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John Anderson’s journey from Apopka to the Country Music Hall of Fame included decades of hits and memorable returns to his hometown stage. The singer, whose family announced his death Wednesday at 71, leaves a legacy of music and enduring ties to the community where he grew up.
Apopka remembers John Anderson, hometown singer and country music legend
John Anderson’s journey from Apopka to the Country Music Hall of Fame included decades of hits and memorable returns to his hometown stage. The singer, whose family announced his death Wednesday at 71, leaves a legacy of music and enduring ties to the community where he grew up. more
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Apple TV’s November lineup includes the return of “Stick,” Awkwafina’s culinary docuseries and the heist thriller “12 12 12.” New films, a Snoopy holiday special and a free “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” weekend round out the month’s announced highlights.
Apple TV’s November lineup brings heists, holiday cheer and second chances
Apple TV’s November lineup includes the return of “Stick,” Awkwafina’s culinary docuseries, and the heist thriller “12 12 12.” New films, a Snoopy holiday special, and a free “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” weekend round out the month’s announced highlights. more
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Prime Video’s announced November lineup includes “The Greatest,” “Madden,” a new season of “The Rings of Power,” and the debut of “Blade Runner 2099.” Our calendar highlights confirmed premieres and a Black Friday sports schedule available without a subscription.
Prime Video’s November lineup brings ‘The Rings of Power,’ ‘Blade Runner’ and sports legends
Prime Video’s announced November lineup includes “The Greatest,” “Madden,” a new season of “The Rings of Power” and the debut of “Blade Runner 2099.” Our calendar highlights confirmed premieres and a Black Friday sports schedule available without a subscription. more
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The Farmworker Association of Florida invites the community to a family-style dinner featuring harvests from its gardens on Friday at the Apopka Community Center. The evening will also include live entertainment, a raffle, an auction, and a market of local makers.
From the fields to the family table: Farmworker Association plans Apopka community dinner
The Farmworker Association of Florida invites the community to a family-style dinner featuring harvests from its gardens on Friday at the Apopka Community Center. The evening will also include live entertainment, a raffle, an auction, and a market of local makers. Tickets are still available. more
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Apopka faces a busy week of city business, including development reviews, code enforcement hearings, and a City Commission workshop and meeting. Residents can also attend a Bronson Peak community meeting with Mayor Nick Nesta, visit Camp Wewa’s Climb Club, or enjoy Saturday’s Halloween in the Park.
City meetings and Halloween fun on Apopka’s calendar highlight a busy schedule
Apopka faces a busy week of city business, including development reviews, code enforcement hearings, and a City Commission workshop and meeting. Residents can also attend a Bronson Peak community meeting with Mayor Nick Nesta, visit Camp Wewa’s Climb Club, or enjoy Saturday’s Halloween in the Park. more
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Apopka’s Development Review Committee approved plans for the Trader Mae's Christmas Festival, a two-day holiday market scheduled for Nov. 7–8. The committee also reviewed commercial redevelopment and logistics park plans that drew requests for revisions involving planning requirements, parking, and emergency access.
Christmas festival gets an early green light from the DRC
Apopka’s Development Review Committee approved plans for the Trader Mae's Christmas Festival, a two-day holiday market scheduled for Nov. 7–8. The committee also reviewed commercial redevelopment and logistics park plans that drew requests for revisions involving planning requirements, parking, and emergency access. more
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Project Noelle’s Red Ribbon Spooktacular will bring costumes, contests, and a drug-prevention message to the Apopka Community Center on October 24. Behind the free family event is a nonprofit founded by Keli Clark after her daughter’s overdose death, dedicated to helping children affected by a parent’s addiction.
Her name was Noelle: The story behind Apopka's Red Ribbon Spooktacular 
Project Noelle’s Red Ribbon Spooktacular will bring costumes, contests, and a drug-prevention message to the Apopka Community Center on October 24. Behind the free family event is a nonprofit founded by Keli Clark after her daughter’s overdose death, dedicated to helping children affected by a parent’s addiction. more
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Apopka’s Development Review Committee raised concerns about the Crossroads at Kelly Park commercial layout and its connection to a roadway funding agreement. The committee also reviewed upcoming events, including the Apopka Christmas Parade, K92.3’s Jingle Jam, and a Bee Gees tribute fundraiser.
