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Orange County Clerk’s Office Helps Those Affected by Domestic Violence

In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Orange County Clerk of Courts reminds the community its office is a local resource. more

From the Orange County Clerk of Courts | 10/20/22

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 30: Deb McGinty walks with outstretched arms near her apartment as she said she was, "Thanking God that I'm alive" after Hurricane Ian passed through on September 30, 2022 in Fort Myers, Florida. Mrs. McGinty said she rode the storm out in her home and feels lucky to be alive. The hurricane brought high winds, storm surges and rain to the area causing severe damage.

Bacteria outbreak after Ian tells a scary story about Florida’s broken sewage systems

Lee County, the place where Hurricane Ian slammed ashore three weeks ago, is suffering from a record-breaking epidemic of Vibrio vulnificus. more

By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 10/20/22

Updating Breaking News: Apopka man involved in fatal crash on I-4 in Seminole County

Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a multiple-vehicle collision on Interstate 4 in Seminole County yesterday that resulted in the death of a driver. According to the FHP report, … more

From the Florida Highway Patrol | 10/20/22

Bankson and Hughes head into the homestretch

There are 20 days left until voters in Apopka and across District 39 choose their Florida House representative. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 10/19/22

Food for Thought: Second Harvest Food Bank begins its tours in November

This year, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is inviting the community into the warehouse for an in-person, behind-the-scenes look at its facilities. more

From Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida | 10/19/22

Flesh-eating bacteria found in Florida after Hurricane Ian

When Hurricane Ian blasted Florida with Category 4 intensity, it brought with it gale force winds and massive flooding, but no one expected a flesh-eating virus. more

From Staff Reports | 10/19/22

Florida leads the nation in votes cast so far in 2022 midterm election

As of Wednesday morning, 837,948 Floridians have already voted in the 2022 midterm election. That’s the highest level of participation of early voting in the US. more

By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix | 10/19/22

Station Street Project back on the agenda

At its October 19th meeting, the Apopka City Council will take up an issue both familiar and controversial - the Downtown Apopka Station Street Project. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 10/18/22

CareerSource Central Florida hosting Job Fair

This week, CareerSource Central Florida, Florida’s second largest workforce board, announced it will host a Non-Profit & Local Government Job Fair on Wednesday, October 26, which is … more

From CareerSource Central Florida | 10/18/22

Orange County included in Phase Two D-SNAP Benefits Program

Orange County residents are now able to apply for the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). more

From the Orange Couty Newsroom | 10/18/22

Economists estimate up to $1.56 billion hit to Florida agriculture due to Hurricane Ian

Seasonal crops, livestock, nursery and aquaculture products potentially lost as a result of Hurricane Ian will likely be valued between $787 million and $1.56 billion. more

From UF/IFAS | 10/18/22

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: October 9th-15th

The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles. more

From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports | 10/18/22

Environmental Alert: Health officials issue blue-green algae bloom caution for Lake Apopka

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County has issued a Health Caution for the presence of blue-green algae in Lake Apopka. more

From the Florida Department of health in Orange County | 10/17/22

Ian leveled hundreds of buildings in Fort Myers.

How the costs of disasters like Hurricane Ian are calculated – and why it takes so long to add them up

The US experienced 15 disasters in the first nine months of 2022; each causing at least $1 billion in damage. Hurricane Ian is taking the largest toll of these disasters by far. more

By Adam Rose, University of Southern California | 10/17/22

What's behind the boom in construction business applications?

Stacker analyzed census data to expose trends and uncover possible reasons for the boom in record-setting construction business applications since 2021. more

By Paxtyn Merten, Stacker | 10/17/22

UF/IFAS announces its November schedule of classes for Apopka and Orange County

The UF/IFAS Extension continues its classes and programs for Apopka and Orange County residents in November. more

From the UF/IFAS extension | 10/17/22

AAA: Florida gas prices rise 7 cents after recent oil price hike

Florida gas prices increased 7 cents per gallon last week. The state average has increased by 23 cents per gallon since October 6th. more

From AAA | 10/17/22

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 last week... all in one place, including details on reinstating tolls on Florida's roads. more

From Staff Reports | 10/16/22

Blue Darters, Mustangs prevail

Friday night was kind to both Apopka football teams with the Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs winning their contests. more

From Staff Reports | 10/16/22

Character Towns - Part Two: Why they matter

I believe we can build character neighborhoods. The charge is to build active social networks which build stronger bonds through community projects and action. more

By District 2 Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore | 10/16/22

APD hires two new officers

The Apopka Police Department added two new officers to its force on Friday at a City Hall swearing-in ceremony officiated by APD Chief Michael McKinley. more

From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports | 10/16/22

Loaves and Fishes announces its holiday schedule

Loaves and Fishes would like to thank the incredible support of our Apopka community this year! Our fundraising efforts this year have given us more opportunities to serve more people. more

From Loaves and Fishes | 10/16/22

Apopka among communities receiving aerial mosquito treatments from Orange County as early as Sunday

Orange County Mosquito Control has identified approximately 93,000 acres with an increased mosquito population that will receive this additional aerial treatment. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/14/22

FDOT reinstating toll operations on Florida roads this weekend

Tolls were suspended on certain toll facilities as early as September 26 in order to support early evacuation and emergency response preparations. more

From the Florida Department of Transportation | 10/13/22

An area that once contained a building is shown swept clear following Hurricane Ian on Oct. 3, 2022, in Fort Myers Beach.

Development on Florida’s barrier islands made Ian evacuation virtually impossible

Jesus had some good advice for Florida developers: Don’t build a house on the sand. It won’t stand up when a storm hits. more

By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 10/13/22

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