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Maxey Elementary students cuddle up witih new quilts.

Ocoee High School crowns Homecoming king and queen.

Rachel Sawyer a force for Dr. Phillips volleyball.

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by Tony Judnich | Staff Writer right on red OUR TOWN

Ocoee keeps cameras running Officials said the city has collected $800,000 from drivers making illegal right-hand turns.

Ivan Negron, Rachel Haas and Silvia Haas

+ OCA students perform ‘Aladdin’

OCOEE — Red-light cameras that catch drivers who make illegal right-hand turns at some intersections in Ocoee will continue to operate, a majority of the City Commission decided Sept. 16.

OCA, a Central Florida non-profit organization for families of individuals with autism and other disabilities, ended nine weeks of summer camp with a special theater performance of “Aladdin,” an original collaboration produced by OCAers Ivan Negron, Rachel Haas and Jeremy Ashton, that put a fresh twist on the classic. The play was performed Aug. 8, at the downtown sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Windermere. All campers performed, sang or worked on the production in some capacity, and it delighted the audience and campers alike. From snake charmers to fire walkers, it was the epic journey of true friendship. The summer camps were held at West Orange High School and the Eastbrook YMCA.

After debating the issue at this meeting and its prior regular meeting, the commission voted 4-1, with Commissioner Rusty Johnson dissenting, to keep the program as is. Ceasing to cite right-hand-

turn violators would have made a huge dent in fine revenue and left Ocoee’s overall red-light camera program no longer viable, city staff said. So far in fiscal 2014, the city has collected about $950,000 in fines from straight-shot

red-light runners and those who make illegal right-hand turns. The bulk of the money, or about $800,000, came from right-hand-turn violators. And those funds are needed to pay $456,000 to Scotts-

dale, Ariz.-based American Traffic Solutions for Ocoee’s eight red-light cameras. The cost breaks down to a rate of $4,750 per camera per month.

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PRIMETIME PRODUCTION by Steven Ryzewski | Sports Editor

+ W.O. Times to expand circulation We’re growing! The West Orange Times is expanding, and beginning with the Oct. 2 edition, the newspaper will reach the 15,000 distribution mark across West Orange County. The paper has a publication date of Thursday, so readers will be able to pick up a copy from one of 150 locations within the coverage area. Local subscribers will receive their paper in Thursday’s mail, as well.

Courtesy of Daniel Mogg

Daniel Mogg anchors a video segment as part of his role as production manager for NBC’s Sunday Night Football Bus in front of Sports Authority Field at Mile High — the home of the Denver Broncos.

ROAD WARRIOR West Orange High School alumnus Daniel Mogg is the production manager for NBC’s Sunday Night Football Bus and is traveling the country throughout the 2014 NFL season.

+ Local dancers attend USA IBC Caroline Lee, Jenna Latham and Lauren Nix, from the Elizabeth Parsons School of Dance, attended USA International Dance School and Competition in Jackson, Miss., this summer. The USA IBC is held once every four years, and the IBC Dance School is held in conjunction with the competition.

WO This week’s winner is

Myrna Barba

See the photo on PAGE 10B.

Even as this is written, Daniel Mogg is on the road. This week, the West Orange High School alumnus is on the way to Dallas, having departed from Charlotte on Monday morning. Next week, he’ll travel across the country from Texas to Boston.

Just within the past month, Mogg has been to Seattle, Denver and San Francisco over on the West Coast. These are all business trips, of course, and — for readers who are avid football fans — the pattern may have already become evi-

dent that Mogg’s travels directly mirror the locations of the NFL’s weekly Sunday Night Football game on NBC. The Winter Garden native is embracing the opportunity of a lifetime this fall, having taken on the role of production manager for the

Sunday Night Football Bus. The bus travels everywhere the weekly game goes, and Mogg’s duties include managing social-media accounts, putting together video packages, giving tours of the bus and

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FOODIE FUN by Tony Judnich | Staff Writer

Food trucks to roll into Windermere The inaugural Hula-licious cook-off will feature more than 60 food trucks. WINDERMERE — It’s billed as Central Florida’s largest, single-day food truck congregation and culinary cook-off. And, along with an anticipated turnout of thousands of foodies, it’s coming to Windermere. The inaugural Hula-li-

cious event will fill the air with tantalizing aromas of barbecue, lobster rolls and other fare from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at the Pines of Windermere, 8409 Maguire Road, next to Lake Down. From fast food to fourstar cuisine, Hula-licious

will feature more than 60 food trucks, which will compete in 22 “Best Of” categories. The public will have the opportunity to vote for the best overall food truck, which will receive the “Grand People’s Choice Award.” The event is spearheaded

by Doug Trovillion, founder of Hula-licious and owner of Trovillion Construction, of Winter Park. At the culinary cook-off, notable chefs, food and beverage professionals and food editors will judge the

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COMMUNITYCALENDAR THURSDAY, SEPT. 25 Lunch and Learn — 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at the Windermere Town Hall, 520 Main St. Hear from the guest speaker about “Your Elevator Speech: How to Get Off the Ground Floor.” Learn how to make a great first impression, important for building new business relationships. Free for current West Orange Chamber of Commerce members. To register, visit wochamber.com/calendar/ event_details/lunch_and_ learn10. Once Upon a Princess — 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. By special decree, all princesses of the kingdom are hereby invited to attend an enchanted fairytale spectacular. Dress in your best princess costume and participate in royal crafts, activities and games. Every princess in attendance will receive a fairy princess hat. Registration required. Ages 3 to 7. (407) 835-7323. Parenting Workshop — 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. ApopkaVineland Road, Orlando. The church will offer this free workshop for parents raising children ages six through 12. Dr. Joanne MacPherson will discuss the challenges and demands of parenting and how parents can grow as individuals. To register, call (407) 8764991, Ext. 278.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 26 Active 50+ My Critic’s Choice — 11 a.m. the last Friday of every month, with the exception of Nov. 21 and Dec. 19. Travel each month to a new restaurant for a casual lunch and critique of the dining experience. The cost is $8 for residents, $10 for non residents. The cost includes transportation only. Registration is required. For more infor-

mation, contact the Winter Garden Parks and Recreation Department at (407) 6564155. Between the Brushes — 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at The ArtRoom, 709 Main St., Windermere. Attendees will learn from instructors how to create their own red hibiscus painting to take home. The cost is $35; registration is required. For more information, call (407) 909-1869. Coffee with IronMen of God — 7:15 to 8:15 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at the Garden Room above Axum Coffee, 146 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. Join other men to learn how to integrate faith in the workplace and hear from speaker Brain Buckley, founder of Better Man Ministries. To RSVP, visit ironmenofgod.com/event/september-coffee. Fall Into Fun — 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at West Oaks Branch Library, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee. Fall into fun with stories, games and a craft! Ages 3 to 5. (407) 8357323. Family Food Truck Night — 5 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at 520 Main St., Windermere. A variety of food trucks will be available. For more information, call (407) 876-2563.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 27 Archery Class — 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Sept. 27 through Oct. 25, at Veterans Memorial Park, 420 S. Park Ave., Winter Garden. Learn beginner and intermediate archery skills. Ages 5 and older are welcome. The cost for residents is $50 per person for each class and $55 for non residents; four-week session costs $160 for residents and $180 for non residents. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at (407) 6564155. Fiesta de Colores — 11:30

a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Bill Breeze Park, 125 N. Lakeshore Drive. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the city of Ocoee presents a day of fun with Latin cuisine, piñatas, salsa dancing, live music and more. For more information, call (407) 905-3100. Jazz in the Hills — 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at 5230 Indian Hill Road, Pine Hills. Join the HAPCO Music Foundation and Greater Orlando Cares for a free jazz music event. For more information, email Orlando@caresmentoring.org. Mammogram Screening — 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Winter Garden Farmers Market, 104 S. Lakeview Ave. The Florida Hospital Women’s Mobile Wellness and Florida Radiology Imaging are offering a day of screening mammograms at the Winter Garden Farmers Market. Registration is required. No prescription is required. The self-pay cost is $81. For more information or to register, call (407) 303-1615. Planning Ahead: Preparing Your Will — 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Southwest Library at Dr. Phillips, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Join Shondell Benn with LegalShield to get tips on preparing a will. Registration required. (407) 835-7323. Radical Raptors — 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Tibet-Butler Preserve and Vera Carter Environmental Center, 8777 County Road 535, Orlando. Enjoy a presentation of four birds of prey, including a bald eagle, from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey. Participants will discover the senses and physical adaptations that make these birds masters of the sky. Appropriate for all ages; limited to 50 participants. To RSVP, call (407) 876-6696. Symptoms of Early Memory

To publicize your event in our Community Calendar, please send by mail: 720 S. Dillard St. Winter Garden, FL 34787; or by email: news@wotimes.com. Photos are welcome. Deadline is noon Thursday. 530 Main St., Windermere. Join Lisa Finestone, a certified adult yoga teacher, for a unique yoga class. Mats will be provided. (407) 835-7323.

BEST BET Charity Ride — 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at First Baptist Church of Winter Garden, 125 E. Plant St. Registration begins at 9 a.m. The second Thunder in the Garden escorted charity ride will benefit the Winter Garden Police Athletic League. Registration includes a complimentary continental breakfast, a non-stop scenic ride, one lunch and one door prize ticket. The cost is $25 per rider, $15 per passenger and $25 per vehicle. Register online at wgpal.org. Disorders — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Holy Family Catholic Church Family Life Center, 5125 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando. The Brain Fitness Club will present information regarding diagnosis and issues relating to dealing with memory disorders. This event is free. For more, contact Sue Odena at (407) 760-2304. “Thoroughly Modern Millie” — 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, at West Orange High School, 1625 Beulah Road, Winter Garden. The show will continue for two consecutive weeks, with performances at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1, 2 and 4 and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 5. The West Orange High School Theater Department will tell the story of a small town girl who goes to New York to marry for money instead of love. Tickets are $15 for reserved seats, $12 general admission and $10 for students. For more, call (407) 905-2400, Ext. 6162462.

Sunshine State Book Club — 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, at West Oaks Branch Library, 1821 E. Silver Star Road, Ocoee. This month’s selection from the Sunshine State List for third- to fifth-graders is “Hooper Finds a Family: A Hurricane Katrina Dog’s Survival Tale.” (407) 835-7323.

WEDNESDAY, OCT.1 Foundation Academy Archery Club — takes place Wednesday, Oct. 1, at Joseph Steed’s Archery, 17804 County Road 455, Clermont. Students in grades K-12 of all skill levels are welcome. All archery equipment is provided. (352) 874-4363.

MON, SEPT. 29 Calming Techniques for the Mind and Body — 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at Southwest Library at Dr. Phillips, 7255 Della Drive, Orlando. Join Lisa Finestone for a unique yoga class that will help you learn the following: breathing techniques that promote calm, easy yoga strategies to relieve sore wrists, arms, neck and shoulder pain, and tension releasing techniques using simple and easy yoga movements. Mats will be provided. Bring your water bottle. Registration required. (407) 835-7323. Fall Into Fun — 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at Windermere Branch Library, 530 Main St., Windermere. Fall into fun with this fantastic fall craft and story time. Ages 6 to 12. (407) 835-7323.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 30 Calming Techniques for the Mind and Body — 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m. at Windermere Branch Library,

Get a Mammogram, Give a Mammogram — takes place Wednesday, Oct. 1, through Friday, Oct. 31, at Sand Lake Imaging, 9350 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando. With support from Shepherd’s Hope, women who undergo a mammogram screening can, at no cost to them, donate the procedure to a woman in need. (407) 3632772.

THURSDAY, OCT. 2 Children’s Consignment Sale — takes place Thursday, Oct. 2, through Saturday, Oct. 4, at The Pines of Windermere, 3409 Maguire Road, Windermere. Just Between Friends Orlando will hold this sale, which is open to the public, to help local families save and earn money. (407) 276-2469. “Edge of Night” Exhibit Reception — 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at the SoBo Gallery, 127 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden. Come enjoy works of art focused on Halloween, nocturne and mystery. (407) 347-7996.

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money matters by Tony Judnich | Staff Writer

SEW SWEET by Amy Quesinberry Rhode | Community Editor

Commission approves new budget

Ocoee city commissioners adopted a new, lower property-tax rate of 5.6 mills. The new rate will generate an estimated $9.9 million in revenue.

