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When government officials block access to information, the public suffers.

Growing secrecy limits government accountability on public records

For decades, journalists and civic activists have lamented the increasing secrecy of government – the times, they were denied government information, particularly from public records requests. more

By David Cuillier, University of Florida | 3/12/24

Below-average rainfall in February for the District

In February, the St. Johns River Water Management District region witnessed below-average rainfall, with most precipitation concentrated mid-month. more

From the St. Johns River Water Management District | 3/12/24

Eliminate the guesswork in Safe Street design

In short, traffic calming is like language: it’s best when it is extremely clear and concise, eliminating the need for extra thinking on the receiving end. more

By Tiffany Owens Reed, Strong Towns | 3/12/24

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 March 9th. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 3/12/24

Weekend gun violence incident in Apopka infuriates Chief McKinley

At approximately 11:36 am on Saturday, the Apopka Police Department responded to calls reporting shots fired and, upon arrival, discovered a 33-year-old male inside a vehicle with gunshot wounds. more

From Staff Reports | 3/11/24

Austin Duran's legacy lives on

Austin Duran taught Apopka a lot in his short career as a firefighter and inspired us beyond all expectations in his death. His dedication and sacrifice left a lasting impact. more

From Staff Reports | 3/11/24 | 1 comment

Farmworkers push back on Florida Legislature's Heat Preemption Bill

Farmworkers got scorched yesterday by the passage of SB 1492, a bill that preempts local governments from passing even the most basic workplace protections. more

From the Florida Farmworkers Association | 3/11/24

Groups push for less pesticide use to save Florida's endangered species

The Center for Biological Diversity said pesticides threaten up to 97% of endangered species, a finding the Environmental Protection Agency determined six years ago. more

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection | 3/11/24

AAA: Florida gas prices inch lower after rising 15 cents

The state average rose 15 cents per gallon last week. However, by Sunday, it was back down to $3.43 per gallon. Crude oil futures declined nearly $2 per barrel last week (-2%). more

From AAA | 3/11/24

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 the upcoming Apopka City Charter Review workshop. more

From Staff Reports | 3/10/24

Developing Story: Manley stepping down as CEO/President of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce

Cate Manley, the President and CEO of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, announced her time in that role will end at the end of the month. more

From Staff Reports | 3/10/24

Celebrate Spring: Participate in "No Mow March"

“No-Mow March” isn’t just about letting your lawn grow wild and avoiding any maintenance; it’s a conscious choice to support local pollinators and biodiversity. more

By Forest Hecker, UF/IFAS | 3/10/24

Clerk of Courts reminds public of their right to know during Sunshine Week

While Sunshine Week is only once a year, Clerks uphold government transparency with accurate recordkeeping and efficient reporting every day. more

From the Orange County Clerk of Courts | 3/10/24

Breaking News Overnight: Apopka man dies after a single-vehicle collision on OBT

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a single-vehicle collision in Apopka this morning that resulted in the death of the driver. more

From the Florida Highway Patrol | 3/10/24

How Florida’s home insurance market became so dysfunctional, so fast

Florida insurance premiums cost homeowners an eye-watering $6,000 a year. That’s more than triple the national average. more

By Latisha Nixon-Jones, Jacksonville University | 3/7/24

Photo of a deer on the Lightsey Family Ranch, via a Conservation Florida press release. The state recently secured a conservation easement on the ranch.

Florida conservation easements preserve land – until a developer needs it

These lucrative land deals are supposed to preserve the property in perpetuity. But Kimberly Buchheit, a Central Florida land surveyor and environmental activist, told me, “Perpetuity has reached an expiration date: as soon as it is no longer convenient to protect land or restrict development.” more

By Craig Pittman | 3/7/24

While that ‘extra’ hour of sunlight in the evenings can be exhilarating, it comes with significant health trade-offs.

Could the days of ‘springing forward’ be numbered?

Researchers are discovering that “springing ahead” each March is connected with serious negative health effects, including an uptick in heart attacks and teen sleep deprivation. more

By Beth Ann Malow, Vanderbilt University | 3/7/24

A family reunion with a twist

Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka recently held its first-ever Habitat Homeowner Family Reunion. The festivities took place at FINFROCK. more

From Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka | 3/7/24

Congressman Frost announces Apopka's Hope CommUnity Center Executive Director as State of the Union Guest

Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) announced Felipe Sousa-Lazaballet, Executive Director of Hope CommUnity Center, will be his honored guest at the State of the Union. more

From the Office of Rep. Maxwell Frost | 3/6/24

Sidewalks: A cost-effective way to save lives

The county is committed to the federal Vision Zero Plan, which states as its goal, that even one traffic fatality is too many. The plan lists adding sidewalks as the most effective the lowest cost remedy for saving lives. more

By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner District 2 | 3/6/24

Rapid Rehousing services provided for Orange County homeless young adults with HIV

Ten applications nationwide were awarded, and Orange County was the only one awarded to provide services specifically targeting youth and young adults living with HIV. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 3/6/24

Tu Youyou shared the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2015.

5 groundbreaking female researchers who mapped the ocean floor, tested atomic theories, vanquished malaria and more

Behind some of the most fascinating scientific discoveries and innovations are women whose names might not be familiar but whose stories are worth knowing. more

By Maggie Villiger, The Conversation | 3/6/24

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 March 2nd. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 3/6/24

Orange County provides $3 million in financing for the 195-unit Southwick Commons project in Apopka

The developer’s agreement approved by the BCC involves a 195-unit project called Southwick Commons planned for downtown Apopka. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 3/5/24

Apopka launches vaccination initiative amid rising measles concerns

Apopka is partnering with the FDOH Orange County, OCPS, the Farmworker Association of Florida, Hope CommUnity Center, and the Apopka Fire Department to provide MMR vaccinations. more

From Staff Reports | 3/5/24

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