Orange County officials have announced plans to expand Tiny Road to help alleviate traffic congestion and improve safety, particularly for those traveling near Bridgewater Middle School. The road currently has…
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New Retailer in Hamlin Commits to Roadway Improvements
A new retail development in Hamlin is advancing with the approval of a Proportionate Share Agreement for infrastructure improvements. The agreement requires the developer to contribute $312,745 toward necessary roadway…
Housing Market Sees 15-Year High Inventory Levels
A 15-year high has been set for housing inventory in the greater Orlando market, with the Winter Garden and Windermere areas also seeing increased availability. In 34787 (Winter Garden &…
Drivers Face Delays and Safety Risks at SR 429 and Western Way with No Signal Installation in Sight
Western Way serves as a key gateway to State Road 429 for Horizon West residents, visitors, and commuters, connecting growing residential communities to major roadways leading toward Orlando. As development…
Windermere High School Mourns the Loss of Senior Killed in Tragic Crash
The Windermere High School community is grieving the loss of one of its students after a devastating high-speed crash Saturday night claimed four lives. The tragic accident occurred on Central…
Final Call: Public Input on S.R. 429 Expansion Closes Soon
The deadline for public input on the proposed expansion of State Road 429 (S.R. 429) is fast approaching, and residents still have a chance to voice their concerns before it’s…
Par for the Course: 9th Bank Branch Proposed Next to PopStroke
Permit filings have unveiled that a new bank branch is ready to tee off in Hamlin, marking the town’s ninth financial institution to hit the green. Nestled right beside the…
Silverleaf Park Community Meeting & Survey For Future Amenities
Residents in Horizon West are invited to play a direct role in shaping the future of Silverleaf Park through a two-pronged community outreach initiative. The Orange County Parks and Recreation…
Reams Road Improvements: Turn Lane Extended and Flood Protections Move Forward
Orange County Commissioner Nicole Wilson has announced a series of flood mitigation measures and roadway improvements for the Reams Road area following an extensive discussion at the February 11 BCC…
S.R. 429 Expansion Leaves Seidel Road Behind; Public Input Period Ends Soon
The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) is gathering public feedback on a proposed expansion of State Road 429 (S.R. 429) between Seidel Road and Tilden Road. The project aims to…
Hamlin To Get a Refreshing Addition with Swig Soda
Swig Soda is set to bring its popular customized soda concept to Hamlin, further expanding the growing selection of unique beverage and dining options in the area. The upcoming location,…
$2.5M Grant Approved to Expedite New Independence Parkway Extension to Lake County
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners has approved an agreement with the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) to accelerate the long-planned extension of New Independence Parkway westward to the…
OCPS To Host Community Meeting for New Horizon West Elementary School 126-E-4
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) and Board Member Anne Douglas is inviting community members to a meeting on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Water Spring…
Your Favorite Smoothie Spot is Back – Planet Smoothie Reopens in Hamlin
Planet Smoothie has reopened its doors at Hamlin, bringing back its popular lineup of smoothies, protein-packed blends, and fruit-forward refreshments to the Horizon West community. The location had been closed…
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe in Windermere Temporarily Closes Amid Franchise Transition
Keke’s Breakfast Cafe has temporarily closed its Windermere location at Westside Shoppes. The closure is part of a broader effort to transition the restaurant to a new franchisee. While no…
Public Workshop Scheduled for SR 429 Expansion Plans
The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) is conducting a Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study to assess proposed capacity improvements on State Road (SR) 429, spanning from Seidel Road to…
New Road Agreement Could Push Flemings Road Timeline Even Further
After several months of inquiries with Orange County and public records requests, HorizonWestInfo.com can exclusively report that the long-awaited Flemings Road connection to Sawgrass Bay is facing delays. An amendment…
New Hamlin Rooftop Bar to Contribute More Toward Road Improvements
A proposed rooftop bar in Hamlin will be contributing additional funding for critical roadway improvements following a new traffic analysis by Orange County. The Orange County Board of County Commissioners…
New Roundabout Planned for Horizon West
A major traffic improvement is coming to improve traffic flow in Horizon West. Plans are underway for a roundabout at the intersection of Seidel Road and Summerlake Park Boulevard, a…
Brush Fire Contained Near Schofield and 429: No Damage Reported
Orange County Fire Rescue and Lake County Fire Rescue units, in collaboration with the Florida Forest Service, successfully contained a brush fire near the Schofield Road and State Road 429…