DRC raises concerns over Crossroads at Kelly Park plans
Apopka’s Development Review Committee raised concerns about the Crossroads at Kelly Park commercial layout and its connection to a roadway funding agreement. The committee also reviewed upcoming events, including the Apopka Christmas Parade, K92.3’s Jingle Jam, and a Bee Gees tribute fundraiser. more
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Hope CommUnity Center has postponed Apopka PRIDE 2026 because of Saturday’s forecast for inclement weather; a new date will be announced. Heavy rainfall and saturated roads will also close the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive to motorized vehicles Oct. 9–12.
Weather disrupts Apopka PRIDE and Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive weekend plans
Hope CommUnity Center has postponed Apopka PRIDE 2026 because of Saturday’s forecast for inclement weather; a new date will be announced. Heavy rainfall and saturated roads will also close the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive to motorized vehicles Oct. 9–12. more
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Hope CommUnity Center will host Apopka PRIDE 2026 on Saturday, October 10, with an afternoon of performances, health services, local vendors, and community activities. This year’s “Bloom Without Permission” theme focuses on LGBTQ+ visibility, resilience, and community during National Coming Out Day weekend.
Apopka PRIDE 2026 to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community on National Coming Out Day weekend
Hope CommUnity Center will host Apopka PRIDE 2026 on Saturday, October 10, with an afternoon of performances, health services, local vendors, and community activities. This year’s “Bloom Without Permission” theme focuses on LGBTQ+ visibility, resilience, and community during National Coming Out Day weekend. more
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October brings a new lineup of shows and movies to streaming services, along with returning favorites. Use this guide to find what’s arriving and when.
Everything streaming in October
October brings a new lineup of shows and movies to streaming services, along with returning favorites. Use this guide to find what’s arriving and when. more
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Netflix’s October schedule opens with Florence Pugh in East of Eden and later in the month brings Ben Affleck’s Animals. Returning favorites include The Diplomat, Nobody Wants This, and Lupin, alongside horror films, documentaries, and a live darts event.
Everything coming to Netflix in October
Netflix’s October schedule opens with Florence Pugh in East of Eden and later in the month brings Ben Affleck’s Animals. Returning favorites include The Diplomat, Nobody Wants This, and Lupin, alongside horror films, documentaries, and a live darts event. more
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Hulu opens October with a major movie drop, including horror favorites Die Hard and Ghostbusters. Later arrivals include five Hunger Games films, returning series, and Hulu originals.
Everything streaming on Hulu in October
Hulu opens October with a major movie drop, including horror favorites Die Hard and Ghostbusters. Later arrivals include five Hunger Games films, returning series, and Hulu originals. more
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Apopka’s fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration will take place Saturday, Sept. 26, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Kit Land Nelson Park. The free event will feature live entertainment, food vendors, and community organizations.
Apopka to host fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday
Apopka’s fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration will take place Saturday, September 26, from 4 to 8 pm at Kit Land Nelson Park. The free event will feature live entertainment, food vendors, and community organizations. more
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Central Florida Community Arts is searching for an executive director to lead the nonprofit as artist participation and production attendance grow. The organization is seeking a leader with experience in fundraising, collaboration, and community engagement.
Central Florida Community Arts seeks new executive director
Central Florida Community Arts is searching for an executive director to lead the nonprofit as artist participation and production attendance grow. The organization is seeking a leader with experience in fundraising, collaboration, and community engagement. more
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War and Get Jiro are among the announced October arrivals on HBO Max. The platform has not yet released its full monthly schedule.
What’s coming to HBO Max in October: ‘War,’ ‘Get Jiro’ and more
War and Get Jiro are among the October arrivals announced for HBO Max. The platform has not yet released its full schedule for October. more
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Disney+ begins October with new seasons of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ and Adventure Time: Side Quests, followed by Marvel’s VisionQuest on October 14. The calendar also includes Halloween specials, the KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS film, and live episodes of Dancing with the Stars.
