission meeting. Commissioners approved ordinances appropriating and allocating all revenue from the city’s General Fund and Community Redevelopment Agency for Fiscal Year 2021-22. Dispersement from the General Fund is anticipated at $45,788,272 including ad valorem revenue of $19,039,702, while CRA funds of $1,887,213 include ad valorem income of $937,648. City Manager Mike Bollhoefer discussed a CRA pledge of $500,000 for capital projects, primarily dedicated to the redevelopment of 10th and Center streets. “We don’t know exactly what the projects will be or how much; sometime in the future those projects will be brought to the commission, and they’ll vote on them at that time,” Bollhoefer said. “It’s sort of like a placeholder; there’s $500,000 set aside for capital projects for 10th and Center, we have a general idea of what we want to do, we just have to figure it out in detail.” Additional projects for the next fiscal year include an expansion of the city’s pickleball courts, because of the game’s popularity among residents. Pickleball combines elements of badminton, table tennis and tennis that can be played on a small court. A spay-and-neuter program also will be part of the 2021/22 fiscal plan and will include the catch and release of stray animals. “The difficulty with those programs is finding people that are willing, long-term, to do the catch and release,” Bollhoefer said. “The spay and neutering is easy — we can find vets. It’s the catch-and-release part that’s hard.” After the regular business agenda, the meeting dispensed as the City Commission and reconvened as the Community Redevelopment Agency to hear a resolution recommending the extension of the CRA to 2033 with 75% of the resulting earnings to be spent the redevelopment of east Winter Garden with the other 25% to be spent anywhere in the CRA. The CRA was created in 1992 and is scheduled to “sunset” in 2023. The extension is estimated to generate $20 million over the 10-year period, but that number could be as high as $30 million, according to Bollhoefer. “When you establish a CRA the only revenues you get are increment revenues,” he said. “So it’s all based on the fact (that) as you invest in the community, your property values go up.” The resolution was passed and requires a vote by the county. The final hearing for the 2021-22 budget will be held during the Sept. 29 City Commission meeting.

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SPECIAL EVENTS Commissioners passed recommendations for 12 special events from Sept. 30 to Dec. 30: n WEST ORANGE HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING PARADE: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 30, downtown n BLOOM & GROW SOCIETY, MONARCH DEDICATION: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 5, at the City Pavilion n GARDEN MUSIC SCHOOL COMMUNITY, OPEN HOUSE AND FAMILY CONCERT: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 16 n AMERICAN LEGION POST 63 RUCK WALK: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at Veterans Memorial Park n FRIENDS OF LAKE APOPKA BICYCLE RIDE AROUND LAKE APOPKA: 8 to 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 14, meeting at the City Pavilion n HARVEST SIDEWALK SALE & STROLL: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, downtown n HALLOWEEN EXPERIENCE: 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22 to 31 at City Hall n SHOP SMALL SATURDAY: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27, downtown n LIGHT UP WINTER GARDEN: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3, downtown n CHRISTMAS PARADE: 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 4, downtown n HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE STROLL: 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 9, downtown n ‘TIS THE SEASON (MICRO EVENTS): Dec. 4 to 30, downtown

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The home at 9513 Lake Hugh Drive, Gotha, sold Sept. 16, for $795,000. Built in 2013, it has four bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 3,500 square feet of living area. Days on market: 49.

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The home at 9038 Morgana Court, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $1.2 million. Built in 2021, it has four bedrooms, threeand-one-half baths and 2,903 square feet of living area. Days on market: Five. EDEN ISLE

The home at 6538 Earthgold Drive, Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $450,000. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 2,005 square feet of living area. Days on market: Four. HAMILTON GARDENS

The home at 6018 Glory Bower Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 15, for $629,000. Built in 2020, it has five bedrooms, four-andone-half baths and 3,312 square feet of living area. Days on market: 41. HAMLIN RESERVE

The home at 15321 Honeybell Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $630,000. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, three-and-

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The home at 16101 Parkwyn St., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $500,000. Built in 2020, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,470 square feet of living area. Days on market: 63. HICKORY HAMMOCK

The home at 15687 Citrus Heights Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 17, for $690,000. Built in 2016, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,568 square feet of living area. Days on market: Five. The home at 16005 Johns Lake Overlook Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 17, for $680,000. Built in 2015, it has five bedrooms, four-and-one-half baths and 3,526 square feet of living area. Days on market: 33. ISLES OF LAKE HANCOCK

The home at 14441 Isleview Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $1,315,000. Built in 2000, it has five bedrooms, five baths and 3,846 square feet of living area. Days on market: 51.