Tashara Canuelas’ pre-kindergarten students display their new quilts.

Photos by Amy Quesinberry Rhode

PATTERN OF LOVE Pre-kindergartners at Maxey Elementary can choose their own quilts when a local couple visits with a truckload.

WINTER GARDEN — All through the year, Lynn and Pauline Folsom, of Winter Garden, sew by hand dozens of themed children’s quilts and then give them all away. Last week, Lynn and his daughter, Peggy Folsom, visited Maxey Elementary School to share their sewing talents with the pre-kindergarten class. The colorful quilts, measuring 42 inches by 55 inches, were laid out on the low tables, and the 4-year-olds were trying to sneak a peek while remaining seated on the floor nearby. One by one, the 19 children in Tashara Canuelas’ class walked around the tables, choosing little blankets depicting princesses, farm animals, sports equipment, zoos and jungles, the Cat in the Hat and the Very Hungry Caterpillar, fire trucks and geometric shapes. They selected their favorite and then posed for a photo with it, wide grins on their faces. “They’re tickled to death (to get their own quilt),” Lynn Folsom said. “It’s fun to come down here.” Maxey Principal Jerrie Sims’ granddaughter received one last year and still carries it around, calling it her “comfy cover” when riding in the car, Sims said. The Folsoms have shared a love of making crafts for 40 years. They enjoy shopping for new and different patterns for the quilts and even frequent craft shops when

Chrishariah Sharron beams after getting her quilt. they are traveling. When Nemours Children’s Hospital opened in Orlando in 2012, the couple donated about 30 quilts and pillowcases. Sewing is a year-round hobby for the Folsoms.

Cathy Errion, another daughter, runs the science lab at Maxey Elementary, and she visited the pre-K classroom when her dad brought the quilts so she could watch the presentation.

Calel Watters-Short finds the quilt he wants. “It is just a joy to see their smiles,” she said. Contact Amy Quesinberry Rhode at aqrhode@ wotimes.com.

Lynn Folsom, left, and his wife, Pauline, not pictured, give away all the quilts they make. Assisting their father at Maxey Elementary are Peggy Folsom and MES science lab instructor Cathy Errion.

OCOEE — A majority of the City Commission on Sept. 17 adopted a new budget and a property tax rate of 5.6 mills for fiscal 2015. This rate will generate $9.9 million in revenue, Ocoee Finance Director Wanda Horton said Sept. 18. Fiscal year 2015 starts Oct. 1. The new rate is 2.6% lower than the current rate of almost 5.8 mills and 1.87% higher than the rollback rate of 5.5 mills. The rollback rate is the rate at which the current tax base — with higher property values — would produce the same taxes levied as the prior year. Earlier this month, the commission approved increasing the city’s annual, non-ad-valorem fire-protection assessment from $27.50 to $69.50 per net fire protection unit. This “fire fee,” which first took effect a year ago, is imposed on assessed properties in Ocoee. In 2015, it is expected to generate about $1.9 million to help pay for fire-protection services, facilities and programs. “We’re attempting to decrease the millage rate to compensate for increasing the fire fee,” Commissioner Rosemary Wilsen said at the Sept. 17 meeting. The commission discussed how some of the money generated by the higher fire fee could free up General Fund revenue for bonding purposes related to the city’s ongoing strategic-visioning process. For example, the city could potentially borrow millions of dollars to pay for sewer lines that would replace old septic tanks in downtown Ocoee and westward to State Road 429. Such improvements would help attract new businesses to Ocoee, Commissioner John Grogan said. Wilsen agreed and said the infrastructure at Bluford Avenue downtown is in terrible shape. “No business will come in when you don’t have the proper infrastructure in place,” she said. “It’s time we as a city come

OTHER EXPENDITURES Other new budget expenditures include: • $56,000 for new “traffic calming devices,” aka speed bumps, in several areas • $45,000 in improvements to Ocoee Cemetery • $25,000 to resurface the Lakeshore Center’s parking lot forward and entice new businesses to the city.”

NEW EXPENSES

One of the largest expenditures in the new budget is a $540,000 purchase of an unused piece of downtown property at McKey Street and Kissimmee Avenue. This property, which is slightly larger than an acre, currently includes two empty office buildings joined by a breezeway in the front. The structures previously housed a real-estate office and a community outreach call center. “(The site) is in a key location, on the main connector to the (State Road) 429 corridor, and (the purchase) seems like a good thing for us to do, to have more influence on that property,” city Support Services Director Al Butler said Sept. 18. “It’s part of our strategic-plan efforts to develop the downtown area.” Plans for the property haven’t been finalized, but Ocoee officials are considering using the site for existing city offices that need more space, he said. Another possibility is removing the two empty buildings and leasing the property for new businesses, Butler said. The commission will discuss potential uses of the property at a future strategic-planning workshop. Also at the Sept. 17 meeting, a majority of the commission approved a 2.4% pay increase for non-emergency city employees. The increase totals $63,000.

helping hand by Tony Judnich | Staff Writer

Ocoee commission awards grants to 13 groups The City of Ocoee’s grant program will donate $6,000 to be used to assist a variety of local organizations. OCOEE — Thirteen local organizations will receive a financial boost from a city grant program, the City Commission decided Sept. 16. Ten of the groups each will receive $500; one will get $400; and two will receive $300 each. The $6,000 in total grant money was awarded via the city’s Community Merit Awards Program. It provides grants of up to $500 to nonprofit organizations and civic groups that are located within the city or are located outside of Ocoee but benefit city residents. The grants are awarded biannually to acknowledge excellence and further the

contributions the groups bring to Ocoee. Here are the organizations that were awarded, the amount of their grants and descriptions of their proposed projects that will benefit from the money: • Autism & Related Disabilities: $400; swimming lessons, pool party and bowling nights for families • Barkie’s Legacy: $500; dog food, treats and crates, offset weekly costs/supplies • Bread of Life Fellowship: $500; fuel for fleet of trucks used to pick up donated food items • Boy Scout Troop 198: $500; refurbish and refinish six canoes that were donated to the troop

• Christian Service Center: $500; equipment maintenance for major appliances, such as an icemaker, an air-conditioning unit, a hot water heater and an oven • Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida: $300; scholarship to send an Ocoee resident to the state Down Syndrome conference and for workshop materials • Gift of Swimming: $500; funding for two pre-qualified Ocoee children to receive swim lesson scholarships • Mathew’s Hope Ministries: $500; transportation for homeless guests, i.e. bus passes, bicycles, bicy-

cle locks and lights • Ocoee Lions Club: $500; eye exams, eyeglasses, hearing exams, hearing aids • Rotary Club of Ocoee: $500; Provide dictionaries to all third-grade students at Ocoee elementary schools • St. Vincent DePaul Resurrection Church: $500; pay utility bills and supply food and clothing to Christian services • Saving Young Hearts, Inc.: $500; provide health screening to youth ages 6-18 • Woman’s Club of Ocoee: $300; Creative Expressions School Program for fifth– grade students at seven schools in Ocoee. City Commissioner Rosemary Wilsen, a family and emergency services staff member at the Orlan-

do-based Christian Service Center, abstained from voting on the grant for this organization.

BACKGROUND

Last month, Ocoee’s Community Grant Review Board decided to recommend the 13 groups listed above from the grant-application pool of 19 organizations. The six applicants that did not make the cut were the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Ocoee Cardinals Baseball Club, Ocoee High School Athletic Department, Ocoee Future Farmers of America Boosters, Ocoee Elementary School Clean Up Club and the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation. Commissioner Rusty Johnson said the same applicants have received the

grant numerous times. “Two or three of these people get (grant money) every time,” he said. “I’m not going to name names, but the last four or five years … they get it.” He also said some organizations that receive grant funding later turn around and donate money back to the city. But, Mayor Scott Vandergrift didn’t have a problem with that. “This is seed money,” Vandergrift said. “They’re spending money in other places. If they come down and give us money, that’s OK. It’s circulating. Somebody has a job because of it.” “They’re non-profits, Mayor,” Johnson said. “So are we,” Vandergrift said.

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LETTER TO THEEDITOR + Article honors postal worker Dear Editor: I wish to thank Amy Quesinberry Rhode and the West Orange Times for the great article you wrote this past week about the upcoming retirement of Jennifer “Ginger” Beasley. When the papers arrived

at our post office, I was there when Ginger walked in. I told her, “They’re here,” and she let a little giggle slip out — letting me know just how special that article made her feel. I took a picture of the page and sent it to her daughter in Clermont. She called Ginger, and I listened as she showed it to Ginger’s

grandson. He shouted to his brother: “Ma Ma famous! She’s in the newspaper!” Her grin was a mile wide! Thanks again for helping her share her last days as a carrier, and how special she is to everyone she has touched for so many wonderful years. Cliff Cox Ocoee

THE GOOD OL’ DAYS by Donald Griffith | Special to the Times

They sure don’t build them like they used to When in high school, I took in riders to help pay for my gas. I was running late one day, and it had been raining. I had a 1936 Ford convertible roadster with a rumble seat. We had to squeeze four of us in the front seat because of the rain, with no one in the rumble seat. We were a little late, so I was in a hurry. On the last left turn off the dirt road onto the road to the school — also dirt — I took the corner pretty fast. The passenger door came open, and the girl there slid out of the car into a mud puddle on her rear. She didn’t get hurt, but it was scary. Our homeroom teacher had been looking out the window of our homeroom and saw it happen. He met me at the door to the school and asked me how it happened. I told him the door had been coming open from time to time. He had me take him to my car so he could look at the door. He tested it, and

FOOD / PAGE 1A contestants during blind taste tests in the various categories, according to information from Trovillion. The National Association of Catering Executives at the University of Central Florida (Student Chapter) will host the event. Hula-licious also will include musical performances by Ricky Vazquez, The Downs Brothers and Men With Mortgages. A supervised “Kids Zone” play area will be set up for children younger than 13, with a $10 wristband purchase. In addition, beverage

CAMERAS / PAGE 1A “(Ending enforcement on right-hand-turn violators) is probably not worth it, if we’re going to lose the whole program,” Commissioner Joel Keller said. The city began using redlight cameras in July 2009. “It’s a good program,” said Mayor Scott Vandergrift, who has been cited twice for redlight infractions. “Since 2009, I’ve probably got 10 complaints about it. It’s only affecting a minority of the people in the community, and you have every opportunity

it was very easy to pull it open when it was supposedly shut. He told me to not ride anyone in it until I had it fixed, so it would not come open. The door body frame was made of wood, and the wood had kind of gotten soft and beat up from weather and me trying to re-screw the latch part back so many times, so there was not much left there to repair and fix the door so it wouldn’t come open. I knew I was in big trouble at school with my homeroom teacher if I didn’t have it fixed when I went to school the next day. The teacher had told me he wanted to see the door after I had it fixed. There was no such thing as going someplace and getting a new door latch for it. It took me a while to figure out what to do. I fixed it, and it would stay shut securely. The next day, he was waiting for me when I got to the school

IF YOU GO HULA-LICIOUS WHEN: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5 WHERE: Pines of Windermere, 8409 Maguire Road, Windermere COST: $5 general admission, free for kids younger than 12; free parking. INFORMATION: hula-licious.com tents will sell soda, water, Gatorade and Kona beer

to review (an infraction).” Ocoee Police Chief Charlie Brown also supported keeping the camera program unchanged. “In my professional opinion, I think it would hinder our overall traffic light safety program to remove (the cameras that catch righthand-turn violators),” Brown said. The correct way to make a right turn at a red light is to stop at the stop bar and then make a “safe and prudent turn.” “You have to be going 12 mph or more (through the

WHAT IT WILL COST YOU In Ocoee, a driver who is caught running a red light — either by flying through an intersection or making an illegal right-hand turn — could be fined $158. Of that, the state of Florida receives $87 and Ocoee receives $71.

