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Screenshot from the ad aired by the Florida House Republican Campaign Committee and endorsed by District 39 Rep. Doug Bankson.
Summersill perplexed by critical ad aired by Bankson, Florida House Republican Campaign Committee
Criticism of Summersill's $13,200 PPP loan is surprising since Bankson also utilized the program. In April 2020, Victory Church World Outreach Center in Apopka, where Bankson is the lead pastor and founder, received a $207,000 PPP loan.
The mural of Meads Bottom by artist German Lemus will be unveiled on Thursday.
Apopka Historical Society unveiling historic Meads Bottom mural Friday
 The Apopka Historical Society will unveil the historic Mead's Bottom Mural on October 4th at 4 p.m. The presentation is at the corner of McGee and 6th Streets (behind the Hilton Garden Inn).
Big changes coming to Medicare prescription drug coverage in 2025
Prescription drug coverage tends to be the part of Medicare that people ask the most questions about, like “What are drug tiers?” and “What’s the donut hole, and how much will my medications cost when I get there?”
Apopka Police Department Arrest Report
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 September 28th.
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Everything coming to Hulu in October
Get ready for a spooktacular October on Hulu! This month, the streaming giant brings a thrilling lineup of new releases, including chilling horror films just in time for Halloween, binge-worthy series premieres, and beloved classics returning to your screens.
Local News
Everything coming to Disney Plus in October
Get ready for a spellbinding October on Disney+, where magic meets adventure! This month, subscribers can dive into a treasure trove of new releases.
City of Apopka begins Hurricane Helene yard debris pickups
The City of Apopka’s Sanitation Division will take all properly prepared storm and regular yard maintenance debris.
Fourth and Fifth graders from Kelly Park School join the Apopka National Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Sep. 28 to commemorate the different Hispanic cultures.
Apopka celebrates its Hispanic heritage
In honor of the accomplishments of the Hispanic community throughout history, Apopka residents gathered to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage.
Business
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District continues to lend a 'Helping Hand'
In partnership with Heart of Florida United Way, LANGD’s Helping Hand has proven to be a vital resource for our community.
The Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Plant is located near Homestead.
Florida regulators conduct workshop on potential nuclear power development
The Florida Public Service Commission is analyzing House Bill 1645, which includes evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of using advanced nuclear power technologies to meet Florida's electricity needs.
Eggs Up Grill Apopka launches “Good Egg” community initiative
Residents of Apopka are invited to nominate individuals who exemplify exceptional dedication and service in our community; Eggs Up Grill wants to hear about them!
Food insecurity is a perplexing problem in a country where there’s enough food for everyone living here – and about 40% of the food produced goes to waste.
The project, "Homegrown: Exploring the Foods that Define Us," highlights the Main Street Apopka program because food brings people together!
Over two years ago, the Orange County Government and the Rollins Crummer Graduate School of Business announced a multi-million-dollar partnership offering tools and training to nonprofits through American Rescue Plan Act funding.
When asked why Accessory Dwelling Units have been so readily embraced in a city some may associate with resistance to change, Davis points to Ukiah’s beloved older neighborhoods that set the precedent for “gentle density” with their cottage courts and townhomes.
Health

Rain and wind and bugs... oh my!

Some mosquitoes in Florida will breed in small containers of standing water. This includes mosquitoes that are vectors for the pathogens that cause dengue, chikungunya, and Zika viruses.

Florida faces $40 million in fines for failing to submit Medicaid reports

The federal government has informed Florida that it is out of compliance with federal regulations because it failed to submit reports regarding its Medicaid program.

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services sent a letter to two top Florida Medicaid officials advising them that the state faces fines and being placed under a corrective action plan unless the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) submits the status reports by the end of the year.

Orange County Medical Clinic now offers Medication-Assisted Therapy services

Medication-Assisted Therapy not only supports individuals in overcoming their dependence on substances but also enhances their engagement in therapy and improves overall treatment outcomes.