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and 2,042 square feet of living area. Days on market: Four.

WICKHAM PARK

The home at 12990 Garridan Ave., Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $400,000. Built in 2007, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,669 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three.

SUMMERLAKE

The home at 8264 Gray Kingbird Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 17, for $525,000. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,706 square feet of living area. Days on market: 45.

WINDERMERE TRAILS

The home at 9067 Arbors Edge Trail, Windermere, sold Sept. 14, for $586,000. Built in 2017, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,680 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three.

SUMMERPORT

The home at 14654 Yellow Butterfly Road, Windermere, sold Sept. 16, for $625,000. Built in 2015, it has five bedrooms, fourand-one-half baths and 3,348 square feet. Days on market: 19.

The home at 10600 Reams Road, Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $392,000. Built in 2014, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,845 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three.

VINEYARDS AT HORIZON WEST

The home at 6758 Duncaster St., Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $420,000. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 2,234 square feet. Days on market: 60. LAKESIDE AT LAKES OF WINDERMERE

The condo at 8168 Boat Hook Loop, No. 301, Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $255,750. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,442 square feet of living area. Days on market: 48.

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The home at 15625 Giant Foxtail Court, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $1,420,000. Built in 2020, it has four bedrooms, four-andone-half baths and 4,760 square feet. Days on market: 19. LAKEVIEW POINTE

The condo at 8264 Maritime Flag St., No. 206, Windermere, sold Sept. 17, for $260,000. Built in 2008, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,455 square feet of living area. Days on market: Two.

LAKESIDE PRESERVE

The home at 7350 Twilight Bay Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $425,000. Built in 2016, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,901 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three. LAKEVIEW PRESERVE

The home at 3276 Buoy Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $541,100. Built in 2021, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,297 square feet of living area. Days on market: 18.

ORCHARD HILLS

The home at 14753 Magnolia Ridge Loop, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $500,000. Built in 2017, it has four bedrooms, twoand-one-half baths and 2,763 square feet of living area. Days on market: Five. ORCHARD PARK AT STILLWATER CROSSINGS

The home at 3237 Irish Peach Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $559,900. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,007 square feet of living area. Days on market: 44. STOREY GROVE

The home at 11024 Silver Surfer Alley, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $422,000. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three baths

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ARDEN PARK NORTH

The home at 2750 Norway Maple Court, Ocoee, sold Sept. 15, for $417,270. Built in 2020, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 2,911 square feet of living area. Days on market: 18.

WATERLEIGH

The home at 16012 Hampton Crossing Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $950,000. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,934 square feet. Days on market: 40.

The home at 1519 Amber Leaf Circle, Ocoee, sold Sept. 16, for $390,000. Built in 2017, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,937 square feet of living area. Days on market: Four.

The home at 16727 Alpaca Alley, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $526,000. Built in 2020, it has four bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 2,477 square feet. Days on market: Five.

ARDEN PARK SOUTH

The home at 1298 Arden Oaks Drive, Ocoee, sold Sept. 14, for $605,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 3,495 square feet of living area. Days on market: 31.

WEST LAKE HANCOCK ESTATES

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LAKES OF WINDERMERE

The townhouse at 13754 Beckman Drive, Windermere, sold Sept. 16, for $361,000. Built in 2015, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,912 square feet of living area. Days on market: Two.

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The home at 9425 Skiles Court, Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $3,799,000. This home features a dramatic foyer with spiral staircase.

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The home at 15625 Giant Foxtail Court, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $1,420,000. It was the largest transaction in Horizon West from Sept. 11 to 17.

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The home at 327 Westyn Bay Blvd., Ocoee, sold Sept. 16, for $397,500. Built in 2014, it has three bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 2,660 square feet of living area. Days on market: 31.

