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WG arrest: man recorded women in restrooms · Sunny 89° Friday · Fridays on Plaza today · Big weekend ahead
FRIDAY, MAY 15 · ☀ SUNNY 89° · FRIDAYS ON THE PLAZA TODAY · WG ARREST
FRIDAY, MAY 15, MMXXVI · WEST ORANGE CO., FL
Good Morning, Winter Garden
Happy Friday — 89° and sunny all day. Fridays on the Plaza is already underway downtown. A great morning to get out before the weekend crowds arrive.
☀ 89° · Sunny · Happy Friday · West Orange County
Top Story Public Safety
Winter Garden man arrested for secretly recording women in restrooms.
A man has been arrested in Winter Garden after being accused of secretly recording women in restrooms, according to reports in the Orange Observer and Fox 35 Orlando. The case is a reminder to remain alert in public spaces and report any suspicious activity or devices to local authorities immediately. Winter Garden police handled the arrest.
Nonprofit Clears Medical Debt for 160,000 Central Floridians.
A nonprofit has wiped out medical debt for 160,000 Central Florida residents — a significant relief effort for families who qualified. WFTV has the details on who was eligible and what comes next. WFTV →
Winter Garden Urges Tree Trimming Before Hurricane Season.
With hurricane season starting June 1, Winter Garden is urging residents to trim overgrown trees now. Proper trimming reduces the risk of falling limbs during storms and protects power lines and structures. Orange Observer →
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◆ This Weekend in Winter Garden
Fridays on the Plaza is on — right now, downtown.
The Plaza market runs until 1 PM this morning — perfect weather for it at 89° and sunny. Tomorrow brings the Farmers Market downtown plus the Hamlin Hoedown and Backyard Boots & Brews in Horizon West. Sunday’s Homegrown Market at Hamlin kicks off at 9 AM.
Today · Fridays on the Plaza 8 AM Sat · Farmers Market + Hoedown Sun · Homegrown at Hamlin
★ Perfect Friday. Sunny weekend, light rain Sunday.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
Today and Saturday are gorgeous. Sunday has a 30% storm chance — morning activities at Homegrown Market should be fine before any afternoon showers. Monday looks mostly sunny again.
More from West Orange and beyond.
Comp Plan Open House Next Sunday — Share Your Vision for WG.
The City of Winter Garden is hosting a Comprehensive Plan Update Open House on Sunday, May 18 at 6:30 PM at City Hall Chambers. This is your chance to weigh in on how the city grows over the next decade. City of Winter Garden →
Abbott and Second Harvest Prep Central FL Families for Hurricane Season.
With June 1 around the corner, Abbott and Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida have joined forces to help local families prepare supplies for hurricane season. Find out how to get involved. WFTV →
Movers Threatened to Hold Belongings Hostage — Know the Signs.
A Central Florida woman says her movers threatened to hold her belongings hostage unless she paid extra fees. WFTV has the warning signs to watch for before hiring any moving company. WFTV →
Fridays on the Plaza — Today!
8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Fountain & Pavilion · NOW
Farmers Market + Hamlin Hoedown
Market 8 AM–1 PM Downtown · Hoedown 10 AM Hamlin
Homegrown Market at Hamlin
9:00 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West
Comp Plan Open House
6:30 PM · City Hall Chambers · Winter Garden
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