In 2023, the Apopka City Council took the first steps toward transitioning from a local bank-heavy portfolio to a more diversified investment plan.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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2/12/24
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Richardson and his opponent, Nadia Anderson, are both first-time candidates. Whoever is victorious will have to fill a vacancy left by the past two vice-mayors of Apopka.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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2/12/24
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The ceremony will be held outside the beautiful courtyard steps of the iconic Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando for up to 30 couples.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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2/12/24
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The legislative measure under question (HB 1613) would limit THC in hemp products to no more than 2 milligrams per serving and no more than 10 milligrams per container.
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By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix
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2/12/24
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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 a political endorsement in the Seat #4 race.
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From Staff Reports
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2/11/24
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The centers are urging lawmakers to adjust the rates to cover what they've found to be a gap of $106, or just over 42%, for every Medicaid patient visit.
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By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection
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2/11/24
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Breaking News: The Apopka Firefighters Association released a statement this morning endorsing Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta, who is running for re-election to Seat #4.
The Apopka Professional Firefighters Association is pleased to announce that we are endorsing Nick Nesta for re-election in the upcoming commissioner race for Seat …
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From Staff Reports
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2/9/24
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Apopka City Commissioner Kyle Becker announced on his Facebook page that he and his family are moving from Apopka in the coming months.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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2/8/24
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Pittman: "A couple of bills are making their way through the current session that seems to be pro-littering. They would ban local governments and state agencies from imposing regulations against single-use plastic items like bags, bottles, and even Styrofoam."
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Florida lawmakers are advancing bills that would regulate food delivery platforms in the Sunshine State while adding identity protections for consumers.
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By Andrew Powell, The Center Square
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2/8/24
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Florida House Bill 1469 would prohibit a person from using a wireless device in a handheld manner while operating a motor vehicle.
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By Andrew Powell, The Center Square
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2/7/24
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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 February 3rd.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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2/7/24
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A perfect example of conflict resolution took place in the last couple of weeks when a local youth sports organization and the Apopka Parks and Recreation Department butted heads before ultimately finding resolve.
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Tax abatements have long been a tool cities use to encourage developers to build homes low-income residents can afford.
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By Robbie Sequeira, Stateline
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2/6/24
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The group said it will require one million signatures of registered voters in Florida to get the measure on the ballot. As of December 31st, there are more than 13.3 million voters.
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By David Beasley, The Center Square
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2/6/24
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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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2/6/24
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If passed, HB 49 will ease child labor restrictions, allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to work the same hours as adults, and no legal requirements for breaks in the workplace.
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By Jackie Llanos, Florida Phoenix
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2/5/24
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In case you missed it, the Apopka News Week in Review includes six articles that shaped the City- all in one place, including details on a new development in Apopka.
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From Staff Reports
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2/4/24
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Save Orange County is a Central Florida organization that has repeatedly had to fight off developer assaults on its rural community adjacent to the Econlockhatchee River.
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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2/1/24
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Demings: "Together, we celebrated newly installed public artwork on display at our Sculpture on the Lawn exhibit outside the County Administration Building and opened our doors to the public during our Open House and Job Fair event last month.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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2/1/24
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The Florida House will vote on HB 49, which would allow 16- and 17-year-olds to work more than eight hours per day and more than 30 hours a week during the school year.
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By Jackie Llanos, Florida Phoenix
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1/31/24
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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 January 27th.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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1/31/24
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The Apopka Police Department and agencies nationwide are using high-visibility enforcement techniques to improve the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians.
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From Staff Reports and the Apopka Police Department
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1/30/24
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Senate Bill 1716 would make significant changes to the Citizens Property Insurance Corporation by merging the corporation’s multiple accounts into one.
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By Andrew Powell, The Center Square
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1/30/24
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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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1/30/24
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