Horizon West Magazine

12/25/2025

Feeling the holiday rush more than the holiday joy? You’re not alone. Between crowded calendars, family gatherings and end-of-year expectations, stress can creep in fast. Learn simple, supportive ways to care for your mind and body this season so you can enjoy what matters most.

Get the details on Managing Everyday Stress on the Horizon West Magazine website at >> https://www.horizonwestmagazine.com/managing-everyday-stress

The Palmer Wellness Institute

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12/24/2025

Sometimes the most magical moments start with a simple idea and grow into something unforgettable. ✨

One Horizon West resident turned a holiday idea into a meaningful experience filled with connection, creativity and childhood wonder.

This heartwarming story highlights how one person’s actions can spark joy across a community.

Get the details on the Horizon West Magazine website at >>
https://www.horizonwestmagazine.com/holiday-magic-meets-community-one-residents-gift-to-neighbors

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12/24/2025

Coming soon: Flatlands Bar & Grill is set to serve up a wide range of food and beverages in a friendly, easy-going atmosphere that’s great for an evening out. Guests can look forward to enjoying everything from burgers to cocktails and cold beer. An official opening date has not yet been announced.

12/23/2025

Inside Henko Cafe in Summerport Village, you’ll find the cutest little gift boutique - perfect for those thoughtful, “this feels just right” Christmas surprise! 🎁

Grab a bite… and grab a gift before Christmas is here!

12/23/2025

Reminder!

⚠️ Heads up from Orange County Utilities:

There will be no curbside collection service in unincorporated Orange County on Christmas Day, December 25. During that week, Thursday customers will be serviced on Friday, andFriday customers will be serviced on Saturday.

Visit ocfl.net/HolidayCurbsideCollection for more information.

12/21/2025

‼️Signage is up for TWO new businesses in Horizon West‼️
coming to Hamlin AND Seoul Bol, a new restaurant, opening next to Windermere High!

12/21/2025

It’s giveaway season! 🎄✨

We’re giving one lucky winner a $500 Horizon West Prize Pack loaded with local favorites — Urban Air, Abbott’s Frozen Custard, Clean Eatz & more!

Enter today at this link: https://www.wearewg.com/25daysofgiveaways

Or by downloading the Winter Garden App: https://www.wearewg.com/wgapp

12/20/2025

🗑️ Heads up, Horizon West! Starting Monday, Dec. 29, your curbside collection day is changing. Weekly recycling, garbage, yard waste and large-item pickup will stay, but your assigned day might not.

Want to see what’s changing and learn how to check your new pickup day?

Get the details on the Horizon West Magazine website at >> https://www.horizonwestmagazine.com/orange-county-trash-and-recycling-collection-days-changing-soon

Orange County, Florida Government OCFL Commissioner Nicole Wilson

12/17/2025

🎄✨ Small moments, meaningful impact. ✨🎄

A big thank-you to The Women's Circle, a local group of women who gather monthly for connection, conversation and personal growth. During their December meeting, they came together to assemble nine festive holiday decor bags for children spending the holidays in the hospital through The Greyson Project.

We love seeing groups weave service and giving into their time together. Every bag helps bring comfort, color and a little joy to a hospital room during a difficult season.

If you’d like to participate, there’s still time. Families and community members can create and donate a holiday decor bag.

📅 Deadline to drop off bags: Thurs, Dec. 18 at 4 p.m.

Learn more about The Greyson Project, Greyson’s story and how to get involved at the Horizon West Magazine website >> https://www.horizonwestmagazine.com/in-the-spirit-of-giving-greyson-project

12/16/2025

There’s been a lot of local conversation around license plate frames and Florida Statute 320.262 since it took effect on Oct. 1. To help clear up some of the confusion, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has shared a new memo on what is and isn’t allowed.

If you have been unsure whether your plate frame or cover is compliant, this guidance may be helpful.

Take a look and feel free to share if it helped answer your questions so others in our community can benefit too.

Drive safely!

12/14/2025

Would you try chili-inspired ice cream? 👀

Graeter's and Skyline Chili have teamed up for a limited-edition Skyline Spice Ice Cream—and the only spot in Central Florida serving it is Skyline Chili in Flamingo Crossings!

Get all the spicy-sweet details on the Horizon West Magazine website at >>>

https://www.horizonwestmagazine.com/the-only-spot-in-central-florida-serving-this-wild-limited-edition-ice-cream

Get details in the local guide to thriving in the community of Horizon West. Horizon West Magazine publishes Living in Horizon West– the community's only printed resource guide created for Horizon Westers, by Horizon Westers! Our content is entirely focused on the people and offerings within the H...