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More than meets the eye West Orange transformed into fun festivals and treat depots to celebrate the season. SEE PAGES 16-20

SoBo to celebrate fifth anniversary PAGE 11.

YOUR TOWN TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m.

Sunday, Nov. 4. Be sure to turn your clocks back one hour before going to sleep Saturday night.

The next daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 10, 2019.

Out of the ashes Tricon American Homes surprised an Ocoee mom with a rebuilt and refurbished home after it was nearly destroyed in a house fire in March.

STORY ON PAGE 8.

DILLARD SCHOOL TO HOST ASSEMBLY Dillard Street Elementary School and Project 429 are hosting a community assembly from 6 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 8, at the school, 311 N. Dillard St., Winter Garden.

The free program is intended to connect the students, parents and school with the community to eliminate bullying and promote a safe learning environment.

WINTER GARDEN BOASTS BEST FARMERS MARKET

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LIFE ON THE EDGE

Winter Garden approves new inspection ordinance

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Chelsie Lloyd and her sons, Aiden and Ethan, are happy to be home after a fire nearly destroyed it in March.

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Meet the pass-rushing duo that anchors Foundation Academy’s D-line. SEE 23.

During the Oct. 25 City Commission meeting, Winter Garden city leaders passed Ordinance 18-37 — an ordinance for which several Winter Garden residents have expressed concern.

The ordinance establishes rules and procedures regarding the abil-

ity of residential and commercial builders to hire private companies to review site plans and conduct building inspections to ensure buildings satisfy all code requirements and safety standards.

Although builders have long had the option to hire private companies under state law, only recently SEE CITY PAGE 4

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Builders can now use private companies to review site plans and conduct inspections.

American Farmland Trust, the organization behind the national movement “No Farms No Food,” has declared the Winter Garden Farmers Market as the 2018 People’s Choice Award winner.

Markets were evaluated in four categories: Focus on Farmers, Healthy Food for All, Pillar of the Community and Champion for the Environment.

Winter Garden won first place in all four categories.

ROCKING THE HOUSE

West Orange Habitat hosts annual party. SEE PAGE 13.

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YOUR CALENDAR

THURSDAY, NOV. 1

PLANT CLINIC 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, at the Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St. Take your plants, get your soil pH tested and ask questions. Master gardener volunteers from the UF/IFAS Orange County Extension Office will be available to answer gardening questions and assess any plant issues. (407) 835-7323.

RETIRED EDUCATORS TO MEET 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 1, at College Park United Methodist Church, 644 W. Princeton St., Orlando. Joy Dickinson is the guest speaker for this Orange County Retired Educators Association meeting. Anyone who has worked in education is invited to join. Call (407) 366-8982 with questions or visit ocrea-fl.org.

FRIDAY, NOV. 2

A HAPPY HEALTHY YOU 8 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2, at Heller Hall, 21 E. Plant St., Winter Garden. The Winter Garden

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Heritage Foundation and Florida Hospital/Advent Health will present the women’s program featuring speakers Stacy Butscheck, a midwife at Florida Hospital’s Loch Haven OB/GYN, and Doreen Forsythe, the women’s health navigator at Florida Hospital for Women.

This complimentary event includes a light breakfast featuring a blind orange juice tasting.

Can you tell the difference between fresh and processed?

RSVP at (407) 656-3244 or email jzimmerman@wghf.org.

CAREGIVERS WORKSHOP 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 2, at Hope Counseling Center, 410 N. Dillard St., Suite 103, Winter Garden. The role of caregiver can be rewarding, but it can also be overwhelming and exhausting.

This workshop will give caregivers tools for reducing stress, managing guilt and caring for themselves. RSVP at (407) 6545700 or angie@hopecounsel. com.

FALL FESTIVAL 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, at Calvary Baptist Church, 631 S. Dillard St., Winter Garden.

Includes carnival games, prizes, hot dogs and beverages, bounce houses and sweet treats. All activities are free. (407) 656-3001 or cbwg.org.

‘THE NUTCRACKER SUITE’ 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, and 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, and Sunday, Nov. 4, at the Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St., Winter Garden. Orlando Ballet’s 2018 production of “The Nutcracker Suite” returns to Garden Theatre. Tickets are $35 to $50 at gardentheatre.org, with discounts available for seniors, students, military and groups.

A Family VIP Experience for the Nov. 3 performance includes priority seating and a party with Orlando Ballet dancers before the show. Family VIP Experience tickets are $45 to $50 per person. Groups of 10 or more can receive a discount on tickets and should call (407) 877-4736, Ext. 208, or email groupsales@ gardentheatre.org.

25TH ANNUAL OCOEE FOUNDERS’ DAY 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2, and 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, on the shores of Starke Lake, Ocoee. Enjoy an array of festival food, carnival rides, a marketplace, car show, beer garden and musical performances by multiple acts, including Spayed Koolie, Miles Minor, Jake Owen, Scotty McCreery, Easton Corbin and Big & Rich. (407) 905-3100.

SATURDAY, NOV. 3

FALL FARM FEST 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at Do Good Farm, 12423 Marshall Farms Road, Winter Garden. Experience a day of farming fun, enjoy live music and free tastings of nutritious “super foods,” learn about local farming and pet baby goats. Dogoodfarm. org.

OPD FOURTH ANNUAL POKER TOURNAMENT Registration at 11 a.m., play starts at noon Saturday, Nov. 3, at the Woman’s Club of Ocoee, 4 N. Lakewood Ave., Ocoee. The Ocoee Police Department will host its 4th annual event that benefits its Holiday Toys for Kids in Need Program. There is a $50 suggested donation that will include a catered lunch, two drinks and 7,500 chips.

Players will be able to receive an extra 1,000 chips with every toy they donate, up to five. P. Scott- Marsh, (407) 554-7204 or patera.scott@ocoee.org.

SUNDAY, NOV. 4

ADAM’S ROAD MUSIC AND TESTIMONY 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, at West Orange Baptist Church, 200 S. Tubb St., Oakland. Hear the testimony and musical talents of this local Christian nonprofit ministry.

Program is free. Adamsroadministry.com.

GRIEFSHARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, in Room 200 in the Barnes Learning Center (second floor of Founder’s Hall) at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando. Cost is $5. Register online at st.lukes.org/GriefShareholidays. Email care@st.lukes. org or call (407) 876-4991, Ext. 262, for information.

POLKA DOGZ POKER RUN 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, in downtown Winter Garden, starting at The Whole Enchilada, 129 W. Plant St., and continuing with a map/punch card at Melts on Main, The Deli Downtown, The Tasting Room and Pilars.

There will be a raffle and 50/50 tickets available and multiple prizes. Pre-register at (407) 877-2222; entry fee is $20, with $10 per additional hand. Participants also can register the day of the event.

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emocratic candidate Geraldine Thompson is challenging Republican state Rep. Robert “Bobby” Olszewski for the Florida House of Representatives District 44 seat.

Olszewski, 41, is a former Winter Garden city commissioner and

has served as the District 44 state representative since October 2017.

Thompson, 69, is a Windermere resident who has served three terms in the state House and two terms in the state Senate.

Thompson won the Aug. 28 Democratic primary for District 44,

while Olszewski ran unopposed in the 2018 Republican primary. Now, the two will face off during the Nov. 6 general election.

The early-voting period in Orange County is from Monday, Oct. 22 to Sunday, Nov. 4. For more information about early voting,

visit the Orange County Supervisor of Elections website at ocfelections.com.

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pass this legislation, we ensured the conditions that allowed the assailant to commit these atrocities could not happen again, in addition to heavily investing in mental-health funding. It is important to make abundantly clear that nowhere in this legislation were we authorizing teachers to be armed in the classrooms.

BOBBY OLSZEWSKI

AGE: 41 OCCUPATION: Partnership consultant for Special Olympics Florida; adjunct professor EXPERIENCE: Current state representative for Florida House District 44; Winter Garden city commissioner EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree, UCF; master’s degrees, Rollins College and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; doctoral degree, Northcentral University CITY OF RESIDENCE: Winter Garden WEBSITE: VoteBobbyO.com

What are three issues that are important to you?

I have been our advocate for sound public policy in Tallahassee that allows our community to meet its challenges and continue to grow in a way that meets the needs of our residents, businesses and communities. This starts with great schools, so our families can have access to innovative classrooms and teachers while keeping them safe and prosperous. ... A low-tax environment is key to a healthy and growing Florida economy. Lastly, we need secure communities where residents feel safe and their rights are protected.

What is the biggest challenge facing District 44?

Florida House District 44 is very unique in Florida, because of our world-class tourism and hospitality community attracting 72 million visitors last year, in addition to the revenue we generate for the state. As a basic principle, government does not create jobs, but it does create a regulatory and tax environment that attracts diverse businesses and helps private businesses grow through transparent legislation while investing in education and workforce development.

Do you think the Legislature should amend the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act? If so, what changes should be made?

This past session, we passed the most comprehensive and effective school-safety bill our state has ever seen. ... With only two weeks to

Would you support a bill that gives local municipalities the authority to pass stricter firearms ordinances than what is allowed under state law?

This is exactly why the U.S. Congress needs federal legislation to take the lead on this important fundamental freedom outlined in the Bill of Rights.

