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Southwick Commons has opened 192 affordable apartments in Apopka after years of litigation and permitting disputes with the City. Rents at the community begin at approximately $1,103 for one-bedroom units, $1,440 for two-bedroom units, and $1,647 for three-bedroom units.
After years of legal battles, Southwick Commons opens in Apopka
Southwick Commons has opened 192 affordable apartments in Apopka after years of litigation and permitting disputes with the City. Rents at the community begin at approximately $1,103 for one-bedroom units, $1,440 for two-bedroom units, and $1,647 for three-bedroom units. more
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The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is reporting increased mosquito-borne disease activity after several sentinel chickens tested positive for West Nile virus. Health and mosquito-control officials have expanded surveillance and targeted treatments in affected communities.
DOH-Orange issues mosquito-borne illness advisory 
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is reporting increased mosquito-borne disease activity after several sentinel chickens tested positive for West Nile virus. Health and mosquito-control officials have expanded surveillance and targeted treatments in affected communities. more
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The Apopka City Commission will review a proposed $228.9 million citywide budget during a workshop on September 1. The meeting follows a weeks-long millage dispute and shifts the focus to departmental spending and potential reductions before the final hearings.
Commission to review $228.9 million tentative budget at September 1 workshop
The Apopka City Commission will review a proposed $228.9 million citywide budget at a workshop beginning at 1 pm Tuesday, September 1. The meeting follows a weeks-long millage dispute and shifts the focus to departmental spending and potential reductions ahead of the final September hearings. more
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Mike Crabb took the oath of office Tuesday as Orange County’s District 2 commissioner, filling a seat vacant since April.
Crabb sworn in as Orange County District 2 Commissioner
Mike Crabb took the oath of office Tuesday as Orange County’s District 2 commissioner, filling a seat vacant since April. Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta attended the ceremony and said he looks forward to working with Crabb to advance Apopka’s interests through a stronger county partnership. more
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The Apopka Police Department reported 25 arrests during the week of Aug. 16-22. Officers also responded to 1,586 calls for service, investigated 43 crashes and issued 113 citations.
25 arrests in seven days: Inside Apopka’s weekly police report
The Apopka Police Department reported 25 arrests during the week of Aug. 16-22. Officers also responded to 1,586 calls for service, investigated 43 crashes, and issued 113 citations. more
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The Apopka CRA approved a nearly $7.85 million FY2027 budget, including about $6.13 million in reserves and carryover funds. The board also redirected $299,000 toward Alonzo Williams Park, advanced a Duke Energy property purchase, and tabled a proposed down-payment assistance program.
Apopka CRA adopts $7.8 million budget, redirects money to park and sidewalks
The Apopka CRA approved a nearly $7.85 million FY2027 budget, including about $6.13 million in reserves and carryover funds. The board also redirected $299,000 toward Alonzo Williams Park, advanced a Duke Energy property purchase, and tabled a proposed down-payment assistance program. more
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The Apopka Police Department reported seven burglaries during the week of Aug. 16-22. Six involved vehicles, including four incidents reported along Grand Sayan Loop on the same day.
APD reports seven burglaries during the week of August 16-22
The Apopka Police Department reported seven burglaries during the week of Aug. 16-22. Six involved vehicles, including four incidents reported along Grand Sayan Loop on the same day. more
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Florida homeowners paid an average of $8,292 for insurance in 2025, more than twice the national average. Insurify projects the state’s average premium will increase another 2% to $8,458 by the end of this year.
Florida homeowners insurance costs remain highest in the nation
Florida remains the country’s most expensive state for homeowners insurance after average premiums increased 18% in 2025. Orange County and Apopka homeowners may pay less than the statewide average, but local costs vary considerably depending on the house, coverage level, insurer and method used to calculate the rate. more
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Apopka’s leading stories included proposed changes at City Hall, expanded public-comment opportunities and Orange County election results. Community coverage highlighted the restoration of a hurricane-damaged home and an urgent request for food-pantry donations.