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The home at 1216 Freedom Court, Ocoee, sold Sept. 15, for $269,000. Built in 1979, it has three bedrooms, one bath and 1,601 square feet of living area. Days on market: One.

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The home at 880 Cool Springs Circle, Ocoee, sold Sept. 16, for $350,000. Built in 1996, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,884 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three. RESERVE

The home at 1119 Royal Marquis Circle, Ocoee, sold Sept. 13, for $330,100. Built in 2003, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,758 square feet of living area. Days on market: Four.

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The townhouse at 1621 Fallmonte Court, Ocoee, sold Sept. 17, for $250,000. Built in 2005, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,345 square feet of living area. Days on market: 32. WESTYN BAY

The home at 760 Westyn Bay Blvd., Ocoee, sold Sept. 15, for $470,000. Built in 2009, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,412 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three.

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The home at 342 Balsam Ridge Drive, Ocoee, sold Sept. 14, for $335,000. Built in 1955, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,760 square feet of living area. Days on market: Two.

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The home at 706 Rich Drive, Ocoee, sold Sept. 17, for $295,000. Built in 1988, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,353 square feet of living area. Days on market: Eight.

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WEST ORANGE CASABELLA

The home at 4071 Isabella Circle, Windermere, sold Sept. 13, for $2 million. Built in 2017, it has five bedrooms, six baths, two halfbaths and 6,752 square feet of living area. Days on market: 180. WATERSTONE

The home at 11532 Waterstone Loop Drove, Windermere, sold Sept. 14, for $1,575,000. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, four baths, two half-baths and 4,169 square feet of living area. Days on market: 11. SUMMERPORT BEACH

The home at 5323 W. Lake Butler Road, Windermere, sold Sept. 17, for $1,125,000. Built in 1935, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,834 square feet of living area. Days on market: 29. WINDERMERE GRANDE

The home at 2018 Watermere Lane, Windermere, sold Sept. 15, for $775,000. Built in 2004, it has five bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 3,454 square feet of living area. Days on market: 43.

WINDERERE ISLEWORTH

The home at 5019 Latrobe Drive W., Windermere, sold Sept. 15, for $2.8 million. Built in 2002, it has four bedrooms, four baths, two half-baths and 5,888 square feet of living area. Days on market: One. The home at 9719 Chestnut Ridge Drive, Windermere, sold Sept. 16, for $1,367,500. Built in 1987, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 3,494 square feet of living area. Days on market: 22.

The home at 9341 Westover Club Circle, Windermere, sold Sept. 16, for $590,000. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,749 square feet of living area. Days on market: Eight.

The home at 15332 Amberbeam Blvd., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $384,000. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,568 square feet of living area. Days on market: Nine.

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WINDERMERE

The home at 7 First Court, Windermere, sold Sept. 17, for $1,375,000. Built in 1964, it has five bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 2,992 square feet of living area. Days on market: 31.

WINTER GARDEN BRADFORD CREEK

The home at 14390 Sunbridge Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 15, for $599,000. Built in 2016, it has four bedrooms, four baths and 2,821 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three. COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES

The home at 3033 Weslenn Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $495,000. Built in 1978, it has three bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,997 square feet of living area. Days on market: 32. CROWN POINT SPRINGS

The home at 1455 Spring Ridge Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $355,000. Built in 1990, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,554 square feet of living area. Days on market: 13.

The home at 1214 Castleport Road, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $387,000. Built in 2000, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,896 square feet of living area. Days on market: 29.

WESTOVER CLUB

The home at 1421 Whitney Isles Drive, Windermere, sold Sept. 17, for $630,000. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, three-and-onehalf baths and 3,170 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three.

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The home at 1298 Arden Oaks Drive, Ocoee, sold Sept. 14, for $605,000. It was the largest transaction in Ocoee from Sept. 11 to 17.

DOWNTOWN WINTER GARDEN

The home at 202 S. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $625,000. Built in 1923, it has three bedrooms, three baths and 2,033 square feet of living area. Days on market: 39. JOHNS LAKE POINTE

The home at 709 Marsh Reed Drive, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 15, for $572,000. Built in 2016, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,088 square feet of living area. Days on market: 28.

