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Feds declare timber emergency after decades of employment decline in the industry
The Trump administration's recent order to increase timber production has raised hopes for rural communities hit hard by decades of logging decline, but questions remain over its legality and long-term impact. more
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Report: Materials impacted by tariffs are raising home construction prices in Florida
A new Florida TaxWatch report warns that tariffs and rising material prices are driving up the cost of homebuilding and road projects, adding about $10,000 to the price of a house and up to 9% to transportation construction. The report points to supply chain issues, higher labor costs, and reliance on imports for materials like lumber, metals, and gypsum as key pressures keeping construction costs elevated. more
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Curaleaf opens new medical cannabis dispensary in Apopka
Curaleaf has opened a new medical marijuana dispensary at 1809 E. Semoran Blvd. in Apopka. The dispensary offers patients a wide range of cannabis products, including flower, vapes, and edibles. The grand opening celebration with the Apopka Chamber of Commerce is set for September 19, and it will feature promotions, giveaways, and a livestream with the company’s cultivation team. more
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What’s the average house price in the USA?
Average U.S. home prices are showing a downward trend in 2025, with the Census Bureau reporting a July median of $403,800 for new single-family homes, down nearly 6% from last year. Data from Zillow and Redfin reveal similar declines, highlighting how interest rates, supply, and shifting demand are shaping today’s housing market. more
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Quest receives $25,000 grant from the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation
Quest, Inc. received a $25,000 grant from the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation to expand its Quest Kids Academy and Quest Kids Therapy programs. This will give 55 children from low-income families access to specialized education and life-skills training. more
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Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley reads to a cookies and milk crowd at the Orange County Branch Library in Apopka.
Apopka Police Department invites families to Cookies and Milk with a Cop storytime this weekend
Children and families are invited to join the Apopka Police Department for Cookies and Milk with a Cop: Storytime, a morning of stories, crafts, and community connection. Hosted at the North Orange Branch Library, the program helps kids see officers as approachable role models while they enjoy cookies and milk provided by McDonald’s. more
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Join LANGD in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District is proud to honor Hispanic Heritage Month by recognizing the lasting contributions of Hispanic and Latino leaders in the energy industry. From pioneering advancements in natural gas and energy technology to advocating for affordable, reliable solutions, their impact continues to shape a stronger future for all communities. more
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100 years and counting: Winn-Dixie celebrates a century of serving communities
Winn-Dixie is celebrating its 100th anniversary this September with special throwback pricing, free community birthday bashes, and a renewed commitment to supporting neighbors in need. The grocer’s centennial also includes a $200,000 donation to Feeding America and local food banks across the Southeast. more
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It took more than a century for Chicago’s Haymarket Square to get this memorial to the historic labor strife that occurred there.
Labor Day and May Day emerged from the movement for a shorter workday in industrial America
While much of the world observes May Day on May 1 to honor workers’ political and economic power, the U.S. and Canada celebrate Labor Day on the first Monday in September, emphasizing rest, leisure, and family traditions. Both holidays share roots in the 19th-century fight for an eight-hour workday, reflecting a broader struggle for workers’ control over their own time and lives. more
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Apopka Chamber slow to respond as CEO’s firing leaves key questions unanswered
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is under pressure after President and CEO Dr. Nick Grounds's termination. Despite a statement defending the decision, Chamber leaders have not responded to specific questions about debts, liabilities, the committee’s authority, or the reason Grounds was terminated. more
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Apopka Serves Foundation charts new course with focus on community impact
What started as a Chamber of Commerce committee has become the Apopka Serves Foundation, an independent nonprofit. With new leadership and a renewed mission, the organization is cutting overhead and increasing its commitment to direct community programs, with a goal of directing over 90% of spending to local impact. more
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Chef Israel Santiago with a student in Second Harvest's culinary training program.