The state has this authority, because it would be very difficult, just in Florida House District 44 alone, if Orange County, Orlando, Winter Garden, Ocoee, Windermere, Oakland, Lake Buena Vista and Bay Lake all had different interpretations of the Second Amendment. Considering there are 67 counties and 412 municipalities in Florida, taking this responsibility in current law from the state would not be something I could reasonably support.

What steps can be taken to diversify the economy?

Florida House District 44 is uniquely positioned with our world-class education and training available at UCF, Valencia College and Orange Technical College to invest today in our jobs of tomorrow. Additionally, the opportunity we specifically have with the Horizon West community is exciting, because we need true economic development opportunities to recruit and attract businesses and industries.

What is your plan for better environmental protections?

I fully support environmental protections. This past session, I voted to allocate an additional $50 million to expedite repairs on the Hoover Dike to reduce the spread of toxic algae; $80 million in beach-restoration projects; and nearly $50 million in the Florida Forever Program for the protection and acquisition of rural and conservation lands.

Why should small-business owners vote for you?

I brought back nearly $3 million in appropriations for our district in my first session. I will advocate for a lowtax environment where burdensome regulations are fought, rather than protected by politicians.

weapons and large-capacity magazines of ammunition.

GERALDINE F. THOMPSON AGE: 69 OCCUPATION: Museum founder EXPERIENCE: Former Florida state representative; former Florida senator; former educator, Orange County Public Schools; administrative experience, Valencia College.

CITY OF RESIDENCE: Windermere WEBSITE: electgeraldine.com

What are three issues that are important to you?

Three issues important to me include health care, education and the environment. Because of Florida’s large aging population, the state has a rapidly increasing need for health care. The health care industry can be enhanced by medical research, expansion of Medicaid and establishing Florida as a tourist destination for specialty care. Demand for water is set to increase by 55% by 2050.

We must develop policies regarding allocating water, tackling water pollution, and managing floods and droughts. Florida must adequately fund a quality education system to develop a prepared work force and attract high wage jobs.

What is the biggest challenge facing District 44?

The biggest challenge facing District 44 is transportation infrastructure that will allow residents and tourists to move from one location to another. Mass transit, including rail connectors, trails and pedestrian-friendly routes, will alleviate congestion and allow the district to capitalize on the local and visitor markets.

Would you support a bill that gives local municipalities the authority to pass stricter firearms ordinances than what is allowed under state law?

I would support a bill that gives local municipalities the authority to pass stricter firearms ordinances based on the needs of their communities.

What steps can be taken to diversify the economy?

To diversify our economy, we must continue to invest in aviation, aerospace, life sciences, medical research, pharmaceutical manufacturing, renewable energy, technology, defense, homeland security, computer components, lasers and transportation logistics.

What is your plan for better environmental protections?

Environmental protections must include conserving land adjacent to waterbodies. These lands serve as filters and barriers for pesticides, fertilizers and other pollutants. They generate clean water for the aquifer which provides 90% of our drinking water. Florida must also work with the Department of Environmental Protection to protect our air, water, land, and other natural resources. Protection of our environment should be insulated from politics.

Why should small-business owners vote for you?

Small-business owners should vote for me because during my previous tenure in the Florida Legislature, I sponsored a number of business-friendly bills that were enacted to allow Floridians to vote by mail which assisted the postal service. Another bill enabled low income individuals to use EBT cards at farmer’s markets, which expanded business for those merchants.

Do you think the Legislature should amend the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act? If so, what changes should be made?

The Legislature should amend the School Public Safety Act to include a ban on military assault

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American Legion walk to shed light on suicide

CHALLENGE 22: Observer

Twenty-two veterans commit suicide every day. A local woman shares her brother’s heartbreaking story.

war inside him that he couldn’t fight. He paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

AMY QUESINBERRY

TIME TO HEAL

The Hugh T. Gregory American Legion Post 63 is hosting its second Challenge 22 Ruck Walk to raise awareness of a staggering fact — that 22 veterans commit suicide every day due to post-traumatic stress disorder.

And although the issue is serious, the event will be a full day of fun, said Post Commander Kurt Gies.

This year’s camaraderie event will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 17, at Crooked Can Brewing Company, 246 W. Plant St. Crooked Can is sponsoring the walk and block party. The community is being invited to participate.

Registration and sign-in is at 10:30 a.m., with the patriotic opening ceremony starting at 11. And then the walk and block party begin.

The walk is 2.2 miles, but participants do not have to walk the entire length. They can stop at the post, 271 W. Plant St., after the first halfmile and return to the Plant Street Market for the afterparty along South Central Avenue.

The afternoon includes raffles, food and beer stations, three musical acts and children’s activities such as face painting and rock painting.

Those walking are being encouraged to take their ruck if they have one. All veterans will be given a camouflage wristband to wear.

To register for the walk or for information, call (407) 656-6361 or visit WGAL63. org. The event is free, but donations are being accepted to benefit Project: VetRelief, an organization that supports military veterans in need.

“It’s important because there are 22 veterans a day who commit suicide,” Gies said. “Since 9/11 in 2001, more veterans have died from suicide than all combatrelated deaths from Korea and Vietnam combined. And nobody knows about it. So our whole intent here is to raise awareness.”

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All James Peter Gillis wanted to do was continue the family tradition of joining the military. Both of his grandfathers served in the military, his father was a Marine, and his older brother was in the Army.

James, the youngest of four children, followed in John’s footsteps and joined the Army.

He trained as an 82nd Airborne Ranger and dreamed of flying helicopters for the military. But a devastating automobile crash with serious injuries put a halt to his plans. Unable to pursue a military career, James fell into a deep depression from which he could never fully recover.

On March 27, 2012, James Peter Gillis put a gun to his head and pulled the trigger. His older sister, Colleen Gillis, with whom he was staying, was unable to cross the room fast enough, and she witnessed his suicide.

“James never saw combat,” Colleen said. “That was part of his depression; he wanted to fight. He said, ‘I got into the military because I wanted to fight for our country.’”

On March 27, 2012, James became one of the 22 veterans who commit suicide every day in the United States.

FIGHTING HER OWN BATTLES

Colleen Gillis, now 53, suffers from complex post-traumatic stress disorder, brought on by a series of events in her life: her father’s death when she was 17 and James was 10; her divorce in 2010; and, two years later, her brother’s suicide at age 39.

She, too, has had thoughts of suicide and attempted to end her life in 2015 with a handful of Xanax, one of the many medications she was on for depression and insomnia.

She has been Baker Acted six times and temporarily placed in a mental-health facility — twice after her family called police and four times when she made the call herself because she felt she was a danger to herself.

The last time she called was three years ago, on March 27, the

IN OTHER NEWS n City commissioners approved resolution 18-06, which is a resolution to acquire property through eminent domain.

According to city documents, the resolution is needed to proceed with city’s plans to add a traffic signal and turn lanes at the East Crown Point Road/Fullers Cross Road intersection, which requires the acquisition of additional right-of-way belonging to a private property owner. n City leaders approved the West Orange Junior Service League’s request to hold the Jingle Jolly 5K run from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, in Oakland Park. The league will coordinate with the city’s police department to ensure traffic is handled and roads are not blocked to any residents.

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James Gillis trained to be an 82nd Airborne Ranger, but an automobile crash cut short his dreams.

anniversary of James’ death.

She has tried to make sense of her brother’s suicide, but he internalized so much of his pain, she said. And although she knows of some of his battles — dealing with dyslexia as a child, being the only one of four siblings to have to move from Southern California to the Pacific Northwest when their mother remarried, trying to handle a short-lived military career and marriage — she realizes she never will know all of them.

James lived with her in Central Florida for eight months when she and her two sons, now 10 and 15, moved to a new house in 2011.

“I was going through my own crises, and I didn’t know what state James was in,” Colleen said.

She said her brother had plenty of happy times, watching anime films, talking about writing, buying goldfish for her sons.

But on a weekend when the boys were with their father, something in James snapped. Colleen said he became angry and started yelling at her after they finished watching a movie. He ran to the guest bedroom and began packing his clothes, intending to leave, she said.

In one instant, she said, he reached for his 9 mm gun, fired one fatal shot and fell to the ground.

“When you put James and I together, we are suicide and PTSD,” she said. “He’s not the veteran who went off to war … but there was a

Colleen, a resident of Lake Mary, worked in ophthalmology research for 15 years and tried her hand at selling insurance, something her father did. But she wasn’t satisfied.

She said she finally has found her vocation as a pre-planning funeral adviser and cemetery specialist for DeGusipe Funeral Home & Crematory, in Ocoee. She said it has been healing for her.

And this job put her in the right place at the right time to engage in volunteer work that has special personal meaning.

New to the West Orange area, Colleen wanted to work with veterans in some capacity and took a batch of cookies to the American Legion post in Winter Garden. A group of legionnaires was holding a meeting to discuss the upcoming Challenge 22, an annual event that raises awareness of veteran suicide.

“That meant a lot to me, and I can stand behind it,” Colleen said.

“I have a connection with this.

When I do volunteer work, I want to have some connection. This is serious stuff.”

She has busied herself with gathering sponsorships for the American Legion walk.

“Challenge 22 has allowed me to open up and talk about it,” she said.

“I don’t want to be that person who is afraid to talk about suicide. … I think there needs to be a conversation.”

Colleen remains in the same house where James took his life.

“It was a tragic incident, but it doesn’t really take away from all the beautiful things that happened there,” she said.

