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Freshfields Farm grocery proposal headlines Wednesday's Apopka City Council agenda
A proposed Freshfields Farm grocery store is expected to take center stage when the Apopka City Council meets Wednesday afternoon. The project would convert a vacant commercial parcel into a perishable food market, alongside an agenda that includes possible utility rate decreases and several development and budget items. more
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Guana River Wildlife Management Area.
Bill adding transparency to state land swaps sweeps through House committees
A bipartisan proposal in the Florida House of Representatives would add new guardrails before the state can sell or trade conservation land. The measure follows public outrage over a proposed 600-acre swap near the Guana River that residents say surfaced with little warning. more
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How one city fixed its sidewalks — and rebuilt trust along the way
Sidewalks are easy to ignore until they become a daily hazard. But Denver’s decision to take maintenance out of homeowners’ hands and fund repairs citywide has transformed neighborhoods — and demonstrated how basic services can quietly rebuild civic trust. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: January 25th-31st
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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Debate Night in Apopka! Moore vs. Nelson vs. Nesta
The city’s lengthy mayoral race reaches a pivotal moment Tuesday night as Bryan Nelson, Christine Moore, and Nick Nesta meet in their first full debate. With growth pressures, rising utility rates, and questions about transparency dominating the campaign, the forum could shape late-deciding voters heading into the final stretch. more
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States that once led in child vaccination fall as they expand exemptions
Florida, once near national vaccination benchmarks, is now among the states losing ground as exemptions expand and skepticism about routine childhood shots spreads. Pediatricians warn that falling rates could leave schools vulnerable to outbreaks of measles, whooping cough and other preventable diseases. 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 upcoming debates and city commission races. more
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Commissioner Diane Velázquez is running for her third term on the Apopka City Council.
Still Standing: After 12 years, Diane Velazquez makes her case for another term in Seat #2
After seven ballot appearances and more votes than any local candidate in the past decade, Diane Velazquez is asking voters for another term on Seat 2. Her campaign centers on trust, written policies, infrastructure planning, and the belief that consistent leadership still matters in a fast-growing city. more
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Orange County Government has joined the Advanced Air Mobility Association, becoming part of a national network working to advance the integration of advanced air mobility technologies in ways that reflect community needs and regional priorities.
Orange County joins national alliance to advance air taxi and electric aircraft technology
Orange County Government has joined a national coalition focused on integrating electric and hybrid-electric aircraft into local transportation systems. Officials say the move positions the region as a launch point for air taxis, vertiports, and other advanced air mobility projects. more
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Rescheduling marijuana would be a big tax break for legal cannabis businesses – and a quiet form of deregulation
Proposed move from Schedule I to Schedule III would ease financial pressure on state-legal operators while removing a little-known federal tax lever that quietly regulates the market. more
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Malika Harrison frames Seat 4 bid as an extension of service, not politics
First-time candidate Malika Harrison says her run for Apopka City Commission Seat 4 is rooted in a lifetime of community service rather than political ambition. With an open seat and a March election approaching, Harrison is positioning her campaign around trust, transparency, and intentional leadership as the city continues to grow. more
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Four debates set to shape Apopka’s 2026 election season
With mail-in ballots about to go out and Election Day just weeks away, Apopka voters will have four opportunities in early February to see candidates face off in public forums and debates. The events, hosted by media outlets and civic organizations, signal rising engagement in a closely watched local election. more
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New housing in Orlando.
Third measure on property taxes headed to House floor; none has a Senate companion
Florida House lawmakers are moving multiple proposals to cap or reduce property taxes, but a lack of action in the Senate threatens to stall the effort. With time running short in the legislative session, questions are growing about whether voters will see a single, unified proposal on the November ballot. 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 January 24th. more
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The Pendulum or the Axe: Which will swing in 2026?
Apopka voters have a long history of swinging between upheaval and stability, and the city’s three City Commission races may signal which direction comes next. With incumbency, experience, and reform all on the ballot, March 10 could reshape the council — or reinforce the status quo. more
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Apopka to open cold weather shelter at local churches this weekend; Orange County shelters remain open
The City of Apopka will open a Cold Weather Shelter on multiple nights this weekend to assist residents during periods of cold weather. Local churches will host the shelter, with dinner and breakfast provided. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: January 18th-24th
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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DRC to review industrial land use change, two subdivisions, and Wolf Lake Ranch plans Wednesday
Apopka’s Development Review Committee will meet on Wednesday morning with a full agenda that includes an industrial land use amendment, two residential subdivisions, and construction plans for Wolf Lake Ranch. The DRC is a staff-level review meeting that shapes projects early, before they advance to the Planning Commission or City Council. more
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George Smith, after qualifying to run in the Apopka City Commission Seat #2 election.
George Smith enters Apopka City Commission Seat #2 race with call for transparency and smarter growth
George Smith, a Navy veteran and Apopka resident, is running for City Commission Seat 2 with a platform centered on transparency, accountability, and more deliberate growth management. Smith says decisions made now will shape Apopka for decades — and residents deserve a clearer voice in shaping those decisions. more
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An image of Hurricane Milton approaching Florida, as seen from NOAA's GOES-16 satellite at 6:30 p.m. EDT on October 8, 2024.
Orange County offers federal funding to help homeowners repair Hurricane Milton damage
Orange County’s Housing and Community Development Division has opened applications for Orange County Recovers, a federal disaster recovery program that helps homeowners repair, rebuild, or replace homes still damaged from Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Ian. Residents can apply online or attend an in-person workshop in Pine Hills or Apopka this week for help with the application process. 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 the Apopka mayoral election. more
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The Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee is shown, with the historic domed structure in the foreground and the tower in the background.
Florida House advances proposal to phase out homestead property taxes, drawing warnings from local governments
A Florida House proposal to phase out non-school homestead property taxes over the next decade advanced Thursday, setting up a potential statewide vote in 2026. Critics warned the plan could strip billions from local governments and shift costs to renters and businesses. more
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Orange County opening temporary warming centers as temperatures dip below 40 degrees
Orange County will open temporary warming centers next week to provide overnight shelter for people experiencing homelessness as temperatures are forecast to fall below 40 degrees. Centers will operate at Barnett Park and Goldenrod recreation centers on Jan. 26, 27, and 29, with free transportation available from Bithlo Community Park. more
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In recent months, federal U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal law enforcement officers patrolling streets in plainclothes, wearing masks, and sometimes visibly armed, have drawn heightened attention across the country.
Florida bill would require police ID to improve safety, trust
Florida lawmakers are weighing a slate of immigration bills this session, with Republicans expected to advance stricter enforcement measures. Democrats, meanwhile, are backing the “VISIBLE Act,” a proposal supporters say could reduce impersonation threats and rebuild trust between law enforcement and immigrant communities. more
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The Northwest Recreation Complex
Level the playing field: Apopka soccer club questions rental rates at Northwest Recreation Complex
A dispute over youth sports field rental rates at Apopka’s Northwest Recreation Complex is drawing renewed attention at City Hall as the City moves forward with a competitive bidding process. Central Florida Soccer Club leaders and supporters say the RFP was applied only to CFSC, raising concerns about fairness, transparency, and the future of travel soccer for more than 500 local children. more
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