Local Business Spotlights
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The People Who Make a Community: Meet Carol
Read More: The People Who Make a Community: Meet CarolWhat makes a community feel like home? Sometimes, it’s as simple as walking into a local business and being greeted like you were just there yesterday. It’s recognizing familiar faces…
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FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center: More Than a Stop on the Way to Disney
Read More: FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center: More Than a Stop on the Way to DisneyThere was a time when FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center was mostly something Horizon West residents drove past on the way to Disney. Not anymore. Today, the open-air shopping and dining…
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Meet Jonathan Quiceno: The Marine Veteran Behind Bizzy Air
Read More: Meet Jonathan Quiceno: The Marine Veteran Behind Bizzy AirWhen you live in Central Florida, a reliable AC company isn’t just a nice thing to have, it’s essential. Jonathan Quiceno, Marine veteran and owner of Bizzy Air is building…
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Good People, Big Impact: Meet the Rotary Club of Horizon West
Read More: Good People, Big Impact: Meet the Rotary Club of Horizon WestFrom supporting local schools to lending a hand to neighbors in need, this group of community changemakers is proving that a little time, a lot of heart, and a shared…
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People Over Programs: Meet Adam Markowitz of Luminary Tax Advisors
Read More: People Over Programs: Meet Adam Markowitz of Luminary Tax AdvisorsTaxes may be about numbers, but for Adam Markowitz, they have always been about people. As the owner of Luminary Tax Advisors, Adam has built his Central Florida tax and…
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Serving Those Who Serve: Meet Joe Casalese with Covered by Christ
Read More: Serving Those Who Serve: Meet Joe Casalese with Covered by ChristWhat if the skills you use every day to make a living could also help a family who has spent their life serving others? That’s the heart behind Covered By…
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The Learning Experience Windermere: Where “Happy Happens Here” Is More Than a Tagline
Read More: The Learning Experience Windermere: Where “Happy Happens Here” Is More Than a TaglineChoosing childcare is one of those decisions that looks simple until you’re actually the parent making it. You’re not just looking for somewhere your child can spend the day. You’re…
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The Goddard School Comes to Horizon West: Meet the Team
Read More: The Goddard School Comes to Horizon West: Meet the TeamHorizon West families have a new option for early childhood education, and it’s more than just a new school. The Goddard School of Winter Garden – Horizon West is designed…
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ReliefNow Disc Joint & Nerve Center: Non-Surgical Pain Relief in Hamlin
Read More: ReliefNow Disc Joint & Nerve Center: Non-Surgical Pain Relief in HamlinIf chronic back pain, sciatica, joint pain, or a stubborn injury is keeping you from doing the things you love, finding the right treatment can feel overwhelming. For Horizon West…
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Meet the Oerther Family: Three Generations Behind Your Local McDonald’s
Read More: Meet the Oerther Family: Three Generations Behind Your Local McDonald’sYou probably know the Golden Arches But do you know the family behind the McDonald’s in Horizon West? The location that opened in Waterleigh Village in late 2025 is operated…
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Flatlands Bar & Grill Opens in FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town Center
Read More: Flatlands Bar & Grill Opens in FLAMINGO CROSSINGS Town CenterThere’s a brand-new restaurant joining the dining scene near Horizon West, and we got a sneak peek before the doors officially open. Flatlands Bar & Grill opens to the public…
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From India to Central Florida: Uday Kadam’s Hospitality Journey
Read More: From India to Central Florida: Uday Kadam’s Hospitality JourneyThere are event venues, and then there are places where the person behind the venue has spent an entire lifetime learning how to bring people together. The Venue is the…
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Inside the Biomedical Program at Horizon High
Read More: Inside the Biomedical Program at Horizon HighThe Biomedical Program at Horizon High School is a shining example of a partnership done right. With support from Orlando Health, this program is bridging the gap between classroom education…
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Capturing the Heart of Horizon West: Meet Nick Cepeda
Read More: Capturing the Heart of Horizon West: Meet Nick CepedaThere are people who work in a community, and then there are people who become part of its story. For us, Nick Cepeda of Studio 22 Productions is firmly in the second…
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Horizon West American Legion Post 419: A New Kind of Veteran Community
Read More: Horizon West American Legion Post 419: A New Kind of Veteran CommunityWhen some people hear American Legion, they picture an old building, a bar, a pool table and a room filled mostly with veterans from generations past. Horizon West American Legion…
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Skip the Billboard: Greg Zele Relaunches as Zele Injury Law Firm
Read More: Skip the Billboard: Greg Zele Relaunches as Zele Injury Law FirmWhen you’ve been injured, the legal world can feel overwhelming. Navigating medical bills, lost wages, and insurance companies is stressful enough without feeling like a case file sitting on a…
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Musicology Brings Decades of Music Industry Experience to Winter Garden
Read More: Musicology Brings Decades of Music Industry Experience to Winter GardenA new music school is opening just minutes from Horizon West, but for founder Jeff Hanson, Musicology Winter Garden is about much more than teaching kids how to play an instrument.…
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A Moment of Tranquility: Taylor Akram is Here for Results, Not the Latest Trend
Read More: A Moment of Tranquility: Taylor Akram is Here for Results, Not the Latest TrendLooking for a place where beauty, wellness, and science come together? Tranquility GLO is redefining the aesthetic experience right here in Horizon West. Conveniently located in the Hamlin Town Center,…
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Amplifying Your Financial Future with IQ Portfolios
Read More: Amplifying Your Financial Future with IQ PortfoliosWhen people think of a financial advisor, they often picture spreadsheets, retirement plans, and investment portfolios. While Andy Ortiz certainly helps families navigate those important financial decisions through IQ Portfolios,…
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Orlando Dance Conservatory Begins an Exciting New Chapter in Winter Garden
Read More: Orlando Dance Conservatory Begins an Exciting New Chapter in Winter GardenFor many Horizon West families, Orlando Dance Conservatory has become more than just a place to take dance classes. It’s where young dancers have built confidence, formed lasting friendships, and discovered a…
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Healthy West Orange Makes Wellness a Movement
Read More: Healthy West Orange Makes Wellness a MovementFrom virtual 5Ks and dance challenges to splash-filled summer activities, Healthy West Orange is helping residents build healthier habits while bringing the community together across West Orange County.
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Get Creative at Color Me Mine Winter Garden
Read More: Get Creative at Color Me Mine Winter GardenLooking for a fun family activity, unique date idea, or creative way to spend an afternoon? Color Me Mine Winter Garden offers a hands-on experience where guests can paint pottery,…
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The Difference a Credit Union Can Make
Read More: The Difference a Credit Union Can MakeJust off Hamlin Groves Tr. sits a modern building, with large windows and pops of blue, that is the McCoy Federal Credit Union. While it might look like a traditional…
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Around the Neighborhood with the Brian Davis Golf Academy
Read More: Around the Neighborhood with the Brian Davis Golf AcademyIf you have spent time at the Stoneybrook West Golf Club, you may have noticed a certain level of professional energy on the practice range. This week, our “Around the…