Her children keep her grounded and in the present, she said. She has started cooking. She keeps up with her volunteer work and stays busy in the community. And, of course, she is enjoying her position at the funeral home.

“I have this underlying faith or belief that there’s a bigger picture that I just can’t see,” Colleen said.

“What I do now is not about me, it’s about others. I help families … and I help veterans. I serve the community. I have a huge responsibility, and I take it very seriously.”

2.2 miles for 22 veterans

City OKs inspection ordinance have a few began using the option to avoid the city’s inspection process, said Winter Garden City Manager Mike Bollhoefer.

“We have a reputation as having one of the toughest building department and toughest planning departments out there, and we brag about them,” Bollhoefer said. “Everyone knows if you buy a house in Winter Garden, then it’s gone through our inspections — and we have high standards.”

Residents present at the meeting requested city officials ensure the ordinance adequately protects consumers and inquired about the role the city would play if builders are found to be violating the state’s code requirements.

“We need the city to step up and protect its consumers,” said Torey Eisenman, a real-estate broker and a general contractor. “We all know

that the builders’ contracts do not hold them accountable.”

Bollhoefer said the city’s biggest issue has been with the builder Lennar Homes, but the city has its hands tied on the matter because it can’t stop builders from using private providers.

BID PROTEST HEARING

The Oct. 25 commission meeting also featured a one-hour bid protest hearing regarding a project contract awarded in June to a company named TLC Diversified Inc., to construct a pumping facility.

Carr & Collier Inc., a Leesburg-based general contractor, challenged the city’s decision to award the contract to TLC Diversified and alleged that city staff did not properly evaluate Carr & Collier’s bid documents and that the basis of the city’s rejection

was “arbitrary and capricious.”

Carr & Collier offered to complete the project for $7,077,730, while TLC Diversified made a bid of $7,164,690 — a difference of almost $86,960. However, according to city attorney Daniel Langley, Carr & Collier’s bid was denied for three reasons.

“The evidence shows very, very clearly that they did not list all the subcontractors — indeed, they did not list major subcontractors,” Langley said. “The evidence shows that they do not have the appropriate level of experience … and the projects listed as shown do not have the requisite complexity.

And the third point was undisputed: Their bid is wildly unbalanced.

Mr. Holiman is a very candid gentleman, and he admitted it right in front of you. Those items are not even buildable for those dollars.”

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uting to Home At Last, a local organization that builds homes in West Orange County for wounded veterans.

The inaugural FOLA 40 was held in April 2017, and 65 riders signed up for the 40-mile route, the only one offered that first year.

Joe Dunn, acting president of FOLA, is anticipating more riders this year because of the three shorter options. He’s hoping to see 100 to 150 people enjoying the routes.

The ride is more about raising awareness than raising money, he said. Last year’s event brought in $400.

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Friends Of Lake Apopka ready to spin with annual ride Bicyclists can take the 40-mile trip around Lake Apopka or opt for shorter routes of eight, 16 and 32 miles — but all of them will showcase the restoration efforts taking place.

AMY QUESINBERRY COMMUNITY EDITOR

Do you like to ride your bicycle long distances? Have you ever been curious about the other side of Lake Apopka?

Friends Of Lake Apopka is hosting its second FOLA 40 on Sunday, Nov. 11, which gives cyclists a chance to experience up-close

the perimeter of the lake and see the restoration efforts in progress.

All rides begin at 9 a.m., and there are four distance options: 8, 16, 32 and 40 miles. The longest ride is both on- and off-road, and the Lake Apopka Loop Trail is a non-paved surface, so a hybrid or gravel/adventure-style bike is being recommended.

Following the bike ride, participants can attend an after-party at Crooked Can Brewing Company,

426 W. Plant St., Winter Garden.

Crooked Can, Winter Garden Wheel Works and Halo are the three primary FOLA 40 sponsors.

The registration fee is $45 and includes a FOLA 40 T-shirt and a free beverage at Crooked Can. To register for the ride, visit active.com and search for FOLA 40.

Because this year’s event falls on Veterans Day, FOLA is asking participants to consider contribT:10.375”

FOLA was founded in 1991 as a citizen advocacy group focused on restoring Lake Apopka to its once-pristine condition. Once a fishing paradise known for its trophy bass, Lake Apopka endured nearly five decades of pollution along its shores, creating one of Florida’s most polluted lakes.

Restoration efforts have been ongoing since the state of Florida bought 20,000 acres of muck farms on the north shore of Lake Apopka to stop the flow of fertilizer and pesticides into the lake.

That was a huge turning point in the lake’s recovery, Dunn said.

The St. Johns River Water Management District is restoring the north shore as a wetlands with more than 350 species of birds, bobcats and river otters. The 11-mile wildlife drive attracts visitors from all over the world, he said.

Miles of trails have been created around the lake, including the West Orange Trail, the South Lake Trail and the Hancock Trail.

FOLA 40 The FOLA 40 will take place Sunday, Nov. 11.

Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m., and the rides start at 9. Four fully supported rest stops will be set up at approximately miles 8, 16, 22 and 35 and will close at noon. n 8-mile ride starts at Magnolia Park, 2929 S. Binion Road, Apopka.

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A fresh start

Chelsie Lloyd and her sons Aiden, left, and Ethan love the new decór in their home.

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ERIC GUTIERREZ STAFF WRITER

C

helsie Lloyd threw some laundry into her dryer before giving her sons a bath the evening of March 15. Moments later, she smelled smoke and checked the laundry room — only to see it ablaze.

Lloyd and her two sons, Aiden and Ethan, made it out unscathed, but the fire destroyed the single mother’s home and almost everything in it. Today, the Lloyd family is back home. Tricon American Homes surprised the Lloyd family on Thursday, Oct. 25 with a completely rebuilt and refurbished home.

“The fire basically came through and destroyed the whole house,” said Nicole Conniff, vice president of marketing & Communications for Tricon American Homes. “Pretty much everything … (in) here is completely new (and) redone.”

Lloyd stayed at a hotel and with family while Tricon American Homes rebuilt the house. She was aware the house was being rebuilt.

However, she wasn’t expecting what Tricon had in store for her.

“We’re so happy to be home,” Lloyd said. “It’s just beautiful. It’s more than I ever expected, and I did not expect to come home to

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have everything done. It was just an amazing surprise for us especially since we’ve been out of the house for so long. We wanted to come home and we’re happy to come home.”

The roof of the home has been replaced, and the kitchen features new cabinets, countertops and a new refrigerator. The walls are covered with a fresh coat of paint and adorned with framed photos of the Lloyds and other décor to make the house feel more like a home. The backyard has new fencing and sod.

New couches and other furnishings are set up in the living room, and the bedrooms feature new beds. The boys’ room even has a bunk bed — Ethan called the top bunk.

“She has a brand-new bathroom as well, (and) new tile floors,” Conniff said. “It’s like a model home. ...

This is a gift to her.”

Kristine Blasko, Tricon’s director of property management for Florida, said Lloyd has been a Tricon resident for four years. She said their first priority after the fire was the Lloyd family’s safety.

“We were in immediate contact with Chelsie to make sure her and her children were safe — that was our main focus — and that she had somewhere to go,” Blasko said.

“She has family in the local area, so she was able to stay with them

“We’re so happy to be home. It’s just beautiful. It’s more than I ever expected, and I did not expect to come home to have everything done. …”

— Chelsie Lloyd

Below: Chelsie Lloyd shed tears of joy and held her son, Aiden, when she saw her rebuilt and refurbished home for the first time.

for a short period of time.”

Blasko added that this gift to the Lloyd family is just one example of how much Tricon values its residents.

“At Tricon, our residents are important to us,” she said. “We have a very strong culture in doing what is right. Every single year, we (have) a program where we’re going to do something for one of our residents, and it was perfect timing. It seemed like the right thing to do for Chelsie and her children.

“Our program is called ‘Tricon Thanks,’ and it’s about us thanking our residents,” Conniff said.

“We’re in this business because we care about people. … (For Tricon Thanks), we are picking one resident a year, and we’re thanking them in a way that’s special to them or in a way that they need to be helped. She’s our (Tricon Thanks) resident for this year.”

Tricon American Homes owns and operates about 17,000 singlefamily rental homes in 16 markets

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throughout the United States. It’s headquartered in Orange County, California.

With the house repaired, Lloyd said her and her sons can now look forward to comfortable nights at home.

“We’ve been extremely blessed,” Lloyd said. “It’s nice to actually get back in the house and have everything. … I don’t want to go anywhere. I just want to enjoy our house. That’s really what we’re looking forward to.”