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door. I had to show him that my door was fixed. When we got to the car, he was stunned at my repair. He tested it and made the remark that it was not what he expected but it did seem to work. What I had done was go to the Bray hardware store and buy a heavy-duty screen-door latch. I screwed it into the door and the eye into the wood in the body frame — just latched it like a screen door. It stayed that way for the rest of the time that I owned the car and never failed. By the way, that teacher was John Rees Sr. Over the years, after I graduated and we ran across each other, he would bring up that story and was still shaking his head at my fix. Donald Griffith, 81, grew up in Winter Garden and attended Lakeview High School. He now lives in Palm Beach Gardens and occasionally submits stories of his youth.

and Budweiser beer on draft. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to the festivities. Hula-licious is a private event, not a town-sponsored one, Town Manager Robert Smith said. The town-sponsored Family Food Truck Night takes place from 5 to 9:30 p.m. on the fourth Friday of each month next to Town Hall, 520 Main St. Family Food Truck Night usually features about 16 food trucks and has an average attendance of more than 2,000 people, Smith said.

turn) to trigger the camera,” Brown said. Even then, many violators are given the benefit of the doubt: of the past 85,000 “triggered events,” the city has issued only about 11,000 violations. Violators are caught on video and still photos, which are reviewed by a city police officer. The officer must be able to testify in court that the driver did not make a safe turn on red. Commissioner Rosemary Wilsen said she is not in favor of being lenient on drivers who make illegal turns. “When you’re taught to drive, when you’re 16 years old, you’re taught to stop, look and then turn,” she said. Most red-light infractions are happening during rush hour, and many occur at intersections where school

from the archives

OLD TIMES

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45 YEARS AGO

A drowning at the municipal swimming pool in Winter Garden occurred when William Henry Iserman, 18-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. L.W. Iserman, was drawn into the pool drain by the suction and remained there for a half hour before two soldiers were able to pull him out. Iserman was waiting to be called into the U.S. Navy. Maj. Hugh Lasseter is commander of a B-17 squadron based in Italy. He holds the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters. Hal Henschen, of Oakland, is among the 60 members of the graduating class of Emory University’s School of Medicine. After receiving his doctoral degree, he will be commissioned a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Medical Corps.

The Gotha Chamber of Commerce elected a new slate of officers for the coming year: Bill Brenton, president; Charles Rinehart, vice president; Doug Lawrence, treasurer; and Jeanne Lewter, secretary. Serving on a membership committee are Corb Ballentine, Adam Mize and Howard Mallen. The West Orange Junior Service League is presenting a Polynesian luau at Sea World as its fundraising project for 1979. More than 300 guests, including four Florida governors, gathered at the Top of the World in Disney’s Contemporary Hotel, where they were equipped with hard hats for the groundbreaking of Epcot Center, scheduled to open in October 1982.

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Becky Stafford, of Windermere, is home from Los Angeles, after participating in the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. She was one of 270 Jazzercize instructors chosen to participate.

20 YEARS AGO

West Orange Senior Citizens kicked off their new calendar year with style. Twin sisters Terry and Sherry Speedman of Doubletake II Consignment Shop in Ocoee dressed up the seniors for a fashion show at their first meeting. The community and students of Dr. Phillips and West Orange high schools were invited to an open house at the Orlando Area Rowing Society boathouse on Little Lake Down. The event was rescheduled following an outbreak of spinal meningitis at WOHS.

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In this photo donated by the Maguire family, a group of eager students represents the Ocoee School’s Class of 1902. They are posed in front of the town’s first school building, known to

children are trying to cross the road, Commissioner John Grogan said. But, overall, the red-light camera program is doing its job, Keller said. “We’ve cut down on the number of people who have cut straight through the red lights and on the number of people who have not slowed down to turn right on red,” he said. Johnson, however, cited what he called a larger problem: drivers traveling at 70 mph on east- and westbound State Road 50 at Maguire Road. “I have children and grandchildren,” Johnson said. “I want (the roadways) to be safe. But, I think (the right-turn rule) is a confusion thing.” He said he supports placing cameras that would catch

history as “the little red schoolhouse.” None of the students has been identified, but a similar photograph from 1903 names children from the Pounds, Minor, Maguire, Roper, Haw-

drivers who run straight through red-light intersections on S.R. 50. But, Brown said the state Department of Transportation has asked the city to wait on adding more cameras there until the S.R. 50 road-widening project is finished. That could take several more years, Johnson said. Commissioners approved contracting with the firm of Shepard, Smith & Cassady, P.A., of Maitland, to provide hearing officer services. The firm will be paid about $6,000 annually to hear appeals and render decisions related to red-light traffic violations administered through the city’s traffic light safety program. The city’s current contract with attorney Fred Wilsen took effect August 2013 and expires Oct. 1.

thorne and other early West Orange County families. If you can help us identify any of these youngsters, contact the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation at (407) 656-3244.

LOCATIONS Ocoee’s eight red-light cameras are stationed at the following intersections: • North- and southbound Maguire Road at State Road 50 (Colonial Drive) • Northbound Blackwood Avenue at S.R. 50 • Northbound Clarke Road at A.D. Mims Road • Southbound Clarke Road at White Road • East- and westbound State Road 438 (Silver Star Road) at Clarke Road • Northbound Ocoee Apopka Road at S.R. 438.

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1800 block of A.D. Mims Road. Theft. Police investigated the theft of a license plate from a pickup.

15000 block of West Colonial Drive. Petty Theft. Two bicycles, each worth about $100, reportedly were stolen from the outside area of two apartments.

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1600 block of Glenhaven Circle. Theft. Police investigated the theft of a license-plate decal from a car.

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1200 block of Russell Drive. Vehicle Burglary. A purse containing jewelry, money and other items, with a total value of $16,414, was stolen from a vehicle parked outside of a residence sometime between 7 p.m. Sept. 15, and 9:20 a.m. Sept. 16.

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400 block of Little Spring Hill Drive. Fraud. Police spoke with a woman who reported that $500 was withdrawn from her PayPal account by an unknown person.

CALL STATS OCOEE FIRE

The Ocoee Fire Department’s stations 25, 26, 38 and 39 reported 85 calls for assistance from Sept. 11 to 17 Fire: 1 EMS: 56 Vehicle accidents: 0 Hazardous conditions: 0 Public service: 23 False alarms: 5

OCOEE POLICE

The Ocoee Police Department reported 941 calls for service from Sept. 11 to 17: Arrests (adult): 9 Arrests (juvenile): 1 Assault and battery: 3 Burglary (residential and business): 8

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1000 block of Maxey Drive. Aggravated Assault. After an argument, a woman reportedly drove her car directly at another woman, causing her to run across the street to get away, a report stated. Shortly afterward, the two women began fighting. The woman who reportedly had to run away from the car told police she did not want to press charges.

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14000 block of Tullamore Loop. Grand Theft. A woman’s son allegedly grabbed her bag of clothing, precious metals and jewelry, worth a total of $15,000, as she waited for a taxi. After telling police that the items were “community property” and that he was taking them for his father, the son returned the items to his mother. Burglary (vehicle): 4 Child abuse: 1 Criminal mischief: 4 Drug violations: 1 Robbery: 1 Thefts: 15 Vehicle accidents: 17 Vehicle thefts: 2

WINDERMERE POLICE

The Windermere Police Department reported 77 calls for service from Sept. 15 to 21.

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The Winter Garden Fire Department’s stations 22, 23 and 24 reported 86 calls for assistance from Sept. 14 to 20: Fire: 1 EMS: 58 Vehicle Accidents: 7 Automatic Fire Alarms: 9

OCOEE POLICE TO PARTICIPATE IN The Ocoee Police Department will participate in National Prescription Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in front of the Police Department, 646 Ocoee Commerce Parkway. During the event, people can voluntarily turn in unused, unwanted or expired pharmaceutically controlled substances and other medications to law-enforcement officers for destruction, with no questions asked. A drive-up drop-off will be available for easy access so that participants dropping off medications will not have to leave their vehicles. For more information, contact Sgt. Scott Nylander at (407) 9053160 or snylander@ ci.ocoee.fl.us.

Public Assistance: 1 Hazardous Conditions: 3 Calls for Service: 7

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The Winter Garden Police Department reported 557 calls for service from Sept. 11 to 17: Arrests (adult): 25 Arrests (juvenile): 2 Assault/battery: 16 Burglary (residential and business): 4 Burglary (vehicle): 2 Criminal mischief: 2 Drug violations: 5 DUI: 3 Robbery: 1 Sexual assault/battery: 1 Thefts: 17 Vehicle accidents: 23 Missing/runaway juvenile: 2

EDUCATION by Amy Quesinberry Rhode | Community Editor

How does your garden grow? An outdoor classroom will allow students at six schools to learn about growing their own fruits and vegetables. Six elementary schools in Winter Garden have received grants to build edible, sustainable gardens through Orlando Health Foundation’s “Growing Healthy Children” project. Construction has begun at Dillard Street, Lake Whitney, Maxey, SunRidge, Tildenville and Whispering Oak, and each will have 12 raised beds measuring three feet by eight feet, a shaded area, a shed to store gardening tools and a rain barrel for Courtesy photo collecting rainwater to use The gardens at six elementain the garden. ry schools will look similar to This project has been this layout and include vegespearheaded by Health tables, fruits and flowers. Central Hospital with a majority of the funding being asm for school-based garprovided by the West Or- den education,” Stack said. ange Healthcare District. “Some are longtime gardenFunding also has come from ers, while others are learnresources such as the city ing; however, all of our coof Winter Garden and var- ordinators believe in school ious community organiza- based gardening as a hands tions, including the Bloom on tool for experiential & Grow Garden Society and learning as well as providing the Bond Foundation. Ace students an opportunity to Hardware also contributed learn about vegetables and garden materials. fruits, composting, sustainConstruction is estimated ability, water awareness and at $20,000 for each school, health.” and operating and mainteAdministrators at each nance costs are estimated at school decide how the $26,000 per year, according garden will be utilized. At to Sarah Stack, who is serv- Maxey Elementary, science ing as the liaison between lab teacher Cathy Errion is the schools and Health Cen- coordinating the project. tral. The schools will likely She said students in second raise funds in support of through fifth grades will partheir gardens. ticipate during their science Once the raised beds are lab. built and teachers finalize Cathy Moore, of Whistheir garden lesson plans, pering Oak, said the school the vegetables, fruits and plans to include all students. flowers will be planted. The “It is the plan of our school schools could have a harvest that the students will be by the end of this year. able to participate in variThe school principals as- ous ways based on Florida sisted in assigning the gar- Standards, as well as specifden coordinators “based on ic activities utilized to fully their passion and enthusi- integrate the Edible Garden

Schoolyard Curriculum in the school day,” she said. This will be combined with the science curriculum, Moore said. “The teaching and learning process will focus on essential life skills regarding food choice, health, environment and the impact it has on our community.” Laure Hillman is the garden coordinator for Dillard Street. She said there are enough garden beds and planting cycles that every classroom can participate. “Each teacher/grade level that participates will be deciding how gardening best fits into their curriculum,” Hillman said. “Whether it will be planting vegetables that correspond to a story that is being studied in the classroom, plants that can be utilized to teach science concepts, plants that reflect Florida history or measuring the beds to compute area and perimeter — the garden will be a versatile place for extended learning throughout our curriculum. “Our hope is that our special area team can also add their touch to the space,” she said. “We are excited as a staff to come up with creative ways that growing can expand and support our curriculum. For the past two summers, the coordinators have attended a local Edible Schoolyard Academy training hosted by the Orlando Junior Academy. Ed Thralls, of the Orange County Co-operative Extension, also provided invaluable education to the coordinators and will serve as a resource for them. Contact Amy Quesinberry Rhode at aqrhode@wotimes. com.

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MOGG MAP Listed below are the locations of the remaining Sunday Night Football games, where Daniel Mogg will be traveling in the official bus for the broadcasts. Sept. 28 — Dallas Oct. 5 — New England Oct. 12 — Philadelphia Oct. 19 — Denver Oct. 26 — New Orleans Nov. 2 — Pittsburgh Nov. 9 — Green Bay Nov. 16 — Indianapolis Nov. 23 — New York Thursday, Nov. 27 — San Francisco Nov. 30 — Kansas City Dec. 7 — San Diego Dec. 14 — Philadelphia Dec. 21 — Glendale Editor’s note: Games from Week Five (Oct. 5) onward are considered “flex games” and are subject to change.

MOGG / PAGE 1A helping to stage community events along the way — and then there’s the occasional mingling with celebrities such as legendary quarterbacks John Elway and Donovan McNabb, NFL analyst and former Super Bowl-winning coach Tony Dungy and professional golfer Rickie Fowler — along with the Vince Lombardi Trophy, itself. It’s an opportunity on a national platform for a local kid whose interest in television started way back on Beulah Road in Tim Blaszczyk’s television/video production courses at West Orange High. “I think the main thing for me is that the West Orange morning announcements is how I got started in all this … I attribute that to everything,” Mogg said. “It’s kind of twofold for me because this is something that I’ve

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always dreamed of, but then the fact that I’m starting this journey — that part is surreal.”

