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93-year-old Orange County woman fondly recalls Lake Lucy memories
As Orange County celebrates Lakes Appreciation Month in July, Peggy Lantz is among many Orange County residents who hold a special connection to a favorite body of water. more
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Cultivated chicken being prepared in Miami at Upside Foods “Freedom of Food” pop-up event on June 27, 2024.
Selling lab-grown meat in Florida could now get you jailed
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the law (SB 1084) on May 1st, and it went into effect last week, making the Sunshine State the first in the nation to ban lab-grown meat. more
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Plastic water pipes may be cheaper, but they also come with risks.
Lead water pipes created a health disaster in Flint, but replacing them with cheaper plastic − as some cities are doing − carries hidden costs
The EPA is now proposing to require the removal of lead pipes across the U.S. within 10 years. The agency has been silent, however, regarding what should replace lead. more
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Angela Dumala speaking at a press conference in Tampa on March 27, 2024.
The build-up begins to get Medicaid expansion on the ballot in Florida
Medicaid provides medical coverage to low-income individuals and families whose costs are shared between the state and federal governments. more
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Tap Water – An essential part of a hurricane preparedness plan
Monitored 24/7, the water produced in the County’s facilities meets or exceeds state and federal standards. At just over $1 for the first 1,000 gallons, it’s an excellent and cost-effective source for emergency supplies that don’t add plastic waste to the environment. more
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The University of Florida Health's The Villages Hospital is in the Villages.
Report says accessibility of health care services can be a struggle in Florida
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, social determinants of health are environmental factors that can impact individuals' health outcomes. 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 June 29th. more
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The Apopka Youth Council: Making a difference in the community
During the June 19th City Council Meeting, Special Project Manager Stephen Cribb spoke about the remarkable initiatives of the Apopka Youth Council. more
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New officers cite diversity, community, and mission statement in choosing to serve on the APD
The Apopka Police Department swore in five new officers last week. We asked them why they chose the APD over other agencies. Their responses were both uplifting and surprising. more
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The Orange County Clerk of Courts may have money for you
The list of over 7,000 checks totaling about $433,000 includes uncashed vendor payments, refunds, restitution, and cash bonds ranging from as low as 8 cents to as high as $10,000. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: June 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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Apopka Budget Workshop meeting dates announced
On its website, the City of Apopka announced the times and dates for the budget workshops for Fiscal Year 2024/2025. more
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New Florida law in effect to protect against moving scams
Florida’s new law requires moving companies to register with the state, provide clear contracts, and avoid misleading advertising. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Smith sends scathing email to Nesta about his comments at City Council meeting
The Apopka Voice has learned through a public records request and a social media post that Commissioner Alexander Smith sent a scathing email to Commissioner Nick Nesta, describing Nesta's remarks to Smith as "degrading, offensive, insulting, rude and disrespectful" at the June 19th City Council meeting. 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 a new food hall in Apopka. more
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Boat ramps, refreshing lakes, natural lands, and recreational centers all part of Orange County in July
With the longer days and warmer weather, it’s fitting to celebrate National Park and Recreation Month.  It’s a perfect time to explore and build memories at over 100 parks in Orange County. more
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APD adds five new officers to its force; will ask for another 10 in the 2024/25 budget
These five new officers, along with three additional officers currently in the police academy, bring the APD's numbers to 118 sworn officers. And that is where the roster will stay, heading into the 2024/25 budget workshops. more
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Stop, Look and Listen: Traffic signal safety tips to use in a post-hurricane scenario
Imagine a world without traffic signals; it's a scene of potential chaos. During power outages, stoplights often malfunction, causing mayhem for drivers and pedestrians. more
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4th Street Barber in St. Petersburg.
Advocates disappointed by DeSantis veto of occupational license reform
The bipartisan measure sponsored by Miami-Dade Democrat Kevin Chambliss and Seminole County Republican Rachel Plakon would have reduced the time from five years to three years that the Barbers’ Board and Board of Cosmetology could use a criminal conviction as a ground to deny licenses. more
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Loved ones hold a vigil for victims of gun violence. This one was in New York City in July.
‘We will not comply’ DeSantis says of U.S. Surgeon General’s advisory on gun violence
In 2022, 48,204 people in the United States died from firearm-related injuries, including suicides, homicides, and unintentional deaths. That’s 8,000 more lost lives than in 2019. more
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Unlock Contract Success: Orange County’s Contracting Academy empowers and educates businesses
Orange County’s second annual Contracting Academy on July 12 is a valuable resource offering industry experts insights. 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 June 22nd. more
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Florida districts are closing traditional public schools as charters, etc., lure students
School vouchers apply state funding to cover, or assist in covering, the education of students if their parents choose to send them to a nontraditional public school, including charter or home schools. more
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A car fails to yield as a family attempts to cross a road in Long Beach, Calif.
Traffic engineers build roads that invite crashes because they rely on outdated research and faulty data
As a country, we hit the threshold of 1 million cumulative car-related pedestrian deaths in 1953, 2 million in 1975, and 3 million in 1998. It's estimated that the U.S. topped 4 million road deaths sometime in the spring of 2024. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: June 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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