News & Development
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Exciting Developments at Horizon West Regional Park: What’s Open & What’s Coming Next
Read More: Exciting Developments at Horizon West Regional Park: What’s Open & What’s Coming NextIf you haven’t visited Horizon West Regional Park lately, a lot has changed. What was once largely undeveloped land has officially entered a new chapter as one of Horizon West’s…
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I AM Children’s Museum Is Coming to Winter Garden: What It Means for Horizon West and West Orange Families
Read More: I AM Children’s Museum Is Coming to Winter Garden: What It Means for Horizon West and West Orange FamiliesI AM Children’s Museum is coming to Winter Garden, FL. Learn about the 8 Waves project, TDT funding progress and what the museum could mean for Horizon West and West…
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NEW OCPS E-Bike & E-Scooter Rules Parents Should Know About Before School Begins
Read More: NEW OCPS E-Bike & E-Scooter Rules Parents Should Know About Before School BeginsAs students across Horizon West prepare to head back to class, Orange County Public Schools has approved a new policy that changes who can bring electric bikes, scooters, and other…
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Luxury Athletic Club Project to Hit Horizon West
Read More: Luxury Athletic Club Project to Hit Horizon WestThe fast-growing community of Horizon West is on the verge of welcoming a new luxury health club, as Life Time, the prominent “athletic country club” brand, considers building a state-of-the-art…
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The Wait is Over: Dutch Bros Coffee Opens in Hamlin Town Center This Week!
Read More: The Wait is Over: Dutch Bros Coffee Opens in Hamlin Town Center This Week!Horizon West coffee lovers, set your alarms! The highly anticipated arrival of Dutch Bros Coffee in Winter Garden is officially here. Starting at 5:00 AM on Wednesday, June 17, the…
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Meet Stephanie Murphy: A Conversation About Orange County’s Future
Read More: Meet Stephanie Murphy: A Conversation About Orange County’s FutureStephanie Murphy is a former U.S. Congresswoman, businesswoman, and mother who has announced her candidacy for Orange County Mayor. In this interview, we sat down with Murphy to discuss her…
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Local Leadership: Horizon West Resident Clerk Russell Runs for Mayor
Read More: Local Leadership: Horizon West Resident Clerk Russell Runs for MayorOrange County Clerk of Courts Tiffany Moore Russell has officially entered the race for Orange County Mayor. The Horizon West resident says her campaign will focus on responsible growth, public…
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New Roundabout Approved for Seidel Road & Summerlake Park Blvd
Read More: New Roundabout Approved for Seidel Road & Summerlake Park BlvdBig changes are coming to one of Horizon West’s busiest intersections. Orange County has officially approved a $1.47 million construction project to build a new roundabout at Seidel Road and…
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TJ Maxx Now Open in Horizon West!
Read More: TJ Maxx Now Open in Horizon West!It’s official — TJ Maxx opened its doors this past weekend in the Town Center of Horizon West, and if you’ve driven by lately, you already know the excitement is…
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Meet Ovation Elementary Principal Patty Harrelson!
Read More: Meet Ovation Elementary Principal Patty Harrelson!There’s a lot of excitement building around Ovation Elementary, the new school set to open in Horizon West this August, and now the community has a chance to start getting…
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Fire Station 32 Officially Opens Its Doors in Horizon West!
Read More: Fire Station 32 Officially Opens Its Doors in Horizon West!Horizon West proudly celebrated the grand opening of Fire Station 32 — a state-of-the-art facility that marks an exciting new chapter in public safety for our growing community. County and…
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Businesses on the Horizon: What’s Coming to Horizon West
Read More: Businesses on the Horizon: What’s Coming to Horizon WestHorizon West continues to grow at an incredible pace, and residents have plenty to look forward to as new restaurants, cafés, fitness spaces, and community amenities take shape. Some of…
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Horizon West Regional Park Is Officially Open — Here’s Why Residents Are Already Loving It
Read More: Horizon West Regional Park Is Officially Open — Here’s Why Residents Are Already Loving ItHorizon West just got a major upgrade to its outdoor spaces. Horizon West Regional Park is now officially OPEN, and after visiting in person, it’s clear this park was designed…
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Bentonshire Park is Now Open!
Read More: Bentonshire Park is Now Open!Horizon West has a beautiful new space to gather, play, and unwind—Bentonshire Park is officially open. Located at 7327 Bentonshire Avenue, this thoughtfully designed park is Orange County’s 114th and…
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Horizon West’s Cohen Family to Bring 4 New Jeff’s Bagel Runs to CFL!
Read More: Horizon West’s Cohen Family to Bring 4 New Jeff’s Bagel Runs to CFL!The Cohen family of Horizon West, well-known for their ownership of multiple Huey Magoo’s locations across Central Florida, is set to expand their footprint in the region by opening four…
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The Redistricting Process: Implications for Horizon West
Read More: The Redistricting Process: Implications for Horizon WestAs the Redistricting Process unfolds in Orange County, Florida, community members are stepping up to voice their concerns about how these changes will affect their representation, particularly in rapidly growing…
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Orange County Head Start Guest Readers Month
Read More: Orange County Head Start Guest Readers MonthGuest Readers Month April marks the annual celebration of Guest Readers Month for Orange County Head Start, a cherished tradition that brings community members into classrooms to share the joy…
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Get Involved in Orange County’s Redistricting Process
Read More: Get Involved in Orange County’s Redistricting ProcessAttend the upcoming Community Meeting to ensure your voice is heard in Orange County’s redistricting process. DISTRICT 6 Meeting Date: Thursday, March 27th 2025 Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Location:…
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2025 Big Orange Award Winners
Read More: 2025 Big Orange Award WinnersThe West Orange Chamber of Commerce (WOCC) recently hosted its annual Big Orange Awards on February 22, 2025, at Disney’s Coronado Springs Convention Center. This prestigious event celebrates the outstanding…
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New Elementary School Plans for Southern Area of Horizon West on Hartzog Road
Read More: New Elementary School Plans for Southern Area of Horizon West on Hartzog RoadOn February 20, 2025, Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) hosted a 30% Design Community Meeting to discuss the development of a new elementary school, designated as Site 126-E-4. This meeting…
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Celebrating 200 Years of Orange County, Florida!
Read More: Celebrating 200 Years of Orange County, Florida!This December marked a monumental occasion for Orange County, Florida, as it celebrated its Bicentennial—200 years of rich history, growth, and transformation. Our team had the honor of attending the…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony: A New Era for Horizon West Library
Read More: Groundbreaking Ceremony: A New Era for Horizon West LibraryToday marked an exciting milestone for the residents of Horizon West—the groundbreaking ceremony for the brand new Orange County Library System (OCLS) Horizon West Library branch! This highly anticipated event…
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Exclusive Interview with Mayor Demings: A Vision for a Growing County!
Read More: Exclusive Interview with Mayor Demings: A Vision for a Growing County!We had the honor of sitting down for an exclusive interview with Mayor Jerry Demings, a man who has been at the forefront of shaping the future of Orange County,…
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Local Developer Submits Exciting Plans for Mixed-Use Hickory Nut Village Center
Read More: Local Developer Submits Exciting Plans for Mixed-Use Hickory Nut Village CenterPlans for a new development named Promenade at Horizon West have been submitted to Orange County by local owner/developer Avalon Properties, LTD. With the intention to create a walkable village…
