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Best Foot Forward: Orange County Sheriff's Office cracks down on crosswalk violations
On April 9th, the Best Foot Forward for Pedestrian Safety coalition and Orange County Sheriff's Office conducted a crosswalk enforcement operation at Apopka-Vineland Road and 1st Street.
Orange County investing $2.1 million on Lake Apopka Loop Trail
The Lake Apopka Loop Trail is one of Northwest Orange County's most popular outdoor destinations. The multi-use trail encompasses almost 15 miles of stunning landscapes and trails.
Fostering furbabies is a calling for Orange County resident Beth Otto
Although she’s fostered over 900 abandoned cats and kittens since 2009, Beth Otto admits she wasn’t always a cat lover.
Orange County celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant Program
Over the past five years, the programs in Orange County have funded the rehabilitation of more than 1,000 rental units, provided rental assistance to hundreds of households, built new community centers and health clinics, boosted the supply of affordable housing, and much more.
Orange County managing supply chain issues with agility and adaptability
It has been three years since the COVID pandemic, but its effects, international conflicts, and inflationary pressures still make it difficult for governments to obtain goods and services.
Orange County Clerk of Courts hosting Operation Green Light
Operation Green Light is being held statewide from April 6-20th. This initiative aims to help thousands of people with overdue traffic tickets or criminal fines whose driver's licenses have been suspended.
Somebody Feed Phil
Demings: "Orange County is diverse and inclusive"
Recently, that spirit of diversity in Orange County was in the national spotlight thanks to Netflix’s hit show, Somebody Feed Phil.
Clerk’s Office hosts next free legal forum: Public Records
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.
Moore: "We achieve success by working harmoniously and with a shared purpose"
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 …
Orange County Animal Services honored as Outstanding Agency of the Year
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.
On Thursday, Homes in Partnership, Inc. broke ground on developing 29 single-family homes priced in the mid-$200,000s in the second phase of its affordable Holly Creek community in Zellwood. 
Homes in Partnership breaking ground on 29 single-family homes in Zellwood
Since 2020, Homes in Partnership has built and provided homes to 157 individuals and families in Lake, Marion, Orange, and Sumter counties, with an additional 65 planned for 2024 – 2025.
Orange County unveils the largest floating solar array in the Southeastern United States
Aligned with Orange County’s Sustainable Operations & Resilience Action Plan, the project underscores the county’s dedication toward 100% clean, renewable energy by 2035.
Guest Readers Month engages residents, champions Early Childhood Literacy
Observed annually throughout April, the campaign champions early childhood literacy by inviting area residents to Head Start centers for classroom reading.
Clerk of Courts reminds public of their right to know during Sunshine Week
While Sunshine Week is only once a year, Clerks uphold government transparency with accurate recordkeeping and efficient reporting every day.
Sidewalks: A cost-effective way to save lives
The county is committed to the federal Vision Zero Plan, which states as its goal, that even one traffic fatality is too many. The plan lists adding sidewalks as the most effective the lowest cost remedy for saving lives.
Rapid Rehousing services provided for Orange County homeless young adults with HIV
Ten applications nationwide were awarded, and Orange County was the only one awarded to provide services specifically targeting youth and young adults living with HIV.