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Education priorities either dropped or were added to the last-second mega-bill
Florida lawmakers approved a wide-ranging education bill on the final day of the 2026 legislative session, combining provisions from multiple proposals into a single 66-page package. The measure expands the criteria for declaring an educational emergency, a move that could allow districts greater flexibility in teacher assignments and compensation. more
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Advocate says 'lights are dimmed' on government transparency in Florida
Sunshine Week, the annual celebration of open government and transparency, is beginning with renewed concerns about public access to information in Florida. Advocates say delays in records requests and broader threats to press freedom are weakening the state’s long-standing reputation as a leader in government transparency. 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 an Apopka election for the ages! more
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Nelson's endorsement of Moore reshapes the Apopka mayoral runoff, but turnout and Nesta momentum may decide the outcome
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson’s endorsement of Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore has introduced a new dynamic into the city’s April 14 mayoral runoff. But with turnout likely to drop significantly from the first round, the race between Moore and City Commissioner Nick Nesta may ultimately be decided by which campaign can bring its voters back to the polls. more
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Moore, Nesta square off in mayoral runoff forum
Apopka Involved Voters will host a mayoral runoff forum on March 23 at Victory Church, giving residents an opportunity to hear directly from the candidates competing to lead the city. The event will be moderated by Dr. Hank Dunn and livestreamed. more
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Orange County Clerk offers year-round help for residents with suspended driver’s licenses
The Orange County Clerk of Courts is reminding residents that help is available year-round for people whose driver’s licenses have been suspended due to unpaid traffic tickets or criminal fines. Eligible customers may be able to enter payment plans, have certain collection fees waived, and begin the process of reinstating their licenses. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Developing Story: Nelson endorses Moore in mayoral runoff election
.Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has endorsed Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore in the April 14 mayoral runoff election. Nelson, who finished third in the March 10 general election behind Commissioner Nick Nesta and Moore, said he plans to support Moore’s campaign and work toward a smooth leadership transition. more
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Upset, Landslide, or Earthquake? Apopka voters reshape city politics, oust incumbents, and send the mayor’s race to a runoff
Apopka voters delivered a dramatic political shakeup Tuesday night, approving term limits and voting out two incumbents, including a sitting mayor. The results also sent the mayor’s race to an April 14 runoff between City Commissioner Nick Nesta and Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore. more
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A new day, and a new way for Apopka
Apopka resident Rod Olsen says the city has an opportunity to reset its direction following the 2026 municipal election. In this guest opinion column, Olsen outlines a series of reforms he believes could improve transparency, infrastructure planning, and public accountability. more
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One Call, One App: How Orange County’s 311 service helps residents every day
Orange County marked its annual “311 Day” on March 11 by highlighting the role the 311 service plays in connecting residents with local government services. Officials say the phone line and mobile app make it easier to report issues, request information, and track service requests. more
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The Florida Capitol.
Medicaid work requirements didn’t work in other states. Florida considers trying it anyway
Florida lawmakers are considering a proposal that would add work reporting requirements to the state’s Medicaid program. Advocates and researchers warn the measure could increase bureaucracy, cost taxpayers millions, and push vulnerable residents off health coverage. more
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Conservation groups urge Florida Legislature to invest in state parks and address $759 million maintenance backlog
A coalition of 32 conservation organizations, community groups, and outdoor recreation advocates is urging Florida lawmakers to significantly increase funding for the state park system. more
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Candidates react after Apopka's record-breaking election sends the mayor’s race to a runoff, and decides three council seats
Apopka’s 2026 municipal election reshaped the city’s political landscape, sending the mayor’s race to an April runoff and deciding three City Council seats. Candidates across the ballot shared reflections following the results of one of the city’s highest-turnout municipal elections in recent years. more
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Orange County reports a sharp decline in drug-related deaths from 2021 to 2025
New data from the Ninth District Medical Examiner shows drug-related deaths in Orange County have fallen dramatically since 2021. County health officials say expanded access to treatment, naloxone distribution, and coordinated prevention programs are helping save lives. more
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Apopka Police Department Arrest Report
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly arrest report that includes arrests, crashes, calls for service, and traffic citations. This report is for the week ending March 8th. more
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Breaking News: Nesta, Moore headed to runoff; Velazquez re-elected, Ruth, Baron claim seats 1 and 4
Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta and Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore will face each other in an April 14th runoff after neither candidate secured a majority in Tuesday’s mayoral election. Voters also reelected Diane Velazquez and chose Sam Ruth and Yesenia Baron in the Seat 1 and Seat 4 elections. more
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Orange County launches program allowing affordable housing on religious properties
Orange County commissioners approved a new program that allows religious institutions to build affordable housing on their property through a streamlined approval process. The initiative is part of the county’s broader effort to address the region’s housing shortage. more
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This Sunshine Week, Florida reflects an alarming national trend of blocking the public’s access to information
Government transparency in the United States has sharply declined since the beginning of the second Trump administration, according to a Sunshine Week analysis from the University of Florida’s Brechner Freedom of Information Project. The report highlights rising secrecy, growing delays in public records requests, and increasing fees that make it harder for citizens and journalists to access government information. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: March 1st-7th
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more
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Election Day arrives in Apopka as voters decide mayor, three city commission races, and eight charter amendment options
After nearly a year of campaigning, Apopka voters will decide four city races today, including the contest for mayor. More than 5,100 residents have already cast ballots through early voting and vote-by-mail, with thousands more expected before polls close tonight. more
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The Apopka Voice 2026 Election Guide: Candidates, Debates, Voting Information, and Analysis
As Apopka voters head to the polls, The Apopka Voice has assembled its 2026 Election Guide to help readers follow the races that will shape the city’s leadership. The guide includes candidate features, debate coverage, voting information, analysis, and other key reporting from throughout the campaign season. more
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Florida Legislature discusses, but shoots down, Medicaid expansion
The Florida Senate voted down an amendment that would have tied new Medicaid work requirements to expanding the program to low-income adults under the Affordable Care Act. Supporters argued the expansion could provide health coverage to roughly 1 million Floridians, while opponents said it would increase the state’s reliance on federal funding. more
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Early voting surge on Sunday sets the stage for Election Day in Apopka
A late surge of voters on the final day of early voting pushed Apopka’s total ballots cast to more than 5,100 ahead of Election Day. With most registered voters still yet to participate, turnout on March 10 will determine whether the city surpasses its 2022 election totals. 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 Apopka mayoral race. more
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A swimmer glides through clear water in Blue Hole in Ichetucknee Springs State Park. Some legislators think the state owns too much park land and should instead give millions of preservation dollars to farmers and ranchers, even though the public won’t get access.
Florida legislators decide Florida Forever means ‘Florida Never’
Florida lawmakers are proposing major changes to the state’s land conservation funding, eliminating traditional funding for the Florida Forever program while directing more money toward agricultural conservation easements. Environmental advocates argue the shift would reduce public land preservation and limit public access to Florida’s natural spaces. more
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