In case you missed it: City Hall changes, election results, and community assistance lead the week
Apopka’s leading stories included proposed changes at City Hall, expanded public-comment opportunities and Orange County election results. Community coverage highlighted the restoration of a hurricane-damaged home and an urgent request for food-pantry donations. more
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The Apopka CRA will consider a $7.8 million budget, two property acquisitions, and a program offering homebuyers up to $30,000 in down-payment assistance. Monday’s agenda also includes decorative lighting for East 5th Street, an extension of the agency’s term and future design standards.
Apopka CRA to consider $7.8 million budget, property purchases and homebuyer assistance
The Apopka CRA will consider a $7.8 million budget, two property acquisitions, and a program offering homebuyers up to $30,000 in down-payment assistance. Monday’s agenda also includes decorative lighting for East 5th Street, an extension of the agency’s term, and future design standards. more
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Orange County employees received high customer-satisfaction ratings for services provided during permitting, inspections, and plan reviews. Customers repeatedly praised employees who took ownership of problems, communicated clearly, and helped make complicated processes easier to manage.
Survey Says: Orange County employees earn high marks for permitting and inspection services
Orange County employees received high customer-satisfaction ratings for services provided during permitting, inspections and plan reviews. Customers repeatedly praised employees who took ownership of problems, communicated clearly and helped make complicated processes easier to manage. more
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Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta outlined several initiatives during his Aug. 19 mayor’s report, including a community forum on resources for unhoused residents, a planned reorganization of city government and a review of the city’s legal services. Nesta also called for audits involving impact-fee credits and water billing as the city considers changes to utility rates.
Nesta outlines City reorganization, unhoused resource forum and utility billing audit
Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta outlined several initiatives during his Aug. 19 mayor’s report, including a community forum on resources for unhoused residents, a planned reorganization of city government and a review of the City’s legal services. Nesta also called for audits involving impact-fee credits and water billing as the City considers changes to utility rates. more
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An Apopka homeowner who spent three years living with Hurricane Ian damage has returned to a fully renovated, wheelchair-accessible home through the Orange County Recovers program. The federally funded program continues to accept applications from Orange County homeowners with unresolved damage from Hurricanes Ian and Milton.
Orange County program restores Apopka man’s hurricane-damaged home
An Apopka homeowner who spent three years living with Hurricane Ian damage has returned to a fully renovated, wheelchair-accessible home through the Orange County Recovers program. The federally funded program continues to accept applications from Orange County homeowners with unresolved damage from Hurricanes Ian and Milton. more
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Students returned to class last week, greeted by teachers and a few new laws.
New Florida education laws bring cursive testing, autism training and GPA changes
Florida students and teachers are returning to classrooms with a series of new education laws affecting everything from cursive writing and autism training to grading and student safety. The changes also cover disciplinary records, services for students with disabilities, high school athletics and Florida Virtual School enrollment. more
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The Apopka City Commission voted 4-1 Wednesday night to increase public comment from three minutes to four minutes per speaker and eliminate the 30-minute overall cap. The commission will return the changes for final review, along with proposed revisions to language governing what residents may discuss.
Developing Story: Commission votes 4-1 to expand public comment time, eliminate 30-minute cap
The Apopka City Commission voted 4-1 Wednesday night to increase public comment from three minutes to four minutes per speaker and eliminate the 30-minute overall cap. The commission will return the changes for final review, along with proposed revisions to language governing what residents may discuss. more
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In 2025, Democrats in the U.S. Senate argued for extending COVID-era subsidies for Affordable Care Act insurance plans into 2026.
Florida lost 450,000 ACA enrollees in 2026 as premiums rose an average of 37% nationally, new data shows
Florida’s Affordable Care Act enrollment fell by 450,000 people in 2026 after enhanced federal subsidies expired and premiums rose an average of 37% nationally. Although Florida’s 10% decline was proportionally smaller than losses in several other states, it represented the largest numerical decrease in the nation. more
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The Apopka Police Department listed 28 people in its arrest report for Aug. 9-15. Officers also recorded 1,646 calls for service, 39 crashes and 50 citations during the week.
APD arrests 28 people during August 9-15
The Apopka Police Department listed 28 people in its arrest report for Aug. 9-15. Officers also recorded 1,646 calls for service, 39 crashes and 50 citations during the week. more
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The Apopka City Commission will hold a workshop Wednesday to discuss funding and property-acquisition challenges affecting the widening of Kelly Park Road. Commissioners will review possible changes to the pioneering agreement that coordinates road improvements in the rapidly developing Kelly Park Interchange area.