BIGGER THAN FOOTBALL

After graduating from West Orange in 2007, Mogg attended the University of Tampa, where he took his interest in television production from high school and made it his field of study. The former Warrior interned at places such as The Golf Channel before getting involved with Family First, a national non-profit. It was there that Mogg became acquainted with Dungy, a spokesman for the organization and analyst for NBC. Dungy became a mentor of sorts and, through that mentorship, the opportunity with the Sunday Night Football broadcast arose. “It’s definitely a huge privilege having someone of that stature and to be able to ask him about the business aspect (of the television industry) as well as the faith aspect of things,” Mogg said. Part of Mogg’s duties include hosting events at various locations in the market where a given week’s Sunday Night Football game will be. Through these events, he has had the opportunity to meet high-profile personalities and, just as importantly, interact with fans across the country. “We went to a Pop Warner (youth football) game and opened up shop there,” Mogg recalled. “We’ve got kids coming on the bus, and they’re just so excited. … It’s good to do something that’s bigger than football.” Mogg produces video segments, some of which have been aired during the national broadcast every Sunday and others that are web-specific, but he also manages the broadcast’s social media, including the @SNFonNBC Twitter handle. “It’s crazy,” Mogg said of

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Winter Garden native Daniel Mogg was able to schmooze with with NBC analyst Tony Dungy and see the Vince Lombardi Trophy. managing a social-media account followed by more than 254,000 people. “You definitely have to be super careful and cautious about what can be posted. … The rewarding part is doing something that makes people feel good.”

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL

Included in his job duties, also, is the traveling. Mogg, who will be in the bus for the entire NFL regular season, will travel more than 40,000 miles. As opposed to flying across the country, riding in the bus has afforded him the opportunity to truly see the country — including parts many people wouldn’t even think to visit. “It was definitely cool seeing the scenery in places like Wyoming and Idaho and Nevada,” Mogg said. Having spent some time out on the West Coast already, the native Floridian has enjoyed taking in the

way other regions of the country appreciate football, noting that — while there are certainly differences between the locales — passion for the game seems to be a universal theme in places like the Pacific Northwest, just as it is here in the South. Less than one-fifth of the way through the season, Mogg said he is having the time of his life and that, when it comes to the future, his primary goal is to make sure he makes the most of this opportunity with the hope that the position will last for more than just this season. “Honestly, for me, it’s a situation where I don’t want to have any doubts about not getting asked back (for next season),” Mogg said. “So, I’m working as hard as I can. “I don’t know what the future holds,” he said. “But that’s kind of my mentality.” Contact Steven Ryzewski at sryzewski@wotimes.com.

Part of Daniel Mogg’s duties as production manager for the official NBC Sunday Night Football Bus include interviewing former NFL stars such as Donovan McNabb.

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Larry and Stephanie Berry packed an issue of the West Orange Times for their summer vacation to Waskom, Texas, population: 2,160.

Gloria and Jack Quesinberry returned to their hometown of Muncie, Ind., for a high school reunion this summer, taking a copy of the West Orange Times with them. They stopped by Ball State University for a photo with their community newspaper.

The Bread of Life Fellowship, dedicated to spreading the word of God and making strides to end hunger, will participate in the Oranole Foundation’s Drive Out Hunger Golf Tournament Saturday, Sept. 27, at Errol Estate Golf & Country Club, 1355 Errol Parkway, Apopka. The tournament will benefit hungry and homeless children in the area. The public is invited to play golf or sponsor a hole to help drive out hunger. Registration ends Thursday, Sept. 25. To register, visit oranole. org/events.html. For more information, call (407) 654-7777.

+ W.O. Chamber of Commerce The West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business and Wellness Expo Sept. 24, at the West Oaks Mall, was a success, with more than 50 chamber member businesses in attendance and more than 140 attendees at the following Business After Hours event. Nearly 200 members and guests attended the expo, where small businesses and wellness experts from across West Orange County had the opportunity to showcase their products and services to the patrons of the West Oaks Mall. The West Orange Chamber thanks sponsors CenturyLink, the West Orange Times, Best Cleaners, Palm Beach Atlantic University, Orlando Campus, and Source Family Chiropractic, along with TableTop Catering for the food provided.

+ O.C. Retired Educators Association The Orange County Retired Educators Association will meet at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at College Park United Methodist Church, 644 W. Princeton St., Orlando. Dr. Bob Stamps, of the Audubon Society, will present a program, titled, “WildlifeFriendly Landscaping.” Anyone who has worked in education is invited to attend. For more information, visit ocrea-fl. org or call (407) 6770446.

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The West Orange Times crossed the Atlantic Ocean this summer when Winter Garden’s Friends with Destinations group traveled to Italy for 21 days. On the sea in Cinque Terre, Riomaggiore, are, back row, from left: Dennis Broadaway, Sam Wagster, Kathy Roberts, David O’Brien, Linda O’Brien, Linda Fewell, MaryBeth Asma, Bill Asma and Rita Broadaway. Front row: Hank Sines, Arlen Colberg, Marian Wagster, Nancy Sines and Jackie Brown-Colberg.

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Times Travelers Christin Walker, of Winter Garden, took a copy of the West Orange Times to the Santa Monica Pier in California while on vacation with her mother, Tammy Walker, and her grandmother, Patty Holloway.

Frances Grubbs, left, and Bob Grubbs, of Winter Garden; and Ann Wincey (holding the newspaper), Wayne Wincey, Carolyn Karraker and Donald Karraker, all of Windermere, took a trip to both the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan that included two days in Canada. This photo was taken at the Mackinaw Bridge, in Mackinaw City, Mich.

Traveling somewhere? Don’t forget to pack your copy of the West Orange Times! The West Orange Times is excited to announce our first Travelin’ Times photo contest. Send us a photo of you with the West Orange Times at a destination of your choice for a chance to win a variety of prizes. Don’t worry: If you have submitted a photo in 2014, you are automatically entered into the contest! One Editors’ Choice winner and one Readers’ Choice winner will receive a $250 gift card. The contest is open through Dec. 31, 2014.

Entering is easy! Just snap a photo of you with the paper at your destination of choice and email it to Community Editor Amy Quesinberry Rhode, aqrhode@ wotimes.com. You also can mail or drop off the photo: the West Orange Times, 720 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden 34787. Emailed photos should be at least 200 dpi. Include the names of everyone in the photo, where it was taken and a phone number where the editor can reach you. Call the newspaper office at (407) 656-2121 with questions.

Dan, Catherine and Marlie Hayes visited BJ’s Fish Camp in New Smyrna this summer, traveling with a copy of the West Orange Times. Not pictured: Bryce.

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CLASSNOTES OCOEE MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT WINS FILM FEST AWARD

+ Windy Ridge honors support person Windy Ridge School honored recently Laurie Schnorr as its Support Person of the Year. “Laurie is exemplary in her job interactions with parents, faculty and staff,” says Assistant Principal Pamela Crabb. “She is always smiling, resourceful and helpful. Laurie will represent Orange County Public Schools well.”

Ocoee Middle School student Nya Headley is now an award-winning artist. The seventh-grader won first place in the middle school category of the Global Peace Film Festival Awards. This year’s theme was, “I Dreamt of Peace and I Saw …”

+ Lakeview students take challenge Lakeview Middle School students attended a presentation on Rachel’s Challenge Sept. 12. Rachel’s Challenge is a national non-profit organization dedicated to creating safe, connected school environments. The presentation is based on the life and writing of Rachel Scott, the first victim of the Columbine tragedy in 1999. This event is scheduled annually to motivate and equip Lakeview students to start and sustain a chain reaction of kindness and compassion throughout the school year.

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The Foundation Academy Chapter of the National Honor Society sponsored a fundraiser for Relay for Life. The students wore orange to remember the loved ones who have lost their battle against leukemia and to celebrate with those who continue to fight against this particular cancer. All funds will go to the Winter Garden Relay for Life event, scheduled for April 25, 2015.

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Citrus Elementary School students Karishma Khusial, Julia Bernstein, Kaylee Salvatore, Madelyn Wilson, Emma Zahir and Angelie Persaud turned Principal Delaine Bender into a human ice cream sundae. The hilarious concoction was a reward for the students, who read more than 2,000 minutes during the scholastic summer reading challenge.

Family Christian School kicked off the new school year by making class banners. Some of the older students helped the younger students with placing their handprints on the banners. From left: Janet Chesmore and students, from back to front, Nic Howell, Izzy Lobo, Payton Johns, Reagan Schirmer and Jaclyn Lincoln (standing).

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www.HandyRentals.com SunRidge Middle School students, who are also Lake Whitney Elementary alumni, return to their roots to give back. The seventh- and eighth-graders visit their former school each week to help third-grade students who want academic assistance. The program is supervised by Patricia Sullivan. From left: Eighth-graders Rebecca Prince, Brooke Wilson, Maggie Kelley and Amy Roesch, Patricia Sullivan, eighth-grader Nyle Boyce and seventh-grader Riley Welch.

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line dancing at 10 a.m. Tuesdays; and belly dancing at 1 p.m. Tuesdays. A potluck luncheon takes place at 12:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. The seniors also meet to play to play bingo from 3 to 6:30 p.m. every Sunday and from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Mondays. For more information, call (407) 592-4498.

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Community Based Care of Central Florida will use the donations to help foster children in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties.

COMMUNITY BASED CARE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Community Based Care of Central Florida recently received a donation of more than 700 pairs of blue jeans

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from the WOAMTEC foundation. Thanks to the foundation, CBC can provide foster kids in Orange, Seminole

and Osceola counties with the staple clothing they need for the school year and upcoming fall season.

part in numerous events over the next couple months. All events, unless otherwise noted, take place at the Thomas Ison Center, 1701 Adair St., Ocoee. A free Tai Chi class will be offered at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 25. A showing of the film “The Terminal” will take place at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1. Lunch will be served at noon.

A Biloxi Casino Tour will take place at 7 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, through Friday, Oct. 17. The cost is $193. The West Orange Seniors also enjoy a variety of other activities throughout the week at the center, including card games from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; crafts from noon to 2 p.m. Thursdays; chorus practice from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays;

The West Orange Women will host a luncheon beginning with a business meeting at 11:30 a.m. Thursday Oct. 16, at the Osceola Café Buffet Restaurant at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando. The luncheon will feature a fashion show presented by Stein Mart. The cost will be $19, and reservations are necessary. To make a reservation or for more information, contact Dottie Ansel between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., at dotansel@aol. com or (407) 258-8155.

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O-TOWN SOUND CHORUS The award-winning O-Town Sound Chorus of Orlando is looking for women who are ready to step out and sing in public while sharing the joy of music with other women, under the direction of certified director Kay Webb. Women of all ages are invited to join the chorus, one of hundreds of Sweet Adeline choruses — an organization of nearly 25,000 women worldwide who sing four-part a capella harmony. Any woman of average singing ability, with or without vocal training, will find a

part that fits her voice range with the help of the chorus’ musical leaders and director. The chorus performs regularly throughout the community, offering entertainment at civic events and charitable functions. The choir also participates in regular holiday performances at local amusement resorts. For more information, visit otschorus.com or call Doris at (407) 415-1939. Additional information is available on the international website, sweetadelineintl. org.

O-Town Sound Chorus members Sara Barnett, of Ocoee, left, Wendy Darwin-Jones, of Orlando, Rebecca Mallekoote, of Apopka and Patricia Samuels, of Oviedo performed with the choir last spring at the Regional Sweet Adelines contest in Daytona Beach. The group is looking forward to gaining some new members.

