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Canvas data breach hits Central Florida schools · WG seeks comp plan input · Mother's Day weekend starts tonight
CANVAS DATA BREACH · WG COMP PLAN INPUT · ORLANDO HEALTH EARNS 'A' · MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND
FRIDAY, MAY 8, MMXXVI
Good Morning, Winter Garden
A school software breach parents need to know about, a city planning process open for your input, and the Mother’s Day weekend is finally here.
⛅ 93° · Partly Cloudy · 30% Storms · Friday
Central Florida schools on alert after massive Canvas data breach. What parents should know.
Central Florida school districts are on alert after a hacker group claimed a massive breach of Canvas, the learning management platform used by many local schools. Parents with students using Canvas — including those in Orange County Public Schools — should monitor accounts and watch for official guidance from their district. Details on the scope are still emerging.
Winter Garden Wants Your Input on Its Future.
The City of Winter Garden is seeking public input as part of a Comprehensive Plan update — a long-range planning document that shapes land use, growth, and development for years to come. Open house sessions are planned at City Hall. Orange Observer →
Two SW Orange Orlando Health Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Safety Grade.
Two Orlando Health hospitals serving Southwest Orange County have earned ‘A’ grades in the latest hospital safety ratings — a recognition of high-quality patient care close to home. Orange Observer →
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◆ Mother’s Day Weekend Starts Now
Tonight: Plaza & block party. Sunday: celebrate Mom.
Fridays on the Plaza kicks off this morning (8 AM) in downtown Winter Garden, and the Flamingo Crossings 2nd Friday Block Party is tonight at 6 PM in Horizon West. Saturday is Farmers Market on Plant Street. Sunday, celebrate Mother’s Day with the Dream Finders Home 5K at Hamlin starting at 8 AM.
Today · Plaza 8 AM Tonight · Flamingo Crossings 6 PM Sat · Farmers Market Sun · Mother’s Day 5K 8 AM
★ Storm chances linger. Dry odds improve by Mother’s Day.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
Sea breeze storms possible through Sunday — watch the radar for outdoor plans. Morning 5K runners should be in good shape before afternoon showers.
More from around the county.
Oakland Schedules Spring Clean Up Days.
The Town of Oakland has announced its Spring Clean Up days, giving residents a chance to clear out bulk waste and help tidy up the community ahead of summer. Orange Observer →
FDOT to Shut Down Central Florida Parkway for Concrete Pours.
FDOT is planning a closure of Central Florida Parkway for concrete pours. Drivers near the theme park corridor should expect delays and plan alternate routes. WFTV →
SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean Returns with New Drone and Fireworks Show.
SeaWorld Orlando’s Electric Ocean summer event is back with new additions including a drone and fireworks show — a good excuse to get out with the family this season. WFTV →
MCO Opens a “Flybrary” Reading Nook for Travelers.
Orlando International Airport has introduced a Flybrary — a cozy reading nook designed to give families and passengers a quieter, more relaxed pre-flight experience. WFTV →
Fridays on the Plaza + Flamingo Crossings Block Party
Plaza 8 AM–1 PM · 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 · Mother’s Day
WG Comp Plan Open House & Urban Air Homeschool Meetup
Open House 6 PM · City Hall · Meetup 12:30 PM · Urban Air
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