NEWS BRIEFS

Dg Doughnuts

Earns Top Ranking

Ocoee’s own doughnut spot DG Doughnuts recently was ranked No. 71 in Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Donut Shops 2023.

DG Doughnuts was one of the 10 doughnuts shops in Florida that made it on the list. Some of the other doughnut places located in Florida include Donuts To Go, located in Sanford, ranked No. 24; Bake Shack, located in Dania Beach, ranked No. 40; Hole in One Donut, located in Tampa, ranked No. 60; and Valkyrie Doughnuts, located in Orlando, ranked No. 80.

ELLIE LOU’S OPENS IN HORIZON WEST

Horizon West residents can now enjoy a new spot to indulge in comfort food and southern hospitality. Ellie Lou’s Brews and BBQ recently opened at Flamingo Crossings, 153 Sugar Belle Drive, Winter Garden. Ellie Lou’s Brews and BBQ is known for items such as pulled pork and chicken, brisket, ribs and sandwiches.

Police Investigate Theft Of Tree

The Ocoee Police Department is searching for information regarding a stolen tree. The Magnolia tree was taken from the city’s Florida Friendly Demonstration Garden, next to the Ocoee Lakeshore Center at 125 N. Lakeshore Drive. Those with information should call (407) 905-3160.

Correction

In the June 15 story, “Batters Up,” Leila Sky Montalbano’s and Riyar DeLeon’s names were misspelled, and Luke Kimmel’s and Ashton Minner’s names were omitted from the Windermere Little Leage All-Stars roster. We regret the errors.