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Rare Peacock, White as Snow, Turning Heads in Winter Park

Rare Peacock, White as Snow, Turning Heads in Winter Park

May 14, 2026: City Commission also sets a discussion about the fate of Blue Bamboo for next month and green lights a new parking garage
Preservation Advocates Say Winter Park Must Do More to Save Historic Homes

Preservation Advocates Say Winter Park Must Do More to Save Historic Homes

May 14, 2026: With three John Gamble Rogers II homes under threat of demolition this year, advocate says dwindling assets should serve as 'wake up call'
Blue Bamboo Pulls AI School Sublease from City Commission Agenda

Blue Bamboo Pulls AI School Sublease from City Commission Agenda

May 12, 2026: The president of the arts group that rents the old library from the city of Winter Park said it will "take a pause" on the idea of renting out the second floor to a private school
Big Changes Felt on Park Avenue with 'Disruptive' Construction Underway

Big Changes Felt on Park Avenue with ‘Disruptive’ Construction Underway

George's Cafe owner says the 'Refresh' project is hurting business while other sections of the avenue are undergoing a transformation
Family Envisions AI-Driven Alpha School for Second Floor of Blue Bamboo

Family Envisions AI-Driven Alpha School for Second Floor of Blue Bamboo

A sublease agreement will be considered by the City Commission next week as the nonprofit music venue looks to fill
Former Orlando RV Dealership Plans Move Forward

Former Orlando RV Dealership Plans Move Forward

A proposal for new retail and restaurants along West Fairbanks Avenue netted board approval following a postponed vote last month
Orange Signs Herald May as Historic Preservation Month

Orange Signs Herald May as Historic Preservation Month

May 1, 2026: Residents display their yard signs each year in support of maintaining what's left of the pockets in Winter Park where 100-plus year homes are commonplace
Plan for Former Orlando RV Dealership Draws Traffic Concerns

Plan for Former Orlando RV Dealership Draws Traffic Concerns

Residents close to the West Fairbanks Avenue property welcome new retail and restaurants but fear repercussions of bringing traffic to
Preempted Again. New FL Law Prohibits Cities from Protection Against Damage from Internet and Cable Companies

Preempted Again. New FL Law Prohibits Cities from Protection Against Damage from Internet and Cable Companies

April 24, 2026: Plus, the ordinance allowing construction of five Habitat for Humanity homes in partnership with Orange County Public Schools gains first necessary approval
Could New Garage Near City Hall Solve Park Avenue Parking Woes?

Could New Garage Near City Hall Solve Park Avenue Parking Woes?

April 20, 2026: City officials recently agreed to explore a public-private partnership to build a garage to alleviate perceived shortage of spaces in business and shopping hub
Michelle del Valle Named New City Manager

Michelle del Valle Named New City Manager

April 8, 2026: Commissioners gave unanimous, enthusiastic support for del Valle to takeover when Randy Knight retires in January. Meanwhile, a split 3-2 vote approved increased hourly rates for the city attorney

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