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Entrance to historic Eatonville, a town north of Orlando in Orange County.
Eatonville town residents sue for clarity about future of historic Black school site
Eatonville town residents sue for clarity about future of historic Black school site The school board attempted to sell 100 acres to a private interest intending to construct a mixed-use development, but objections from the Eatonville community forced the developer to call off the project. BY: MICHAEL MOLINE - JULY 14, 2023 3:48 PM   … more
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A Fort Hood soldier works on a personal vehicle at the post's auto hobby shop.
Report: Florida needs new laws to reduce excessive car exhaust noise
The Florida Legislature’s Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability released a report recently on the noise levels of exhaust systems. 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 last week... all in one place, including details on the potential censure of Mayor Nelson. more
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Florida House District 39 Representative Doug Bankson.
Bankson: "When decorum breaks down, so does the ability to govern effectively"
Sometimes, it’s just because we disagree, and that’s okay. In fact, it is good... as long as we don’t pick up hammers and start bashing one another out of sheer frustration.   more
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Take the high road Mayor Nelson, accept the censure and strive to do better
They say July 4th, 2023 was the hottest day on record worldwide. But in Apopka, I happen to believe that the hottest day may have been July 5th at the Apopka City Council meeting. more
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Orange County receives $219.7 million in HUD funds to help recovery efforts from Hurricanes Ian and Nicole
I will certainly advocate diligently to bring some of this funding to District 2. This is important because my office has fielded calls to help elderly residents in South Apopka with large trees falling on their homes. 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 July 8th. more
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Orange County launches “BOOST” Program to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners has dedicated $26 million to provide Business Opportunities in Orange County for Support and Transformation (BOOST) for those impacted by COVID-19. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: July 2nd-8th
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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National study finds up to nine PFAS in FL’s tap water
Between 2016 and 2021, researchers tested private wells and public water sources all over the country, according to the study published on Wednesday. more
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Orange County pilot program providing childcare for domestic violence survivors
Research suggests that many survivors of domestic violence cannot leave their abusers because they cannot afford child care. 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 last week... all in one place, including details on the new Apopka City Attorney. more
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Apopkans have the right to free speech; but should use it wisely
You, as Americans and Apopkans, have the right to free speech, however it is a freedom that should be taken seriously and used wisely.  more
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City commissioners take steps to censure Mayor Nelson
The Apopka City Council, at its July 5th meeting, took steps to censure Mayor Bryan Nelson for his comments about the employment status of former City Attorney Michael Rodriguez. more
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Commissioner Nick Nesta (left) clashes with Mayor Bryan Nelson (right) about social media threats.
Nesta calls out threatening comments by "keyboard warriors" on social media
With social media being front and center in most Americans' lives, young and old, a voice in public discourse is at the fingertips of the many. 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 July 1st. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Apopka hires new City Attorney
The Apopka City Council, at its July 5th meeting, approved Cliff Shepard as its next City Attorney with a 5-0 vote. It was a refreshing transition back to normalcy. more
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Found Money: The Orange County Clerk of Courts may have cash for you
The checks listed are those that were mailed but never cashed, perhaps because the intended recipient moved away and did not leave a forwarding address or put the check away and forgot about it. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: June 25th-July 1st
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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Updating Breaking News: FHP arrests Apopka man suspected in hit-and-run collision
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run crash that occurred today on Ocoee Apopka Road and Demastus Lane in Ocoee. more
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Apopka City Hall
Consent Agenda item that triggered debate on city attorney returns to July 5th meeting
The revelation and discussion about Michael Rodriguez remaining as city attorney triggered the administration to revise a separation agreement from July 7th to June 22nd. more
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Social media protection bill for minors, their parents still idle
The legislation would also require that anyone under the age of 18 have “affirmative consent” from a parent or guardian to create an account. more
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Apopka celebrates Independence Day with fireworks, food, and music in annual amphitheater event
The City of Apopka will host its annual Independence Day celebration tonight, at the Apopka Amphitheater. The event will include fireworks, food, and a concert performance. 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 last week... all in one place, including details on future improvements to Kelly Park Road. more
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Apopka honors Austin
A crowd of nearly 200 friends, families, and members of the Apopka Fire Department gathered during a vigil memorial on Friday night to remember and pay tribute to the firefighter's life. more
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