Amy Hanigosky

More than 100 residents gathered at West Orange High School on Sept. 1 for a Property Tax Town Hall focused on proposed Constitutional Amendment 3, which will appear on Florida’s November ballot. Orange County District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson and state Rep. Leonard Spencer hosted the informational event. Orange County Tax Collector Scott Randolph, Windermere Town Manager Robert Smith, Winter Garden City Manager Jon Williams and Oakland Town Manager Elise Hui also participated in the discussion.

Autumn in Central Florida doesn’t always bring chilly temperatures or changing leaves, but around Walt Disney World Resort, the season has arrived with flavor and excitement. From late August through November, Horizon West foodies can experience two of the area’s most anticipated culinary celebrations year after year: the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival and the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic.

Here at home, Pedro continues to volunteer at Connection4Autism. Early in his volunteering journey, he noticed how therapy costs and access challenges can create barriers for families. “As soon as I saw the first family not being able to afford treatment, I realized I could make a much bigger impact,” Pedro explained.