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Freshfields Farm grocery proposal headlines Wednesday's Apopka City Council agenda
A proposed Freshfields Farm grocery store is expected to take center stage when the Apopka City Council meets Wednesday afternoon. The project would convert a vacant commercial parcel into a perishable food market, alongside an agenda that includes possible utility rate decreases and several development and budget items. more
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How one city fixed its sidewalks — and rebuilt trust along the way
Sidewalks are easy to ignore until they become a daily hazard. But Denver’s decision to take maintenance out of homeowners’ hands and fund repairs citywide has transformed neighborhoods — and demonstrated how basic services can quietly rebuild civic trust. more
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Debate Night in Apopka! Moore vs. Nelson vs. Nesta
The city’s lengthy mayoral race reaches a pivotal moment Tuesday night as Bryan Nelson, Christine Moore, and Nick Nesta meet in their first full debate. With growth pressures, rising utility rates, and questions about transparency dominating the campaign, the forum could shape late-deciding voters heading into the final stretch. more
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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
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 upcoming debates and city commission races. more
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Commissioner Diane Velázquez is running for her third term on the Apopka City Council.
Still Standing: After 12 years, Diane Velazquez makes her case for another term in Seat #2
After seven ballot appearances and more votes than any local candidate in the past decade, Diane Velazquez is asking voters for another term on Seat 2. Her campaign centers on trust, written policies, infrastructure planning, and the belief that consistent leadership still matters in a fast-growing city. more
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Malika Harrison frames Seat 4 bid as an extension of service, not politics
First-time candidate Malika Harrison says her run for Apopka City Commission Seat 4 is rooted in a lifetime of community service rather than political ambition. With an open seat and a March election approaching, Harrison is positioning her campaign around trust, transparency, and intentional leadership as the city continues to grow. more
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Four debates set to shape Apopka’s 2026 election season
With mail-in ballots about to go out and Election Day just weeks away, Apopka voters will have four opportunities in early February to see candidates face off in public forums and debates. The events, hosted by media outlets and civic organizations, signal rising engagement in a closely watched local election. more
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The Pendulum or the Axe: Which will swing in 2026?
Apopka voters have a long history of swinging between upheaval and stability, and the city’s three City Commission races may signal which direction comes next. With incumbency, experience, and reform all on the ballot, March 10 could reshape the council — or reinforce the status quo. more
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Apopka to open cold weather shelter at local churches this weekend; Orange County shelters remain open
The City of Apopka will open a Cold Weather Shelter on multiple nights this weekend to assist residents during periods of cold weather. Local churches will host the shelter, with dinner and breakfast provided. more
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DRC to review industrial land use change, two subdivisions, and Wolf Lake Ranch plans Wednesday
Apopka’s Development Review Committee will meet on Wednesday morning with a full agenda that includes an industrial land use amendment, two residential subdivisions, and construction plans for Wolf Lake Ranch. The DRC is a staff-level review meeting that shapes projects early, before they advance to the Planning Commission or City Council. more
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George Smith, after qualifying to run in the Apopka City Commission Seat #2 election.
George Smith enters Apopka City Commission Seat #2 race with call for transparency and smarter growth
George Smith, a Navy veteran and Apopka resident, is running for City Commission Seat 2 with a platform centered on transparency, accountability, and more deliberate growth management. Smith says decisions made now will shape Apopka for decades — and residents deserve a clearer voice in shaping those decisions. more
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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
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 the Apopka mayoral election. more
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The Northwest Recreation Complex
Level the playing field: Apopka soccer club questions rental rates at Northwest Recreation Complex
A dispute over youth sports field rental rates at Apopka’s Northwest Recreation Complex is drawing renewed attention at City Hall as the City moves forward with a competitive bidding process. Central Florida Soccer Club leaders and supporters say the RFP was applied only to CFSC, raising concerns about fairness, transparency, and the future of travel soccer for more than 500 local children. more
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City Council adopts policy to advance legal defense funds for mayor, commissioners in certain civil cases
Should taxpayers help cover legal bills for elected officials facing civil lawsuits? That debate took center stage in Apopka as the City Council approved a new policy allowing the city to advance legal defense funds in certain non-criminal cases — a move that drew sharp criticism from several residents. more
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The busy intersection of Welch and Rock Springs Roads will be discussed at the NOWOCATS meetings next week in Apopka.
