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According to sources inside the AFD, Wil Sanchez, the AFD's Deputy Fire Chief, will step in as interim fire chief for Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam.
Developing Story: Deputy Chief Wil Sanchez to take over as Interim Apopka Fire Chief
The Apopka Voice has learned from three sources, two inside the Apopka Fire Department with knowledge of the events, and speaking under the condition of anonymity, that Deputy Fire Chief Wil Sanchez will be named AFD Interim Fire Chief on Monday. more
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Homelessness is on the rise across the U.S.
Homeless service providers could help more people overcome homelessness if they measured success differently
Homelessness has many complex causes, including unemployment, housing affordability, and health problems. more
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Summer of Savings: Duke Energy shares do-it-yourself projects to help Florida customers maximize energy-efficiency
Customers can save money on electric bills by leveraging low- to no-cost projects to manage energy use and maximize savings. more
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UF scientists study how to bring you ‘climate-smart coffee’
Coffee beans consumed across the globe come from two species: Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora, also known as Robusta (or Conilon) coffee. more
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The Kelly Park School and three others in the Apopka area received "A" grades from the Florida Department of Education.
Orange County Public Schools earns an “A”
Three Apopka schools (Kelly Park, Wolf Lake Elementary, and Wolf Lake Middle) received "A" grades, as did Zellwood Elementary. Apopka High School received a "B" grade, while Wekiva High received a "C". more
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IMMOKALEE, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 19: Workers pick tomatoes at a farm owned and operated by Pacific Tomato Growers on February 19, 2021 in Immokalee, Florida.
Florida has the highest rate of heat-related illnesses, a new report finds
Over the past four years, Florida has had the highest rate of emergency room visits because of heat-related problems, with almost 5,000 hospitalizations between 2018 and 2022, according to the report. more
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Dr. Xiaoying Li at the UF/IFAS Tropical Research and Education Center (TREC). Photo taken 07-15-24.
New UF/IFAS vegetable crop specialist driving innovative research, crop diversification to Florida’s small farms
Some small farmers in Florida benefit from an ideal subtropical climate but need more options for high-value fruit and vegetable crops to grow profitably and meet demands. more
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Researchers are gaining key insights into how the SARS-CoV-2 virus can lead to long COVID symptoms.
Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – the picture is unsettling
The intense scientific effort that long COVID sparked has resulted in more than 24,000 scientific publications, making it the most researched health condition in any four years of recorded human history. Researchers are gaining key insights into the ways that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can lead to long … 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 20th. more
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The people who feed America are going hungry 
The 2.4 million or so farmworkers who are the backbone of America’s agricultural industry earn among the lowest wages in the country. more
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Students at West Defuniak Elementary School in Defuniak Springs.
State officials predict Florida K-12 enrollment will continue to grow
Enrollments in Florida schools decreased by 6% in the fall of 2020 during the pandemic. While they have begun to increase, they remain 3% below their prior level. more
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Century Tower at the University of Florida.
Presidential searches taking off at three Florida universities
University of Florida and Florida A&M University announced candidates to tap as interim presidents following resignations by both institutions’ leaders, while Florida Atlantic University will kick off its second presidential search since its most recent president left in 2022.  more
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The first two weeks of practice are the hardest as the body acclimatizes.
Sports in extreme heat: How high school athletes can safely prepare for the start of practice, and the warning signs of heat illness
Studies have found that the greatest risk of heat illness occurs in the first two weeks of team practices, while players’ bodies are still getting used to the physical exertion and the heat. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: July 14th-20th
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 City Hall.
Trust and integrity must return to the Apopka City Council
The Council needs to get to the bottom of Mayor Nelson's accusation. I know it may seem like we are already at rock bottom in many ways, but a member of the Council simply cannot make statements like that from the dais without proving their words. more
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Colin Poon received recognition from OCPS Board Member Melissa Byrd for his ideas about making sun safety part of the curriculum.
Apopka High graduate becomes Central Florida Student Leader
Colin Poon, a 2024 Apopka High School graduate, was not only recognized by Orange County Schools for bringing sun-safety education to the attention of OCPS but also by Bank of America as a student leader. more
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Goodwill offers jump start on back-to-school deals for students and school personnel
Students and educators can show a valid school ID at checkout to get a 10% discount on purchases. The special “Teachable Moments” deal runs until Sunday, July 28th. more
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Outdoor adventures await campers at Orange County Parks and Recreation
Five family-friendly Orange County campgrounds offer sought-after amenities, including fire rings, grills, water, electricity, picnic tables, showers, and restrooms. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices plummet 18 cents in 10 days
Sunday's state average of $3.36 is the lowest daily average price since July 1st. It's 28 cents less than the highest price this year ($3.64) - recorded on May 3rd. 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... all in one place, including details on a new restaurant opening in Apopka. more
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JP Hodgkins stands inside his Eagle Scout project - a recreation area for Apopka Fire Station #2.
My endorsement for Apopka Fire Chief: JP Hodgkins
JP Hodgkins will be the Apopka Fire Chief one day, and I am endorsing his ascension. It might be a few years, but the 18-year-old Hodgkins, a recent graduate of Apopka High School, is on the right path and possesses all the qualities he needs to succeed. more
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EV changers on Florida’s Turnpike.
Florida sits on federal EV money that could provide more chargers
Florida submitted a plan for spending the money, which the federal government approved. But now, Florida is one of 15 states that will not allow companies to apply for the money. more
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One million Floridians have been disenrolled from Medicaid since 2023
The federal government asked states to provide continuous Medicaid coverage to those enrolled during the COVID-19 pandemic, even if their circumstances changed, making them ineligible for coverage. more
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The Arlington Presbyterian Church in Arlington, Va., seen in 2015, developed an affordable housing project on its property.
Affordable housing in God’s backyard: Some religious congregations find a new use for their space
Some congregations are using their land in new ways that reflect their faith. Some are repurposing their property to provide affordable housing as the housing crisis intensifies across the country. more
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Here, there be monsters...
On my desk is a triangular-shaped tooth, something like three and a half inches long tooth.  The tooth is fossilized and came from a shark that would dwarf even the largest of any shark living today. more
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