SATURDAY, JUNE 27  ·  ☀ 94° STORMS AFTER NOON  ·  FARMERS MARKET 8 AM  ·  7 DAYS TO JULY 4

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL

Good Morning, Winter Garden

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Orlando just opened a time capsule sealed in 1976. Here’s what they found inside.

Orlando has unveiled a time capsule from 1976, offering a revealing glimpse into what the city looked like half a century ago, WFTV reports. The opening comes as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday — a fitting moment to look back at what Central Florida was in 1976, the same year the country marked its 200th. The contents paint a picture of a region on the cusp of the growth that would define the next fifty years. For longtime residents, it’s a window into a very different Orlando.

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America 250 Orlando Airport Is Hosting a Free Concert for America’s 250th. Orlando International Airport is hosting a free concert as part of the America 250th anniversary celebrations, WFTV reports — a fun and accessible way to mark the milestone before the July 4th weekend festivities kick into full gear. WFTV Channel 9 →

Orlando Universal Orlando Has Stunning Sand Sculptures in Its Hotel Lobbies. Universal Orlando Resort has unveiled elaborate sand sculptures inside its hotel lobbies, WFTV reports — an eye-catching summer touch worth seeing if you’re heading to the resort before Epic Universe opens its next chapter. WFTV Channel 9 →

☀ Clear this morning for the Market, then 50% storms after noon. Sunday is the best day of the week at 30%.

5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL

SAT ☀ 94° 50%⛈

SUN ☀ 95° 30%⛈

MON ⛈ 96° 60%⛈

TUE ⛈ 93° 70%⛈

WED ⛈ 93° 70%⛈

Morning looks great for the Market before storms build after noon. Sunday is the best day at 30% — good for outdoor plans. Storms pick up significantly Monday through Wednesday (60–70%), so plan accordingly heading into the July 4th week.

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More from West Orange and beyond.

Travel Avelo Airlines Is Adding Four More Flights from Central Florida. Avelo Airlines is expanding its Central Florida footprint with four additional routes, Fox 35 reports — good news for local travelers looking for budget-friendly departure options from airports like Orlando Sanford and Orlando International as summer travel heats up. Fox 35 →

Sports Free World Cup Watch Party at Pointe Orlando with Orlando City. Orlando City is hosting a free FIFA World Cup watch party at Pointe Orlando, Fox 35 reports. The event is open to the public — a good option for fans who want to catch the tournament in a lively crowd setting as the World Cup rolls toward the knockout rounds. Fox 35 →

Florida Nine Charged in Massive Florida Medicare Healthcare Fraud Takedown. Nine people have been charged in a large-scale Florida healthcare fraud case involving Medicare, Fox 35 reports. Federal prosecutors are targeting a network alleged to have defrauded the government of millions — a reminder to seniors and families to stay alert to billing irregularities. Fox 35 →

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