TOWN OF OAKLAND NOTICE OF CHANGE OF FUTURE LAND USE FUTURE LAND USE MAP AMENDMENT PUBLIC HEARING

TOWN OF OAKLAND NOTICE OF CHANGE OF LAND USE ZONING MAP AMENDMENT PUBLIC HEARING The Town of Oakland will hold a public hearing to change the Zoning Map designation of the following property generally located east of the Florida Turnpike, south of State Road 50/West Colonial Drive and east of Orange Avenue (Parcel Identification Numbers (Addresses) 30-22-27-2392-00-010 (17920 W. Colonial Drive) and 30-22-27-4180-00-030 (17812 W. Colonial Drive):

The Town of Oakland will hold a public hearing to change the Future Land Use Plan Map designation of the following property generally located east of the Florida Turnpike, south of State Road 50/West Colonial Drive and east of Orange Avenue (Parcel Identification Numbers (Addresses) 30-22-27-2392-00-010 (17920 W. Colonial Drive) and 30-22-27-4180-00-030 (17812 W. Colonial Drive):

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ORDINANCE NO. 2018 - 13

An ordinance of the Town of Oakland, Florida providing for the rezoning of real property CONTAINING approximately 11.3 acres (PARCEL NUMBERS 30-22-27-2392-00-010, ADDRESS: 17920 W. Colonial Drive, AND 30-22-27-4180-00-030, ADDRESS: 17812 W. Colonial Drive); SAID PROPERTY BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY described in this Ordinance; from ORANGE COUNTY A-1, Agriculture, to TOWN OF OAKLAND PUD; PROVIDING FOR THE DESIGNATION OF SAID PROPERTY AS “uRBAN cORRIDOR” ON THE TOWN’S DESIGN DISTRICTS MAP; providing for the taking of implementing administrative actions; providing for the adoption of maps by reference; repealing all conflicting ordinances; providing for severability; providing for non-codification and providing for an effective date.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN OF OAKLAND, FLORIDA AMENDING THE TOWN OF OAKLAND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, AS PREVIOUSLY AMENDED; PROVIDING FOR AMENDMENT OF THE FUTURE LAND USE MAP OF THE FUTURE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE TOWN OF OAKLAND COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATIVE TO CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 11.3 ACRES (PARCEL NUMBERS 30-22-27-2392-00-010, ADDRESS: 17920 W. COLONIAL DRIVE, AND 30-22-27-4180-00-030, ADDRESS: 17812 W. COLONIAL DRIVE); SAID PROPERTY BEING MORE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED IN THIS ORDINANCE FROM RURAL/AGRICULTURE (ORANGE COUNTY) TO MIXED USE ACTIVITY CENTER (TOWN OF OAKLAND); PROVIDING FOR LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS AND INTENT; PROVIDING FOR ASSIGNMENT OF THE LAND USE DESIGNATION FOR THE PROPERTY; PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF MAPS BY REFERENCE; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR RATIFICATION OF PRIOR ACTS OF THE TOWN; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS AND SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CODIFICATION AND DIRECTIONS TO THE CODE CODIFIER; AND PROVIDING FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE STATUTORY EXPEDITED STATE REVIEW PROCESS AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

Location Map Public hearings will be held on the request as follows:

Location Map Public hearings will be held on the request as follows:

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The time and/or location of public hearings are subject to change. Changes are announced at the initial scheduled hearing.

Notice of any changes will not be published or mailed.

Any person needing special accommodations to attend a public hearing must contact Kimberly Gay, MMC, Town Clerk, at 407-656-1117 x2104, at least 24 hours before the meeting.

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Tuesday, November 13, 2018 OAKLAND AVENUE CHARTER SCHOOL 456 East Oakland Avenue, Oakland, Fl 7:00 P.M.

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Any person needing special accommodations to attend a public hearing must contact Kimberly Gay, MMC, Town Clerk, at 407-6561117 x2104, at least 24 hours before the meeting.

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Orange County Public Schools invests $75 million in renovations The district’s 2018-19 renovation projects include 16 in West Orange schools.

GABBY BAQUERO NEWS EDITOR

Several Orange County public schools soon will be getting some fresh paint and system upgrades.

According to Lauren Roth, Orange County Public Schools senior manager of facilities communications, most of the renovation projects are anticipated to take place in 2019.

Every school year, the district sets aside some funds specifically for the replacement and renovation of existing schools and construction of new relief schools.

“Capital renewal is the district’s retirement fund for existing schools,” Roth said. “It puts money aside to replace systems like air conditioning, roofing, fire alarm and intercom as they wear out.”

This year, the district’s $1.86 billion capital program allocated about $75 million for capital renewal projects, and about 16 existing schools in the West Orange area were selected for upgrades.

The schools in District 4 include Bay Meadows Elementary, Chain of Lakes Middle, Frangus Elementary, Gotha Middle, Hunter’s Creek Middle, Southwest Middle, Thornebrooke Elementary, Whispering Oak Elementary, Dr. Phillips High and Olympia High.

The District 7 schools in the West Orange area chosen for renovation or replacement include Citrus Elementary, Dillard Street

Elementary, Lakeview Middle, Lakeville Elementary, Maxey Elementary and Ocoee Middle.

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n A campus-wide capital renewal project addressing heating, ventilation and air conditioning at Citrus Elementary just concluded in August, but additional work replacing the wall, window and roof sealants, gutters and downspouts, and the intercom system will be complete by summer 2019.

gym will get a new floor, scoreboards and sound system. The gym project will be completed in April. The campus intercom and fire alarm systems will be replaced in 2019.

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n Chain of Lakes Middle is getting heating, ventilation and airconditioning system improvements this year.

n New security fencing is being installed at Dillard Street Elementary and Lakeview Middle.

n Dr. Phillips High is getting upgrades to the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system in buildings 18, 19 and 22 of its north campus.

n Maxey Elementary was rebuilt on a new site and opened for the 2018-19 school year. The project includes the construction of a replacement campus including classrooms, administration, cafetorium and a media center. The school also has the latest classroom technology, new play areas, and new bus and car loops.

n Frangus Elementary has been completely replaced and opened to students for the 2018-19 school year. The new campus includes classrooms, administration, a cafetorium and media center. The school will also have the latest classroom technology, updated play areas and new bus and car loops.

n Ocoee Middle School’s gym is being refreshed with a roof replacement, wall repairs, new windows, gutters and downspouts and replacements of damaged and deteriorated doors.

The heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, building automation system, water heater and water cooler and lighting will be upgraded or replaced, and the

n Gotha Middle will be provided with improvements to its heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, upgraded interior and exterior lighting, replacement of the emergency generator, new sealants around windows and doors and a new fire-alarm system.

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n A campus-wide capital renewal project will begin this fall at Olympia High. The project will include improvements to the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, new fire alarm, intercom and security camera systems and a new sound system for the gym. Roofing improvements will also be made and building joints will be resealed.

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n Southwest Middle is in design for a comprehensive renovation of buildings one through nine, which is set to be completed in 2020.

The project includes new fencing, resurfacing of parking lots, refurbishment of athletic amenities, a partial remodel of the front office, refurbishment of restrooms and improvements to the outdoordining area. n Thornebrooke Elementary is currently getting new security fencing and, in 2020, will begin a project that will replace some heating, ventilation and air-conditioning components, provide a new emergency generator and replace the intercom and intrusion detection systems. n Whispering Oak Elementary will be getting new security fencing. n Bay Meadows Elementary recently had a new lighted marquee installed, which assists the school with sharing announcements and school information.

OCT. 3

3300 block of Daniels Road. Petit theft. At about 11:32 p.m., Winter Garden police were informed of a retail theft that occurred on multiple dates in September by a store employee. According to an arrest report, the employee stole from the retailer on Sept. 11, 18, 19, 24, and 25. The employee allegedly stole an air filter, shoes, socks, a Bluetooth speaker, Bounty paper towels and bleach.

Surveillance footage of the thefts was submitted as evidence to the police department, and the suspect was arrested.

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300 block of West Silver Star Road. Traffic violation. At about 9:30 p.m., an Ocoee law-enforcement officer pulled over a vehicle with no tag lights.

The driver apologized and said the license plate on the vehicle actually belonged to another vehicle. He placed it on the current vehicle so he could drive. A check on the plate confirmed the driver’s story. However, it was also discovered the plate had expired in early September and the driver’s license had expired November 2017. The driver was charged with driving with knowledge of a suspended license and attaching a tag not assigned to a vehicle.

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FROM THE WINTER GARDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION

THROWBACK THURSDAY NOV. 7, 1952 Many West Orange County residents travel A.D. Mims Road, the east-west route in north Ocoee. Did you know that Archie Duncan Mims was actually a resident of the city? He also lived in Winter Garden for a time.

He once owned Mims & Reeves Barber Shop on South Main Street in Winter Garden.

Mims served as an Ocoee city commissioner and an Orange County commissioner.

85 years ago

Classes at Lakeview High School have elected their officers. Class presidents are Dan McKinnon, seniors; Cecil Boston, juniors; Ward Britt, sophomores; Gene Cappleman, freshmen; Billy Middlebrooks, eighth grade; and Francis Borgard, seventh grade.

80 years ago

Pine Tree Inn, the resort hotel of Windermere, burned to the ground. The fire was of unknown origin.

45 years ago

The cheerleading squad for the Windermere Lakers Pop Warner football team has cheered the boys to a winning season. Members are Susan Strube, Kathy Rife, Debbie Beebe, Jennifer Roper, De Crooker, Kim Brown, Lee Winters, Mary O’Neal, Lisa Dake, captain Susy Dorman, cocaptain Judy Pratt and mascot Courtney Brown.

40 years ago

At a special pre-game ceremony, the West Orange High School football stadium and school beautification program were dedicated in memory of

FROM THE ARCHIVES A dining car from the Florida Central Railroad was on display at the Central Florida Railroad Museum in November 2000. The museum attracts visitors from all over the world to view its collection of artifacts, timetables, a world-class collection of railroad china and more. An open house beginning at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, will offer tours to the public of the museum’s newly expanded meeting and exhibit spaces.