AMERICAN LEGION, HUGH T. GREGORY POST 63 The American Legion , Hugh T. Gregory Post 63 is planning an expedition to the Museum of Military History, set to take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. Attendees should meet at the post, located at 271 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. Members of the Winter Garden post will travel on a first-class bus to the museum, which features a large assortment of both static and dynamic displays of the history of

from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, at alFresco in downtown Winter Garden, 146 W. Plant St., No. 140. The club invites the public to enjoy food and wine and help raise funds for upcoming local service projects. Tickets are $20 per person and can be purchased at the door or in advance. For more information, contact Jeremy Carter at carterjeremya@gmail.com, Amy Jo Carter at carteramy23@yahoo.com or Patti Riley at pswany91@hotmail. com. The Kiwanis After Hours club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month in downtown Winter Garden.

the U.S. military, both in peace and war. All veterans, their family members and community guests are invited on a first-come, first-served basis. The museum entrance fee is $5 for veterans and family members; $8 for guests. The post recommends attendees bring money for lunch following the visit. The bus will return at 2 p.m. For more information, contact Rob McLenagan at (321) 662-5883.

WEST ORANGE DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB SEPT. 18 RESULTS N-S: 1. E. Quinn – S. Ashley 2. Y. Peabody – M. Voorhees 3. S. Kmiec – M. Ryan 4. J. DeLoach – C. Baldwin 5. N. Fortin – J. Thompson; E-W: 1. B. and R. Blair 2. S. and B. Binkley 3. R. Kerkhoff – N. Brockman 4. V. Oberaitis – J. Muzeni 5. L. Nieman – B. Ballenger

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Work underway on Marine veteran’s home After some initial minor delays, work now is underway on Home At Last’s sixth project, a home for U.S. Marine Sgt. Stephen Tovet and his wife, Krystina. A cooperative group of sub-contractors and material suppliers under the supervision of Project Engineer Jason Goetz has made remarkable progress on the project in the last 30 days. With the support of Roebuck Construction Services and Puleo’s Concrete, CCK Construction Services completed installation of the concrete floor slab Aug. 21. Orlando Decorative Concrete, which furnished all labor, completed installation of concrete block walls on Sept. 2, Voll Framing, as shown in the attached picture, completed installation of the roof trusses, roof decking and all interior framing on Sept. 14. Special thanks to the following firms for making this project possible: Tri City Electric, Tampa Bay Plumbing, Cemex, Cocoa Mason-

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Ocoee High School’s Class of 1969 held its 45-year reunion Aug. 23, at the Mission Inn Resort and Country Club, in Howey-in-the-Hills. Attendees included front, from left: Sandy Barnette, Nancy Crews Fuller, Sherrall Dann Applegate, Lester Dabbs, Diane Thigpin Barnett, Frank Reeves Kaup and Ed Bornman. Second row, from left: Brenda Watson Fiedler, Linda Vaughn Rich, Pam Brosious, Charles Thomas, Sylvia Webb Roundtree, Teresa Sullen Donaldson, Sybil Hood Kennedy and Paulette Getz Lockwood. Third row, from left: Trisha Minor Shokler, Johnny Mcguire, Marge Robbe, Roger Stallard, Kathy Hurst, Jimmy Catrett, Jimmy Bell, Donnie Aycock, Tim Chastain, Mike Jahnke, Max Osborne, Sid Taylor, Larry Graham, Billy Black, Terry Lewis, Wade Rich and Mike Maltby. Not pictured: Sharon Cox Skipper and Bev Bunde Reinecker.

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Winter Garden MusicFest to feature Latin Jazz Night The Winter Garden Heritage Foundation announced MusicFest 2014 will feature a Latin Jazz Night on Friday, Oct. 10, on the Boyd Street Stage. About 23% of Winter Garden’s residents are of Hispanic descent, and it is a goal of MusicFest and the Winter Garden Heritage Foundation to represent the diverse musical landscape and heritage of the community. On Oct. 10, the Boyd Street stage will be dedicated to Latin Jazz artists. Patrons will be able to engage with the music and culture in an authentic Latin Jazz experience. Musical talent for Latin Jazz Night will include: • Akangana, directed by band leader Orlando Sanchez.

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Ethnic percussion virtuoso Sanchez leads this high-energy group, bringing the finest in tropical and authentic Latin music. • El Tigre, led by Servando Lupercio, owner of Taquito Jalisco’s in Winter Garden. Servando Lupercio has two passions — Mexican food and music. With a

successful restaurant, several albums and a record label, El Tigre is the epitome of the American dream. • O Som Do Jazz featuring lead singer Andrea Moraes Manson. Based in St. Petersburg, this group features Rio de Janeiro singer Andrea Moraes Manson and a crew of experienced musicians performing Brazilian jazz, Bossa Nova, samba-jazz, Balanço and MPB. Latin Jazz Night is sponsored by John and Sharyn Murphy.

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Theater announces ‘Peter Pan’ auditions The Garden Theatre announced auditions for its self-produced spring musical, “Peter Pan.” Auditions will be held Oct. 19 to 23, at the Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. To sign up, RSVP to auditions@gardentheatre.org with the preferred audition date (Oct. 19 or 20). Candidates will be assigned a time block. For more audition information, visit gardentheatre.org/auditions. Rehearsals begin March 9, 2015. Some cast members will be required to make various public appearances in conjunction with show publicity. Performances of “Peter Pan” run from May 1 to 31, 2015. Shows will take place at 8 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays. The Garden Theatre is a not-for-profit community organization committed to enriching, engaging and entertaining through creative experiences. For tickets, contact the Garden Theatre Box Office, (407) 877-GRDN (4736) or gardentheatre.org.

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W.G. Farmers Market set to go pink this weekend The Winter Garden Farmers Market will take on a special hue this weekend to raise breast cancer awareness. Visitors of this weekend’s market will be able to enjoy a pink fountain, and vendors will accent their booths with the signature color. The market takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, at the Downtown

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TIMESOBITUARIES Alfred J. Basso

Alfred J. Basso, 84, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away Sept. 13, 2014, at home, in the company and care of his family. He was born Oct. 4, 1929, in Tenafly, N.J. He attended Fairleigh Dickinson College, in Teaneck, N.J. In 1950, he went to work at Atlantic Aviation as a shipping clerk, prior to serving during the Korean Conflict. He moved his family to Hockessin, Del., in 1971, as his professional responsibilities expanded. In 1986, he retired as Senior Vice President for Operations, completing a 36-year career. Subsequent positions included Vice President of Support and Aircraft Modification at Page Avjet in Orlando, and Vice President of Sales for International Turbine Service Inc., in Grapevine, Texas. During his career, Al traveled extensively throughout Europe and Asia, affording him the opportunity to see the world. He loved to share his travel experiences with

his family and friends. Al was an avid gardener and spent years planting, tending to and harvesting the food that fed his large family, especially during his years in Delaware. It was his hobby and his passion, and a love of all things “food” that he has passed along to his loved ones. He published two family cookbooks that are treasured possessions to each of his eight children. More importantly, it’s a testament to his love of family and time spent around a table sharing laughter and daily events. Al’s other passion was his Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies … he followed them extensively no matter where he lived. Al was a member of the Hyde Park community in Winter Garden, where he was a former president of the Homeowners Association and a longtime member of Resurrection Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Gerry; eight children, Mary Pat Moore (Ben), of Healdsburg, Calif.; James Basso, of Wilmington, Del.; Alfred J. Basso Jr. (Debbie), of Wilmington, Del.; Christopher Basso, of San Francisco, Calif.; Carolyn Plyler (Mark), of Lawrenceville, N.J.; Annmarie Boelter (Karl), of Vienna, W. Va.; Gerald Basso, of Winter Garden; and Elizabeth Cheplick (Dennis), of Clermont; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many loving nieces and nephews and extended family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Basso, of Tenafly, N.J., and Grace Basso Nelson, of Oakridge, N.J.; and sister, Marion Frank, of Wayne, N.J. A Memorial Mass will be held to celebrate Al’s blessed and complete life at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at Resurrection Catholic Church, 1211 Winter Garden Vineland Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Cornerstone Hospice, 8009 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32809. To express online condolences, visit woodlawnfuneralhomegotha.com.

Leon Bryant

Leon Bryant, 76, of Winter Garden, passed away

peacefully, Monday, Sept. 15, 2014. Born May 12, 1938 in Elba, Ala., the son of the late Lee and Effie (Henley) Bryant. He was the husband of the late Arline (Harrell) Bryant. Leon worked as a taxi driver for many years and also in the citrus industry until his retirement at the age of 62. Leon is survived by his daughters, Rebecca Ann Bryant, Norma Jean Harmon (Charzell) and Melinda

Richards (David). He leaves his seven grandchildren, Christopher Harmon, Jermey Harmon, Joey Scheutzow, Robert Scheutzow, Arline Richards, Heather Richards, and Samuel Monroe; two great-grandchildren, Amiyah Harmon and Mason Harmon; and one brother, James Bryant. He is preceded in death by his son, Christopher Bryant; and daughter, Patricia Scheutzow (Mark). He will always be remembered and missed by all who loved him. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at D.J. Enea Family Funeral and Cremation Care, 1132 E. Plant St., Winter Garden, FL 34787. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Chuluota Cemetery.

Donald Ray Knapp

Donald Ray Knapp passed away Sept. 14, 2014, at the age of 66. He was born in Alderson, W. Va., and raised in Baltimore, Md., until he moved to Florida in 1989. Survived by father, Harry Richard Knapp, and mother, Edith Hope Kinder; three sisters, Sue Brown, Audrey Davis and Charlotte Hughes; and one brother, Ronnie Knapp. Also survived by his loving wife, Sharon Dianne Knapp, son, Kyle David Knapp; daughter, Melanie Renee Knapp, three grandchildren, Savannah Dawn Knapp, Victoria Leigh Lirley and Connor David Knapp, and his two step-grandchildren, Peyton Ray Lirley and Madison Nicole Lirley. He will be truly missed. Funeral arrangements are in the caring guidance of D.J. Enea Family Funeral and Cremation Care, 1132 E. Plant Street, Winter Garden, FL 34787.

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Our dearly departed mother, Esther Louise Koch, died Sept. 9, 2014. She was born June 21, 1926, to Amelia and Roger Mesa in Tampa. She was the oldest of five children. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Roger Jr. and Robert. She is survived by brother, Franklin; and sister, Gerry. She met her “Forever Love” Albert Richard, a member of the U.S. Coast Guard, in 1942, whom she married upon his discharge in May 1946, and was preceded in death. A remarkable woman who had a genuine love of music, reading, gardening and cooking. She will be sorely missed by her loving family of seven children: three daughters, Donna, Brenda and Vikki (William); and four sons, Richard, Robert, Vincent and Frederick (Jeanne); 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held in her honor at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at The Lamb of God Lutheran Church, 901 Scenic Highway, Haines City, FL 33844. In lieu of flowers, live plants are requested.

Lillian Lee Trudell Moore, 85, went to be with her Lord on Monday, Sept. 15, 2014, at her daughter’s home in Windermere, surrounded by her loving family. Lillian fought hard against pancreatic cancer for three years. She was born on Feb. 8, 1929, in Kanawha County, W. Va. She was the loving wife of the late Harry C. “Sonny” Moore for 42 years. Lillian was the mother of the late Harry Lee Moore and Jean Ann Moore Riker (husband Brent); and grandmother to five grandchildren, Mary Riker Bogen (husband Chris), Amanda Riker Brewer (husband Caleb), Megan, Leah and Philip Riker. She also had two great-grandchildren, Brody and Sawyer Bogen. Lillian retired from Sprint United Telephone Company. She was involved in a ladies’ Bible study in her King’s Ridge community in Clermont and enjoyed spending time with her friends there. Lillian most enjoyed being with her family and watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren play. She will be dearly missed, however her family rejoices, as they know she is now with her Savior, Jesus Christ.

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The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for the Cake Studio, 1307 Green Forest Court, Suite 107, Winter Garden. With more than 20 years of expertise, Mercedes Blackwell creates custom cakes for special events. Learn more at cakestudioorlando.com.

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Dr. Tommy Dorsey’s new office, 10169 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee. Colonial Drive Family Dentistry’s mission is “To care for their patients in the most compassionate and comprehensive way. To provide high-quality dental care that will exceed their patients’ expectations and give them great comfort and satisfaction.”

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The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Kona Ice of Northwest Orlando. Ravi and Preya Shivdat, West Orange residents, are bringing amusement park excitement to the Ocoee and Orlando area with Kona Ice, a blend of entertainment and gourmet frozen treats. The Shivdats have been West Orange County residents for nearly 20 years. Photo courtesy of Portraits by LaVerne

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Hungry Howie’s Ocoee. Allan and Karen Berggrein are local residents who strongly believe in making the City of Ocoee truly the “Center of Good Living” by bringing their dreams to fruition right in their back yard.

