Polka Dotz reopening at a new location · TikTok squishy toy burn warning for parents · Super Mario Galaxy Summer Flix tomorrow 2 PM & 7 PM · Rock 'N Rev new hours · Phở Bar opens near Orlando · Python Challenge returns
MONDAY, JULY 13  ·  ⛅ 95° · 50% STORMS AFTER 11 AM  ·  SUPER MARIO FLIX TOMORROW  ·  POLKA DOTZ REOPENING
MONDAY, JULY 13, MMXXVI  ·  WEST ORANGE CO., FL
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⛅ 95° · Heat Index 103° · 50% Storms After 11 AM
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Local BusinessWinter Garden
Polka Dotz is reopening at a new location.
Polka Dotz boutique Winter Garden
Polka Dotz, the beloved local boutique, is coming back — at a new location, the Orange Observer reports. Details on where and when are in the Observer’s coverage. It’s exactly the kind of local business news our community loves to hear: a familiar name finding new footing and sticking around for the long run.
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Parent Alert
A TikTok Trend Involving Squishy Toys Is Sending Kids to the ER with Burns.
A viral TikTok trend involving squishy toys is landing children in the hospital with severe burns, WFTV reports. If your kids are on TikTok this summer, this one is worth knowing about before they try it.
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The Florida Python Challenge Is Back, Targeting Invasive Burmese Pythons in the Everglades.
The annual Florida Python Challenge has returned, sending hunters into the Everglades to help reduce the invasive Burmese python population, WFTV reports. It’s open to the public — no experience required.
WFTV →
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◆ Tomorrow at Garden Theatre
Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Just $5.
Summer Flix at Garden Theatre kicks off its $5 Tuesday screenings with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG) tomorrow, July 14. Two showings: 2 PM for the afternoon crowd and 7 PM for the evening. Grab tickets online before they sell out — at five bucks a seat, this one fills up fast.
Tue Jul 14 · 2 PM & 7 PM$5 Tickets · Garden TheatreRated PG
⛅ 95° today, 50% storms after 11 AM. Drier mid-week.
5-DAY · NWS MELBOURNE · WINTER GARDEN, FL
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Today and Tuesday both carry 40–50% storm chances kicking in before noon. Wednesday and Thursday dry out considerably (20%) as Saharan dust settles in and suppresses afternoon storms — though temperatures stay in the mid-to-upper 90s all week.
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●  Around Town
More from West Orange and Central Florida.
Local Business
Rock ‘N Rev Has Updated Its Business Hours.
Rock ‘N Rev, the local entertainment dining spot in West Orange, has updated its hours, the Orange Observer reports. Worth checking the new schedule before your next visit.
Orange Observer →
Food & Drink
Phở Bar Vietnamese Kitchen Opens at Dellagio Town Center.
Phở Bar Vietnamese Kitchen has opened at Dellagio Town Center, the Orange Observer reports. A new pho and Vietnamese option for the greater Orlando area — details on the menu and location are in the Observer’s coverage.
Orange Observer →
Heads Up
Health Insurance Costs Could Rise Significantly Next Year.
WFTV reports that health insurance premiums could spike next year for many Floridians. If you’re shopping for coverage during open enrollment later this year, it’s worth reading up on what’s coming so you’re not caught off guard.
WFTV Channel 9 →
Consumer Alert
Fraudulent Contractor Sentenced for Scam Targeting Hurricane Ian Victims.
A contractor who ran a fraud scheme targeting Floridians seeking repairs after Hurricane Ian has been sentenced, WFTV reports. A reminder to always verify contractor licenses and get multiple quotes before signing anything — especially after storms.
WFTV Channel 9 →
■  Calendar
This week in West Orange.
JUL
13
Opening Doors: Zoning for Business + Oakland Town Commission
Zoning Workshop 6 PM · Oakland Commission 7 PM · Mon
JUL
14
Summer Flix: The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (PG) — $5
2 PM & 7 PM · Tue · Garden Theatre
JUL
15
Horizon West Kids Expo
4:00 PM · Wed · Horizon West
JUL
16
Flamingos & Fuel Cruise Night
6:00 PM · Thu · Horizon West
JUL
17
Summer Flix: Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (PG-13) — $5
7:00 PM · Fri · Garden Theatre
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