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

Raymond Screws, who served as principal in 1976-77.

The El Prado Family Inn in Ocoee was the location chosen for a visit to the Orlando area by our first lady, Rosalynn Carter. About 500 people were on hand to welcome Carter, who was here to campaign for David Best, candidate for the

Fifth District Congressional seat. Linda Wells, of Windermere, served as master of ceremonies at the event.

25 years ago

The newly formed West Orange Committee of 101 held its first membership dinner with

Dick Nunis as guest speaker.

Elected to serve on the board of directors are Bill Amidon, Jerry Baker, George Bailey, Bob Barber, Walt Cobb, Tom Garrison, Suzi Karr, Dan Petro and Lynn Wright. This is a support group for West Orange.

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The SoBo Gallery and Art Center is celebrating its five-year anniversary and exhibition opening, featuring its latest exhibit, “Artists on Fire — Rekindled.”

ERIC GUTIERREZ STAFF WRITER

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hen the Winter Garden Art Association launched the SoBo Gallery and Art Center, members of the association didn’t know what to expect from the local artist community. When the gallery first opened, it barely received enough art submissions to fill up the walls for the its first show.

“When we first started, we were so nervous about what art we got,” said Mary Keating, coordinator of exhibitions at the SoBo Gallery, a founding member of the

Painter Susan Grogan painted this Phoenix head, called “On Fire,” in honor of the SoBo Gallery and Art Center’s five-year anniversary.

Winter Garden Art Association and the vice chair of the Art Association Board of Directors. “There were 30 to 50 entries (for the first show) … and we can put about 60 to 70 pieces in (the gallery).”

Five years later, the gallery has the opposite problem.

“Now we’re getting, consistently, 175 to 230 submittals every month,” Keating said. “We are more selective, however, it isn’t always your typical, beautiful fine art that always gets in. It depends on the theme (for the month). …

It breaks my heart to actually turn down (submissions), because I don’t want to be discouraging, but we turn down really fine pieces all the time.”

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Painter Susan Grogan painted this Phoenix Head, called “Phoenix Rising,” to help promote the SoBo Gallery and Art Center’s five-year anniversary.

“The relevance of the phoenix is that, every so often, the phoenix will … decide to (change). So he puts himself out in the sun and lights himself on fire, and he comes out alive and in a new manner.”

— Mary Keating, coordinator of exhibitions at the SoBo Gallery

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IF YOU GO “ARTISTS ON FIRE — REKINDLED” WHEN: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8 WHERE: SoBo Gallery and Art Center, 127 S. Boyd St., Winter Garden WEBSITE: wgart.org

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Highball & Harvest’s Homestead Harvest 2018

A PLACE FOR ART

The Artists on Fire — Rekindled exhibition will feature 2D- and 3D-artwork. The only requirement for artists’ submissions is each piece must include “a touch of red,” Keating said.

“It will be a variety of subject matters and mediums,” Keating said. “All our symbols of fire (in the exhibit) is all about the passion of the art and the creativity of the soul.”

Keating added the anniversary exhibition also will double as the SoBo Gallery’s monthly exhibition opening event, which typically falls on the first Thursday of the month. Because of the gallery’s five-year anniversary’s falling on the second week of the monthly — and because the first Thursday in November follows Halloween — the Art Association Board chose to have the anniversary exhibition event also serve as the monthly opening event.

Since its inception, SoBo (Full name) has become much more than a place to display or view art.

With regular art classes, events and outreach programs, SoBo also has become a gathering hub for artists, art lovers and other members of the community.

Chefs Derek Perez and David Stevens, of Luke’s Kitchen & Bar Left: Chefs from Norman’s Restaurant kept the food coming.

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embers of Florida’s culinary community had their finest foods on display for the second annual Homestead Harvest fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 26. The event, hosted by Highball & Harvest and held at the Grand Lakes Orlando’s Whisper Creek Farm, had more than a dozen chefs from a number of Florida restaurant’s and eateries serving up a variety of delicious cuisines to hungry guests. The night benefited Fleet Farming and Frog Song Organics, two organizations that support community farming and sustainable food-production systems.

James Brocato, and Jenny and Jason Wilder

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The gallery’s first show was called “Artists on Fire,” and was held Nov. 7, 2013. The theme of that first show paid homage to the history of the building the SoBo Gallery calls home — it used to be a fire station for the city of Winter Garden. This year’s anniversary theme, “Artists on Fire — Rekindled,” was chosen in honor of the first show, Keating said.

“It being a firehouse, we said, ‘Oh, we’ll just call it Artists on Fire, because we’re all excited,’” Keating said of the first show.

After deciding on the anniversary theme, the Art Association Board chose the symbolize the anniversary theme in the form of a phoenix. They asked painter Susan Grogan — who works with watercolors and alcohol ink — to paint a phoenix. Grogan’s painting, called “Phoenix Rising,” has been used to help promote the anniversary and is the featured art piece of the event. She also painted an up-close portrait of a phoenix, called “On Fire,” which also will be featured at the exhibition.

“The relevance of the phoenix is that, every so often, the phoenix will … decide to (change),” Keating said. “So he puts himself out in the sun and lights himself on fire, and he comes out alive and in a new manner. (This symbol) is very fitting for us, because we’ve been at this baby stage for five years, which we’ve been organically growing and we hope to continue to organically grow, but we’re at this stage that we have to get to the next level.”

Grogan has been exhibiting her work with the SoBo Gallery for about three years. She said her phoenix paintings are painted with alcohol ink, which is similar to watercolors but instead of

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“It’s a little more abstract than a painting in watercolor,” Grogan said. “It will adhere to slick surfaces, so I painted (the phoenixes) on a paper called yupo … (which) is a plastic paper. The ink sits on the top of it so it’s very vibrant. It doesn’t soak into the fibers and it dries very quickly.”

Grogan added that most painters who work with alcohol ink paint abstract pieces, but she uses it to paint non-abstract images.

“A lot of people have painted in abstracts with that, and let it blend together and I thought, ‘Well, why can’t I paint an image with it?’” Grogan said. “When Mary (Keating) asked me to paint a phoenix for the show … I thought it would lend itself very nicely to the alcohol ink.”

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The Rotary Club of Winter Garden came dressed as the Griswalds.

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Charlie Roper and Becky Roper received a plaque for their sponsorship of WOHFH’s Green Oaks Row affordable-housing community from Alberto Herran and Marilyn Hattaway.

Orange County Commissioner Betsy VanderLey, one of the table judges, donned her judicial robes.

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Guests bid on lavish items in the silent auction during the cocktail hour before heading into the ballroom for dinner and a Fund a Cure segment.

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Pastors Walter and Teresa Price of Overflow Worship Center partnered with the school to host the event.

Samuel Sanchez had fun playing ring toss.

Iyana Louis, left, and Makenzey Strain made a splash at one of the game booths.

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Kerry Czarnowsky painted a ghost on Madeline Jylha’s cheek.

Left: Zen, left, and Zara Sotomayor ain’t afraid of no ghosts.

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Isabella Powell, 7 , and Lillian Stokes, 7, chowed down on some cotton candy before continuing their fun.

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Noah and Adam Tilton displayed a typical camp setup at the American Mountain Men exhibit. The organization stages re-enactments of pre-1840s Rockies.

Left: The Territo siblings show their talent on the festival stage.

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he town of Oakland and the Oakland Nature Preserve stepped into the town’s history Saturday, Oct. 20, during the 21st annual Oakland Heritage and Wildlife Festival. The benefit for the nature preserve was held at Speer Park and included displays by the American Mountain Men and typical blacksmith and Native-American tents.

There were musical performances, history lessons, vendor booths selling everything from Christmas ornaments to Boy Scout popcorn and the chance to win some great items in the silent auction.

Kenneth Wood holds his position at a Native-American camp.

Jonathan Lewis had a staring contest with a visiting llama from Serenity Hills Llama Ranch.

Scouts in Troop 978, Oakland — Dylan Zimmerman, left, Tristan Milliken and Aubree File — operated the popcorn booth and sold fundraising treats.

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DORRIS CARLISLE JOHNSON DIED WEDNESDAY, OCT. 24, 2018.

Gregory Lee Winters, 84, of Windermere, beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed away Friday, Oct. 26, 2018.

Dr. Winters was born to Ruth Lazauskas and James Lee Winters on Oct. 4, 1934, in Baltimore, Maryland. Upon graduation from high school, he attended the pre-veterinary program at the University of Maryland.

In 1955, he entered the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia. After graduation, he joined the United States Air Force and served as base veterinarian at MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida.

In September 1961, he opened the Pine Hills Veterinary Clinic in Orlando, Florida. In 1986, he built the Animal Clinic of Windermere. He retired in July 2000.

Dr. Winters was an avid tennis player until he became ill.

In his younger years he loved water-skiing and scuba diving.

He made many scuba trips to Central America, Mexico and the Keys. He and his wife, Cherry, of 61 years, loved to travel. They visited most of the United States and much of Europe and South America. Their most treasured memories were of their three trips to Africa.

Dr. Winters was a member of Kappa Alpha Order. He was a past president of the Central Florida Veterinary Medical Association, and he was also a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Dr. Winters is predeceased by his son, James Gregory Winters.