PARK PLACE AT WINTER GARDEN

The townhouse at 462 Hazelnut Court, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $615,000. Built in 2019, it has three bedrooms, two-andone-half baths and 1,870 square feet. Days on market: Nine. SANCTUARY AT TWIN WATERS

The home at 15118 Masthead Landing Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $375,000. Built in 2004, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,602 square feet. Days on market: One. TIMBERCREEK PINES

The home at 233 Timbercreek Pines Circle, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 16, for $345,000. Built in 2004, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,580 square feet of living area. Days on market: 10.

The home at 16768 Sanctuary Drive sold Sept. 12, for $923,195. Built in 2021, it has five bedrooms, four-and-one-half baths and 4,276 square feet of living area.

TRADITIONS

The home at 1811 Juniper Hammock St., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $650,000. Built in 2021, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 4,204 square feet of living area. Days on market: Four.

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The home at 1215 Castleport Road, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $530,000. Built in 2001, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,864 square feet of living area. Days on market: 15.

WINTER GARDEN SHORES

MCALLISTER LANDING

The home at 657 Hearthglen Blvd., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 17, for $408,000. Built in 2006, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,858 square feet of living area. Days on market: 36.

The home at 2454 Baronsmede Court, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 15, for $582,500. Built in 2003, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,405 square feet of living area. Days on market: Nine.

The home at 123 Steinbeck St. sold Sept. 14, for $400,000. Built in 2001, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,591 square feet of living area. Days on market: Five. The home at 16625 Harbor Sail, Winter Garden, sold Sept. 13, for $812,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 2,943 square feet of living area. Days on market: Three. The home at 386 N. Boyd St., Winter Garden, sold Sept. 14, for $395,900. Built in 1960, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,388 square feet of living area. Days on market: One.

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COVID CANCELS RIVALRY GAME Because of a lack of practice time for Ocoee High School football players that resulted from COVID-19 cases and ordered quarantines last week, the football game scheduled for Friday, Sept. 24, against West Orange High School has been canceled. “This decision was not made lightly, and the district is working to schedule an alternative game for West Orange High,” district officials said. Ocoee High doesn’t have another scheduled game until Oct. 8.

SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES BUDGET The Orange County School Board on Tuesday, Sept. 14, approved Orange County Public Schools’ fiscal year 2021-22 budget. The board approved a 202122 millage rate of 6.737, which includes 3.489 (required local effort), .748 (basic discretionary), 1 (additional voted) and 1.5 (capital improvement). The approved rate is lower than last year’s millage of 6.857. The board also approved the following budgets: general fund, $2,290,094,240; special revenue fund, $236,856,988; debt service fund, $233,410,469; capital projects fund, $2,119,029,845; and internal service fund, $353,668,396. For more information about OCPS’ 2021-22 budget, view the presentation at bit.ly/2ZjNdAX.

INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK

MAJ. MATTHEW MEDLOCK, WEST ORANGE HIGH SCHOOL Maj. Matthew Medlock is the senior aerospace science instructor for the AFJROTC program at West Orange High School and has served in the role for 15 years. He has been with Orange County Public Schools for 16 years. During his time at West Orange, he has been awarded the AFJROTC Outstanding Instructor Award two times, in the 2007-08 and 2018-19 school years.

What brought you to your school? I grew up in the Orlando area, and as a former Air Force JROTC cadet from Oak Ridge High School (’77), I wanted to give back to a program that had done so much for me as a teenager. After I retired from the Air Force (’05), West Orange High School was close to home, had an opening, and I was lucky enough to be selected for the position. What do you love most about your school? West Orange has a great family of teachers and staff. They reach out and help one another and make you feel welcome and comfortable. What is your motivation? Seeing a student have that moment of understanding and seeing them smile. There are many things as a teacher that make it seem as though people are intent on making your job harder, but it’s the work with the students and seeing their success that makes the difference. I’m always touched at the end of the year with the notes and letters from students and parents thanking me for the difference I’ve made in their life.

