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The Apopka Historical Society proudly hosted a special event in honor of Women's History Month, featuring Commissioner Diane Velazquez and local artist Ms. Delia Miller.
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From the Apopka Historical Society
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4/3/24
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he groups have penned two separate letters in recent days to the governor, who received the bill (HB 433) on Tuesday from the Legislature.
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By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix
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4/3/24
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Recently, that spirit of diversity in Orange County was in the national spotlight thanks to Netflix’s hit show, Somebody Feed Phil.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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4/3/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly arrest report that includes arrests, crashes, calls for service, and traffic citations. This report is for the week ending March 30th.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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4/3/24
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Commissioner Nick Nesta will unveil the specifics of his call for a forensic audit of City finances at the April 3rd Apopka City Council meeting.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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4/2/24
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Toll relief began April 1 and will save some commuters who frequently drive through toll plazas hundreds of dollars over the course of a year after the state has promised to reimburse 50% of those toll costs back to drivers.
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By Andrew Powell | The Center Square
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4/2/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.
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From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports
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4/2/24
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Supreme Court ruling: Voters in November will be able to decide on recreational marijuana in Florida
The official ballot summary allows adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical personal consumption.
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By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix
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4/1/24
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The Florida Museum of History attracts 55,000 people a year to view its 46,800 artifacts — or rather, it did until 2022, when it closed for repairs.
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By Craig Pittman
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4/1/24
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This free forum will provide information and answer questions about public records, court records, sealing, and expungement. Featured topics will include what type of documents are public records and how to request them.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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4/1/24
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In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the Apopka City Commission elections.
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From Staff Reports
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3/31/24
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It's best to view a politician through the prism of their motivations. If they are considering a run for office, voters should be aware of the possibility.
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Mr. Wayne Monte Rollins, age 68, was last seen near his Apopka residence on March 28th at approximately 6:00 a.m. and never returned home.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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3/29/24
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Mr. Wayne Monte Rollins, age 68, was last seen near his Apopka residence on March 28th at approximately 6:00 a.m. and never returned home.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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3/28/24
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Too many ordinary citizens in District 2 do not feel empowered. We must restructure smaller interdependent teams based on neighborhoods and local areas so all feel welcome. In essence, we must become …
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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3/27/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly arrest report that includes arrests, crashes, calls for service, and traffic citations. This report is for the week ending March 23rd.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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3/27/24
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If the Supreme Court does approve the language, Floridians will vote on the measure in November. If approved with 60% of the vote, the measure would go into effect in May 2025.
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By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix
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3/26/24
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The award highlighted the shelter’s cruelty investigations and mitigation programs, community action team, spay and neuter program, the pneumovirus outbreak response, and outreach and education initiatives.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/26/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.
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From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports
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3/26/24
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The new law (HB 3) bars access to social media accounts for kids under age 13, with access to 14- and 15-year-olds allowed with parental consent.
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By Michael Moline, Florida Phoenix
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3/25/24
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We should always celebrate water in Florida. We’re surrounded on three sides by the stuff. It’s a major tourist attraction, and right now, water is worth a lot of money.
Friday marks World Water Day. I feel bad about this, but I just know I’m going to be late sending out Water Day cards this year.
But we can …
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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3/25/24
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Municipal campaigns require a well-planned strategy. Running for office can be daunting and requires a lot of resources, including time, effort, and, most importantly, money.
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In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the 2024 Apopka elections.
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From Staff Reports
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3/24/24
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The project will transform the former nursery on Lust Road into a unique park, adorned with native plants, restored bird habitat, walking trails, and a visitors’ center.
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From Orange Audubon
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3/21/24
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In an election that decides who will make decisions for a city of 60,000 residents and a budget eclipsing $165 million, it's disheartening that only 12% of registered voters participated.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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3/21/24
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