He is survived by his wife, Cherry; his daughters, Lee Anne Kline, of Windermere, and Elizabeth Paige Winters, of Daytona Beach; his grandchildren, Krista Marie, Daniel Christian and Victoria Lee, of Windermere; and his brother, James Dudley Winters and his wife, Caroline, of Baltimore, Maryland.

A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3, at Woodlawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home.

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Dorris and Wilbur, who were unapologetically inseparable, were never ones to sit still — they were passionate about travel, collecting their ‘collectibles,’ bluegrass music festivals and friends. Always her own person, Dorris exuded grace and kindness to others, which was her way of showing she was a woman of quiet, dignified faith.

She retired in the mid 1980s after a 40-year career with Florida Power Corporation.

Dorris is predeceased by her husband, Wilbur, and her parents.

She is survived by her sister,

Ruby Jean Vandergrift (George Henry “Frog”); her sistersin-law, Helen Crittenden and Patricia Johnson; niece, Judy Nicholson; nephews, Earl Crittenden Jr. and Brian Crittenden; and great-nephew, Darren Crittenden; and great-niece, Devan Crittenden.

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Wednesday, Oct. 31, at Temple Free Will Baptist Church, 1208 E. Story Road, Winter Garden, Florida.

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It is with great sadness that the family of Donald Sidney “Don” Taylor announces his passing Oct. 25, 2018, following a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. A New Year’s baby born in 1931, Don was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Nellie Taylor.

Don leaves behind his wife of 67 years, Caroline Crowell Taylor; four siblings, Anne Lance, Edward Taylor, Peggy Pressley and Barbara Welch; four sons, Sid, Matt (Lori), Jim and Ben (Joe); six grandchildren, Genna Lute, Clay Taylor, Emily Best, Sarah Taylor, Alex Taylor and Preston Taylor; one greatgranddaughter, Caroline Best; and countless friends.

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Don was active in both his church (Ocoee United Methodist Church) and his community, especially the Gotha Chamber of Commerce, where he was often referred to as the Mayor of Gotha.

Don served for four years as a trustee on the Board of Directors of West Orange Memorial Hospital (now Health Central Hospital) in the late 1970s. In 2003, Don and Caroline retired to the small town of Cruso, North Carolina, their home state, where he continued to serve others through the Cruso United Methodist Church and

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In West Orange’s second-place finish in the Class 4A, District boys swim meet, Michael Morrissey had a dynamite day as he took home wins in the 50 free (22.06) and the 100 free (48.65).

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Regan Washington added 15 assists, as well.

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At the Class 4A, District 3 meet at Winter Park, the West Orange girls swim team finished in a solid second place — just behind Winter Park. The Warriors took home wins in the 200 medley relay (1:49.92), 50-free (Elizabeth Cottle, 24.50), 100 free (Michelle Cottle, 53.13), 200 free relay (1:41.47) and 100 breast (Grace Khunduang, 1:08.04).

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Foundation Academy linemen Andrew Johns and Warren Sapp II have forged a bond both on and off the field.

The tie that binds friends and Foundation Academy defensive linemen Warren Sapp II and Andrew Johns goes beyond the football field.

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very Friday night, Warren Sapp II and Andrew Johns put on their battle gear and take to the field together.

Down in the trenches, they fight side-by-side in the mud and sweat — forcing pressure on both ends of the line until finally breaking through no-man’s land

and rampaging on to the other side.

Between the two, they have terrorized quarterbacks game in and game out — to the point at which opposing teams go into games knowing their names.

It’s there, on that frontline, where the bond between Sapp and Johns was molded and formed into something more.

“On the field, we are always

competing; you can see it in the stats — we’re always neck and neck,” Johns said. “But it’s a healthy competition — it betters our team. When we get on that field and we start making plays, it almost turns into a joke, (because) we’re having so much fun. It’s hard to explain the connection that we have.”

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TROY HERRING SPORTS EDITOR

If you’re thumbing through the sports section right now, you may have noticed a different name in the byline — my name, as a matter of fact.

Although my name may appear rather alien, I’ve actually helped cover numerous sporting events for the West Orange Times & Observer since I first moved to Central Florida last year.

Remember Dr. Phillips’ state title game at the end of last

year? Yep, I was on the sidelines covering that. Shoot, I even won first place for the online photo gallery from that game by the Florida Press Association.

I know that probably doesn’t help you at all, so let’s sit down for some story time.

Like I said, I moved down to the area in June 2017 from my home in North Carolina to take an associate editor job at the Winter Park/Maitland Observer — a sister paper to the West

Orange Times & Observer. Until a week or so ago I did just about everything you can ask a journalist to do — write, photograph, edit and cover events ranging in subject matter.

But the one thing I enjoyed the most about my job was covering sports — it became my beat.

Although I worked on different topics, I became the go-to guy to shoot and write sports, because I had years of total immersion into the field that I’ve

been obsessed with since I was a kid. It also helped that I had the photo equipment required to battle the generally terrible lighting at high-school sporting events.

So when the sports editor position opened here, I jumped at the opportunity. Working on and overseeing my own sports section has been something that I’ve been aiming for a long while SEE NEW PAGE 24

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Joshua Virgil He’s only 16, but CFCA offensive lineman Joshua Virgil has a lot to be proud of in his game. Virgil recently was named a second-team offensive lineman by the Florida Athletic Coaches Association’s All-District 11 in classes 1A through 4A. He also has offers to play for both Harvard and Yale universities.

How long have you been playing football, and how did you become interested in it?

This is my fifth year playing football, and originally, I didn’t know much about football until my friends asked me to play. Then the more I played it, the more I loved it.

What have been some of the highlights for you this season?

Some of the highlights for me are, offensively, us working together to score a touchdown.

The offensive line, we’ve got one of the best offensive lineman in the district, and he pretty much leads the team to the end zone. It’s just great to see how much our work is appreciated.

Has there been a game this season that has stood out to you?

I would probably have to say last week’s game (against Bradenton Christian), because I gave a lot more effort than I ever did. I wanted to win this game for my seniors. Unfortunately we didn’t, but I just wanted to give it all for my seniors. Last week was our last home game, so I wanted to give it all.

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Warren Sapp II and Andrew Johns have made a name for themselves terrorizing quarterbacks.

What have you been working on this season?

I’ve been working my technique, but personally, I’ve been working (with newer players), and even if a player’s not that good, just seeing them play with all their effort and helping them to be better.

Has there been anyone who has really motivated and pushed you in the sport?

My mom, of course, but also there’s been coaches all around. Coach Lo Wood and coach Aaron Jones have trained me and helped push me further past my limits, Coach Campbell and his staff obviously, and the players.

My senior lineman — Elisha Sanchez — he’s been a big motivation to me to do better.

Who is your NCAA team, and what’s your perspective on its season thus far?

The Georgia Bulldogs. So far, they’re doing great, they’re 7-1 I think. They just won the game against Florida. One thing I really like about them is the offensive line. They’ve got one of the best offensive lines in the nation, and I really like them.

You got offers from Harvard and Yale. Tell me about how it feels to receive offers like that.

It feels great, because this is a very small school, and Harvard and Yale are Ivy League schools, and they’re still looking at this small school.

— DANIELLE HENDRIX

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That constant competition has fueled a stats war that has raged all season between the two senior captains, who are among two of the best defensive linemen in the state.

On one end, you have the 6-foot-1, 210-pound Sapp, who, after racking up two sacks in a 61-41 win over West Oaks Academy, now holds a statebest 19 sacks on the season. On the other side you have Johns’ 6-foot, 200-pound frame with a team second-best 17 sacks (two of which he picked up last week).

If you take a peek at the rest of each player’s stat line, you’ll see an incredible amount of similarities.

Throughout the Lions’ nine games, Sapp has picked up 83

total tackles (54 solo), while Johns has amassed 75 total tackles (43 solo). The pair has caused four of the team’s 11 forced fumbles (one for Sapp and three for Johns).

Stats of that magnitude don’t appear overnight — they’re the product of hard work and years of competition between the two that started back in 2016, when Sapp first joined on at Foundation as a sophomore.

“When I came to Foundation the first year, it was a thrilling ride for me, and I met Andrew,” Sapp said. “I tried to beat him in board drills all the time — those were the fun days.”

Although Sapp, the son of NFL Hall-of-Famer Warren Sapp, wasn’t that big of a fan of the sport when he first tried out, these last few years have proven to be bit more enjoyable.

“When I got older and started

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now — it’s what first got me started in the field of journalism almost 14 years ago.

Growing up in a small town like Mount Olive, North Carolina — which sits about halfway between Raleigh and Wilmington — sports were one of the few things that kept me entertained.

Now don’t get me wrong, I have several passions — I’m a huge fan of good music, comics and general nerdiness (I will talk you to death about Star Trek and Star Wars) — but fewer things have had an

impact on me quite like sports.

Some of my best and most vivid memories as a kid and as an adult have been around sports in some way or another.

Although I’m a raging fan of a baseball team that just finished one of the worst seasons in MLB history (Baltimore Orioles), I fondly remember crawling into my dad’s lap as a kid and watching the Atlanta Braves every summer night throughout the 1990s.

Then there were the times come March Madness, when teachers would roll a big-box television on a cart into the room so we could all watch the

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Although some players stick to just working together on the field, Sapp and Johns have taken their friendship off the gridiron.

When they are not out practicing or watching game film, the friends spend time hanging out at each other’s homes or grabbing food. Anything they can do together, they do.