REPORT CARD POSITION: AFJROTC senior aerospace science instructor TIME AT SCHOOL: 15 years

What do you like to do in your spare time? Spend time with my children and grandchildren and travel throughout the world. Who was your favorite teacher when you were in school? Why? I had many teachers (who) were special to me ... but the one I kept in contact with was Lt. Col. Luther C. Cox, who was my senior instructor in Air Force JROTC. As a successful leader, Lt. Col. Cox set an example for me to follow. He saw my potential and challenged me to reach it. A veteran of World War II and having survived as Prisoner of War, he was a true hero. When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I always wanted to serve my country as an officer in the military. My family has a long history of service in the military, and my father was my closest example, having served in World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. One of my sons is now serving and is the third generation of our family in the Air Force. He’s stationed in England and has completed two tours in Afghanistan and a one-year assignment in Turkey.

What is your favorite children’s book and why? “The West Point Story” by Red Reeder. My mother used to read this book to me, and it helped inspire me to be an officer in the military. What are your hobbies? Reading history and science fiction, traveling, enjoying time with family. If you could have any superpower, what would it be and why? The power to bring peace to the world and end prejudice. Many times in the military, I said that if I lost my job because the world was at peace, I would be happy with it. But in reality, the basics of human nature dictate that there will always be those that seek power at any cost, and therefore we must always be ready with a strong military, diligently training and be prepared for the next war.

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Homecoming traditions step outside the norm After Orange County Public Schools decided that all homecomings would take place outside, West Orange-area schools got creative. JIM CARCHIDI ASSOCIATE EDITOR

After a year of virtual socializing, Orange County Public Schools high school students are easing back to normalcy with a new take on a beloved tradition. All 2021 homecoming plans will take place outdoors, as mandated by Orange County Public Schools. But decisions on event locations and theming remain in the hands of each school. The decision is generally guided by schools’ respective Student Government Associations. Each student body votes to narrow down ideas for the theming and venue, with the final vote conducted among SGA leadership. Both West Orange and Windermere high schools will be hosting theirs at SeaWorld Orlando. West Orange’s “HOCO Under the Stars” will take place Oct. 2, while Windermere’s “A Night Under the Sea” will be one week later on Oct. 9. “SeaWorld had the best price point option, as well as availability,” West Orange High School SGA sponsor Alicia Light said. “A lot of the other theme parks have their own events going on right now, and also price points

were quite a bit higher.” The outdoor requirement did present a challenge to typical homecoming plans. And although creating immersive theming and optimal sound design for an outdoor event may seem difficult, it’s a hallmark of Central Florida’s tourism industry. “Where else but in Orlando can your homecoming dance be at one of the most famous theme parks in the world?” said Windermere High SGA adviser Evan Brengel said. According to Brengel, SeaWorld is allocating the outdoor portions of the Antarctica environment for the dances and providing nearly everything, including a deejay, photographer, food and drink. The nearby Kraken coaster also will be operating. “And, depending on how they’re feeling that day, live animals may be integrated into the event with their handlers,” he said. “We are allowed to bring in our own decorations if desired, but the atmosphere created within the Antarctica section is decor in itself.” Some schools are planning on-campus events with custom decorations taking center stage. The Horizon High School SGA is

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Homecoming always has been an important tradition at West Orange High School. This year, the Warriors will celebrate at SeaWorld Orlando.

even planning its Oct. 30 dance in secret, with a big reveal of the theme scheduled for the student body Sept. 24. “Students have been working since beginning of the year,” said Wendy Cartwright, one of the deans and the activities director at Horizon High. “Themes were proposed and voted on within the SGA, because they wanted it to be a big surprise.” Ocoee High themed its 2019 homecoming after the Netflix series “Stranger Things.” This year’s dance will be based on a

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popular film that fits the fall season. “We’re doing ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ and spelling Nightmare with a “K,” so it’s a play on words,” said SGA adviser Garett Kelly of the reference to the Ocoee Knight mascot. Construction on the props and decorations for the heavily themed event began Sept. 17 and will continue right up to the morning of the Oct. 16 dance. “It’s just going to build up in my room, and we’ll move it all out on the 16th in the morning, get

everything set up and come back out on the morning of the 17th and take it all down,”Kelly said. Students and their communities are looking forward to the returning school tradition. The volunteer contributions and support will resonate even after the music stops. “I’m really glad to see that people are willing to give back and help at our homecoming,” Kelly said. “Because these kids have lost a lot of their high school experience, and this year, they finally get to let loose a little bit.”

