TUESDAY, MAY 19  ·  ☀ 89°  ·  FOXTAIL COFFEE COMING TO HORIZON WEST  ·  COMP PLAN FINAL TONIGHT

TUESDAY, MAY 19, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL

Good Morning, Winter Garden

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Today in WG

Mostly sunny at 89° with a slight storm chance this afternoon. Tonight is the final Comprehensive Plan Open House — Session 2 at 6:30 PM at City Hall. If you missed Monday’s session, this is your last chance to be heard on a decade of WG planning.

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Foxtail Coffee is coming to Horizon West. A welcome addition for the neighborhood.

Foxtail Coffee, one of Central Florida’s most beloved independent coffee brands, is opening a new location in Horizon West. Known for its warm atmosphere, quality espresso, and community-minded ethos, Foxtail has built a loyal following across the region — and Horizon West residents have been eager for a spot of their own. No opening date has been announced yet, but the Orange Observer confirms the location is on the way.

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Community Central Florida Zoo Celebrates Birth of Two Fossa Babies. After last week’s sad news about baby sloth Mr. Ginger, the Central Florida Zoo has something to celebrate: two fossa cubs have been born. Fossas are rare, cat-like carnivores native to Madagascar, making this a notable moment for the zoo and its conservation mission. WFTV →

Arts & Culture The Muppets Are Taking Over a Disney Roller Coaster May 26. Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets debuts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on May 26. The reimagined attraction replaces the Aerosmith theme and brings the beloved Muppets cast to one of the park’s most thrilling rides. WFTV →

★ Sunny Tuesday. Storm chances hold through the weekend.

5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL

TUE ☀ 89° Mostly Sunny

WED ⛅ 89° 30%⛈

THU ⛅ 90° 30%⛈

FRI ⛅ 90° 30%⛈

SAT ⛅ 91° 40%⛈

Today stays mostly sunny with any storm activity holding until afternoon. Storm odds build steadily through the week — plan Saturday Farmers Market with an eye on the radar as we push toward 40% in the afternoon.

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More from West Orange and beyond.

Community	Matthew’s Hope Shelter Needs Water and Electrolytes. Matthew’s Hope, the West Orange County ministry serving neighbors experiencing homelessness, is running low on bottled water and electrolyte drinks. With summer heat arriving, these supplies are critical for the people they serve. Donations can be dropped off at their Winter Garden location. Orange Observer →
Community	Gymnastics USA Raises $3,000 for Local 8 Waves Charity. Local gymnastics program Gymnastics USA has raised $3,000 for 8 Waves, a West Orange organization supporting families of children with special needs. A good reminder of how local businesses and nonprofits lift each other up in this community. Orange Observer →
Health	Mosquito Season Is Here — Tips to Protect Your Family. With summer rains and warm nights arriving, mosquito season is ramping up across Central Florida. Dump standing water from pots and gutters, use EPA-registered repellents, and check screens. Mosquitoes breed quickly in our climate — even a bottle cap of water is enough. WFTV →

Up next.

MAY 19	Comp Plan Open House — Final Session (Tonight!) 6:30 PM · City Hall Chambers · Winter Garden
MAY 21	Flamingos & Fuel Cruise Night 6:00 PM · Flamingo Crossings · Horizon West
MAY 22	Fridays on the Plaza + Family Friday Street Party 8 AM Plaza · 5 PM The Mark · Horizon West
MAY 23	Winter Garden Farmers Market 8:00 AM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
MAY 26	Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster (Muppets) Opens at Disney HS Disney’s Hollywood Studios · Lake Buena Vista

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Orange Observer · WFTV · NWS Melbourne · City of WG · May 19, 2026

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