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The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for MassageWorkz. MassageWorkz is located in the Plant Street Wellness Center and owned by Lisa Curtis.

The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for Mimi’s Boutique & Intimates, an upscale women’s apparel boutique located in the newly developed The Grove at Isleworth, 4750 The Grove Drive, Suite 132, Windermere. Mimi’s offers designer apparel, as well as trendy, chic and stylish fashions all geared from young to older. The selections include business casual to resort, swimwear, active wear, shoes, handbags and fun and fashionable jewelry.

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The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently held a ribbon cutting for CCD-Inside the Gates by Neighborhood Networks. Inside the Gates, produced by N2 Publishing, is a private, monthly publication filled with resident-contributed content. Every issue is personal, relevant and unique to Stoneybrook West, the largest gated golf community in Winter Garden.

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The West Orange Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the Home Depot’s 25th anniversary. During the past 25 years, the company’s values have been the fabric of the company’s customer service, doing the right thing and giving back to the community. The company looks forward to many more years of serving the community.

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Two local programs earn first 2014 wins

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Ocoee celebrates its Homecoming by getting a district win, while Foundation takes a big step toward getting on track.

+ Youth squads set for Week 5 The youth football season continues along this fall as local Pop Warner, Central Florida Youth Football League and Florida Youth Football and Cheer League programs enter the fifth week of action on their respective schedules. In Pop Warner competition Sept. 27, the Ocoee Bulldogs will travel to take on the Sanford Seminoles, the Dr. Phillips Panthers will take on Apopka on the road, the West Orange Wildcats will host Lyman, and the Olympia Titans will host the South Central Tigers. The Ocoee Cardinals of the CFYFL will host the Apopka Lions at the Ocoee Youth Football Field. The West Orange Bobcats will be at home this week for their FYFCL matchup and will host the Conway Falcons.

Say what you will about the first three weeks of the season for the Ocoee Knights. The Knights stumbled out to an 0-3 start, defined by an inexperienced offense that simply couldn’t string enough plays STEVEN together to RYZEWSKI complete drives and was held scoreless through its first 14 quarters. It was rough — there’s really no getting around that. You can say what you will about that rough start, though, because as of 11 p.m. on Sept. 19, those first three games simply do not matter anymore. By defeating the Lake Howell Silver Hawks to celebrate their Homecoming Week, 20-3, the Knights opened district play in Class 7A District 4 with a win, and

+ W.O. alum earns SEC honor West Orange alumnus Garrett Johnson, a freshman wide receiver at the University of Kentucky, was recognized as the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week Sept. 15, following his performance against the Florida Gators. Johnson, a Winter Garden native and former star for the Warriors, set a new freshman record for Kentucky with his 154 yard receiving game against the Gators. Johnson finished with six catches, including two touchdown receptions of 60 and 33 yards.

+ Lakers star to play at Dartmouth Michael Stones, a two-sport athlete for the Windermere Prep Lakers in football and basketball, has committed to play college basketball at Dartmouth College, which competes in the Ivy League. Stones is a 6-foot3 point guard for the Lakers.

+ W.O. star to play at Fla. Southern Ryan Welsh, a Windermere native and senior RHP for the West Orange Warriors, has committed to play his college baseball at Florida Southern. Other schools interested in Welsh included Auburn and Florida State.

+ Ocoee woman wins third week Congratulations to JoAnna Cochrane, of Ocoee, for winning our Weekly Football Contest. Get in the game — this week’s games to choose from can be found on page 5B, along with instructions on how to enter!

that 1-0 record in district play is all that matters right now. The West Orange Times was represented at Ocoee’s big Homecoming win, although I personally wasn’t able to make it — but from following on Twitter, I know how it played out. Down 3-0 at halftime, surely Knights students and fans were having a feeling of déjà vu. But, and this is the reason why we play the games, folks, something changed for Ocoee in that second half. The Knights outscored Lake Howell 20-0 the rest of the way and, going into a bye week, their season suddenly has new life. Some games left on the district slate are looking much more winnable than they did about a week ago. Now, one strong half doesn’t completely erase the struggles moving the ball of the first three weeks. Ocoee has to shore up mis-

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Rachel Sawyer, a senior outside hitter for the Dr. Phillips Panthers and Rollins commit, is tasked with being the main producer for Dr. Phillips as well as the team’s leader this fall.

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Senior outside hitter Rachel Sawyer is usually the focus of opposing teams’ game plans when they take on Dr. Phillips. It’s certainly not a secret. When teams line up against the Dr. Phillips girls volleyball team, opposing captains and coaches always make sure the other girls on those teams know who she is and where she’s lined up. It’s essential — if you’re going to defeat the Panthers (5-2), that effort starts with game planning against senior outside hitter Rachel Sawyer. “Rachel is the go-to player right now, and everyone else knows that,” head coach Lindsey Carter said. “Every other team, they point her out right away. “It puts a lot of pressure on her, but she handles pressure really well,” she said. In her senior season with Dr. Phillips, Sawyer is the most consistent presence on a team still learning to play with one

another and coming together under Carter, who returned to lead the Panthers after spending a year away to be with her two children. Dr. Phillips boasts a roster with some young, talented players. But, those players are in need of guidance and leadership — an area that is new and beneficial to Sawyer. “I definitely think it’s difficult — I’m not used to necessarily being in that position (as a leader),” Sawyer said. “I definitely think I’m doing well. “I think that I’m a leader for these girls and that they respect me,” she said. “They trust me to help them get things done.” The Panthers have just two other seniors to pair with Sawyer. There are two talented freshman in Morgan Grillier and Kelly Gauger and four sopho-

EDGEWATER/DR. PHILLIPS TOURNAMENT AT ORLANDO VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY Teams participating in the two-day event include (local teams in bold): CLASSIC DIVISION: Lake

Placid, River Ridge, Ocoee, Melbourne, Indian Rocks Christian, South Lake, Poinciana, Avon Park, Seven Rivers Christian, Belleview, The Master’s Academy, Mater Academy, Space Coast, Edgewater, Pedro Menendez, Sebastion River.

ELITE DIVISION:

Suncoast, Vero Beach, Lyman, American Heritage, Windermere Prep, Flagler Palm Coast, Harmony, Auburndale, St. Edwards, Father Lopez, Freedom, Lake Brantley. PREMIERE DIVISION:

University (Palm Harbor), Immaculate Heart, Holy Trinity, Seminole, Cypress Creek, Timber Creek, Calvary Christian, Hebron Christian, DeLand, Dr. Phillips, John A. Ferguson, Gulliver Prep. mores, led by libero Fabiola Ribas. There are also six juniors with the team. The youth presence on the team gives the program tremendous upside — not only for later this season as they progress but also in the next season or two to follow. In the meantime, though, as the younger

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Foundation Academy prepped for familiar foe After picking up their first win of the season against Taylor, the Lions are set to host Orangewood Christian Sept. 26. WINTER GARDEN — Foundation Academy’s varsity football program lined up against Orangewood Christian on three separate occasions in the past 16 months. So, the Lions figure to have a clear idea about the task ahead when they host head coach Bill Gierke’s Rams on Homecoming this Friday, Sept. 26. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Walker Field. Both schools are searching for their second regular-season win. Foundation, which ended a season-opening threegame skid with last Friday’s 29-15 home victory over Pierson Taylor High, defeated Orangewood Christian in the spring of each of the last two years. The Lions also made the trip to Maitland in Week 5 of the 2013 regular

season. The Rams rallied for a 21-20 win in double overtime. Orangewood Christian looks to rebound from last week’s 24-7 setback to Village Academy in Delray Beach. The Rams (1-2) continue to be led in part by senior running back/linebacker Jimmy Martin, who earlier this year verbally committed to Boston College. Foundation (1-3) overcame soggy conditions — the Lions put the ball on the ground seven times, one of which led to a Wildcats safety — and penalty issues to outlast Taylor High. Head coach Brad Lord voiced frustration with his team’s sloppy play at times, but Foundation successfully avoided an 0-4 start

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Foundation Academy’s Gabe Walker sprints to one of the three touchdowns he scored in the Lions’ win over Taylor on Sept. 19.

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Coming on late in relief of starting quarterback Justin Holman, Dr. Phillips alumnus Nick Patti solidified his role as the Knights’ backup quarterback by leading a scoring drive for the offense.

UCF back on track after win at home

Knights’ 41-7 defeat of Bethune-Cookman has improved outlook for team, set to begin conference play on Oct. 2.

ORLANDO — While at the end of the day, it may not tell us a ton about how they will do in the coming weeks, the UCF Knights (1-2) got into the win column on Sept. 20, with a 41-7 victory over Bethune-Cookman in the program’s home-opener. In gaining their first win, the Knights handed the Wildcats (2-1), which compete at the Division I FCS level, their first loss in front of an announced crowd of 44,510 at Bright House Networks Stadium. UCF, which plays at the FBS level, was heavily favored heading into the contest with Bethune-Cookman, with whom the Knights were once fierce rivals before the school’s growth led to the Knights outgrowing the rivalry. Saturday’s game was the first time the two teams met since 1995, and, although a win over an FCS-level opponent won’t impress many outside of the program, the mere act of getting a win after two tough losses to start the season (against Penn State in Ireland and at Missouri) is

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Breshad Perriman (11) and J.J. Worton celebrate after Perriman’s touchdown reception in the first half of the Knights’ 41-7 win over the Wildcats. still a big deal, as head coach George O’Leary sees it. “Always the first win of the season is a big win,” O’Leary said. “Especially at home — we feel like we’ve been away for like two months.” Although the game ended up being quite lopsided, there was a point in the first half that saw the Wildcats take a 7-3 lead — their only lead of the game. The Knights got things going after that, though, and

never looked back in outscoring Bethune-Cookman 38-0 the rest of the way. “I thought there was a lot more flow to the game in the second half, offensively,” O’Leary said. “Overall (it was a) good team win.” Despite the Knights’ 0-2 start, hosting an FCS opponent and skies that threatened rain for most of the day, UCF was proud to welcome a stellar crowd for the season-opener. Likely a by-

UCF ALUMNUS NAMED STARTER IN JACKSONVILLE Blake Bortles, who quarterbacked the UCF Knights to their greatest season ever in 2013 before being selected with the No. 3 overall selection in this past NFL Draft, made the move from backup to starter on Sept. 21 when his Jacksonville Jaguars faced the Indianapolis Colts. Trailing 30-0 in the second half to the Colts, Jaguars coach Gus Bradley made the move to Bortles in place of Chad Henne. Bortles tossed two touchdowns and two interceptions in his NFL debut and was named the starter after the game, which ended a 44-17 loss for Jacksonville (0-3).

DR. PHILLIPS ALUMNI MAKE PLAYS IN UCF HOME OPENER Two Dr. Phillips alumni, quarterback Nick Patti and placekicker Shawn Moffett, saw action in the UCF Knights’ 41-7 victory over Bethune-Cookman on Sept. 20. NICK PATTI, QB The numbers: 2-for-2 passing attempts for 37 yards, led offense on scoring drive The buzz: Patti, who has earned a spot as the Knights’ backup quarterback after initially being slotted as the third-stringer, demonstrated his capability to lead a drive while performing mop-up duty.

