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Today, Tuesday, August 2nd is the last day to register for the Back to School Fair. Visit the John Bridges Community Center at 445 W 13th St, Apopka, FL 32703 or call 407-245-9449 and press "0" for …
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8/1/16
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The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates back to school and back to college spending to reach $75.8 billion this year. The NRF calculates this total from the results of their annual …
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8/1/16
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"I am looking for volunteers for the 2016 Annual Back to School Fair," says Bryan Nelson Orange Cointy Commissioner for District 2. "Please call my office at 407-836-5850 if you would like to assist …
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7/30/16
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On July 28, 1914, one month to the day after Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria and his wife were killed by a Serbian nationalist in Sarajevo, Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, effectively …
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7/28/16
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Students and faculty from UCF’s medical, nursing and social work schools will provide free medical care July 26 and 28 for farmworkers in the Apopka area. The University of Florida’s pharmacy …
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7/26/16
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You thought the VCR had died some time ago? It has been on life-support for some time.
Japanese electronics maker Funai Electric has announced it will stop production of VHS VCRs by the end of …
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7/25/16
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It’s always better to be over prepared for issues that come up within a school year. It helps avoid the panic of perhaps a late night homework assignment or not knowing what website to use. Here …
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7/25/16
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26,000 baby monitors are being recalled because they could possibly burn your baby or yourself, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission .
This recall involves Lorex Care ‘N’ …
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7/24/16
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Smile Concepts Orthodontics is now open in Apopka.
The Grand Opening and Open House began last Friday with a ribbon cutting ceremony courtesy of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce .
Smile …
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7/24/16
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With concern over the Zika virus growing many people are using insect repellant to protect themselves and their family.
Applying insect repellant seems simple. However, many people make mistakes …
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7/23/16
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You can add another benefit to the selection of perks that come with being a Prime customer: discounted student loans. Wells Fargo and Amazon announced yesterday plans to offer Amazon Prime Student …
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7/21/16
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Florida's back-to-school sales tax holiday weekend begins on Friday, August 5th, 2016 at 12:01 AM and will end Sunday, August 7th, 2016 at 11:59 PM
During the tax holiday weekend no sales tax …
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7/21/16
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At 10:56 PM on July 20, 1969, American astronaut Neil Armstrong spoke these words:“That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” Stepping off the lunar landing module Eagle , …
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7/19/16
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Liquid Plumr Clog Removers Recalled Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Requirement
The Clorox Company has recalled 5.4 million bottles of Liquid Plumr, according to the Consumer …
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7/18/16
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From Florida Hospital - Apopka
Nearly 9 million children in the United States are treated for injuries in emergency departments every year, and they’re often injuries that can affect them for …
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7/17/16
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Before there was Walt Disney World there was Disneyland.
Walt Disney came up with the concept of Disneyland after visiting various amusement parks with his daughters in the 1930s and 1940s. …
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7/17/16
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IKEA is recalling 80,000 baby gates because they can come unintentionally unlocked, posing a risk of falls and related injuries, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced Thursday.
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7/16/16
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One way to beat the summer Florida heat is to hang out at the library. Here is a selection of activities next week at the North Orange Branch of the Orange County Library System at 1211 E. Semoran …
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7/16/16
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Poll: 72% of Floridians Less Likely to Support a Candidate Who Votes to Expand Gambling
Floridians say voters, not politicians, should decide whether to expand gambling
A poll released last …
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7/16/16
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National Ice Cream Day is tomorrow. It is celebrated each year on the 3rd Sunday in July and is a part of National Ice Cream Month.
The evolution of ice cream
Thousands of years ago, people …
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7/16/16
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...And Let Them Play This Summer
Parenting expert Michele Borba says overscheduled, overwhelmed kids are missing out on the free play and downtime that develop their capacity to care about …
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7/15/16
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The incident started at approximately 9:08 PM. The first 911 caller stated the suspect was repeatedly shooting from across the street and a bullet had entered their home, which was occupied by …
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7/14/16
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Autumn Rae Shannon and her partner, Micaela Joseph, have made it to the finals of the World Performing Arts Championships in the Junior Vocal Group category.
The World Championships of …
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7/14/16
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We have not seen many stories about bears in Central Florida lately, but here is a bear story from Colorado that will make you think beyond trash cans.
Jefferson County is just west of Denver. …
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7/14/16
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By Kati Kleber, BSN, RN, CCRN
Anyone admitted to a hospital faces stress and anxiety, often in tandem with pain and trauma. Add into this mix a bombardment of information and instructions from a …
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7/13/16
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