MONDAY, JUNE 8  ·  ☀ 92°  ·  CF ZOO BOMB THREAT DEEMED NOT CREDIBLE  ·  ZOOTOPIA 2 SCREENS TUESDAY

MONDAY, JUNE 8, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL

Good Morning, Winter Garden

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Today in WG

Good morning. Sunshine carries into the work week — 92° and mostly sunny again today, with Tuesday holding nearly as dry. The pattern shifts by midweek as rain chances build toward the weekend, so get outside while the getting’s good.

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Bomb threat forces evacuation at Central Florida Zoo; no credible threat found.

A bomb threat prompted an evacuation at the Central Florida Zoo, sending guests and staff out of the park while authorities investigated, according to WFTV. Officials say no credible threat was found, and the zoo has since resumed normal operations. The scare comes during an already eventful stretch for the zoo, which has spent recent weeks managing the high-profile Sloth World rescue and the animals now in its care. No injuries were reported.

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Health Winter Garden 12-Year-Old Recovering After AVM Diagnosis. A 12-year-old from Winter Garden is recovering after being diagnosed with an arteriovenous malformation, a rare condition affecting the blood vessels. The Orange Observer shares the family’s journey and the road still ahead. Orange Observer →

Development 613-Home Johns Lake Development Headed to Winter Garden. A new 613-home development is set to be built near Johns Lake in Winter Garden, adding to the city’s rapid residential growth. Site plans and timelines are still taking shape. Orange Observer →

☀ Sunny start to the week. Storms build back in by Thursday.

5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL

MON ☀ 92° Mostly Sunny

TUE ⛅ 90° 20%⛈

WED ⛈ 91° 40%⛈

THU ⛈ 92° 60%⛈

FRI ⛈ 92° 70%⛈

Monday and Tuesday hold onto the sunshine near 90–92°, the best stretch of the week. Rain chances build steadily from there — 40% Wednesday, 60% Thursday, and 70% by Friday. Plan outdoor time for mornings as the week wears on.

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More from West Orange and beyond.

City Hall	Oakland Police Department Awarded Grant. The Oakland Police Department has been awarded a grant to support its work serving the town’s growing community. Town leaders say the funding will help expand resources for officers. Orange Observer →
Community	Matthew’s Hope Struggling with Termites. Matthew’s Hope, a local nonprofit serving the homeless community, is dealing with a termite infestation that’s straining its resources. The Orange Observer has details on how neighbors can help. Orange Observer →
Roads & Traffic	Major Crash on I-4 Eastbound Causes Delays. A major crash on I-4 Eastbound caused significant delays in Orange County. Commuters routing through the corridor should expect lingering backups and consider alternate routes. WFTV →
Weather	Heat Index to Rise Amid Central Florida Dry Spell. Central Florida’s heat index is set to climb as a dry spell continues this week. WFTV has tips for staying cool and safe as conditions push toward the mid-90s. WFTV →

Up next.

JUN 9	Tomorrow — Summer Flix at the Garden: Zootopia 2 (PG) 2 PM & 7 PM · Garden Theatre, Downtown
JUN 12	Fridays on the Plaza 8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Interactive Fountain & Pavilion
JUN 13	Winter Garden Farmers Market 8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street

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WFTV · Orange Observer · NWS Melbourne · City of WG · June 8, 2026

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