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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: July 2nd-8th
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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A group of Anopheles mosquitoes taking a blood meal in an experiment conducted by the New Mexico State University Molecular Vector Physiology Lab.
Not all repellents are equal – here’s how to avoid mosquito bites this summer
While mosquitoes leave bothersome, itchy bites on your skin, they can also pose a serious and sometimes deadly risk to your health. more
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National study finds up to nine PFAS in FL’s tap water
Between 2016 and 2021, researchers tested private wells and public water sources all over the country, according to the study published on Wednesday. more
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Orange County pilot program providing childcare for domestic violence survivors
Research suggests that many survivors of domestic violence cannot leave their abusers because they cannot afford child care. more
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Kissing bugs have evolved to be experts at taking a blood meal. The insect inserts its needlelike proboscis into its host and injects anesthetic-like molecules, making the bite virtually painless. Kissing bugs also secrete proteins that dilate the vein and keep blood from coagulating. If undisturbed, they can feed for up to 10 minutes.
Racing to diagnose Chagas disease, a silent killer in Florida
Chagas disease can be a silent killer: Symptoms may take decades to appear and are often irreversible once they are recognized. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices rebound, most expensive in four weeks
Florida gas prices suddenly rebounded last week, rising an average of 20 cents per gallon. The increase snapped a 22-day streak of declines that sent the state average to $3.26 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 six articles that shaped the city last week... all in one place, including details on the new Apopka City Attorney. more
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Apopkans have the right to free speech; but should use it wisely
You, as Americans and Apopkans, have the right to free speech, however it is a freedom that should be taken seriously and used wisely.  more
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Romaine lettuce.
CDC study links gastrointestinal infections in Florida to salad kits
According to a CDC study published Thursday, the sharp increase in cases of Cyclosporiasis follows a nationwide trend caused by a parasite found in domestically grown produce. more
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A fleet of shrimp boats at Fort Myers Beach, Florida.
Data shows Florida seafood landings rank below historic trends
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, hurricanes and increased fuel costs have reduced the catch of Florida’s seafood industry. more
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Meta’s new Threads platform is going gangbusters, but that doesn’t mean it will replace Twitter.
Meta’s Threads is surging, but mass migration from Twitter is likely to remain an uphill battle
Threads claimed 30 million users on its first day. Even very different forms of social media, such as TikTok, are benefiting from what many see as Twitter’s imminent demise. more
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City commissioners take steps to censure Mayor Nelson
The Apopka City Council, at its July 5th meeting, took steps to censure Mayor Bryan Nelson for his comments about the employment status of former City Attorney Michael Rodriguez. more
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Commissioner Nick Nesta (left) clashes with Mayor Bryan Nelson (right) about social media threats.
Nesta calls out threatening comments by "keyboard warriors" on social media
With social media being front and center in most Americans' lives, young and old, a voice in public discourse is at the fingertips of the many. more
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Bald Eagles
Florida’s Bald Eagles rebounded after Hurricane Ian’s destruction, according to EagleWatch Report
In the aftermath of Category 5 Hurricane Ian in late September, EagleWatch volunteers returned to monitoring Bald Eagle nests even as they faced significant damage to their own homes and communities. more
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District’s work helps protect postcard-worthy lakes in our region
Lakes Appreciation Month helps raise awareness of the importance of lakes and their benefits, such as providing open spaces, recreation, aquifer recharge, and helping to reduce the impacts of flooding. 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 1st. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Apopka hires new City Attorney
The Apopka City Council, at its July 5th meeting, approved Cliff Shepard as its next City Attorney with a 5-0 vote. It was a refreshing transition back to normalcy. more
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Found Money: The Orange County Clerk of Courts may have cash for you
The checks listed are those that were mailed but never cashed, perhaps because the intended recipient moved away and did not leave a forwarding address or put the check away and forgot about it. more
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Smoke rises from a brush fire near Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles.
Human exposure to wildfires has more than doubled in two decades – who is at risk might surprise you
The knowledge has implications for how communities prepare to fight wildfires in the future, how they respond to population growth, and whether policy changes such as increasing insurance premiums to reduce losses will be effective. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: June 25th-July 1st
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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Updating Breaking News: FHP arrests Apopka man suspected in hit-and-run collision
Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run crash that occurred today on Ocoee Apopka Road and Demastus Lane in Ocoee. more
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Apopka City Hall
Consent Agenda item that triggered debate on city attorney returns to July 5th meeting
The revelation and discussion about Michael Rodriguez remaining as city attorney triggered the administration to revise a separation agreement from July 7th to June 22nd. more
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Mending broken hearts and broken homes
Finding true forgiveness and healing for a youth who has experienced a disrupted childhood happens when they’re with a stable and loving family – however they define the word “family.” more
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Social media protection bill for minors, their parents still idle
The legislation would also require that anyone under the age of 18 have “affirmative consent” from a parent or guardian to create an account. more
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Some evidence suggests that malaria mosquitoes are becoming resistant to insecticides.
Locally transmitted malaria in the US could be a harbinger of rising disease risk in a warming climate – 5 questions answered
Malaria is a serious and sometimes life-threatening disease caused by the bite of a female mosquito. The most common symptoms are fever, chills, headaches, muscle aches, and fatigue. more
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