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APD Sergeant is Valedictorian of Officer's Development Course
APD Sergeant Chris Clutter graduated from the 94th Command Officer's Development Course, an intense five-month training program held by the Southern Police Institute. more
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Wekiva Paint Out returns!
The annual event brings world-class artists to Wekiva Island and Wekiwa Springs State Park for a week of work to capture the beautiful surroundings, all to benefit local organizations that help protect the river for future generations. more
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App helps consumers find pollinator-friendly plants for their landscape 
The Florida-Friendly Landscaping program at UF developed an online and mobile app. The BeeGardens app helps the public identify bees and bee-friendly plants in their yards.   more
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Many African Americans made education a high priority after the Civil War.
What everyone should know about Reconstruction 150 years after the 15th Amendment’s ratification
During that complex period after the Civil War, African Americans gained political power yet faced the backlash of white supremacy and racial violence. more
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Rod Olsen honored as the 2023 Volunteer of the Year by the Apopka Police Department
Rod Olsen was recently honored by the Apopka Police Department as the Volunteer of the Year for 2023. more
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Zero Fatalities: Orange County Adopts Vision Zero Strategies to Save Lives
Vision Zero recognizes that people sometimes make mistakes, so road systems and related policies should be designed to ensure human error doesn’t result in severe injuries or fatalities. more
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MIAMI, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 02: Construction workers build a residential high rise on October 02, 2023 in Miami, Florida. According to the Census Bureau, apartment building starts fell to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 334,000 units in August, marking a 41% decline from the pace seen the same month a year prior.
When will housing affordability improve? Spoiler alert: It will take some time
Here’s what to know about ongoing construction shortages, high-interest rates, where housing prices are climbing, and what policymakers could do about it. more
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The Florida Department of Education's Just Read, Florida! team visited W.R. Tolar K-8 School in Liberty County on Jan. 25, 2023.
Florida bill that would revise the state's pre-kindergarten program advances
Florida lawmakers have advanced a bill this week that would allow young students and those who teach them the tools to be successful. more
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Operation Best Foot Forward is coming to Apopka on Friday
During Operation Best Foot Forward, plainclothes officers and deputies will cross streets at marked crosswalks, giving drivers enough time to slow down and stop safely. more
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The high cost of doing nothing about homelessness
In “A Tale of Two Tent Cities“ the authors state, “Local governments have essentially three choices in responding to the presence of homeless encampments.” more
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Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve.
Florida lawmakers try to move aquatic preserve’s boundary to benefit developer
Pittman: "Over the weekend, I heard about something new to me. It’s a bill to cut a chunk from one of the state’s aquatic preserves. It’s being done for the benefit of a developer." more
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Florida Legislature considering homeowner policy increases exceeding 50%
Increases greater than 50% on homeowner policies by two insurance companies will be considered in hearings by the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation later this month. more
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These highways displaced many Black communities. Some Black activists are using mapping to do the opposite: highlight hidden parts of history.
Black communities are using mapping to document and restore a sense of place
The research looks at how African American communities struggling for freedom have long used maps to protest and survive racism while affirming the value of Black life. more
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The intersection of Ponkan and Vick Road was closed for three days due to a sewer break.
Developing Story: Sewer line break closes major intersection for the third day
For a third straight day, a sewer line break has led to the closure of the Ponkan and Vick Road intersection, causing disruptions to traffic and local businesses in the area.  more
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Candidates for city commission hit the home stretch after a slow fundraising month
In the last month of an election, candidates should focus on maximizing their outreach to voters and getting their message across effectively. more
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Above-average rainfall dominates most of the District
Of the 18 counties that comprise the District, 11 received between half an inch to an inch more rainfall than their usual monthly average. more
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The Florida Capital
How to know what's happening in Tallahassee and how to let them hear from you
As a Republic form of government, we elect our sitting officials to represent us, and we must give them our opinions of how we want our society to run. We didn’t send them to their seats for them to run the various levels of government as THEY see fit.  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 February 10th. more
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Shoreline stabilization work continues at Lake Apopka North Shore.
Detours expected at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive due to property upgrades
The St. Johns River Water Management District has initiated its shoreline stabilization project along Welland Road, scheduled to continue until February 23rd. more
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No Florida Property Taxes? A legislative study could be the first step toward phasing them out
The elimination of Florida property taxes and replacing them with a consumption tax is being proposed in the House of Representatives. more
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Woman At Her Toilette by Berthe Morisot (c. 1875–1880).
Five fun fashion Valentine’s gifts from history – from eye rings to hair jewelry
It is estimated that $6.5 billion will be spent on Valentine’s Day bling in the US alone in 2024, while a further $3 billion will be spent on clothing, such as lingerie. more
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Study unveils critical findings and calls for action in childcare crisis
The project aimed to identify pilot innovations and policy solutions with objectives that included addressing teacher and seat shortages, improving provider sustainability, and ensuring the availability and affordability of high-quality ECE for all families in need. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: February 4th-10th
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.
Manley's crusade against Apopka's Investment/Portfolio Policy: A solution looking for a problem
In 2023, the Apopka City Council took the first steps toward transitioning from a local bank-heavy portfolio to a more diversified investment plan. more
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Darryl Richardson is a candidate for Apopka City Commission Seat #3.
Richardson's plan for the city commission is to run Apopka like a business
Richardson and his opponent, Nadia Anderson, are both first-time candidates. Whoever is victorious will have to fill a vacancy left by the past two vice-mayors of Apopka. more
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