Horizon West Pharmacy has officially opened its doors and is now serving Horizon West residents. officially opening its doors to serve Orlando and the whole state of Florida.Located along Porter…
Community Meeting: Liquor Store & Bar With Cigar Smoking And Sales Proposed Along Hamlin Groves Trail
A community meeting will be held for a proposed liquor store with bar in the Town Center along Hamlin Groves Trail. The bar will also contain cigar smoking and sales…
Now Open: Evoo Fresh Mediterranean Kitchen At Windermere Village
A new quick service Lebanese restaurant has opened in Horizon West. Evoo Fresh Mediterranean Kitchen has opened at Windermere Village, replacing French Cafe. Evoo, a contraction of “Extra Virgin Olive…
Waterleigh Village Developer Removes Self Storage; McDonald’s and 5/3 Bank Under Contract
The developer for Waterleigh Village has removed the self storage facility from their site plan according to leasing information. Updated site plans now show 2 shell buildings occupying the space….
Moana Journey Of Water Passholder Preview Leads To Frustration Over Last-Minute Virtual Queue and Communication Failures
Walt Disney World is known for its magical experiences, but a recent event has left many local passholders frustrated. The Moana Journey of Water Passholder Preview, which was highly anticipated,…
12 Fuel Pumps Planned At Flamingo Crossings 7-Eleven
A new 7-Eleven gas station at Flamingo Crossings will have 12 pumps available according to permits filed. Construction of the gas station is underway, and will be the second new…
SeaWorld Releases Rehabilitated Gopher Tortoise At Horizon West Regional Park
In April 2023, a tortoise named Springsteen, initially identified as Gpol2302, faced a life-threatening situation. Severe shell fractures, likely from a vehicular incident, left its fate uncertain. Swift action by…
Now Open: Crumbl Cookies At Hamlin
Crumbl Cookies has recently opened its doors in Hamlin, bringing a delectable assortment of freshly baked cookies to the community! Crumbl Cookies is a popular cookie franchise known for its…
Commissioner Wilson Calls For Fresh Approach To Hotel Tax In Op-Ed
Orange County Commissioner Nicole Wilson recently addressed the issue of the Tourist Development Tax (TDT) in an op-ed for the Orlando Sentinel. The TDT, often referred to as the “hotel…
Hamlin Requests Popstroke Relocation & Other Building Changes To Master Site Plan
The developers of Hamlin have submitted a request to Orange County to revise the master site plan. The change primarily impacts the location of Popstroke and future buildings. Popstroke, originally…
Brooks Rehabilitation Continues Expansion in Orlando Market, Announces New Physical Therapy Outpatient Clinic in Horizon West
Press Release provided by Brooks Rehabilitation Brooks Rehabilitation continues to grow in the Orlando market to address the demand for – and to provide necessary access to – physical therapy…
Community Meeting Held For Disney’s Affordable Housing Project; Residents Disappointed In Lack Of Details
Orange County recently hosted a community meeting on September 6th to discuss Disney’s request for 1,450 affordable housing units at the intersection of Hartzog Road and Avalon Road. During the…
Horizon West Regional Park Phase 1 Bids Under Evaluation
Bids have been submitted to Orange County to start construction on Horizon West Regional Park Phase 1. Orange County has budgeted $10 million for the initial construction project, but has…
Community Meeting Wednesday For Disney’s 1,450 Attainable Apartment Units
A community meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 6 at 6pm regarding a Future Land Use Map amendment, rezoning request to accommodate up to 1,450 attainable apartment units, and…
Schofield Road Detours Removed As Paving Nears Completion
Detours routing traffic around Schofield Road have been removed, allowing cars to fully utilize Schofield Road again as the paving project nears completion. Half of the road, from US-27 to…
Horizon West Annual School Capacity Report: 7 Schools Remain Overcapacity, Water Spring Elementary At 171%
Seven schools in Horizon West remain overcapacity as the area continues to grow at a fast pace. for the 2023-2024 school year, Water Spring Middle School opened their campus after…
Multiple Horizon West Restaurants Participating In Magical Dining Month
Magical Dining Month has launched, and three restaurants in Horizon West are participating this year. Magical Dining is put on each year by Visit Orlando and features a three-course, prix-fixe…
Orange County Provides Preparedness Updates On Idalia
Tropical Storm Idalia is expected to reach hurricane strength overnight, and while currently projected to make landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida, will still have far reaching impact…
Community Meeting Tuesday For 262-Acre Development Of Shingle Creek With 5,300 Apartments
Editors Note: This meeting has been rescheduled for September 25 at 6pm. A community meeting will be held for a request to rezone 262 acres of the Shingle Creek basin…
Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday; Aug 26 – Sept 8
The Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday on hurricane supplies and disaster preparedness items will occur from August 26 – September 8, 2023. The Tax Holiday marks the beginning of…