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takes and penalties, drawing back to the before the season even started, when head coach Dale Salapa referenced the thin margin of error his boys would face this fall. But for right now, if you’re a Knight, enjoy this win. Embrace that tired football cliche of breaking the schedule down into 10 one-week seasons, because, frankly, that’s exactly how you have to approach it. East River is on deck. Win that game and — who knows? Of course, the Knights weren’t alone in notching a breakthrough win this past week. Foundation Academy, a team we were pretty high on coming into the season (note the cover of our football special section before the season began), limped out to an 0-3 start before finding its way this past week against Taylor. Like Ocoee, the Lions didn’t get off to a fast start, either, and trailed early before winning 29-15. But, perhaps it is fitting that both teams had to overcome themselves in their first wins of the season. They had to dig deep and simply decide they had worked too hard in the offseason and preseason to continue on without a win to their credit. Four other teams from our coverage area scored Week Four wins. Windermere Prep threw up a video game-esque 70 points in a 70-44 win over defending Sunshine State Athletic Conference-champion The First Academy-Leesburg. West Orange was dominant

Eight of 10. Just when you were thinking to yourself, “How could somebody who writes about sports for a living be so horrible at actually picking games that he only got five right last week?” Boom! I’m awesome now. Add to that the two games I got wrong, a close one between the Browns and Ravens and my obligatory college upset in which I picked Northern Illinois over Arkansas. You’ve got to pick at least one upset, or else it’s just no fun. But, overall, I’m feeling pretty awesome about how things went this past weekend. Congrats to JoAnna Cochrane, of Ocoee, for winning this week’s contest and good luck to everyone as we enter the fourth week of the competition! And be sure and check our Facebook page, WOTO Sports, at 11 a.m. on Saturday for my weekly picks! in a win over Leesburg, as was Dr. Phillips in a shutout of Colonial. And, Legacy Charter cruised past Merritt Island Christian, 28-0. But, the real kudos go out to the Knights and the Lions. Because, when programs get off to a rough start, each individual player is confronted each day with the option to give up or mail it in at practice. However, Ocoee and Foundation persevered and, for now at least, optimism has returned to two local campuses.

SHAWN MOFFITT, PK The numbers: 3-for-3 on extra-point attempts The buzz: Moffitt split time during UCF’s win with Rodrigo Quirarte. product of the team’s success during last season’s miraculous run, Knights fans packed the house — something that wasn’t lost upon O’Leary and his players. “I think (the crowd) was outstanding,” O’Leary said. “The student body was loud … I’m sure they enjoyed themselves.” UCF will have an open week this week before traveling to take on Houston on Oct. 2 for a Thursday night matchup in primetime. The game against the Cougars will begin conference play in the American Athletic Conference, giving the Knights the chance to truly put the 0-2 start behind them and move toward contending for a second consecutive AAC championship. Contact Steven Ryzewski at sryzewski@wotimes.com.

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Ocoee quarterback Steven Hogan and the Knights outscored Lake Howell 20-0 in the second half of a 20-3 win to open district play.

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Roper YMCA tees off with annual golf classic The foursome of Mike Woodall, Chad Kline, Travis Magnuson and Clint Magnuson won the Roper YMCA Golf Classic Sept. 19 at MetroWest Golf Club. The group represented four of 112 total players who participated in the event, which raised $25,000 in net proceeds — $10,000 of which came by way of a silent auction. All proceeds go toward the organization’s scholarship campaign. “The (Roper YMCA) Golf Classic is an important part in our efforts to raise money to help our community families be a part of the benefits the YMCA provides,” Craig James, the senior program director at the Roper YMCA, said in a statement. “Twenty-eight

percent of our members are on scholarship assistance, and we are blessed our Golf Classic was a success so we can continue to impact our neighbors in need.” Other winners included the women’s longest drive winner, Erin Boyd, and the women’s closest to the pin winner, Lori Burshan. On the men’s side, Buddy Evans won the closest to the pin contest, and Brandon Baker registered the longest drive. The event’s presenting sponsor was Prismone, and the luncheon that followed the event was sponsored by Health Central Hospital. For more information about how to help support the Roper YMCA’s Scholarship Campaign, call (407) 656-6430.

Left: Dave Christino tees off at MetroWest Golf Club to begin the Roper YMCA Golf Classic on the morning of Sept. 19.

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WEEK FIVE PREVIEW Editor’s note: All games on Friday, unless otherwise noted. FAITH CHRISTIAN (1-2, 1-1 DIVISION) AT CFCA (3-1, 2-1 DIVISION), 7:30 P.M. Scouting report: With both Orlando Christian Prep (3-0 division) and The Master’s Academy (2-0 division) undefeated within the Beach Division of the Sunshine State Athletic Conference, the losing team in this matchup will find itself in a tough spot with two division losses. Extra point: This will be the first meeting between the two programs — Faith Christian played its first season in 2013. LEGACY CHARTER (2-1, 2-1 DIVISION) AT INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL (0-3, 0-3 DIVISION), 7 P.M. Scouting report: International Community is averaging just 9.7 points per contest through three losses to open the season, compared to the Eagles’ 31.2 average. The Comets are coming off a bye week. Extra point: International Community won easily in the 2013 meeting, 30-13.

Dr. Phillips’ Alvin Bryant had a big night against Colonial, rushing for 106 yards in the blowout victory.

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ORLANDO CHRISTIAN PREP 30, CFCA 6 The Eagles (3-1, 2-1 division) hung tough in the first half against the favored Warriors, trailing just 7-6 at halftime. Orlando Christian Prep (3-0, 3-0 division) dominated the second half, though, handing CFCA its first loss of the season. Bradley Dos Santos rushed for 121 yards and a touchdown in the loss for the Eagles.

Quarterback Woody Barrett tossed two touchdowns (to Jalen Julius and Eddie McDoom) and ran for another while running back Dexter Williams ran for two scores. OCOEE 20, LAKE HOWELL 3 The Knights outscored the Silver Hawks 20-0 in the second half, an unprecedented outpouring of offense for a team that has struggled with the ball this season, giving Ocoee (1-

DR. PHILLIPS 35, COLONIAL 0 Even through some mistakes and turnovers, the Panthers — ranked No. 1 in Class 8A in the state — cruised past Colonial (1-3, 0-1 district) to open district play with a win. Dr. Phillips (4-0, 1-0 district) rushed for more than 300 yards on the night, led by 107 yards from Daquan Isom and another 106 yards from Alvin Bryant. Dr. Phillips led 28-0 at the half. WEST ORANGE 47, LEESBURG 14 The Warriors (4-0) continued to demonstrate an ability to put plenty of points on the scoreboard in a dominating victory over visiting Leesburg (2-2).

LIONS / 1B for the second consecutive season. The Lions were 0-4 last year after forfeiting non-district games against Taylor (a 35-17 win) and Deltona Trinity Christian. They didn’t fully recover en route to a 3-7 overall record, but Lord believes this year’s group can trend in the right direction going forward. Foundation hosts Orangewood Christian and Hawthorne (1-3) in the next two games before entering its bye week. The Lions then open their Class 2A District 4 schedule on Oct. 17 at stateranked Lakeland Victory Christian. “We’re young, but we’re getting healthy, and we’re looking to peak right now,” Lord said. “Last year, we peaked early, but I hope that we’re building right now. We didn’t want to start 0-4 this year, and this week we’re going to have our hands full with Jimmy Martin from Orangewood Christian.” Foundation had to prepare for Taylor’s wing-T attack, but it was the Lions’

3, 1-0 district) its first “W” of the season. Despite the Knights’ early-season woes this season, the win — which came on Homecoming for Ocoee — gives the Knights new life: They are 1-0 in Class 7A, District 4. Darlens Mathieu rushed for 154 of Ocoee’s 260 yards on the ground and scored a touchdown. EDGEWATER 45, OLYMPIA 6 Olympia (0-3) seemingly

took a step backward after a spirited effort against DP in Week Two and closecall defeat to Freedom in Week Three. Phillip Shure was 2-for-2 on field goal attempts to give the Titans their six points for the night. WINDERMERE PREP 70, TFA-LEESBURG 44 The Lakers (3-0) continue to put up video gamelike numbers on offense and made another statement with a dominant win over last season’s Sunshine State Athletic Conference champions. Chris Granjean ran for four touchdowns, Michael Stones picked up two receiving touchdowns and quarterback Parker Davis passed for four touchdowns on the day. Rylan Thomas led the defense with 20 tackles.

WINDERMERE PREP (3-0, 2-0 DIVISION) AT ST. STEPHEN’S EPISCOPAL (3-1, 2-1 DIVISION), 7 P.M. Scouting report: The Lakers will travel roughly two hours southwest of their Windermere campus to take on the Falcons in a key division battle. Each team has a few dominant wins to its credit already, but St. Stephen’s lone loss is to Seffner Christian — a squad Windermere Prep defeated 46-20. Extra point: The Lakers are scoring in bunches this season, averaging 57 points per contest.

LEGACY CHARTER 28, MERRITT ISLAND CHRISTIAN 0 The Eagles got back on track, improving to 2-1 overall and 2-1 in their division with an easy victory over Merritt Island Christian. Colton Liddell, Brian Carmean, Kyle Burdue and David Dominguez scored touchdowns for the Eagles.

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The Ocoee Knights defense sacked the Lake Howell Silver Hawks, limiting them to just 3 points in a 20-3 victory. ground game that shined. Junior tailback Gabe Walker rushed for a season-high 236 yards and three touchdowns and Konrie Brown added a 69-yard TD run late in the third quarter. With blocking help from the offensive line and fullback D’angelo Byer, Walker reached the end zone from 27, 11 and 55 yards as part of a 22-carry performance. The Foundation defense also came up with key stops after allowing 11 rushing touchdowns through the opening three weeks. Linebackers Darius Irvin (9 solo tackles, 2 assists), Anthony Bridges (8 tackles, 1 tackle for loss) and Byer (9 solo tackles, 2 assists) helped limit the Wildcats offense after quarterback Matt Henry’s 57-yard touchdown pass to Jamie Knox opened the scoring with 7:47 left in the first quarter. Brown was credited with

five tackles and one sack while seeing time at safety and defensive end. The aforementioned freshman also posted Foundation’s first interception of the season — picking off Henry’s pass over the middle midway through the second quarter — and sophomore teammate B.J. Bohler had an interception early in the fourth quarter. Late in the second quarter the Lions not only forced and recovered a fumble with Taylor driving in the red zone, but also later stopped Henry for no gain on fourthand-1 at the Foundation 3-yard line with 11.3 seconds remaining before halftime. “That quarterback (Henry) has a lot of heart, and that team last year played us tough into the fourth quarter,” Lord said. “That’s a tough team, and they’re tough-nosed kids. They (the

JONES (2-2) AT WEST ORANGE (4-0), 7:30 P.M. Scouting report: The Tigers have seemingly improved each week, at least on the offensive side of the ball. Jones opened the season scoring just two points (a loss to Wekiva), scored 18 in a win against Colonial, added 21 in a loss to Matanzas and most recently put up 63 in a win over Atlantic. Although the Warriors will be favored, West Orange’s defense will have to be prepared. Extra point: The Warriors won 43-0 in 2013 at Jones. TIMBER CREEK (2-1) AT OLYMPIA (0-3), 7:30 P.M. Scouting report: The Titans’ defense will have its hands full with the Wolves’ elite running back, Jacques Patrick. Patrick is averaging 256.3 rushing yards per game for Timber Creek at a rate of 9.6 yards per carry. Olympia’s offense, which played well two weeks ago against Freedom but regressed in last week’s loss to Edgewater, will need a bounce-back week. Extra point: Timber Creek won a high-scoring affair in 2013, 46-35.

WEEK FIVE GAME OF THE WEEK ORANGEWOOD CHRISTIAN (1-2) AT FOUNDATION ACADEMY (1-3), 7 P.M.

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UNIVERSITY (ORLANDO) (2-2) AT DR. PHILLIPS (4-0), 7:30 P.M. Scouting report: The Panthers’ road to another undefeated regular season will take them through the Cougars, who likely will provide a tougher test than Dr. Phillips experienced in Week Four against Colonial (a 35-0 victory). After starting 2-0, University has dropped two close contests, and senior running back Victor Vasquez is averaging 130 rushing yards per game. Extra point: The Panthers had little trouble with the Cougars in 2013, cruising to a 51-14 victory.

Foundation Academy 29, Taylor 15

Wildcats) played The Villages last week, so they didn’t play a slouch team before us. We’ve just got to get better. The mistakes we had against Carrollwood Day (in a 26-21 road loss on Sept. 12) really cost us, but we were better in some areas tonight.” Walker had an 11-yard touchdown run (on a draw out of a spread formation) on the first play of the second quarter. The Lions fumbled an inside handoff on the ensuing two-point conversion, but quarterback Jacob Murphy alertly grabbed the loose ball and ran into the end zone around left end to give Foundation a 14-7 lead. Contact Steven Ryzewski at sryzewski@wotimes.com.

Lions looking to build on victory For the third time in this young season, the Lions will find themselves playing up a classification against a Class 3A opponent. Orangewood is averaging just seven points per game through its first three contests, which could be favorable for a Foundation Academy defense that is allowing 31.8 points per game. Coach Brad Lords’ squad got its first taste of victory a week ago and will look to establish some momentum

with district play still three weeks away. The Lions doubled down on their ground attack a week ago, attempting just two passes and rushing for 377 yards as team. If Foundation can match its average of 11.1 yards per carry from a week ago it would take the Lions a long way toward turning last week’s victory into a winning streak. Orangewood won a close one in 2013, 21-20.