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THESE OLD TIMES

FROM THE WINTER GARDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION FROM THE ARCHIVES The citrus industry always has devoted much time and resources to marketing its product to consumers. During the first half of the 20th century, the nutritious benefits of Vitamin C were promoted heavily to moms, who were instructed to keep their families healthy while dad was busy working at his job. In the days before canned juice and concentrate became readily available, conveniences such as electric juicers made it easy to provide fresh-squeezed juice at breakfast every morning. The device pictured is a Sunkist Model 2700N electric juicer manufactured in the late 1930s. It stands 10 inches tall and weighs close to 10 pounds.

85 years ago

Mrs. C.C. Clark underwent a tonsillectomy Tuesday in Orlando. B.G. Reams also underwent a sinus operation and tonsillectomy that day, too.

75 years ago

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley C. Clark announced the engagement of their daughter, Georgiana, to Mr. James D. Hendrix Jr.

55 years ago

Harry Smith, president of the 40-year-old Winter Garden Ornamental Nursery Inc., said the corporation has been sold to Donald L. Biggers.

The mission of the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation is to preserve the heritage and architecture of Winter Garden while creating new cultural experiences. The Foundation also preserves the material culture of West Orange County, using it to educate the area’s youth on the community’s rich history.

40 years ago

Mrs. Sue Crabtree, Lakeview PTO president, urged parents to assist in the comfort of teachers this year by donating furniture for their lounge. As of last weekend, Scott Henry was off the crutches he had been using since injuring his leg at junior varsity football practice at West Orange High.

30 years ago

The IBM Corp. chose 20 schools, including West Orange High, to go on national television to test a new computer learning system. The system used an IBM PC 2, a mouse and a laser disk to place an entire

library of information about a subject at the fingertips of the classroom teacher and the students. Motion pictures, live performances, history, background, biography — all are at the immediate command of the teacher. WOHS received the hardware

and software for this program free. Winter Garden City Commissioner Gerald Jowers and former mayor Bob Barber were “arrested” by Sgt. Ken Fisher, of the Ocoee Police Department, on the first day of the West Orange Jail and

Bail to benefit the March of Dimes. Held in “jail” at Calico Jack’s in Ocoee, the men were among the men who had to raise “bail” money from their friends to get back out on the streets.

THROWBACK THURSDAY SEPT. 26, 1991 Thirty years ago, Walt Disney World was gearing up for 15-month celebration of the vacation kingdom’s 20th anniversary. Disney called it a Bi-Tencennial and a TwinTennial and announced a surprise party featuring new shows and entertainment. The “biggest, best parade in ‘World’ history” was planned, with inflated Disney characters celebrate festivals from around the world. The West Orange Times ran a photo on its front page that included many favorite Disney characters standing in the shape of a “20” and cast members celebrating 20 years of making magic.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

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Windermere Prep swimmer Alejandro Varon recently broke two longstanding school records. Page 16.

West Orange- and Southwest Orange-area girls volleyball teams are prepping for the Metro West Conference Girls Volleyball Tournament.

Dr. Phillips swimmer Gabo Morales broke the long-standing school record in the 100-yard backstroke during the Panthers’ meet Saturday, Sept. 11. Morales recorded a time of 52.41 to break the former record by one one-hundredth of a second. The record was held previously by Brendan Masterson at 52.42 and had stood since 1996.

Foundation Academy’s cross country team performed well at the Buffalo Invitational Sept. 18 at The Villages. Senior Mehari van der Reit took first in the boys competition, with a time of 16:48. Seventh-grader Claire Reburn took fourth on the girls side. The team competes next at the West Orange Invitational Sept. 25.

