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Ocoee pool opens for summer · 1,800 FL turtles poached · Homegrown Market at Hamlin now · Sunny 90°
SUNDAY, MAY 17 · ☀ 90° · HOMEGROWN MARKET AT HAMLIN · OCOEE POOL OPENS
SUNDAY, MAY 17, MMXXVI · WEST ORANGE CO., FL
Good Morning, Winter Garden
A gorgeous Sunday at 90° — mostly sunny all morning with just a slim storm chance this afternoon. The Homegrown Market at Hamlin is running now. Slow down and enjoy it.
☀ 90° · Mostly Sunny · Lazy Sunday · West Orange County
Ocoee Family Aquatic Facility is open. Summer is officially here.
The pool at the Ocoee Family Aquatic Facility is now open for the summer season — a welcome milestone for West Orange families looking for a place to cool off during the long, hot months ahead. It’s a reminder that summer has truly arrived: hurricane season starts June 1, temperatures are climbing into the low 90s, and afternoon storm chances will be part of life for the next several months. Check the facility’s schedule for hours and admission details.
More Than 1,800 Turtles Poached from Florida in Trafficking Bust.
A major wildlife trafficking investigation has uncovered more than 1,800 turtles poached from Florida. The bust shines a spotlight on the black-market demand for native reptiles and the toll it takes on Florida’s wild turtle populations. WFTV →
Central Florida Zoo’s Dolce and Chewie Are Recovering from ICU.
Days after mourning baby sloth Mr. Ginger, the Central Florida Zoo shares some brighter news: Dolce and Chewie are recovering from ICU care. Zoo staff are watching their progress closely. WFTV →
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Market at Hamlin is on — and your voice is needed Monday night.
The Homegrown Market at Hamlin runs until mid-morning — worth a stop before it gets hot. Tomorrow evening, Winter Garden’s Comprehensive Plan Open House starts at 6:30 PM at City Hall Chambers. A second session follows Tuesday at 6:30 PM. This is your chance to weigh in on a decade of city planning.
Today · Homegrown Market 9 AM Mon · Comp Plan Open House 6:30 Tue · 2nd Open House Session
★ Gorgeous Sunday. Afternoon storm chances all week.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
Today is the best day of the week — mornings clear, any storms staying late afternoon. Classic Florida May pattern holds through Thursday with 30% afternoon storm odds each day.
More from West Orange and beyond.
Road Work Continues on Various Streets in Horizon West.
Ongoing roadwork is affecting several streets in Horizon West. If you’re heading out this weekend, expect some delays and check local signage for the specific areas affected. Orange Observer →
Fifth Graders Bring History to Life at Wax Museum Event.
Students at Seminole Science Charter School transformed into living history figures for their annual Wax Museum event — one of those school showcases that remind you why public education matters. WFTV →
Scattered Storms Continue Into Next Week for Central Florida.
WFTV meteorologists confirm the daily afternoon storm pattern will continue into next week. Mornings look clear — plan outdoor activities early and keep an eye on radar after 1 PM each day. WFTV →
Homegrown Market at Hamlin — Now!
9:00 AM · Hamlin · Horizon West
Comp Plan Open House (Session 1)
6:30 PM · City Hall Chambers · Winter Garden
Comp Plan Open House (Session 2)
Flamingos & Fuel Cruise Night
6:00 PM · Flamingo Crossings · Horizon West
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