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Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Watch issued for Orange County
A tropical storm watch is now in effect for Orange County. Residents are encouraged to stay prepared and continue to monitor the latest weather updates. more
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Hurricane Ian.
Weather Alert: Hurricane Ian takes aim at Florida
Rainfall accumulations of 2-4” before the event will increase flooding concerns area-wide. Residents and visitors should prepare for heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible tornadoes 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 seven articles that shaped the city last week... all in one place, including details on a mixed-use project on Kelly Park Road. more
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Members of the Apopka Fire Department, their friends and family participated in the Tunnels to Towers 5K event in New York City to honor the fallen first responders on 9/11.
Apopka firefighters go "Tunnel to Towers" to honor FDNY firefighter and Austin Duran
On Sunday, 13 firefighters from the Apopka Fire Department, and seven of their family and friends participated in the Tunnel to Towers 5K run in New York City honoring the sacrifice made by first responders on 9/11. more
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The 2021 Corridor of the Year
Corridor of the Year is not just about beautification
On Saturday, October 1st, a group of independent judges will score five different corridors in District 2 for the Annual 2022 Corridor of the Year Contest. more
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Blue Darters, Mustangs fall in week five
Week five in high school football proved to be a struggle for both the Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs. more
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Tropical Storm Ian
Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Ian expected to strengthen rapidly
Additional flooding and rises on area streams and rivers cannot be ruled out, especially in Central Florida, given already saturated antecedent conditions. more
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Hurricane Prep: Sandbags available in Apopka, Orange County
The City of Apopka and Orange County Government are giving its residents the opportunity to acquire sandbags in preparation for what could be a significant rain event. more
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Clear storm drains help prevent local flooding. Prepare for heavy rain by removing debris from storm drains and ditches and reporting clogged ditches to local governments.
District urges preparedness as forecast puts Florida in tropical depression's path
The St. Johns River Water Management District is closely monitoring Tropical Depression Nine and is preparing for potential heavy rainfall throughout the region. more
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National Hurricane Center urges Floridians to keep an eye on Tropical Depression 9, which could shape up to be a major hurricane.
National Hurricane Center: Keep watch on new storm that could hit FL as hurricane
A newly formed tropical depression that formed late last night could spell trouble for Floridians early next week with a possibility of forming into a major hurricane. more
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South Apopka
At Nesta's urging, City Council announces South Apopka Annexation Workshop date
At the urging of Commissioner Nick Nesta, the City Council announced a date and time for a workshop to discuss the idea of annexing South Apopka. more
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Apopka Police Department hiring new officers
Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley is eager to build his department up to the authorized level and keep the APD growing at a similar rate to the city it serves. more
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Andre the Farmer: How hemp and bamboo can enhance earth care and sustainability
Hey guys, Andre the Farmer here, and today we’re going to talk about my favorite aspect of permaculture - earth care. Now I often hear people talking about how we need to save the planet. … more
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It is safe to get the newly formulated COVID-19 booster shot and the flu shot at the same time.
When should you get the new COVID-19 booster and the flu shot? Now is the right time for both
With the newly formulated COVID-19 booster shot now available and flu season just around the corner, a natural question is whether there is an optimal timing for the two shots. more
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Point Washington State Forest
New road through this Florida state forest is an idea going the wrong way
State forests in Florida get far less acclaim, perhaps because they lack mermaids and hippos. There are nearly 40 of them, totaling more than 1 million acres. more
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Florida Jerk Festival coming to Apopka
The Apopka Amphitheater will be the backdrop of one of Central Florida's most anticipated outdoor food, music, and cultural festivals. more
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Protect your health, get your flu shot
Getting the flu shot yearly is important and recommended for everyone six months and older, including pregnant women. more
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Team North Pine Hills
Who will win Corridor of the Year?
Corridor of the Year Corridor safety and blight is probably the issue I hear the most about as your county commissioner. Speeding and distracted drivers are generally the biggest cause of accidents. more
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Orlando, FL
Report: Orlando will be among the fastest growing cities by 2060
Results from the 2020 census reveal some notable changes in population distribution over the last decade. The U.S. population grew by about 7% from 2010 to 2020. more
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The small town that saved its only grocery store — by buying it
Residents of Erie, Kansas, received a letter from their city government. The self-addressed envelope contained just one question: “Do you support the City of Erie purchasing Stub's market? more
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Apopka Fire Chief Wylam restructures Fire Administration at AFD
The promotions came a week after the Apopka City Council approved a budget that added 18 firefighters, a Training Officer, a Health and Safety Officer, and a Quality Assurance Officer. more
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The monkeypox virus, shown in this illustration, can be transmitted through close contact between people.
Orange County crosses 200 Monkeypox cases; over 2,300 in Florida
A total of 2,300 cases of monkeypox have been reported in Florida since the beginning of the year. Most are still in South Florida, but Orange County has reported more than 200 infections. more
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Damaged homes in Puerto Rico from Hurricane Maria in 2017.
Demings calls for Major Disaster Declaration for Puerto Rico
A Major Disaster Declaration unlocks a wide range of additional federal assistance programs for individuals and public infrastructure. more
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High teacher turnover hurts students and negatively affects learning.
Stressed out, burned out and dropping out: Why teachers are leaving the classroom
Many school districts across the United States are in the midst of a crisis: a teacher shortage. Part of the problem is due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but there are other reasons. 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 September 19th. more
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