Dr. Phillips basketball player Denzel Aberdeen announced his commitment to play basketball at the University of Florida next year. The 6-foot-4 guard had considered schools such as Oklahoma, Georgia Tech and Texas Tech but ultimately chose the Gators. Aberdeen led the Panthers to the Class 7A state championship in the 2020-21 season.

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Windermere middle hitter Rebecca McGuire lays down a massive slam against Montverde Academy. The Wolverines are off to a blazing start to begin the season with a 13-1 record.

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West Orange High School will be hosting its inaugural Warriors Baseball Scramble Oct. 29 at Orange County National Golf Center. 16301 Phil Ritson Way, Winter Garden. The event costs $135 per golfer and $500 per foursome and benefits the West Orange Baseball Boosters Club.

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Editor’s note: Records and statistics are as of press time Tuesday, Sept. 21.

Some of the games highlighting Week 5 of the high school football season are Windermere traveling to Kissimmee to play Osceola; Dr. Phillips going to Lake Mary; Central Florida Christian playing Bishop McLaughlin Catholic; and Olympia hosting University. Fans can purchase tickets on the GoFan app.

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West Orange’s Mackenzie Hancock puts everything into getting her team a point. That offense will be key as the Warriors prepare for the Metro West Conference tournament.

or West Orange’s public high school girls volleyball teams, the Metro West Conference Girls Volleyball Tournament is the annual forum that crowns the area’s best squad. And with two new West Orange- and Southwest Orangearea teams, this year’s tournament promises to be both exciting and telling. Several teams in our coverage area are ranked highly heading into the tournament, with four taking up top five positions. The tournament takes place from Oct. 1 to 2. Here is a mid-season update —

organized by ranking — on each of our coverage-area schools. NO. 1 WINDERMERE WOLVERINES

Windermere blazed through the first part of the 2021 season. The Wolverines (13-1) won their first 13 games and swept 29 straight sets before losing in straight sets to Central Pointe Christian Academy Sept. 18. First-year head coach Daniel “Omi” Fuentes said the loss to the White Tigers was the wakeup call the team needed as it prepares for the tournament. “I was looking for that wakeup call, and (the players) were looking for that wakeup call,” Fuentes said. “We took it in a good way, because we were looking for those high-quality matchups to SEE VOLLEYBALL PAGE 16

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Alejandro Varon Alejandro Varon is a freshman swimmer for Windermere Prep who specializes in butterfly and the individual medley events. During the Lakers’ meet Sept. 4, Varon broke two school records — one individual and one relay. He broke WPS’s 100-yard backstroke record with a time of 58.71 and led off the 400-yard freestyle relay team, which went 3:29.68. Varon also swims for Windermere Laker Aquatics. He made his Futures cut in the 200-meter individual medley this past summer.

How did you get involved in swimming? When I was young, my parents always signed me up for swimming lessons. They always said I had an affinity for the water; I liked being in it. When I was 8, I started swimming competitively. … I was playing soccer at the time, and I had to make the decision whether to choose soccer or swimming. I chose swimming, because I love swimming and didn’t have the passion for soccer that I did swimming.

THE BASICS AGE: 14 GRADE: Freshman SCHOOL: Windermere Prep SPORT: Swimming STROKE(S): Butterfly/ freestyle/individual medley

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Dr. Phillips’ Renata Arcay takes a chance against Oviedo. The Panthers have had a slow start to 2021 but hope the Metro West Conference tournament will get them back on track.

Florida Age Group Championship meet). Favorite event(s)? Either the 200 or 400 IM. They are, in my opinion, some of the hardest, and they’re also fun, because you get to do all four strokes, and you get to see everyone’s weaknesses and strengths in the pool. It shows in the IM. (It shows) who is the most well-rounded swimmer … because you need to be the most versatile.

What are some of your best swimming qualities? I always do my best in practice, no matter what it is. … I always listen to coach, because I know he’s trying to help me out and make sure I accomplish all my goals. I also have fun (at practice); I don’t make practice boring … so that I at least have some fun in all this pain.

Favorite swimmer? Caeleb Dressel; his underwaters, freestyle and butterfly, it’s all super impressive.

