CANVAS DATA BREACH  ·  WG COMP PLAN INPUT  ·  ORLANDO HEALTH EARNS 'A'  ·  MOTHER'S DAY WEEKEND

FRIDAY, MAY 8, MMXXVI

Good Morning, Winter Garden

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Today in WG

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.

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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.

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City Hall 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 →

Health 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 →

★ Storm chances linger. Dry odds improve by Mother’s Day.

5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL

FRI ⛅ 93° 30%⛈

SAT ⛅ 91° 20%⛈

SUN 🌺 92° 30%⛈

MON ☀ 91° 15%⛈

TUE ☀ 91° 10%

Sea breeze storms possible through Sunday — watch the radar for outdoor plans. Morning 5K runners should be in good shape before afternoon showers.

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More from around the county.

Community	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 →
Roads & Traffic	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 →
Arts & Culture	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 →
Florida	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 →

Up next.

MAY 08	Fridays on the Plaza + Flamingo Crossings Block Party Plaza 8 AM–1 PM · Block Party 6 PM · Horizon West
MAY 09	Winter Garden Farmers Market 8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
MAY 10	Mother’s Day 5K at Hamlin 🌺 8:00 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West · Mother’s Day
MAY 12	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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Orange Observer · WFTV · City of Winter Garden · Horizon West Happenings · May 8, 2026

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