Two public meetings set to discuss Northwest Orange County transportation plan
Two public meetings will be held next week to discuss a long-range transportation plan to improve travel for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users in Northwest Orange County. The sessions will include maps, a presentation on roadway conditions, and time for questions and public comments. more
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Dr. Angela Turner is taking on Commissioner Diane Velazquez in Seat #2 of the Apopka City Commission election.
Angela Turner wants to be Apopka’s agent of change in the Seat 2 race
Dr. Angela Turner is new to Apopka politics, but she’s not new to leadership. The Seat 2 challenger says she’s running to bring “fiscal responsibility and transparency” to City Hall, with a focus on infrastructure, smart growth, and making residents feel heard. more
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Apopka marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day with its 17th annual parade through South Apopka, as residents gathered in the cold to honor the civil rights leader’s legacy.
Apopka braves the cold for 17th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
Residents lined Central Avenue Monday afternoon for Apopka’s 17th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, turning out in heavy coats and beanies as temperatures dipped into the 30s. The event, hosted by the South Apopka Ministerial Alliance, brought together local schools, churches, nonprofits, and civic leaders in a moving tribute to Dr. King’s enduring message of unity and justice. more
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Wyld Oaks zoning ordinances pulled from Apopka City Council agenda as development continues to evolve
City staff and the developer agreed to pull two advertised Wyld Oaks ordinances for re-advertisement, while the council is still set to vote on the city’s strategic plan, nonprofit grants, utility agreements, and a legal expenses policy. more
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Apopka's 2026 Mayoral Election: A lawsuit, a three-way field, and a city in transition
Apopka’s 2026 municipal elections are shaping up to be the city’s most competitive in years, with 10 candidates running for four seats and a mayoral contest that has become a full-on political drama. Analysis by The Apopka Voice Managing Editor Reggie Connell. more
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DRC to review child care facility plan, Hermit Smith Road industrial proposal Wednesday
Apopka’s Development Review Committee will meet on Wednesday at City Hall to review two first-submittal development items, including a proposed Joy Child Academy child care facility and the Hermit Smith Industrial site plan. The agenda also includes three special event requests scheduled for February and June. more
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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including fundraising details on the 10 candidates running for the Apopka City Council. more
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The 17th Annual Apopka MLK Jr. Parade is dedicated to honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It stands as a testament to the enduring values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Apopka honors Dr. King’s legacy with 17th annual MLK Parade
Apopka will commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday with the city’s 17th annual MLK Parade in South Apopka. Organized by the South Apopka Ministerial Alliance, the parade celebrates Dr. King’s message of justice, service, and community unity. more
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Warming centers to open in Apopka and across Orange County as temperatures drop below 40 degrees
The City of Apopka will open a Cold Weather Shelter in partnership with One Family Church to support residents during the upcoming cold nights. Apopka residents may also access Orange County–operated warming centers as temperatures fall below 40 degrees. more
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Former Apopka City Commissioner Kyle Becker has endorsed current City Commissioner Nick Nesta in his bid to become the next mayor.
Former Apopka City Commissioner Kyle Becker endorses Nick Nesta for mayor
Former Apopka Vice Mayor and City Commissioner Kyle Becker has endorsed Nick Nesta in the 2026 race for Mayor of Apopka. Becker said Nesta’s leadership and deep roots in the city make him the clear choice to move Apopka forward. more
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Baron, Ruth, and Velazquez take fundraising leads in city commission races
Seven candidates entered the 2026 Apopka City Commission races in December, and newly filed campaign finance reports offer the first look at how their campaigns are taking shape. While some candidates quickly raised or loaned money to their campaigns, others reported modest activity or none at all. more
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