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City Council proclaims National Hispanic Heritage Month
The Apopka City Council, at its September 18th meeting, officially observed National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th to October 15th. more
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Hurricane Ian
Breaking News: Apopka makes sandbags available to its residents
The City of Apopka will have sandbags available for residents at Edwards Field, located at the corner of Forest and 1st Street behind Kit Land Nelson Park. 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 increases to the millage rate, and utility charges. more
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AFD graduates 10 firefighters; increases department force to 138
According to Interim Fire Chief Wil Sanchez, the AFD increased to 138 firefighters working three shifts, with 46 positions per shift. more
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Four students recognized for outstanding artwork at City Council meeting
The NEA, established in 1965, is the largest funder of the arts and arts education in the United States. The organization provides grants to various recipients, including nonprofit arts organizations, public agencies, and individual artists. … more
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The federal government has informed Florida that it is out of compliance with federal regulations because it failed to submit reports regarding its Medicaid program.
Florida faces $40 million in fines for failing to submit Medicaid reports
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services sent a letter to two top Florida Medicaid officials advising them that the state faces fines and being placed under a corrective action plan unless the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) submits the status reports by the end of the year. more
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Breaking News: APD arrests 15-year-old following mass-shooting threat at Apopka High School
The APD’s Criminal Investigations Unit and School Resource Unit promptly launched an investigation. Through the rapid investigative efforts and collaboration with the Orange County Public Schools District Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigations, the individual responsible was quickly identified and taken into custody.  more
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Apopka Fire Department - Station #1
City Council approves contract with Apopka Professional Firefighters Association
The final step in the ratification process is the City Council's vote on September 18th to approve the contract. more
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Orange County approves largest housing trust fund allocation in program's history
The trust fund was established in 2020 as part of Orange County Mayor Jerry Deming’s Housing for All Initiative. more
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The Champlain Towers South Condominium that collapsed in 2021
DeSantis says Legislature needs to meet before year’s end to deal with condo crisis
The emerging crisis revolves around a bill the Legislature passed unanimously and DeSantis signed two years ago in response to the 2021 collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium in Surfside, which resulted in the deaths of 98 people. more
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Apopka City Hall
Developing Story: Apopka City Council unanimously votes to raise millage rate to 4.6876
The Apopka City Council unanimously raised the millage rate from 4.1876 to 4.6876 for the fiscal year 2024/25 budget. It also increased the rates for sanitation, water, wastewater, and sewer for Apopka residents who use those services. more
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Apopka Fire Department, 2650 Foundation awarding scholarships
The scholarships have been made possible through the continued efforts and support of the 2650 Foundation, an organization dedicated to honoring the life and legacy of fallen Apopka Firefighter Austin Duran. 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 September 14th. more
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A Legacy in Peril: Why Mayor Nelson should return public comments to its normal position in City Council meetings
Hello, Apopka City Council and those of you who frequent the public comments podium. We are about to embark on an important week with a City Council meeting and a budget hearing on Wednesday. … more
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Apopka City Hall
Nesta's Town Hall meeting brings with it questions and suggestions
To make their voices heard, residents of Apopka attended a Town Hall meeting hosted by Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta to share their concerns over some aspects of the City.  more
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Flood Watch: Storm awareness critical as hurricane season ramps up
Four hazards are associated with tropical cyclones: wind, flooding, rain, storm surge, and tornadoes. Wind is how tropical cyclones are classified, but it is only one piece of the puzzle. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: September 8th-14th
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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Apopka takes the next step in TDT Grant from Orange County
Apopka’s application outlined a $13.1 million proposal to expand the Northwest Recreation Complex by bringing four new softball fields with associated amenities and expanded amenity upgrades to the Apopka Amphitheater. more
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Apopka City Hall
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 potentially higher utility rates in Apopka more
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School shooting threats break out in Florida; districts, sheriffs issue warnings
Violent threats against schools have been reported in districts around Florida, including Seminole, Broward, Duval, Madison, Leon, Taylor, Levy, Columbia, and Sarasota counties. more
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Protesters assemble at the St. Johns River Water Management District buil;ding in Apopka.
Protesters gather in Apopka to criticize FDEP for not protecting Florida's springs
Just steps away from the FDEP public workshop in the St. Johns River Water Management District Apopka Service Center, protesters and invited speakers railed against the DeSantis Administration's failure to prevent harm to the state’s iconic springs. more
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Apopka Professional Firefighters Association ratifies contract with City
The final step in the ratification process is the City Council's vote on September 18th to approve the contract. more
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The Green Swamp is the source of four rivers, but traffic problems have caused Polk to consider building a road across it.
Is Polk County a cautionary tale for Apopka?
Rapid, unplanned development leaves Polk County short of utility capacity, and it contemplates big increases in impact fees and an expensive water experiment. Does anything sound familiar here to you, Apopka? more
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The Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Plant is located near Homestead.
Florida regulators conduct workshop on potential nuclear power development
The Florida Public Service Commission is analyzing House Bill 1645, which includes evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of using advanced nuclear power technologies to meet Florida's electricity needs. more
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City of Apopka makes its case for higher utility rates
After proposing a 40% rate increase to its residents' water bills, the City revised its plan to lower the increased rates and explained why it needed to raise them in a post on its website and a mailer to its customers. more
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