What was the process of becoming a butterflier? At first, butterfly was my worst stroke. … Then during this one winter training, I sat down and said, “I need to work on my butterfly.” I did so much butterfly, and it got stronger and stronger that I found myself swimming the 200 fly and 100 fly at (the

What’s your ultimate goal in swimming? Make the Olympics. That’s been my goal since Day 1, and I’ve dreamed about it since I was 7. Hobbies outside of swimming? I like music; I play the drums and guitar. My favorite band is Metallica. Favorite drummer? Neil Peart Favorite TV/ Netflix show? “Naruto” Favorite postpractice meal? Chicken and pasta; I also drink a protein shake to help me recover. — CHRIS MARTUCCI

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see where we stand.” Although the Wolverines are the tentative No. 1 seed in the West bracket, Fuentes and his team are not comfortable. Furthermore, although he said having a first-round bye was an advantage, the seedings were not that important to him and the team. “We’re not trying to focus a lot of energy on (seedings); we just want to go out and do our job,” Fuentes said. “If we get the first seed, we’ll take advantage of that, because we’re going to have a better view of the competition, but it’s not taking up our attention.” The Wolverine squad is anchored by outside hitters Ana Bleeker and Ashtyn Sims, and middle hitter Keondreya “Keke” Granberry. However, Fuentes said every member of the squad is crucial to its success. “Stay humble, stay hungry; that’s the kind of group they are,” Fuentes said. NO. 2 OLYMPIA TITANS

After a fast start to the season, during which they won eight of their first nine games, the Olympia Titans (9-5) are left trying to rediscover the magic while in the midst of a short cold streak. Players such as Abigayle Dickinson, Gabriella Armitage and Amanda Ford have led the way early for the Titans. As of press time Tuesday, Dickinson leads all Central Florida outside hitters with 152 kills; and Armitage is not that far behind in second place as a right side hitter. She also has the team lead in aces.

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As one of the new teams in West Orange, Horizon (5-2) has turned many heads with its fast start to the season. It started from the first game, as the Hawks earned Horizon’s first varsity athletics victory Aug. 24 against Ocoee — whom they beat in three straight sets. Horizon has won 16 sets total and lost only seven as it claimed five of its first seven games. Some key players to the Hawks are libero Gabby Park and outside hitter Camryn Teasley. Horizon has established itself as a young team with a lot of promise right out the gate as it prepares to face stiffer competition. As the fifth seed in the Metro West Conference tournament, Horizon will play the fourth seeded Edgewood in the quarterfinal matchup Oct. 1. NO. 6 DR. PHILLIPS PANTHERS

One year removed from losing in the district semifinals in 2020 and two from losing in the district finals, Dr. Phillips (3-9) has struggled in the beginning of the 2021 season. The Panthers lost their first three matches and have tried to find consistency in their play as they prepare for the Metro West Conference tournament. To the outside world, Dr. Phillips is going through a transition year, after losing four of its top six players. However, head coach Emily Loftus prefers a different perspective. “We have a lot of players (who) are getting their chance to play varsity, and it’s taking them time to get up to that higher speed,” Loftus said. “These are the times where you get into the nittygritty of coaching, and I like that.”

NO. 9 LAKE BUENA VISTA VIPERS

The second addition to West Orange County athletics is Lake Buena Vista (2-6). Through the first part of the season, the Vipers have been finding their way as most young programs do. Losing their first four matches gave way to two straight wins, which is good for a young team to get its confidence up and have something to build on early in the season. The Vipers’ biggest test will come in the Metro West tournament as they mix it up with teams from across the West Orange County area. Their first game will be against the eighthseeded Ocoee Knights Oct. 1.

NO. 8 OCOEE KNIGHTS

As the eighth seed heading into the tournament, Ocoee (3-4) is a team finding its identity. It has had games so far during which it looks like a really good team, as well as games in which the Knights are searching for answers. Ocoee is an experienced squad, with seven seniors and only two underclassmen. Two years removed from the 1-17 season, this group has fought hard to reach where it is now. Two of the Knights’ wins have come in straight sets, while their win over Central Florida Christian was in five sets. The Knights will play the second game on court 1 against the ninth-seeded Lake Buena Vista Oct. 1.

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