Second Harvest Food Bank opens enrollment for culinary training program
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is now accepting applications for its free 16-week Culinary Training Program. This program helps adults gain hands-on kitchen experience, life coaching, and job readiness skills for entry-level food service positions. The next session begins September 15, 2025, and applications are due by September 8 for residents of Orange, Osceola, or Seminole counties. more
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New CEO for AdventHealth Apopka named
AdventHealth has appointed Brad Hillmon as the new chief executive officer of AdventHealth Apopka. Hillmon brings more than a decade of health care leadership within AdventHealth and a lifelong connection to the Apopka community, focusing on expanding services and whole-person care. more
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Research shows evictions are a public health problem
Next City reports that evictions in Detroit heighten health risks for Black mothers, linking stress from neighborhood evictions to preterm births. more
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UF/IFAS launches sustainable urban food production short course this fall
The six-week program begins October 6th and teaches participants how to grow, market, and manage urban agriculture systems. more
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Apopka High School
Addition Financial Credit Union opens student-run branch at Apopka High School
Addition Financial and Orange County Public Schools celebrated the grand opening of a student-run credit union branch at Apopka High School, the 12th of its kind in Central Florida. The program trains students to operate the branch, providing real-world financial and professional experience. more
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Apopka Chamber in Crisis: Emails reveal bitter split between chairman and president
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is experiencing a leadership crisis after President and CEO Dr. Nick Grounds was abruptly terminated by the executive committee. Conflicting emails between Grounds and Chairman Matt DiSalvatore outline disputes over authority, contractor payments, and transparency, leaving the Chamber’s future uncertain. more
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Developing Story: Leadership turmoil rocks Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce has called an emergency board meeting for Wednesday after what leaders described as “difficult decisions” leading to the termination of Chamber President/CEO Dr. Nick Grounds. Grounds disputes the actions taken and says the full board should decide the organization’s next steps. more
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Study: Live Local Act shows progress but faces hurdles in Florida’s affordable housing push
The Live Local Act has helped create more than 3,100 affordable housing units across Florida, but uneven adoption of tax incentives and difficulties securing financing have limited its reach, according to Florida TaxWatch. Advocates say sustained collaboration and stronger state-level incentives are needed to turn early progress into long-term results. more
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Downtown Apopka’s new mural set for grand reveal on August 22nd
Main Street Apopka will unveil its newest public art installation, The Downtown Mural, on August 22 at 1 p.m. at 2 E. Main Street. Created by Apopka native Ridge Bonnick, the colorful piece is part of a larger effort to spark economic growth, celebrate the city’s character, and invite residents and visitors to explore downtown. more
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Study author Benjamin Lemmond with Roo, the truffle-sniffing dog.
Assisted by sniffer dogs and DNA sequencing, researchers discover three new truffle species
When pandemic restrictions relaxed, researchers conducted genetic testing of the Oregon State specimens and others borrowed from Polish, Greek, Italian, French, and Japanese collections to learn more about our North American black truffle.  more
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Cookies and Milk with a Cop returns to Apopka Library this weekend
Join the Apopka Police Department for Cookies and Milk with a Cop on Saturday, August 9th, at the North Orange Branch Library. This free, family-friendly event includes storytime, arts and crafts, and sweet treats provided by McDonald’s. more
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Goodwill invites shoppers to 'Round Up' in support of Central Florida youth
Goodwill shoppers in Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Brevard, Volusia and Lake counties can round up their purchases to the nearest dollar to help support YMCA programs that provide youth with a caring environment, mentorship, and the tools to reach their dreams. more
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Errol Estate
What’s next for Errol?
Billionaire beverage mogul Michael Repole has purchased the 380-acre Errol Estate Golf Course for $4.25 million, fueling speculation that redevelopment, not a new golf course, is likely in its future. more
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The International Space Station.
UF/IFAS launches seeds into space to build climate-resilient crops
University of Florida researchers are sending plant seeds to the International Space Station to study how spaceflight alters plant genetics, hoping to unlock traits that boost resilience to drought, heat, and cold. This global collaboration could pave the way for both future space farming and hardier crops to withstand climate extremes on Earth. more
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