“Off the field — oh goodness — we can’t be in the same classroom without making jokes,” Johns said with a laugh. “We have so many inside jokes. All we have to do is look at each other, and we know what we’re thinking.

And I think that’s what helps us … off-the-field bonding and connection and that contributes to our success, too.”

“The relationship we have, you cant really explain it — it’s really heart-to-heart,” Sapp said. “I’m proud to call Johns my brother.”

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getting used to it, I started to have more fun,” Sapp said. “It started really getting fun my sophomore year being there with my brothers and all the coaches.”

Unlike Sapp, Johns has been at Foundation for quite a while now — it’s where he got his very first taste of football.

As a kid, Johns competed on the school’s flag football team in fourth grade before making his way to tackle football in middle school. And those early days were not cakewalks, Johns said.

“Then comes the end of my seventh- and eighth-grade year, we would move up and help the varsity team practice,” Johns said. “So you’re going up against what seems to you as huge players, and you’re just getting pile-driven each play.”

ACC Tournament. For us good ol’ North Carolina folks, this was a rite of passage that still continues to this day.

Those early days helped ignite a flame that has since helped me build quite a portfolio and life for myself.

As a journalist, I’ve covered just about every sport imaginable — from middle-school football to the NFL to the Division II College World Series — and I have gotten the chance to walk the sidelines of numerous fields and courts from North Carolina to Alabama.

Speaking of Alabama, this is my chance to throw in the fact that I’m a Bama alum (MA ’16), and a raging fanatic of all things Crimson Tide — so, Roll dang Tide. Now I know what you’re thinking, “Oh, it must be nice to be a fan of a team that wins all the time.” 1.) Yes it is, and 2.) All of my other teams (NC State, the Orioles and the Washington Redskins) have provided me with enough soul-shattering blows to keep me level-headed.

But general sports ramblings aside, what you should take away from this column is one simple thing: I love sports.

As the new sports editor at the West Orange Times & Observer, my plan is to continue the work of my friend Steven Ryzewski — who built an award-winning sports section here — and offer the community stories of which they can be proud.

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OCOEE (5-4, 4-2) AT WEST ORANGE (6-3, 2-1) Once again, The Shield is up for grabs in one of the biggest rivalries in the area as Ocoee travels down the road to take on West Orange Friday. But this year’s game means a little bit more for both teams — each looks to grab a spot in the postseason. As of now, the Warriors are holding on for dear life as they sit in the eighth and final playoff spot, but a win for the Warriors should lock up an at-large bid. Meanwhile, the Knights look to avenge last year’s loss to the Warriors, while also hoping for some outside help that could boost them past three other teams and into the playoffs. The Knights’ will need another big game from quarterback Nick Wright — who last week accounted for four touchdowns — if they want to bring home The Shield.

CFCA (4-6, 0-0) AT SANTA FE CATHOLIC (2-7, 1-3) Although CFCA has had a tough go of it recently — falling in back-to-back games by a margin of 90-34 — the Eagles still have a chance to end their season on a positive note in a winnable matchup against Santa Fe Catholic. The Hawks are 2-7 on the season and currently are hurdling through a four-game losing streak. Through their nine games, the Hawks have given up almost 24 points per game while only scoring a little more than 10 per game. This will give the Eagles’ offense — who have averaged about 25 points per game — a chance to close out the season in a positive way.

LEGACY CHARTER (7-2, 4-0) VS. CANTERBURY (6-3, 2-0) Both Legacy and Canterbury come into Friday’s game on fire as the Eagles and Cougars both ride four-game winning streaks. In last week’s playoff win against First Academy — the first postseason win for the Eagles — junior quarterback Jacob Worley tossed the rock for 118 yards and three touchdowns on 7-for-19 passing. This week, the Eagles will need that same kind of explosive output as they look to take advantage of a Cougars’ defense that has been rather porous — allowing almost 25 points per game.

The real battle to keep an eye on is the Eagles’ defense versus the Cougars’ offense.

This season the Eagles have been stingy against opposing offenses — having only given up around 12.5 points per game.

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ith the end of the regular season fast approaching, Ocoee went into the Oct. 25 game with Lake Minneola knowing they needed the win if they wanted any shot at a playoff spot.

Thanks to an offensive outburst from quarterback Nick Wright and a defense that found its footing in the second half, the Knights (5-4, 4-2 in Class 7A, District 4) managed to keep their playoff hopes alive in a 26-14 win over the Hawks (4-5, 2-4) on senior night.

But the scoreline doesn’t do the game justice on how truly close it felt — especially early.

“We were dead and we were flat, and I mean, they’re a good team now — athletic and big,” said head coach Aaron Sheppard. “We just had to do what we had to do, and get ourselves together and get the bye week dust off. It’s tough especially when it’s late — week eight is a tough time to have a bye week.”

Despite an early 1-yard touchdown run on a QB sneak from Wright at the 7:14 mark, the rust of a late-season BYE showed as the Knights struggled to put much together on offense outside of their two scoring drives in the first half.

Wright finished the night with 94 yards and four rushing touchdowns on 23 carries.

He went 8-for-16 for 70 yards through the air.

The offense also had help from the Knights’ special teams play, which set up both firsthalf scoring drives.

A 32-yard punt return from Lovie Jenkins helped set up Wright’s first touchdown, while a Hawks’ onside kick that careened out of bounds at the Ocoee 42 helped lead the Knights to their second score — which came off of a 5-yard run

by Wright.

Thanks to a few failed twopoint conversions, the Knights went into the locker room down 14-12 and in need of making some changes.

“We just had to go in and fix ourselves — we had to get our mojo back,” Sheppard said. “We did pretty (well), but the adjustments (came) from just talking and seeing what they (Lake Minneola) were doing.”

Whatever Sheppard and his boys talked about at the half clearly worked; the Knights came out of the gates and overwhelmed the Hawks.

A defense that had given up some big chunk plays in the first

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OTHER WEEK 10 SCORES n Legacy Charter 33, First Academy 6 n CFCA 26, Bradenton Christian 43 n Foundation Academy 61, West Oaks Academy 33 n BYE — West Orange (6-3, 2-1) Dexter Rentz Jr. ran over a defender as he made his way downfield.

half was playing as if its hair was on fire, and the Knights’ offense started clicking.

On the first drive for the visiting side, Markel Howard tore through the line on fourth down to kill the Hawks’ first drive of the half, before the Knights went right downfield themselves to take a 20-14 lead after an 8-yard touchdown by Wright.

Another defensive stop coupled with another Wright touchdown in the fourth quarter sealed the 26-14 win — keeping the Knights’ postseason hopes alive.

The Knights sit just 1.63 points from that eighth and final playoff spot in the 7A power rankings — although the Knights will need Lady Luck to help move past Bartram Trail, First Coast and Chiles.

Although there are some things out of their control, the Knights have one more regular-

season game — one that matters just a little more: the Battle for the Shield.

With a win over rival West Orange (6-3, 2-1), the Knights not only would give themselves a better chance at postseason play but also would grab bragging rights.

“That’s a tough team — we have to do what we have to do to win,” Sheppard said. “I’m sure they’re going in with expectations to win, and so are we.

We’ll be OK.” LEGACY THROTTLES TFA-LEESBURG 33-6

In their first playoff game in school history, the Legacy Eagles beat The First Academy Eagles 33-6.

“I’m happy they played four quarters of football,” Legacy head coach Trent Hopper said of his team’s performance.

“Effort was good all the way through. They really worked

hard tonight.”

Up 6-0 with under a minute left in the first half, Quinten Corter intercepted a pass and ran it back to The First Academy’s 13-yard line. On the following third down, Jacob Worley threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to Elijah Post to extend Legacy’s lead to 12-0.

“It was 6-0 up to that point, so everything was still tight,” Hopper said.

“One mistake — one way or another — could’ve swayed the momentum of the game so (the interception) was huge,” he said of the impact of Corter’s interception. “It was probably the play of the night.”

Legacy capitalized on the momentum from the end of the first half — scoring on their two drives of the second half to go ahead 27-0 after the third quarter, before they went on to beat TFA for the second time this season. Legacy had beaten TFA 35-18 earlier in the season.

Worley led the offense with three passing touchdowns. Justin Lagasse and Drew Birko each had a rushing touchdown.

Defensively, Legacy had a shut out until early in the fourth quarter and forced three turnovers.

“Very proud,” Hopper said of his defense’s performance.

“Communication was great, they did their jobs on every play. I couldn’t be happier with them.”

Legacy hope to continue their playoff run when they face the Canterbury Cougars Friday, Nov. 2. The site of the game has yet to be determined.

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STARKE LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH PO Box 520, 611 W Ave, Ocoee Pastor Jeff Pritchard (407) 656-2351 www.starkelakebaptist.org

OCOEE CHURCH OF GOD Pastor Thomas Odom 1105 N. Lakewood Avenue, Ocoee 407-656-8011

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

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WINDERMERE UNION CHURCH 10710 Park Ridge-Gotha Rd. Windermere, FL 34786 407-876-2112 Worship times: 9:00am Adult Sunday School 10:00am Worship www.windermereunion.org

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NON-DENOMINATIONAL PURPOSE CHURCH ORLANDO 13640 W. Colonial Dr., Ste 110, Winter Garden 407-654-9661 • Prayer 9:30AM, Fellowship 9:45AM, Service 10:05AM

CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION 4950 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd. Orlando Sun.Serv 8:30am, 10:30am, 5:30pm.

