Michael Jackson's chimp Bubbles retires in Florida · Storms after 1 PM · Baby Zoe milestone at Orlando Health Lake Mary · Mon 91°
MONDAY, MAY 11  ·  STORMS AFTER 1 PM  ·  91°  ·  BUBBLES THE CHIMP RETIRES IN FL
MONDAY, MAY 11, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL
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Today in WG
A warm Monday with afternoon storm risk — keep an eye on the sky after 1 PM. This week’s sunny Thursday is worth circling now.
⛈ 91° · Storms After 1 PM · 50% · West Orange County
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Top StoryFlorida
Michael Jackson’s chimp Bubbles has retired — right here in Florida.
Chimpanzee at a primate sanctuary
Bubbles, the chimpanzee who became one of the most famous primates in the world as Michael Jackson’s companion in the 1980s, has spent the past two decades quietly living at the Center for Great Apes in Wauchula, Florida — about two hours south of Winter Garden. Now 42 years old, Bubbles spends his days painting, socializing with other chimps, and enjoying the Florida sunshine, a far cry from his pop-star days. Fox 35 Orlando took a look at the remarkable second act of a Hollywood legend who chose the Sunshine State for his golden years.
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Storm clouds building over Central Florida Weather
Strong Storms Possible Again This Afternoon.
Heat builds through midday before storm chances increase after 1 PM. NWS gives a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms; keep outdoor plans front-loaded today.
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Baby Zoe Marks a Milestone at Orlando Health Lake Mary.
A baby girl named Zoe has marked a meaningful milestone for Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital, offering a bright local story to start the week on a high note.
WFTV →
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◆ Coming Up This Week
Rainy week, then a sunny break. Thursday clears out beautifully.
Storm chances persist through Wednesday — 70% Tuesday, 60% Wednesday — before Thursday arrives sunny at 89°. On the civic front, the city’s Comprehensive Plan Open House runs at City Hall this month; check cwgdn.com for session dates. This weekend: Fridays on the Plaza returns May 15, and the Farmers Market is back May 16.
Thu · Sunny 89°Fri · Fridays on the PlazaSat · Farmers Market
★ Storms through mid-week. Thursday and Friday sunny.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
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91°
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Today’s storms are most likely after 1 PM. Tuesday sees the highest storm odds at 70% — then Thursday and Friday deliver back-to-back sunshine.
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More from the region.
Community
Garden Theatre Announces $5 Summer Flix — Tickets on Sale Now.
The City of Winter Garden has announced its 2026 Summer Flix schedule at the Garden Theatre — $5 movie nights all summer long. Tickets are on sale now.
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Florida
Florida Mourns the Loss of Congressman Bill Posey.
Florida leaders and residents are mourning the death of former U.S. Congressman Bill Posey, a longtime Space Coast representative who served Brevard County for decades before retiring.
WFTV →
Public Safety
Cruise Ship With 115 Ill Arrives at Port Canaveral.
A cruise ship with more than 100 sick passengers docked at Port Canaveral, adding to ongoing norovirus concerns in the industry. Port officials were monitoring the situation ahead of arrival.
WFTV →
Sports
Braves Legend Bobby Cox Passes Away at 84.
Baseball Hall of Famer Bobby Cox, the beloved Atlanta Braves manager who led the team to 14 consecutive division titles, has passed away at age 84. A giant of the game.
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■  Calendar
Up next.
MAY
12
Urban Air Homeschool Meetup
12:30 PM · Horizon West
MAY
15
Fridays on the Plaza
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Fountain & Pavilion
MAY
16
Winter Garden Farmers Market
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
MAY
17
Homegrown Market at Hamlin
9:00 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West
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