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Brazilian pizzeria coming to WG · Oakland commerce park approved · Windermere lane closures · 96° today
BRAZILIAN PIZZERIA COMING TO WG · OAKLAND COMMERCE PARK · WINDERMERE CLOSURES · 96° TODAY
THURSDAY, MAY 7, MMXXVI
Good Morning, Winter Garden
Another restaurant is coming downtown, Oakland greenlights a major commerce project, and the heat index today is not kidding.
🔥 96° · Peak Heat Day · Thursday
Top Story Development
A Brazilian pizzeria is heading to Winter Garden. The food scene keeps sizzling.
A Brazilian pizzeria is planning to open in Winter Garden, the Orange Observer reports — the latest in a string of new food destinations taking shape in the city. The news comes just a day after the announcement of an Italian deli on Plant Street, signaling continued momentum in Winter Garden’s dining scene. Full details on the concept, location, and timeline are available in the Observer’s report.
Read at Orange Observer →
Oakland Greenlights Turnpike Commerce Park Design.
The Town of Oakland has approved the design for the Turnpike Commerce Park project, advancing a major economic development initiative near the Florida Turnpike corridor. Orange Observer →
AdventHealth Launches New Fibroid Program in Winter Garden.
AdventHealth Winter Garden is rolling out a new fibroid treatment program, expanding specialized women’s health services for West Orange County residents. Orange Observer →
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◆ This Weekend in West Orange
The weekend is loaded. Finish it with a 5K for Mom.
Friday brings Fridays on the Plaza downtown and the monthly Flamingo Crossings block party in Horizon West. Saturday is Farmers Market morning on Plant Street. And Sunday is Mother’s Day — cap it off with the Dream Finders Home Mother’s Day 5K at Hamlin starting at 8 AM.
Fri · Fridays on the Plaza Fri · Flamingo Crossings 6 PM Sat · Farmers Market Sun · Mother’s Day 5K
★ Peak heat today. Storms creep in for the weekend.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
Hottest day of the stretch is today — afternoon heat index could approach 105°. A sea breeze may bring isolated storms Friday through the weekend. Stay hydrated.
More from around the county.
Three-Vehicle Crash Reported Near Winter Garden.
A three-vehicle crash occurred near Winter Garden, the Orange Observer reports. No further details on injuries were immediately available. Orange Observer →
Windermere Lane Closures Planned for a Week of Road Repairs.
Drivers in Windermere should expect lane restrictions for up to a week as crews complete road repair work in the area. Plan alternate routes if possible. Orange Observer →
Shepherd’s Hope Names New President and CEO.
Shepherd’s Hope, the Central Florida nonprofit providing free healthcare to the uninsured, has appointed a new president and CEO to lead the organization. Orange Observer →
Animal Clinic Partners with Domestic Violence Shelter.
Chain of Lakes Animal Clinic has partnered with a local domestic violence shelter, offering to care for pets of families fleeing abusive situations — a barrier that often keeps survivors from leaving. Orange Observer →
Fridays on the Plaza + Flamingo Crossings Block Party
Plaza 8 AM · Block Party 6 PM · Horizon West
Winter Garden Farmers Market
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
Mother’s Day 5K at Hamlin 🌺
8:00 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West
Urban Air Homeschool Meetup
12:30 PM · Urban Air · Horizon West
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Orange Observer · WFTV · City of Winter Garden · Horizon West Happenings · May 7, 2026
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