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Apopka Fire Station #5 hosting book fair
  The Apopka Fire Department and Apopka Police Department, in partnership with Re-Imagine Communities, are hosting the 2023 Apopka Reading Heroes Scholastic Book Fair.   Calling all book lovers and literary enthusiasts!   Get ready to embark on a literary journey like never before as the Apopka Fire Department transforms … more
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The 8th Annual North Shore Birding Festival starts this Thursday.
8th Annual Lake Apopka North Shore Birding Festival begins this Thursday
The North Shore Birding Festival highlights the St. Johns River Water Management District’s 20,000-acre Lake Apopka North Shore. more
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Giving Tuesday in Apopka is an opportunity to help a local non-profit
GivingTuesday is a Movement that Unleashes the Power of Radical Generosity Around the World. It reimagines a world built upon shared humanity and generosity. more
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8 insurance facts that might surprise you
Here are eight facts to help simplify health insurance – and maybe help you realize it’s easier to get and less expensive than you think. more
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AAA: Florida drivers found the lowest Thanksgiving gas prices in three years
The average price at the pump on Thanksgiving day was $3.03 per gallon in Florida. Last year, Thanksgiving travelers paid $3.41 per gallon. 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... all in one place, including details on the sale of the Highland Manor. more
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Cyber Monday: The online transition from Black Friday is today
Cyber Monday, the online counterpart to Black Friday, has evolved into a shopping phenomenon, drawing millions of shoppers seeking the best bargains from the comfort of their screens. more
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Bat experts say this tree-fringed parking area by Zoo Miami, where Miami Wilds is supposed to be built, is crucial for the survival of the endangered Florida bonneted bat.
Be thankful for Florida whistleblowers like Ron Magill
Pittman: "This is the time of year I always feel compelled to remind everyone that the first Thanksgiving occurred in Florida." more
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Winston Academy of Engineering students work on a project in Lakeland, Florida.
Florida lawmakers aim to cut red tape for public schools with new legislation
Senate Bill 7004 will provide additional authority to school districts regarding pre-kindergarten programs, school improvements, assessments, reporting, and instructional materials. more
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The government is welcoming laid-off tech workers with open arms
The US government is saying, “I want you,” to tech workers looking for their next gigs, according to the online news site Wired. But one employer is still … more
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Shoppers are looking for value this holiday season.
Americans are tiptoeing out of economic turmoil this holiday shopping season
With two big shopping days on the horizon – Black Friday and Cyber Monday – U.S. retailers are preparing for the most important time of the year. more
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2023 Fusion Fest begins Saturday
FusionFest's mission is to celebrate the people and cultures that make Central Florida awesome by showcasing talents, sharing stories, and driving innovation. more
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CFCArts: Let Your Heart Be Light with a Celebration of Holiday Favorites
This winter season, celebrate the delight of what makes the holidays sparkle with joy. Join Central Florida Community Arts in three sweet artistic treats sure to put you in the Christmas spirit. more
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The Reunion Resort is hosting Golf Quest 2023
Quest announces its Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Benefitting Quest ’s mission to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life, our annual Golf Tournament will leave you inspired about the work we do in Central Florida … 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 November 18th. more
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Don’t blame the turkey for those snores coming from the living room!
No, turkey doesn’t make you sleepy – but it may bring more trust to your Thanksgiving table
Where turkey is being eaten, there is inevitably talk of tryptophan – a naturally occurring chemical found in turkey and other foods. But does ut really make you drowsy? more
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Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Best Thanksgiving movies of all time
Stacker looked at data from IMDb to rank the highest-rated Thanksgiving films of all time as of November 2023. To determine which movies would qualify, Stacker surveyed the history of film, comprehensive film databases, and legitimate editorial compilations of Thanksgiving movies. more
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Check it out! Mayor’s Toy Drive Gets Drop-Off Help from Orange County Library System
In its 13th year, the Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive has collected nearly 75,000 toys and gifts that benefit local youth. Last year, the drive collected more than 9,000 toys. more
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AAA activates Tow-to-Go program for the Thanksgiving weekend
As AAA prepares to rescue more than 360,000 drivers with car trouble this holiday weekend, it will also work to keep impaired drivers off the road. more
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Cranberries grow on vines in sandy bogs and marshes.
Cranberries can bounce, float and pollinate themselves: The saucy science of a Thanksgiving classic
Cranberry cultivation began in 1816 in Massachusetts, where Henry Hall found that covering cranberry bogs with sand fertilized the vines and retained water around their roots. more
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Caring Hands of Apopka providing Thanksgiving meals to the needy
Caring Hands of Apopka has been feeding the needy full traditional meals every Thanksgiving for a decade at 22 Michael Gladden Boulevard in Apopka. more
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Side dishes made with colorful vegetables are a holiday staple for many.
Thanksgiving sides are delicious and can be nutritious − here’s the biochemistry of how to maximize the benefits
Vegetables are full of micronutrients that human bodies need for metabolism – or converting food into energy – and to form and maintain cells and tissues. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: November 12th-18th
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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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended Americans should get the updated COVID-19 vaccine.
Here’s what you should know about COVID-19 cases ahead of Thanksgiving
The variant is slightly more dominant in the South, where it accounts for 31.5 percent of cases, according to the CDC, which includes Florida. more
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Breaking News: Missing Apopka girl is located
The Apopka Police Department announced today that Makenzie Rose Kepka, the Apopka girl missing since November 8th, has been located. more
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