What’s streaming on Disney+ in October
Disney+ begins October with new seasons of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ and Adventure Time: Side Quests, followed by Marvel’s VisionQuest on Oct. 14. The calendar also includes Halloween specials, the KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS film and live episodes of Dancing with the Stars. more
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Apple TV+ will roll out six original premieres during October, including two feature films and four series. The schedule ranges from family animation and an offbeat British comedy to a historical Everest drama and a dark serial-killer thriller.
Apple TV+ fills October with adventure, comedy and crime
Apple TV+ will roll out six original premieres during October, including two feature films and four series. The schedule ranges from family animation and an offbeat British comedy to a historical Everest drama and a dark serial-killer thriller. more
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Prime Video’s October schedule features new and returning series, original movies, true-crime specials and NBA doubleheaders. Highlights include a new adaptation of Stephen King’s “Carrie,” the second season of “The Terminal List” and the return of “Helluva Boss.”
Everything coming to Amazon Prime Video in October
Prime Video’s October schedule features new and returning series, original movies, true-crime specials and NBA doubleheaders. Highlights include a new adaptation of Stephen King’s “Carrie,” the second season of “The Terminal List” and the return of “Helluva Boss.” more
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Labor Day and incorporated Apopka share a remarkable connection: Both trace their beginnings to the first week of September 1882. From Rock Springs and Wekiwa Springs to restaurant specials, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday close to home.
The connection between Apopka, Labor Day, and 1882
Labor Day and incorporated Apopka share a remarkable connection: Both trace their beginnings to the first week of September 1882. From Rock Springs and Wekiwa Springs to free admission at Leu Gardens and restaurant specials, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday close to home. more
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Everything streaming in September
Entertainment can be overwhelming, with many streaming services adding new shows and movies weekly. Here is a list of new releases in September. more
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Netflix’s September lineup includes the second season of The Gentlemen, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story and a new generation of students in A Different World. The schedule also features dozens of licensed movies, international series, documentaries, comedy specials, family programming and live sports.
Everything coming to Netflix in September
Netflix’s September lineup includes the second season of The Gentlemen, Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story and a new generation of students in A Different World. The schedule also features dozens of licensed movies, international series, documentaries, comedy specials, family programming and live sports. more
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Hulu’s September lineup features the second season of Chad Powers, the premiere of The Drop: A Snowfall Saga and three opening episodes of American Horror Story: 13. The month also brings Wicked, A Complete Unknown, Poor Things and dozens of catalog movies and television seasons.
Hulu’s September lineup features ‘Chad Powers,’ a ‘Snowfall’ spinoff and new ‘American Horror Story’
Hulu’s September lineup features the second season of Chad Powers, the premiere of The Drop: A Snowfall Saga and three opening episodes of American Horror Story: 13. The month also brings Wicked, A Complete Unknown, Poor Things and dozens of catalog movies and television seasons. more
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The free Frontyard Holiday Festival will transform Dr. Phillips Center’s outdoor spaces into a holiday destination from November 27 through December 31. Visitors can enjoy nightly snowfall, firepits, movies, live performances, seasonal refreshments, interactive attractions, and the return of North America’s only transportable carillon.
Dr. Phillips Center’s free holiday festival returns in November
The free Frontyard Holiday Festival will transform Dr. Phillips Center’s outdoor spaces into a holiday destination from November 27 through December 31. Visitors can enjoy nightly snowfall, firepits, movies, live performances, seasonal refreshments, interactive attractions, and the return of North America’s only transportable carillon. more
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HBO and HBO Max will welcome “Backrooms” in September while continuing several of the platform’s summer series. The schedule also includes season finales for “Hard Knocks,” “Conan O’Brien Must Go” and “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.”
Everything coming to HBO/Max in September
HBO and HBO Max will welcome “Backrooms” in September while continuing several of the platform’s summer series. The schedule also includes season finales for “Hard Knocks,” “Conan O’Brien Must Go” and “Stuart Fails to Save the Universe.” more
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