🌱 See why two Zellwood addresses appeared in this week’s arrest log
Zellwood, Florida Patch AM: a 5 min readWhat's up Zellwood! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See why two Zellwood addresses appeared in this week’s arrest log
- How a new House race could reshape Zellwood’s representation
Also on today's calendar: What Orlando Families Must Know to Help Their Child Get Into Top Colleges and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, temps: high: 91, low: 75.
- Sunday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 74 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Police Beat: APD issues 65 citations May 31 (theapopkachief.com) — Zellwood residents are mentioned in the latest Apopka Police Department crime report, which covers calls, crashes, citations, and 24 arrests from May 31 to June 6. Two people with Zellwood addresses were arrested on separate charges, alongside numerous Apopka and Central Florida residents, offering a snapshot of recent law enforcement activity nearby. 
• Dr. Jarod Fox wins endorsements from Maxwell Frost, LaVon Bracy Davis, RaShon Young in HD 39 race (floridapolitics.com) — Zellwood is part of Florida House District 39, where Democrat Dr. Jarod Fox is challenging incumbent Republican Rep. Doug Bankson in a closely watched race. Fox has picked up endorsements from prominent Democrats Maxwell Frost, LaVon Bracy Davis, and RaShon Young, arguing that rising costs and pressures on healthcare and public schools demand new leadership in Tallahassee.
📸 Around Zellwood
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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MRF's Central FL-Summer Community BBQ →
Kit Land Nelson Park, 10 N Forest Ave, Apopka
11:00 am
Saturday June 13
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Other local events
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Live Music at Eden Abbey
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Eden Abbey Brewing Community 405 S. Highland St. Mount Dora, FL 32757
7:00 pm -
AFTERNOON IN PARIS - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
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Saturday Brunch at Eden Abbey
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Eden Abbey Brewing Community 405 S. Highland St. Mount Dora, FL 32757
12:00 pm -
Public Health Plant Powerful - Pot-Luck Meal Whole Food Plant Based Vegan
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce W.T. Bland Public Library 1995 North Donnelly St. Community Room Mt. Dora 32757 352-735-7180
3:00 pm -
EVENING IN PARIS - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
5:00 pm -
Live Music at Eden Abbey
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Eden Abbey Brewing Community 405 S. Highland St. Mount Dora, FL 32757
7:00 pm -
Mount Dora Village Market
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Sunset Park Downtown Mount Dora
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What Orlando Families Must Know to Help Their Child Get Into Top Colleges →
721 W New England Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32789
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What Orlando families must know to help their child get into top colleges →
140 E Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary
3:00 pm
Friday June 12
Saturday June 13
Sunday June 14
Sunday June 28
📣 Zellwood Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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AFTERNOON IN PARIS - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
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Which Digital Marketing Platforms & Strategies Work in 2026
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Online Event
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EVENING IN PARIS - The Mount Dora Bistro
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 341 Alexander St, Mt Dora, FL 32757
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Artisans June Featured Artists Reception
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Artisans of Mount Dora 139 E. 4th Ave. Mount Dora FL
5:00 pm
Friday June 12
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Help Wanted
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Need duct cleaning on a 2 story home.
Lots of scammers so please message me the quote and availability! (Nextdoor Round Lake Road)
- ProLogistix posted a job opening for Fabricator/Forklift Operator in Apopka. Apply here.
- Lowe's posted a job opening for Full Time - Receiver/Stocker - Overnight in Mount Dora. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Zellwood here.
🗞 Nearby News
Apopka
- Apopka Little League's Littlest All-Stars start tournament (theapopkachief.com)
- Lake Apopka Natural Gas District offering skilled trades scholarships (orangeobserver.com)
- Baby Tales at OCLS - Apopka (macaronikid.com)
Ocoee
- Westyn Bay home tops Ocoee home sales from June 1-7 (orangeobserver.com)
- Ocoee leaders shed light on tax reform's effects on local services (orangeobserver.com)
Ok Zellwood! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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