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September/October 2026

The Lo-Down
Lookback
It started with a simple idea: Create a magazine worthy of the community it calls home. Five years later, that idea belongs to all of us.
Five years. Hundreds of stories. Feels like the perfect time to revisit a few of your favorites. See where life took them after the last page turned.
the local

mix

Stardust

Madeline Hogan makes the classics feel fresh.
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Friendly Mix

Acquaintanceships

Sometimes it’s the familiar faces along the way that make a place feel like home.
Pet Mix

Lost Dog

Some coworkers are impossible to replace.
Heritage Mix

Packed with History

Once a hub of Winter Garden’s citrus industry, The Old Packing House is being reimagined for a new generation.
Business Mix

Pro-spectives with Kellie Smith

When you’re under pressure managing revenue, expenses, staff, and customers, it’s easy to focus only on what’s right in front of you.

Rhetoric

Rhetoric

I Don’t Know About You, But I’m Feeling 42

Celebrating a most coveted milestone of printed bliss.
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Promotional Features

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Personal Care

Exclusive Med Aesthetics personalized care goes beyond skin deep and is inspired by an experience that hits close to home.
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Navigating Change

After the lessons learned from the past five years, a consistent investing strategy offers protections from disruptions and helps take advantage of opportunities.
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Five Years Moving Forward

Five years after joining Matthew’s Hope, Daniel Savage says helping others move forward has become the most rewarding work of his life.
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Now Arriving

With dozens of new restaurants, shops, and upgraded spaces, MCO is creating a gateway that reflects the spirit of Central Florida.
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Built for Success

Plant Street Academy enriches homeschooling with real-world skills for school, work and life.
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Celebrating Five Years

John and Melissa Ried built their business on a simple idea: Do good work, take care of people, and always do the right thing. Five years later, it’s still working.
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flavor

DINING GUIDE

The Whiskey

Chef driven, foodie owned. All gourmet offerings & libations come smothered with exceptional service, drizzled in love, and always served with a side of rock n’ roll.

Azteca D’Oro

From sizzling fajitas, handmade tortillas to the most delightful Meats.

NYPD Pizza

Owned and operated by a family of native New Yorkers bringing the world-famous flavors of their hometown to yours.

Salt Shack on the Lake

Beachy vibes, wild-caught seafood, delicious drinks, and a breathtaking view of Lake Minneola.

Spoleto

Spoleto delivers elevated Italian comfort at incredible prices.

Italia Cuisine Co.

Chef Paola makes authentic Italian meals and doesn’t charge extra for her accent.

Amore Italian Ristorante

Delicious desserts, speciality cocktails, and Italian classics inspired by generations of home cooking.

Manzzo Cuisine

Manzzo Cuisine is truly a five-sense experience, featuring fresh ingredients and a fresh take on Italian cuisine.

STK Steakhouse

A high-energy dining experience with the superiour quality of a steakhouse.

Thai Blossom

Fragrant curries and soups, silky noodles, stir-fries, and grilled meats.
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