407-876-3480 www.ascension-orlando.org

Let everyone submit to the governing authorities, since there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are instituted by God. So then, the one who resists the authority is opposing God’s command, and those who oppose it will bring judgment on themselves.

Romans 13:1-2

METHODIST

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 125 N. Lakeview Ave Winter Garden Service Times 9:00 AM and 11:15 AM Phone – 407-656-1135 Web: fumcwg.org

125 E. PLANT STREET • WINTER GARDEN

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The home at 16142 Johns Lake Overlook Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 19, for $985,000. Built in 2014, it has four bedrooms, four baths and 4,766 square feet. The price per square foot is $206.67.

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The home at 7851 Skiing Way, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 25, for $1.6 million. Built in 2003, it has six bedrooms, six-andone-half baths, a pool and 6,636 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $241.11.

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The townhouse at 15609 Orange Harvest Loop, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 22, for $281,000. Built in 2016, it has two bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths and 1,891 square feet. The price per square foot is $148.60.

HIGHLANDS AT SUMMERLAKE GROVES

The home at 15470 Murcott Blossom Blvd., Winter Garden, sold Oct. 22, for $335,000.

Built in 2016, it has three bedrooms, two-and-one-half baths, a pool and 1,875 square feet. The price per square foot is $178.67.

INDEPENDENCE/ SIGNATURE LAKES

The home at 6231 Schoolhouse Pond Road, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 19, for $460,000.

Built in 2011, it has five bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 3,559 square feet.

The price per square foot is $129.25.

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This Isles of Lake Hancock home, at 7851 Skiing Way, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 25, for $1.6 million. This home is sited on Lake Hancock in the gated Isles of Lake Hancock water ski community.

The home at 15151 Evergreen Oak Loop, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 19, for $325,000. Built in 2015, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 2,936 square feet. The price per square foot is $110.69.

The home at 6569 Old Carriage Road, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 24, for $315,000 (REO/bank owned). Built in 2015, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 2,224 square feet. The price per square foot is $141.64.

The townhouse at 7002 Broomshedge Trail, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 19, for $234,000. Built in 2012, it has three bedrooms, two-

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The home at 14873 Winter Stay, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 21, for $497,725. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 3,505 square feet. The price per square foot is $142.

and-one-half baths and 1,472 square feet. The price per square foot is $158.97.

LAKES OF WINDERMERE

The home at 13011 Penshurst Lane, Windermere, sold Oct. 23, for $409,000. Built in 2007, it has five bedrooms, four baths and 3,637 square feet. The price per square foot is $112.46.

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ADDRESS PERMIT 1832 Donahue Drive New residential 1822 Donahue Drive New residential 1739 Passion Vine Lane New residential 1723 Passion Vine Lane New residential 1323 Garrett Gilliam Drive New residential 3090 Timber Hawk Circlecle New residential 1731 Passion Vine Lane New residential 10 E. Delaware St. New residential 3070 Timber Hawk Circlecle New residential 1747 Passion Vine Lane New residential

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The home at 9238 Cut Shot Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 23, for $339,475. Built in 2018, it has five bedrooms, three baths and 2,634 square feet. The price per square foot is $339,475.

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APPLICANT AMOUNT Michelle Blade $517,797 Michelle Bladek $451,940 Erin Arnold $331,028 Erin Arnold $331,028 Vicky Otero $331,028 Erin Arnold $315,115 Erin Arnold $236,830 Allen Gaskins $235,901 Erin Arnold $219,988 Erin Arnold $219,988

Park Way, Windermere, sold Oct. 24, for $171.66. Built in 2004, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,903 square feet. The price per square foot is $171.66.

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The home at 8143 Snowy Plover Ave., Winter Garden, sold Oct. 16, for $307,380. Built in 2018, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,758 square feet. The price per square foot is $174.85.

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The home at 1839 Orchard Park Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 24, for $315,000. Built in 2004, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 3,807 square feet. The price per square foot is $82.74.

n GOLDEN OAK. The home at 10242 Summer Meadow Way, Orlando, sold Oct. 24, for $6,989,000. Built in 2016, it has six bedrooms, seven baths, three half-baths, a pool and 9,254 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $755.24.

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The home at 2042 Donahue Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $291,065. Built in 2018, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,875 square feet. The price per square foot is $155.23.

n BAY POINT. The home at 9179 Bay Point Drive, Orlando, sold Oct. 24, for $2 million.

Built in 1993, it has five bedrooms, three baths, three halfbaths, a pool and 5,341 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $374.46.

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This Brookestone home, at 844 Patriots Point Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $418,070. It was the largest transaction in Ocoee from Oct. 19 to 26.

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The home at 10411 Atwater Bay Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 22, for $589,900. Built in 2017, it has five bedrooms, three-and-one-half baths and 3,911 square feet. The price per square foot is $150.83.

The home at 16106 Azure Key Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 23, for $370,181. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,113 square feet. The price per square foot is $175.19.

The home at 10254 Atwater Bay Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 23, for $348,142. Built in 2018, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,117 square feet. The price per square foot is $164.45.

The home at 16060 Bayou Crest Drive, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 19, for $287,355. Built in 2018, it has three bedrooms,

two baths and 1,689 square feet. The price per square foot is $170.13.

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The home at 2845 Red Alder Blvd., Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $285,732. Built in 2018, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,938 square feet. The price per square foot is $147.44.

BROOKESTONE

The home at 844 Patriots Point Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $418,070. Built in 2003, it has four bedrooms, four baths, a pool and 3,114 square feet. The price per square foot is $134.25.

CROSS CREEK

The home at 222 Bridge Creek Blvd., Ocoee, sold Oct. 18, for $278,000. Built in 1996, it has four bedrooms, two baths and 1,897 square feet. The price per square foot is $146.55.

FORESTBROOKE

The home at 3298 Fawnwood Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 18, for $307,000 (REO/bank owned).

Built in 2006, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,551 square feet. The price per square foot is $120.34.

LAKE OLYMPIC TOWNHOMES

The townhouse at 726 Olympic Circle, No. F1, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $165,000. Built in 1990, it has three bedrooms, two baths and 1,401 square feet. The price per square foot is $117.77.

MCCORMICK WOODS

The home at 3485 McCormick Woods Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $305,000. Built in 2010, it has four bedrooms, three baths and 2,456 square feet.

The price per square foot is $124.19.

The home at 1203 Montheath Circle, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $260,000. Built in 2000, it has three bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,760 square feet. The price per square foot is $147.73.

n ISLES OF LAKE HANCOCK. The home at 7851 Skiing Way, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 25, for $1.6 million. Built in 2003, it has six bedrooms, six-andone-half baths, a pool and 6,636 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $241.11.

SILVER GLEN

The home at 1239 Vickers Lake Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 24, for $289,000. Built in 1995, it has four bedrooms, two-and-onehalf baths, a pool and 2,643 square feet. The price per square foot is $109.35.

n SUMMERLAKE. The home at 7757 Summerlake Pointe Blvd., Winter Garden, sold Oct. 22, for $1.08 million. Built in 2013, it has four bedrooms, three baths, two half-baths, a pool and 5,174 square feet of living area. The price per square foot is $208.74.

SHOAL CREEK

The home at 540 Whiskey Creek Court, Ocoee, sold Oct. 18, for $296,000. Built in 1995, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 2,043 square feet. The price per square foot is $144.88.

n KEENE’S POINTE. The home at 11761 Vinci Drive, Windermere, sold Oct. 19, for $1,060,000. Built in 2012, it has five bedrooms, four-andone-half baths and 3,680 square feet of living area.

The price per square foot is $288.04.

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The townhouse at 2136 Velvet Leaf Drive, Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $236,000. Built in 2012, it has three bedrooms, twoand-one-half baths and 1,743 square feet. The price per square foot is $135.40.

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The home at 422 Emory Oak St., Ocoee, sold Oct. 19, for $379,000. Built in 1997, it has four bedrooms, three baths, a pool and 2,493 square feet. The price per square foot is $152.03.

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The home at 2393 Blake Way, Ocoee, sold Oct. 25, for $200,000. Built in 1994, it has four bedrooms, two baths, a pool and 1,827 square feet. The price per square foot is $109.47.

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TOWNHOMES OF WINTER GARDEN

The townhouse at 389 Douglas Way, No. 61, Winter Garden, sold Oct. 25, for $130,000. Built in 1987, it has two bedrooms, two baths and 930 square feet. The price per square foot is $139.78.

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Vacant land in Winter Garden $25,000

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Jo Barsh, Agent State Farm Agent 317 West Road Ocoee, FL 34761 Bus: 407-299-0301

**LOCATION** 2 Block walk or golf cart ride to downtown Winter Garden. Shops, dining, theatre, splash pad & events! Adorable downsize or starter home with newer roof, AC and attic insulation. Plantation shutters and termite bond. Remodeled kitchen and bathroom. Move right in! The $4,500 shed is prewired for electric in the peaceful, fenced backyard with mature trees. No HOA! Why pay $300k+ for a townhome in downtown WG when this sweet bungalow could be yours?

One thrid acre (100’ X 150’) on a build-able lot.

Zoned RNC-2. In city limits of Winter Garden.

City water and sewer available. Lot used to have a home on it, so save on impact fees.

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