Commission to examine Kelly Park Road funding agreement at Wednesday workshop
The Apopka City Commission will hold a workshop Wednesday to discuss funding and property-acquisition challenges affecting the widening of Kelly Park Road. Commissioners will review possible changes to the pioneering agreement that coordinates road improvements in the rapidly developing Kelly Park Interchange area. more
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Florida’s growing network of Flock license plate readers has intensified concerns about government surveillance and potential misuse. Yet smartphones collect a deeper trail of location and behavioral data, often with far less public debate.
Flock cameras fuel privacy debate across Florida
Florida’s growing network of Flock license plate readers has intensified concerns about government surveillance and potential misuse. Yet smartphones collect a deeper trail of location and behavioral data, often with far less public debate. more
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Apopka police reported nine vehicle burglaries and four residential burglaries during the week of Aug. 9-15. The weekly report shows multiple incidents occurring in the same blocks on Dekleva Drive, Don Wilson Avenue and Hilly Bend Drive.
APD reports 13 burglaries in one week
Apopka police reported nine vehicle burglaries and four residential burglaries during the week of Aug. 9-15. The weekly report shows multiple incidents occurring in the same blocks on Dekleva Drive, Don Wilson Avenue and Hilly Bend Drive. more
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Orange County mayoral candidate Mayra Uribe believes that voters should judge candidates by their public records, not only their campaign promises. She points to eight years on the County Commission as evidence of her positions on housing, transportation, taxes, public safety, and accountability.
Mayra Uribe points to eight-year record in closing argument for Orange County mayor
Orange County mayoral candidate Mayra Uribe believes that voters should judge candidates by their public records, not only their campaign promises. She points to eight years on the County Commission as evidence of her positions on housing, transportation, taxes, public safety, and accountability. more
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The Apopka Development Review Committee will examine four project plans during its Aug. 19 meeting. Proposals include two Northwest Church projects, a 7,400-square-foot commercial building, and the seven-lot Lester Oaks subdivision.
DRC to review church, commercial and subdivision plans
The Apopka Development Review Committee will examine four project plans during its Aug. 19 meeting. Proposals include two Northwest Church projects, a 7,400-square-foot commercial building and the seven-lot Lester Oaks subdivision. more
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Orange County Fire Rescue and Children’s Safety Village use realistic simulations to teach children how to prevent injuries and respond during emergencies. Lessons in the Fire Safety House help participants practice escaping smoke, checking doors, and following a safe evacuation plan.
Orange County program teaches children lifesaving fire safety skills
Orange County Fire Rescue and Children’s Safety Village use realistic simulations to teach children how to prevent injuries and respond during emergencies. Lessons in the Fire Safety House help participants practice escaping smoke, checking doors, and following a safe evacuation plan. more
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In Case You Missed It: City hiring freeze, commission agenda, prescribed fire, and environmental projects
Apopka’s city government took center stage this week as officials prepared to consider meeting procedures, board appointments and land-use proposals while Mayor Nick Nesta paused most city hiring through October 1. Other headlines focused on a prescribed fire at Lake Apopka North Shore and projects intended to strengthen native habitats and improve scientific monitoring of Florida springs. more
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Florida Medicaid enrollment fell from 3.53 million in June 2025 to 3.4 million in April 2026, a decline of 129,348 people, according to KFF’s analysis of federal data. The decrease comes as Florida prepares for Medicaid provisions in the Republican-backed H.R. 1, which state officials project will reduce federal hospital funding by approximately $3.8 billion through 2035.
Florida Medicaid enrollment drops by nearly 130,000 since budget law was enacted
Florida Medicaid enrollment fell from 3.53 million in June 2025 to 3.4 million in April 2026, a decline of 129,348 people, according to KFF’s analysis of federal data. The decrease comes as Florida prepares for Medicaid provisions in the Republican-backed H.R. 1, which state officials project will reduce federal hospital funding by approximately $3.8 billion through 2035. more
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