WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10  ·  ⛅ 90°  ·  56 SLOTH DEATHS DRIVE FL REGULATION PUSH  ·  PLAZA AND MARKET THIS WEEKEND

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL

Good Morning, Winter Garden

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Today in WG

Good morning. Mostly sunny to start but storms could arrive as early as noon today — earlier than our usual afternoon pattern — so keep an eye on the radar if you have midday plans. The Sloth World saga took a major turn: the deaths of 56 sloths are now spurring a push for new Florida exotic animal regulations. The weekend looks good for mornings out — Plaza on Friday, Market on Saturday.

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56 sloth deaths from Sloth World spur push for new Florida exotic animal regulations.

The deaths of 56 sloths tied to the Sloth World rescue operation are now driving a push for new state regulations on exotic animal ownership and care in Florida, WFTV reports. The Central Florida Zoo took in the animals after Sloth World was shut down, and the significant loss of life during the rescue and recovery period has drawn the attention of lawmakers and wildlife advocates who say stronger oversight is long overdue. The effort would set new standards for the housing, care, and transfer of exotic animals — a policy gap that advocates say the Sloth World disaster made impossible to ignore.

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Community Eight Waves Families Receive Bike Donations. Families in the Eight Waves program received bike donations this week — a meaningful gift for kids in a program that supports children and families in Orange County. The Orange Observer has the story behind the gesture. Orange Observer →

Space Coast NASA Names Artemis III Crew as Moon Mission Prep Ramps Up. NASA has named the crew for Artemis III as preparations for the next crewed Moon mission accelerate on Florida’s Space Coast. It’s the next major step in returning humans to the lunar surface. WFTV →

⛅ Storms possible from noon today. Heat climbs toward 95° this weekend.

5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL

WED ⛈ 90° 40%⛈

THU ⛈ 92° 50%⛈

FRI ⛈ 93° 60%⛈

SAT ⛈ 94° 70%⛈

SUN ⛈ 93° 60%⛈

Today brings the earliest storm window of the week — possible from noon, 40% overall. Afternoon storms continue Thursday through Sunday as temperatures climb toward 94° by Saturday. Plan outdoor events for the morning hours.

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More from West Orange and beyond.

Public Safety	Winter Garden Police Sergeant Arrested for Stalking. A Winter Garden Police Department sergeant has been arrested and charged with stalking, according to the Orange Observer. The department has not released additional details on the case. Orange Observer →
Community	Oakland Nail Technician Embraces Community Service. An Oakland nail technician is making her mark through more than beauty — she’s built a reputation for community involvement and giving back to her neighbors. The Orange Observer profiles her work. Orange Observer →
City Hall	Ocoee Leaders Weigh Tax Reform’s Impact on Local Services. City leaders in Ocoee are sounding the alarm on what the state’s property tax cut proposal could mean for local services — from parks and roads to public safety. The Orange Observer has their concerns. Orange Observer →
Sports	WG Squeeze Brings Summer Baseball Back to Horizon West. The Winter Garden Squeeze is back for summer, bringing collegiate wood-bat baseball to Horizon West. It’s a great low-key outing for families looking for live sports this season. Horizon West Happenings →

Up next.

JUN 12	Fridays on the Plaza + 2nd Fridays Summer Bash 8 AM Plaza · 6 PM Flamingo Crossings Town Center
JUN 13	Winter Garden Farmers Market 8 AM–1 PM · Downtown Pavilion · Plant Street
JUN 16	Summer Flix — A Minecraft Movie (PG) 2 PM & 7 PM · Garden Theatre, Downtown · $5

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WFTV · Orange Observer · NWS Melbourne · Horizon West Happenings · June 10, 2026

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