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City Council approves funding agreement for Kelly Park Interchange
The Apopka City Council voted to amend the Kelly Park Road pioneering agreement, adding RCS Construction Company as an approved contractor for the project. While the core terms remain unchanged, the update follows a competitive bidding process and ongoing public questions about costs, impact fees, and timelines. more
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Former Apopka City Commissioner Sam Ruth is taking on Commissioner Alexander Smith in the Seat #1 City Commission election.
Developing Story: Sam Ruth challenges Alexander Smith in Seat #1 Apopka City Commission election
The first candidates in the 2026 Apopka City Commission race have officially filed, with former commissioner Sam Ruth challenging incumbent Alexander Smith for Seat 1. Ruth, returning to politics after a decade, announced his candidacy with a call for stronger infrastructure, greater professionalism, and clearer city boundaries. This will be Smith's first contested election since 2018. more
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Florida Black Bear.
Florida pushes ahead with controversial bear hunt as critics say science is being ignored
Florida wildlife officials are moving forward with a bear hunt critics say is driven by politics, not science, sparking renewed concern about declining bear populations and agency transparency. Former biologists, conservation leaders, and advocacy groups argue that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission manipulated data to enable the hunt in regions that should be off-limits. more
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Orange County approves Affordable Housing Trust Fund allocation to help repair homes for low-income residents
The Orange County Commission has approved $460,000 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support home repairs for low- and moderate-income residents. The funding will allow Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to rehabilitate at least 15 owner-occupied homes across the county. more
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Myakka River State Park.
Florida’s state parks face $759 million repair backlog, new report shows
A new report from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection shows that the state’s 175 parks require nearly $759 million in repairs, maintenance, and upgrades by 2035. Long-term expansion and modernization plans could push the total need to more than $1.39 billion. more
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Tanya Wilson, Director of Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department, discusses the department’s five-year plan with staff inside the Board of County Commissioners Chambers at the County’s Administration Center in downtown Orlando.
Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department launches five-year roadmap
Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department has launched its first-ever Strategic Management Plan, setting a clear roadmap for improving services and strengthening community partnerships through 2030. The plan focuses on streamlining processes, boosting innovation, and better supporting residents and businesses amid the county’s rapid growth. 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 November 29th. more
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As Apopka changes, its mayoral candidates must rise to the moment
As Apopka’s mayoral race enters its final stretch, candidates are being called on to elevate their campaigns by focusing less on comparisons and more on a forward-looking vision. Residents are hungry for leadership that offers imagination, direction, and a blueprint for the city’s future. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: November 23rd-29th
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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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review features five articles that have shaped the city, all in one place, including details about a fatal crash on Rock Springs Road. more
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Interior Secretary Doug Burgum tours an offshore oil rig during a visit to the Gulf of America to discuss energy policy, May 1, 2025.
Oil drilling off Florida gets pushback from state leaders
Federal plans to expand offshore oil and gas leasing into waters long protected off Florida’s coast are drawing swift opposition from state leaders. Critics warn that the proposal threatens Florida’s environment, military operations, and tourism-dependent economy. 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 November 22nd. more
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Apopka City Hall
Apopka announces Thanksgiving office closures and changes to trash collection
The City of Apopka will close its offices on Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday, with regular operations resuming on December 1. Trash collection will pause on November 27 and resume on each resident’s next scheduled pickup day. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: November 16th-22nd
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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Orange County’s commitment to public safety delivers record results and major upgrades
For seven straight years, Orange County has invested over half its annual budget into public safety, modernizing fire rescue, corrections, and law enforcement at unprecedented levels. County leaders say these investments have already produced measurable improvements in response times, staffing, crime reduction, and community trust. more
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Eight property tax relief proposals advance in Florida Legislature amid political divide
Eight Republican-backed proposals to reduce or eliminate property taxes in Florida cleared a key House committee, setting up a larger debate over how far the state should go in reshaping its tax structure. The effort has sparked sharp divisions, including pushback from Democrats, local governments, and Gov. Ron DeSantis, who supports tax relief but criticizes the multi-measure ballot strategy. 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 seven articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on a new candidate running for mayor. more
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Orange County adjusts curbside collection schedule for Thanksgiving week
Unincorporated Orange County residents will experience temporary changes to curbside garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection during Thanksgiving week. Thursday and Friday customers will have their services moved one day later, with regular schedules resuming December 1. more
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Apopka City Hall
City Council delays vote on water fee changes amid concerns over meter tampering fines
The Apopka City Council postponed a decision on proposed water utility fee updates, including a new fine for meter tampering, after residents expressed concerns that homeowners could be unfairly held responsible. more
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Pictured left to right: Ricky Ly, Mayor’s 2025 Distinguished Citizen of the Year; Pam Welker, District 2 Citizen of the Year; Brandy Diggers, Manager of Orange County Neighborhood Services Division; Dr. Shanta Barton-Stubbs, District 6 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Michael Scott, Orange County District 6; Anne Fulton, District 1 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero, Orange County District 4; Bill DeMott, District 4 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Nicole Wilson, Orange County District 1; Shaun Fulton, District 1 Citizen of the Year; Dickie Owens, District 3 Citizen of the Year; Jason Reynolds, Deputy Director of Orange County Planning Environmental Development Services Department; Commissioner Mayra Uribe, Orange County District 3; Pamela Sible, District 5 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad, Orange County District 5.
Apopka's Pam Welker named District 2 Citizen of the Year
South Apopka community leader Pam Welker has been recognized as Orange County’s District 2 Citizen of the Year for her decades of hands-on service to families in need. Her work through Extended Hand Outreach continues to address food insecurity, provide essential resources, and improve quality of life across the community. more
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A toxic algae bloom taints the St. Johns River thanks to its excessive pollution.
Ask the gaggle of gubernatorial candidates what they’ll do for Florida’s environment
Florida’s 2026 gubernatorial race is shaping up to be a political hurricane, with seven candidates preparing to replace Ron DeSantis. With Florida’s environment in crisis and public trust eroding, voters must demand real answers before the winds of campaign season pick up. more
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Floridian Town Center Hotel plan delayed
Apopka’s Development Review Committee examined several new subdivision plans, rezonings, and development agreements this week, reflecting the city’s escalating pace of growth. The committee’s technical evaluations ensure that projects meet safety, engineering, and zoning standards before advancing to public hearings. 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 November 15th. more
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Nick Nesta’s sudden entrance into the 2026 Apopka mayoral race has fundamentally reshaped the political landscape, turning a previously defined three-way matchup into a competitive four-person contest.
Nesta’s entry turns Apopka’s 2026 mayoral race into a four-way battle with no clear frontrunner
Nick Nesta’s decision to run for mayor has transformed Apopka’s 2026 election from a three-way contest into a wide-open four-person race with shifting dynamics and no guaranteed frontrunner. With each candidate bringing distinct strengths and vulnerabilities, the next 110 days will determine who can best connect with an increasingly diverse and demanding electorate. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: November 9th-15th
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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