Magic lose Game 6 — series tied, Game 7 Monday · CAVA coming to Windermere · Farmers Market today · Storm watch
MAGIC SERIES TIED 3-3  ·  GAME 7 MONDAY  ·  CAVA COMING TO WINDERMERE  ·  FARMERS MARKET TODAY
SATURDAY, MAY 2, MMXXVI
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Today in WG
Market morning on Plant Street — Game 7 on Monday, everything on the line.
⛅ 92° · Storms possible after 3 PM
Top Story Sports
Magic blow an early lead, fall in Game 6. It’s a Game 7.
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The Orlando Magic led in the first half but couldn’t hold on Friday night, losing to the Detroit Pistons 93–79 in Game 6 to even the series at 3–3. Orlando was again without Franz Wagner, and the offense stalled badly in the second half. Game 7 is Monday in Detroit — winner advances.
Mediterranean grain bowls with fresh vegetables Development
CAVA Is Opening a Location in Windermere.
The popular Mediterranean fast-casual chain is coming to Windermere, adding a sought-after option to the area’s growing restaurant scene.
Orange Observer →
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Olympia High Students Turn Courtyard into a Butterfly Garden.
Students at Olympia High transformed the school’s courtyard into a thriving butterfly garden — a class project that became a lasting piece of campus.
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◆ This Weekend in Winter Garden
Big morning on Plant Street. And a Game 7 on the horizon.
The Farmers Market runs until 1 PM with SHOP, DINE & STROLL’s Raffle MAY-nia and live music downtown. Watch the sky — storms possible after 3 PM. Tomorrow, Homegrown Market turns 3 at Hamlin. Then Monday, the Magic face Detroit in a winner-take-all Game 7.
Today · Farmers Market + SHOP DINE STROLL Sun · Homegrown at Hamlin Mon · Magic Game 7 in Detroit
★ Storm risk after 3 PM today. Cleaner and cooler by Sunday.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
SAT
92°
67°
SUN
79°
62°
MON
83°
63°
TUE
87°
65°
WED
93°
65°
●  Around Town
A few more things neighbors are talking about.
Roads
WG Announces Four-Week Partial Road Closure.
A partial road closure expected to last four weeks begins Sunday, May 4, affecting a section of E. Crest Ave. Plan alternate routes starting this weekend.
Orange Observer →
Weather
Cold Front Brings Storm Risk and High Fire Danger Today.
A cold front brings a chance of strong storms this afternoon with gusts up to 40 mph. If you’re heading to the market this morning, plan to wrap up before 3 PM.
WFTV →
Arts & Culture
City Calls on Artists for “Dog Days of Summer” Exhibit.
Winter Garden is seeking submissions for its upcoming “Dog Days of Summer: The Ulti-Mutt Art Exhibit.” Local artists are encouraged to apply.
City of Winter Garden →
■  Calendar
Up next.
MAY
02
Farmers Market + SHOP, DINE & STROLL
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Raffle MAY-nia & Live Music
MAY
03
Homegrown Market at Hamlin — 3rd Anniversary
9 AM · Hamlin Town Center · Horizon West
MAY
05
Oakland 3rd Annual Car Stroll
6:30–8 PM · Oakland Meeting Hall · Town of Oakland
MAY
08
2nd Fridays at Flamingo Crossings — Block Party
6 PM · Flamingo Crossings Town Center · Horizon West
MAY
09
Winter Garden Farmers Market
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
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WFTV · Orange Observer · City of Winter Garden · NWS Melbourne · May 2, 2026
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