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Chamber President presents economic development package to City Council
In the 2022 election cycle, economic development has become a core issue. Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson and City Commissioner Kyle Becker have debated the approach Apopka should take. more
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City Council votes to extend early voting hours for Apopka elections
Instead of opening the site from 8 am-5 pm on those dates, Council voted 5-0 to increase the hours from 7 am-7 pm - the same times as the March 8th election date. more
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City Council rejects bid from developer for Station Street project
Both Tony Benge (Benge Advisers LLC) and 654 Ventures Inc. are listed as principals for the company, and both have made donations to Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson’s campaign. more
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City of Apopka's concert series Saturday Sounds continues strong with these upcoming bands
Saturday Sounds continues to bring enjoyable weekend options to the the City of Apopka. If you haven't taken the time to check one of these concerts out, put it on your list starting this weekend. more
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City Council expected to approve Apopka Community Center as early voting site
If approved, the Apopka Community Center will be open for early voting from Tuesday, March 1st through Sunday, March 6th from 8 am until 5 pm each day. more
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Breaking News: Becker wins first Apopka Voice Mayoral Readers Poll
Apopka City Commissioner Kyle Becker has won the first Apopka Voice Mayoral Readers Poll with 53% of the votes. 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 results of The Apopka Readers Poll. more
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Commissioner Diane Velazquez, Seat 2
Commissioner Diane Velazquez: Honesty, Authenticity, Integrity, and Communication are core to her platform
The experience I have obtained has expanded my outlook on the responsibilities city commissioners have. I would like to see more synergy between the city council and the city administration. Communication is extremely important.  more
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JK2 Construction begins its 35th year
As the clock ticked down to 2022, the leaders of JK2 Construction had a little more to celebrate. The family company officially entered its 35th year. more
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Becker vs. Nelson: Mayoral Readers Poll going live Friday
On January 31st, Nelson and Becker will square off in a debate. On March 8th, Apopka voters will decide their fate in the 2022 Mayoral Election. But where does this election stand right now? more
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Readers are split on how to handle unfinished City Center
There are coffee shops, restaurants, supermarkets, and apartments in the works, but over five years have passed since Taurus Investments and the City of Apopka signed a contract. 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 two new candidates that have qualified for the 2022 elections in Apopka. more
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Readers want economic development director; prefer a higher millage rate to improve Apopka
Readers of The Apopka Voice spoke loud and clear the last two questions on its Readers Poll last week. They want an economic development director, and they would prefer improvements to the city rather than a modest millage rate reduction.  more
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The Cooper Palms Sportsplex in Apopka.
Cooper's tirade about conditions in Apopka turns heads on City Council
Apopka builder Michael Cooper is not happy with the condition of the south side, and he let the City Council know all about it in a scathing rant at Wednesday's meeting during the public comments section. more
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Readers want investment in amenities, infrastructure and quality of life in budget
Much has been debated and written about budget management, reserves, and investment this year. In the 2022 election, it could be one of the core issues that determine the winners of the mayoral and city commission races.  more
Readers split on annexing South Apopka
Should Apopka annex South Apopka? It's a question that has been asked for generations. But in The Apopka Voice Readers Poll, the answer was mixed, with no majority reached by any of the three possible responses. more
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Opinion: Orange County budget more robust and better equipped to serve South Apopka
The tragedy of segregation, Jim Crow, low-paying jobs, and lack of opportunity demands the best answer possible for South Apopka. Residents deserve equitable government services and equal opportunities.   more
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Apopka Voice readers: Add staff to fire engines
How many firefighters should staff a fire engine? It's a debate the Apopka City Council had during the budget workshops and hearings, but for The Apopka Voice readers, it was no contest. more
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Alexander Smith returns to city commission without a challenge
Commissioner Alexander H. Smith was declared the winner of Seat #1 because no candidate filed to run against him by the time the qualifying week deadline (January 4th at noon) passed. 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 five candidates that have qualified for the 2022 elections in Apopka. more
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Orange County utilities detects historic increase in coronavirus remnants
Data from Orange County Utilities shows that the Omicron variant, first detected in the county in early December, has rapidly become the most dominant version of the virus. more
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Part Five: Becker, Nelson running for mayor in 2022
The fifth part of the series features articles written about the upcoming mayoral election between incumbent Bryan Nelson and his challenger, Commissioner Kyle Becker. more
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Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson (left) and former Mayor Joe Kilsheimer in their 2018 debate.
Becker vs. Nelson: Apopka Chamber announces mayoral debate
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce announced the details of its upcoming mayoral debate between incumbent Mayor Bryan Nelson and his challenger, Commissioner Kyle Becker. more
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Part Six: City Council debates budget and millage rate for FY21-22
The sixth part of the series features articles written about the debate over the budget and millage rate during the budget workshops and hearings. more
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Part Seven: City Council debates funding for the Apopka Fire Department
It was an eventful year for the Apopka Fire Department. Not only did they receive funding to move forward with Fire Station #6, but they also voted to unionize, and were one of the primary issues at the City Council budget workshops. more
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