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Veterans Day Ceremony to be held on November 7

Keynote Speaker Retired Marine Corps Maj. Barron Mills OCOEE, Fla. – The public is invited to attend the City of Ocoee’s 22nd Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11 a.m., at the Ocoee Lakeshore Center, 125 North Lakeshore Drive. The city is honored to have Retired…

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West Orange Chamber of Commerce Announces Positions on Amendments and Questions on the 2024 General Election Ballot

WINTER GARDEN, FL.– The West Orange Chamber of Commerce (WOCC) announces its positions on the amendments and questions on the 2024 general election ballot, reflecting our ongoing commitment to being the collective voice for business leadership and community partnerships that advances a positive eco-system for the West Orange Community. The…

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VyStar Employees Volunteer More Than 6,000 Hours with Community Partners During 3rd ‘Good is Everywhere’ Celebration

Two-week Effort Dedicated to Community, Volunteerism and Member Appreciation Jacksonville, Florida — Thousands of people in Florida and Georgia enjoyed free experiences at museums, zoos, science centers and more as part of VyStar Credit Union’s award-winning Good is everywhere which focused on community partners, volunteerism and member appreciation. The two-week…

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Halloween Howl Night on Friday

OCOEE, Fla. – The City of Ocoee Parks and Leisure Services is hosting Halloween Howl Night on Friday, October 25 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Bill Breeze Park, 125 North Lakeshore Drive. Admission is free. The family-friendly event will offer Trunk or Treat, food trucks, costume and donut-eating…

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Storm-Related Building Permit Fees Waived

OCOEE, Fla. – The Ocoee City Commission recognizes the stress that its residents and businesses are under as they make storm repairs to their homes and buildings. On Tuesday, October 15, the City Commission voted to waive building permit fees for hurricane storm damage repairs for the next 90 days through…

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New & Renewed Members for October 2024

Welcome to our newest Chamber Members! We are thrilled to have you doing business in the West Orange Community. We would also like to recognize our long-standing member businesses for their continued commitment to Advancing Community, Collaboration, and Leadership. NEW MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE AFFILIATE We Are Winter Garden ELITE…

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October is Fire Prevention Month

OCOEE, Fla. – The Ocoee City Commission issued a Fire Prevention Month proclamation at its meeting on October 1. In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, the City of Ocoee Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention MonthTM (FPMTM) for…

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2025 Sapphire Awards Nomination Applications are Open

Nominate a program, organization, or individual today! Deadline to submit your nomination for the 2025 Sapphire Awards competition is October 21, 2024, before 3:00 p.m. (ET). The 2025 Sapphire Awards will honor, through a competitive external review process, outstanding programs, organizations, and individuals whose services are distinguished by exemplary leadership,…

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Ocoee to Open Self-Serve Sandbag Site

OCOEE, Fla. – In preparation for heavy rains, a self-serve sandbag distribution site will open to Ocoee residents today, September 24 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Wednesday, September 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the city’s Public Works Department, 301 Maguire Road.Ocoee residents must bring…

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VyStar Foundation Youth Grant Cycle Now Open

Jacksonville, Florida —VyStar Foundation is now accepting requests for its Youth grant cycle. Funding priority will be given to nonprofit organizations that support youth (ages 12-18) in their academic achievement by providing wraparound services in one or more of the following areas: Food and housing assistance Career counseling and skill…

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Welcome Back Non-Compete Contracts

For much of the past year, nearly one in five of all employees in the United States have been waiting for September 4. That was the day the Federal Trade Commission set to ban most non-compete contracts between employees and their employers. Due to a recent judicial ruling, the…

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VyStar Announces 3rd Good is Everywhere Celebration

Showcasing Community Partners through Free Experiences and Impacting Nonprofits through Thousands of Volunteer Hours Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce the return of Good is everywhere recognizing the good being done across our communities and highlighting the many partner organizations that uplift the areas we serve…

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