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Winter Garden passes ordinance to curb post-midnight boozing, preserve “family atmosphere” Nightspots can buy permit to continue pouring till 2 a.m. for $250.

Oakland needs new leadership. The people of Oakland deserve representatives who reflect their aspirations, who are attuned to the evolving dynamics of the city and who are committed to steering the community toward a future defined by progress and …

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Light on substance, the forum avoided key issues like the town’s 7.20 percent millage increase, ballooning legal bills. Mueller's one-time opponent calls out the Jones campaign for “hate-provoking politics,” alleges "coordination" with supporters on …

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If you voted to overturn the 2020 election, that's an automatic Nope in the endorsement department from VoxPopuli. Congressman Daniel Webster was one of the 147 Republicans who voted to overturn the election results after the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection. We can't think of any more potent example of dereliction of duty.

A new cultural exhibit shows that Black history is Oakland history. The Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center includes some of its Black history with Est. 1887, its opening exhibit about the Town of Oakland's origins.

A new cultural exhibit shows that Black history is Oakland history. The Healthy West Orange Arts and Heritage Center includes some of its Black history with Est. 1887, its opening exhibit about the Town of Oakland's origins.

Local leaders share thoughts on Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as Donald Trump becomes president. Ocoee's Ages Hart: "King's message rings louder than any inauguration, any presidency."