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MESSERSMITH With a 2,281-1,695 victory Sept. 17 over Trinity Prep, the Ocoee girls bowling team improved to 4-0 on the young season. Helping to key the hot start for the Knights has been junior bowler Gabby Messersmith. Messersmith is a leader for the program and, in the big win over Trinity Prep, she rolled a 531 series for Ocoee — making her our Athlete of the Week.

The Bobcats jump and try to block a field goal attempt by Lake Mary.

Bobcats, Ducks duel in Lake Mary The West Orange Bobcats, an AAU youth football program competing in the Florida Youth Football and Cheer League, traveled Sept. 20 to Lake Mary High School to take on the Lake Mary Ducks. The Bobcats swept the competition early in the day, with the organization’s 8U, 10U and 12U teams scoring victories. The West Orange and Lake Mary 14U teams both came into the day’s final contest with 2-1 records, and, although the Ducks took the victory, the Bobcats (2-2) fought hard and will look to improve to 3-2 when they host the Conway Falcons on Saturday.

Quarterback Austin Chilton waits for a play to develop as he scrambles with the ball.

How did you get involved in bowling? I started out two years ago, when my stepdad got me into a youth league. I actually got invited out by the team, because I didn’t know (at first) we actually had one. Do you play any other sports on campus? I used to play softball, but, then, I started getting more and more into my bowling, so I kind of just stick with bowling now. What do you like about the team element of bowling? It’s not only your physical ability, it’s your mindset, as well. As a team, we hold each other to that — like, “I’m going to have your back and your going to have mine,” basically. What’s the dynamic like for this particular team at Ocoee? It’s really unique, because none of us is the same. … Social-wise it’s great. What was your goal coming into the season? I wanted to increase my average. I wanted to be able to say that I was doing what I need to do to help my teammates out. What’s the hope for the team this season? Last year, we did pretty good as far as our record, (so) this year, we came in, and we wanted to maybe improve on that. I think we went 13-4 last year.

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SAWYER / 1B players work on consistency, Sawyer often finds herself having to work extra hard, going up multiple times per volley to get kills that her team needs to win games. “She’ll sometimes get 60 swings in a match, which no one else is even close to that,” Carter said. “She always rises to the occasion and puts on her game face.” Sawyer committed to Rollins before the season started, ending her recruiting process, but that doesn’t mean she has relaxed much. The talented outside hitter feels she has to live up to the scholarship the Tars have offered her and that, in a way, the competition for playing time at the college level next year starts now. “I definitely have to worry about getting better,” Saw-

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make it as unique as possible so you’re like, ‘Oh, hey, there’s Ocoee.’ How do you handle a pressure situation in a match? We like to think of it as it relies on the team — it’s not just you. … We like to think of it as a mindset, that if your team is back there cheering you on, you’re more likely to perform better. What’s your favorite subject in school? I like English and psychology. What do you think you’d like to study in college? I want to do psychiatry — child psychiatry. Do you have a preferred college you’d like to attend? Not necessarily, but I think I’ll be attending UCF. When you’re not doing schoolwork or bowling, what do you like to do? I hang out with my bowling friends, we go out together — movies, stuff like that. What was your favorite memory from last week’s Homecoming festivities? Actually, on “Blackand-Gold Day,” we went all out — it was great. It was kind of crazy, but it was fun. Where are you from originally? I’m from the east side of Orlando, and I moved here (to West Orange County) when I was 7.

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Winter Garden offers new beginning for thrift store New Beginnings Thrift Store has opened a third location, this time in the Winter Garden Shopping Plaza, and the resale shop offers slightly used furniture, household items and clothing. Lorraine Patria is the manager. New Beginnings of Central Florida also has thrift stores in Kissimmee and Minneola. The store welcomes donations, and an employee is available to pick up large items. The store is at

14041 W. Colonial Drive, and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The mission of the non-profit, based in Lake County, is to provide services and training to help homeless people get back on their feet. The organization has partnerships with Second Harvest Food Bank, Mid-Florida Homeless Coalition and Access Florida. New Beginnings oper-

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The 20-unit Park Avenue Apartments, located in Winter Garden, sold recently for $850,000. The sale, led by commercial real estate investment services firm Marcus & Millichap, marks a record per-unit price ($42,500) and price per square foot ($54.49) for the Winter Garden submarket, Marcus & Millichap reported. Joe LaFleur and Christopher Minchin, multi-family investment specialists in Marcus & Millichap’s Orlando office, had the exclusive listing to market the property on behalf of the seller. Strong interest was generated from international and regional investors, but, ultimately, the complex sold to a local buyer. The property features two-bedroom, one-bathroom units with 780 rentable square feet.

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WINTER GARDEN BIKE SHOP WINS NATIONAL AWARD Winter Garden Wheel Works has been named one of America’s Best Bike Shops for 2014 by the National Bicycle Dealers Association. There are about 4,000 bike shops in the United States, and less than 300 were chosen for the 2014 list. Owners Dennis and Karen Jones said they are excited to have the opportunity to be a part of this nationwide program. They attribute their success to their amazing staff and customers who inspire them. This is the fourth consecutive year they have earned the distinction. “Being chosen is an honor and being the only bike shop in Central Florida is especially exciting,” Dennis Jones said.

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This Montverde home, on 3.98 acres, sold Aug. 29, for $555,000. It features four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 4,512 square feet of living area.

Luxury home tops August sales A luxury home on nearly four acres topped all August residential real-estate sales in Montverde. The home at 17411 Fosgate Road, Montverde, sold Aug. 29, for $555,000. Built in 1997, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 4,512 square feet of living area on 3.98 acres. The price per square foot is $123.01.

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The home at 16704 Caravaggio Loop, Montverde, sold Aug. 5, for $405,000. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,202 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $126.48. The home at 16548 Caravaggio Loop, Montverde, sold Aug. 5, for $400,360. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,017 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $132.70.

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The home at 16320 Magnolia Terrace, Montverde, sold Aug. 28, for $390,000. Built in 2005, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,576 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $109.06. The home at 16548 Magnolia Terrace, Montverde, sold Aug. 29, for $295,000 (REO/bank owned). Built in 2002, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, a pool and 2,847 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $103.62.

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010 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sod Laborer $7.00/pallet and Exp. Sod Foreman. Clean MVR. WG Grassing, 532 N. Bluford Avenue, Ocoee. 407-877-0709 9/25tfn

620 APARTMENT & DUPLEXES

Auction: Burke's Garden - TazwellCounty, VA. 133 acres crop, pasture, mature timber, ponds, bold spring branch. Offered in 2 tracts (12 acres & 121 acres). Outstanding views. Joins National Forest. Sale date Saturday, October 11at 11AM. Visit WWW. WOLTZ.COM FOR PREVIEW DATES AND PHOTOS. Sold to Highest Bidder Over $252,000. Call Woltz & Associates, Inc. (VA# 321), Real Estate Brokers & Auctioneers, 800-551-3588. fcan9/25

WANT TO DRIVE A TRUCK...NO EXPERIENCE? Company sponsored CDL training. Full benefits. Earn $44,500+ 1st year. 1-888-693-8934. fcan9/25

WINTER GARDEN - 1BR $695, 2BR $745, 3BR $935 on Lake Apopka. Water/Sewer included. 407-656-7162. 9/25tfn

Experience Hair Stylist needed. Inquire within at 319 West Road, Ocoee, Florida 34761 or call 407-6142299. 10/2tl

630 ROOMMATES

035 SCHOOLS AND INSTRUCTION AIRLINE Careers start Here - Get FAA certified with hands on training in Aviation Maintenance. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call AIM 866-314-3769. fcan9/25

Driver Class A MUST HAVE sod and off road expereince. Clean MVR. Also need Owner Operators. Winter Garden Grassing 407-877-0709. 9/25sn Drivers Own Your Own Truck! Best Lease Purchase Deal in the Country! *You can earn over $150,000 per year * No Credit Check* Late-model Freightliner Columbia * Low Truck Payment Call (866)306-3027 to talk to a recruiter. Apply Now Online @ www.joincrst. com. fcan9/25 Wanted Directional Bore Operator/Locator 20x22 Vermeer, Digitrak F5. Email resume to JobApplicant@jlutilcon.com. 9/25ac

090 MISCELLANEOUS DirecTV starting at $24.95/mo. Free 3-months of HBO, Starz, SHOWTIME & CINEMAX. FREE RECEIVER Upgrade! 2014 NFL Sunday Ticket Included with Select Packages. Some exclusions apply - CALL 1-800915-8620. fcan9/25 DISH TV Retailer. Starting $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) Find Out How to SAVE Up to 50% Today! Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL 1-800-605-0984. fcan9/25 Attention: VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! A cheaper alternative to high drugstore prices! 50 Pill Special - $99 FREE Shipping! 100 Percent Guaranteed. CALL NOW: 1-800-943-8953. fcan9/25 Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritus Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-605-6035 for $750 Off. fcan9/25

160 GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

170 EMPLOYMENT WANTED Caregiver - Experienced, caring, bi-lingual individual seeking full/Part time employment as caregiver for elderly. Light housekeeping, meal prep, personal care. Over 5 years of caring experience. Please call Otaciana @ 407-844-4962. 9/25o

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“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

RESURRECTION CATHOLIC CHURCH

Job descriptions and applications are available online.

www.wintergarden-ﬂ.gov Phone:

CHURCH OF GOD OCOEE CHURCH OF GOD

EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE MESSIAH 241 N. Main, Winter Garden Services: 8, 9:30, & 11am, 7pm www.churchofthemessiah.com

EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION

4950 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd. Orlando, FL 32819. 1 block south of Conroy-Windermere Rd. on right. 407-876-3480 Sunday Services 8:30am,10:30am. and 6:30pm. Sunday School for all ages 9:30am and Children’s Chapel at 10:30am. Childcare provided. www.ascension-orlando.org

LUTHERAN 220 Windermere Rd, Winter Garden Serv. Sat 5:30pm & Sun 9:45am 407-877-3937 www.PeopleOfFaith.ORG

METHODIST

WEST ORANGE CHURCH OF CHRIST 1450 Daniels Road Winter Garden 407-656-2770 www.cocwo.com

Timber, Hunting, Recreation. 40 to 350 from 1250 per acre. Mature hardwoods, Road frontage, Power, Creek frontage, Mountain Views, Private. Excellent hunting - Deer and turkey. Call 877-520-6719 or Remax 423-756-5700. fcan9/25

THIS WEEK’S CRYPTOGRAM ANSWERS

1. Here’s a very tall tale about fishy romance at sea: an Atlantic cod became enamored with a flashy ocean float. It was her lover buoy. 2. A man quietly stole a bulldog from a store downtown. He was quickly apprehended, booked and charged with petty theft!

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THIS WEEK’S CROSSWORD ANSWERS

740 LOTS AND ACREAGE

Open Barn Day & Multi Family - Saturday - 9/27-9am1pm. Spirit Horse at Better Times Farm - 3828 Avalon Road, Winter Garden, FL 34787. 9/25ks

PEOPLE OF FAITH CHURCH

CATHOLIC

AD DEADLINE: TUESDAY 10:00 AM

CHURCH FOR RENT $1200 PER MONTH, 1st and last due at leasing signing. 407-656-5750. 10/16ma

Giant Garage Sale. Household items, lots of New items, furniture, tools, Crafts, Christmas. Too much to mention. 17626 Seidner Rd. Winter Garden. Fri. 9/26 and Sat. 9/27 - 9:00AM to 3:00PM. 9/25lw

BAPTIST 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:

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Professional office space, N. Dillard St., W.G. 407656-2812 9/25tfn

Yard Sale Friday, September 26 7:00 to 6:00 & Saturday, September 27 7:00 to 1:00. 15 S. Cumberland Ave. Ocoee. Little bit of everything. Quilt Fabric, notions, bedding, dishes, yard tools, etc. 9/25dd

Pastor Thomas Odom 1105 N. Lakewood Avenue, Ocoee 407-656-8011

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

650 COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

240 GARAGE SALE

407-656-4111

407-877-2795

The City of Winter Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.