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Dilapidated buildings in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit was an early adopter of the Suburban Experiment, and it’s reached the financial collapse stage earlier than other cities as well.
Are cities passively defaulting on their debts by not investing in the community?
Every mile of road, every pipe in the ground, every pump or sewer or sidewalk—these are all promises. They’re not just infrastructure. They’re obligations. Residents pay their taxes with the reasonable expectation that the city will maintain all the infrastructure it has built. more
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Gov. Ron DeSantis fields questions from reporters at the state emergency operations center in Tallahassee in advance of a winter weather event on Jan. 21, 2025.
Florida could handle disasters without federal funds, DeSantis says
DeSantis has advocated for states to receive block grants to operate all aspects of emergency preparation and response over getting assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: April 6th-12th
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 includes six articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the violations the Florida Department of Environmental Protection hit Apopka with on Golden Gem. more
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A look at some bills that are struggling in the Florida Legislature as end of session approaches
With two-thirds of the regular legislative session now in the books, the outcome of some bills look cloudy at best. Yet those involved in the legislative process don’t dare say they are dead just yet. more
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Orange County homeowners build ADUs for aging parents through Ready Set Orange
Launched in August 2024, Ready Set Orange is one of Orange County’s key initiatives to address the affordable housing crisis.   more
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Ludicrous ‘chemtrails’ bill in Florida Legislature addresses silly conspiracy theory
In case you’re unfamiliar with that debunked conspiracy theory, the folks who believe in “chemtrails” are convinced the government (or maybe it’s the Illuminati) is dispatching planes to fly over us unsuspecting Americans and spray chemicals on us. more
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For families with sick kids, the rise of vaccine hesitancy could be life-threatening
For parents of kids and adult children with immunocompromised systems, the consequences of fewer people vaccinating themselves and their children could be life-threatening. more
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Orange County Clerk of Courts hosting a free legal forum on Probate: Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning
This is a chance to get questions answered about the probate process and tap into available resources to start estate planning efforts through this forum. more
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Apopka Fire Department "pushes in" its new fire engine
A push-in ceremony is a time-honored tradition in fire departments that dates back to the days of horse-drawn fire apparatus in the 1800s. 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 April 5th. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: March 30th-April 5th
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 Commissioner files to run for Mayor of Apopka this morning at City Hall.
Breaking News: Moore files to run for Mayor of Apopka
The Apopka Voice has learned that Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore filed papers with Apopka City Clerk Susan Bone this morning to run for Mayor of Apopka. more
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Apopka City Council honors Forest Lake Academy students for their "Day of Service"
The initiative is based on the school’s “2035 Principle of Service,” which emphasizes the value of giving back to others and aligns with Acts 20:35, teaching that it is more blessed to give than to receive. more
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Keiser University
Florida House budget proposal threatens college access for 22,000 students
The plan would cut $3,500 annual grants for students at 15 private schools throughout the state, including three historically Black universities and Embry-Riddle, the nation's top civilian flight school. 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 Border Lake. more
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The Golden Gem reclaimed water pond is 102.79 acres, located at 3513 Golden Gem Road in Apopka. Two separate ponds within the perimeter hold about 50 million and 200 million gallons of water, respectively.
City hit with three violations by FDEP for Golden Gem
The Order is dated April 2nd, 2025, and addressed to Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson. It outlines three violations, a fine, dozens of conditions to mitigate the issues at Golden Gem, and a timeline of actions the City must comply with that stretches almost two years into the future. more
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At the Apopka City Council meeting on April 2nd, Gabrielle Carter (right), the Utility Programs Supervisor, and Blanche Sherman (left), the Finance Director, provided updates on the City's ongoing utility projects, including the meter replacement program and base station installations.
Apopka's water meter replacement program is showing signs of success
At the Apopka City Council meeting, Gabrielle Carter, the Utility Programs Supervisor, and Blanche Sherman, the Finance Director, provided updates on the City's ongoing utility projects, including the meter replacement program and base station installations. more
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Federal and state job cuts threaten Florida workers' rights, services
A new White House executive order eliminating collective bargaining rights for federal workers has hit Florida particularly hard, as home to major military installations and thousands of federal employees. more
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FWC confirms plans for bear "trophy hunt"
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials confirmed their intent to move forward with a controversial trophy bear hunt in December 2025—despite admitting that Florida’s black bear population has not increased since 2015. more
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Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson presents an update on the Border Lake issue at the April 2nd City Council meeting.
City unveils plan to stop Border Lake flooding issues
The City of Apopka is implementing a water management plan to address rising water levels in local lakes and manage long-term water storage. more
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The Social Security data breach compromised 'billions' of accounts. Here's how to protect yourself.
The breach is concerning not only because of its possible scope but also because of the information compromised, which includes Social Security numbers. more
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Apopka City Hall
Developing Story: Nelson issues statement on Smith's termination
Although the agenda item to review former city administrator Jacob Smith's contract was never voted on, it did allow Mayor Bryan Nelson an opportunity to read from a prepared statement that seemed to defy the laws of time. more
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A shopper who gets SNAP benefits shops for groceries at a supermarket in Bellflower, Calif., on Feb. 13, 2023.
Lawmakers eye SNAP cuts, which would scale back benefits that help low-income people buy food at a time of high food prices
SNAP helps nearly 42 million people put food on the table, including 1 in 5 children. Americans can usually qualify for SNAP benefits if their income is under 130% of the federal poverty line. A shopper who gets SNAP benefits shops for groceries at a supermarket in Bellflower, Calif., on Feb. 13, 2023. AP Photo/Allison Dinner Tracy Roof , University of … 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 29th. more
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