Clerk’s Office hosting free legal forum on Domestic Violence Awareness

The forum will include presentations from the Clerk’s Office, Harbor House of Central Florida, the Orange County Sheriff's, and the Ninth Judicial Circuit.

Orange County’s Drug-Free Community Coalition celebrates 25th anniversary

“Over the past quarter-century, the Orange County Drug-Free Community Coalition has been committed to fostering a healthier Orange County,” said Dr. Thomas Hall, Manager for the Orange County’s Drug-Free Community Coalition.

As eastern equine encephalitis spreads, a neurologist explains how to stay safe during this latest outbreak of the ‘triple E’ virus

The “black-legged” or “black-tailed” mosquito is known for infecting humans with the EEE virus.

EEE surfaces nearly every year in the U.S., but with another outbreak of West Nile virus also spreading across the country, health officials are working hard to alert people about the serious risks of getting a mosquito bite.

Florida Veterans’ nursing homes need $3.5 million more to cover expenses until 2025

Florida veterans’ nursing homes don’t have enough money to cover expenses for the next year, according to a budget amendment request.

The department says its homes for veterans are nearing full capacity, with the request for additional funds stating that the occupancy rate has increased by 26% over last year.

Humans infecting animals infecting humans − from COVID-19 to bird flu, preventing pandemics requires protecting all species

Human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected.

Researchers have documented this phenomenon of human-to-animal transmission, colloquially referred to as spillback or reverse zoonotic transmission, in both domestic and wild animals.

Government
With pedestrians and cyclists injured or killed becoming far too common on our roads, Orange County has made roadway safety an important priority.
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 final budget hearing.
Doug Bankson is the incumbent first-term representative of District 39 who spent six years on the Apopka City Council and won his seat in the Florida Legislature in 2022.
The award recognizes exceptional, extraordinary, outstanding, or heroic efforts that result in the prevention of a child abduction or the recovery of a child from a situation of imminent danger.
Commissioner Moore announces transportation study for Apopka and Northwest Orange County
The planning process will include a significant public involvement plan which will inform and involve the citizens of the county and city.
Silver Glen Springs in Ocala is renowned for its crystal-clear waters. Other springs are suffering.
Florida ignores law requiring new rules to protect springs
The Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act designated 30 of the state’s waterways as “Outstanding Florida Springs,” which means they are such Florida treasures that they deserve extra protection.
Apopka Police Department Arrest Report
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 September 21st.
Opinion

Orange County approves $6.9 billion budget; millage rate set at 4.4347

John H. Bridges Community Center
The Orange County Board of Commissioners approved a final $6.9 billion budget. The millage rate was passed without fanfare at 4.4347 mills, a 5.05 percent increase over the rollback rate.
Hello, Apopka City Council and those of you who frequent the public comments podium. We are about to embark on an important week with a City Council meeting and a budget hearing on Wednesday. …
Just steps away from the FDEP public workshop in the St. Johns River Water Management District Apopka Service Center, protesters and invited speakers railed against the DeSantis Administration's failure to prevent harm to the state’s iconic springs.
Rapid, unplanned development leaves Polk County short of utility capacity, and it contemplates big increases in impact fees and an expensive water experiment. Does anything sound familiar here to you, Apopka?
Bonus Content

Emergency housing resources for older Americans in need

Caring.com provides a guide to resources for emergency housing and how to access them amid an increasing number of older Americans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

How efforts to cut long prison sentences have stalled

The Marshall Project reports on the pushback that efforts to cut long prison sentences face from crime victim advocates and conservative groups.

Latino Families Come Together For Hispanic Heritage Month

Family celebrations are even more fun when everyone pitches in during clean up, a long-standing Latino tradition.

(NAPSI)—Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month—Sept 15 to Oct 15—is a good reminder of the strong family ties that are a hallmark of Latino culture. Family traditions are woven into the fabric of …

What one man learned about the value of precise imaging for prostate cancer

(BPT) - When retired aerospace engineer Steve Sakakini was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 61, his doctor said he'd have to have his prostate removed. Caught off guard, Sakakini sought a …