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Motorists are advised that the Florida Department of Transportation will implement an overnight closure of U.S. 441/Main Street at Park Avenue beginning Sunday, January 18, through Thursday, January 22.
Traffic Advisory: Overnight closures planned on U.S. 441/Main Street at Park Avenue for signal upgrades
Motorists should expect overnight closures and detours on U.S. 441/Main Street at Park Avenue beginning Sunday, January 18, as crews work to upgrade traffic signals. The Florida Department of Transportation says closures will occur nightly through Thursday, January 22, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices declined 17 cents in 10 days
The U.S. price of crude finished the week higher than the week before. Friday's closing price was $59.12 per barrel. That's an increase of $1.80/b (3%).  more
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Apopka City Council rejects Golden Gem Road transfer
The Apopka City Council voted January 7 to deny an interlocal agreement with Orange County that would have transferred a section of Golden Gem Road into city jurisdiction. Residents raised concerns about safety risks, long-term costs, and whether the proposed funding would be sufficient to bring the road up to city standards. more
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A Florida bill would ban the use of cell phones on the road.
Florida drivers can’t hold their phones on the road, a new bill says
A Florida bill that would prohibit drivers from holding or using handheld devices while driving has been refiled ahead of the 2026 legislative session. Supporters say the measure would strengthen the state’s distracted driving laws and align Florida with more than 30 other states that already require hands-free driving. more
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Florida gas prices lower than last year, but global uncertainty looms
While recent developments in Venezuela have drawn attention, oil prices remain relatively stable. Friday’s closing price for U.S. crude oil was $57.32 per barrel, up just 58 cents from the previous week. more
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Florida considers eliminating vehicle registration stickers
Florida drivers may no longer need the familiar yellow registration decal on their license plates under legislation introduced in the state Legislature. Supporters say electronic verification would cut costs, reduce fraud, and modernize how vehicle registrations are tracked. more
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Inside Florida’s Transportation Engineering: Designing a Safer, Faster Sunshine State
From "listening" to the ground for sinkholes to re-engineering how we turn left, here is an inside look at how engineers are redesigning the Sunshine State. more
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Florida gas prices rise as holiday travelers hit the road
Florida gas prices edged higher this week as millions of drivers began holiday travel across the state. Despite the increase, prices remain lower than last month and below this time last year, according to AAA. more
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The Growing Impact of Negligent Driving on Public Safety
By examining common causes and real-world impacts, readers can gain a clearer understanding of why awareness, accountability, and prevention play a critical role in improving road safety for everyone. more
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AAA offers ‘Tow to Go’ during year-end holidays to prevent impaired driving
 AAA is bringing back its free, life-saving Tow to Go program to help keep impaired drivers off the road during the holiday season. The service offers a confidential ride and tow home as a last-resort option to prevent drunk or impaired driving. more
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Florida launches America 250 license plate
“The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is honored to give Floridians a meaningful way to participate in our nation’s 250th anniversary,” said Executive Director Dave Kerner. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices decline as millions make year-end travel plans
Florida's average gas price has declined 31 cents in the past 23 days. Sunday's average price of $2.81 per gallon is 11 cents less than last week. more
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New Florida license plate law causes confusion, but decorative frames remain legal
A new Florida law targeting license plate obstruction has sparked confusion among drivers after misinformation spread online. State Rep. Doug Bankson and the Apopka Police Department say the law does not ban decorative license plate frames, as long as the required plate information remains visible. more
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Lifehacks Every Floridian Homeowner Should Know
Whether it's dealing with scorching summers, unpredictable storms, or maintaining your property, being equipped with the right lifehacks can save time, energy, and money. more
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The intersection of Sheeler Avenue and Cleveland Street will be experiencing changes next week.
Traffic Alert: Intersection at Sheeler Avenue and Cleveland Street converting to four-way stop
A major traffic pattern change is coming to the intersection of Sheeler Avenue and Cleveland Street, where Orange County engineers will convert the existing two-way stop into an all-way stop on December 16. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices are down 10 cents
Oil prices are trending higher. The U.S. price for a barrel of crude rose 4% in the past two weeks. Friday's closing price of $60.08 per barrel is $1.53/b more than the week before. more
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Walking to school shouldn’t be life-threatening: Maine parents show how small fixes can calm dangerous streets
Families in Hallowell, Maine, confronted a dangerous school route where speeding drivers and a blind hill put children at daily risk. Armed with data and a low-cost traffic-calming plan, local parents pushed their city to finally take action. Could this plan work in Apopka? more
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AAA: Florida gas prices rise 20 cents ahead of Thanksgiving
Of the record-setting 81.8 million Americans forecast to travel 50 miles or more, 90% (73 million) will drive. In Florida, more than 4.25 million residents are expected to venture out. Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons are forecast to be the busiest times on the road. more
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Updating Breaking News: Two dead, two seriously injured after a two-vehicle collision in Apopka
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle collision in Apopka yesterday that resulted in the death of two passengers and serious injuries to two others. more
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The most scenic routes to drive around Orlando
Car rental marketplace Turo has compiled a list of scenic routes near Orlando to help travelers discover these hidden gems. These drives will reveal a Florida that’s calm, colorful, peaceful, and genuine. From peaceful countryside lanes to coastal causeways, here are some of the best, most beautiful drives you can take around Orlando. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices are up 12 cents from last week
So far this year, the state average has bounced between $2.84 and $3.23 per gallon. The autumn fuel-demand dip, global oil oversupply, and switch to winter-blend gasoline have contributed to the discount at the pump. more
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How cities can make streets safer before a crisis hits
On Rochester’s Anderson Avenue, residents are watching cars speed past their homes while city policy says the problem isn’t yet severe enough to warrant basic safety fixes. The story highlights a growing shift toward a new model of street safety—one that treats safety as a core duty, uses quick, low-cost interventions, and actively partners with residents to prevent crashes before they happen. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices fall to new 2025 low
Florida has followed a familiar cycle for over a year, where the state average declines for 5-10 days, then shoots up 10-20 cents before moving lower again.  more
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AAA: Florida gas prices rise 10 cents; state average remains under $3 per gallon
Last week, the state average fell from $2.92 on Sunday to $2.87 per gallon on Tuesday. By Friday, it jumped 11 cents to $2.98. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices ticked up slightly from last week
Throughout the past year, gas prices mostly bounced between $2.91 per gallon and $3.23. Last week, the state average peaked at $2.96 per gallon.  more
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