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Although in the early stages, Evans Properties wants to bring 2,931 multifamily residential units, 1.1 million square feet of office and retail space, and 1.8 million square feet of industrial uses for its 257-acre development to a property near Kelly Park Road and State Road 429.

New massive mixed use/residential development on Kelly Park Road brings mixed opinions on local social media

How big is too big? How much housing is too much housing? How should growth in Apopka be managed? Those are all big questions in this community, and news of a massive new mixed-use/housing project … more

From Staff Reports | 9/19/22 | 4 comments

A Florida panther that had been hit by a car is released back into the wild with a collar attached to track it.

Turning Florida’s rural lands into urban sprawl is a tragedy worthy of Shakespeare

Florida is home to a lot of imperiled species like the panther, of course, and the Key deer, the manatee, the gopher tortoise, and a whole lot more. more

By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 9/19/22

AAA: Florida gas prices drop another three cents

Florida gas prices declined 3 cents per gallon last week. The state average has now three consecutive weekly declines, falling a total of 20 cents per gallon since August 27th. more

From AAA | 9/19/22

The female Aedes aegypti mosquito after taking her blood meal. Aedes aegypti is also known as the yellow fever mosquito.

Why are some people mosquito magnets and others unbothered?

Why do some people seem to be mosquito magnets while others are oblivious to these blood-feeding pests buzzing all around them? more

By Jonathan Day, Florida Phoenix | 9/19/22 | 1 comment

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: September 11th-17th

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 | 9/19/22

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 the Apopka Fire Department budget. more

From Staff Reports | 9/18/22

Updating Breaking News: Apopka police arrest 16-year-old shooting suspect

The Apopka Police Department arrested a 16-year-old male, and charged him with attempted homicide during commission of a felony. more

From Staff Reports | 9/18/22 | 1 comment

Orange County launches interactive transportation projects dashboard ahead of November vote

Voters will be asked whether they want to approve a one-cent sales tax increase that would be a dedicated funding source to address transportation needs across Orange County. more

By District 2 Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore | 9/18/22

Apopka police officer wins Sons of the American Revolution award

Each year the Central Florida Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution awards an outstanding individual in the field of Law Enforcement. more

From Staff Reports | 9/18/22

Truck Driving School coming to Apopka

The new state-of-the-art facility in Apopka will continue serving the greater Orlando market with an expanded footprint. more

From Roadmaster Driving Schools | 9/18/22

Adding 18 firefighters to the AFD is a huge win for Apopka

Our firefighters will now be able to run calls with three firefighters per apparatus, providing safety for our firefighters and higher-quality service to our residents. more

By Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta | 9/15/22

UN Study: Nearly half of global septic systems work inadequately

According to the United Nations, nearly one-fourth of the world’s wastewater comes from residential septic systems. But only 48% of such systems adequately treat wastewater. more

From UF/IFAS | 9/15/22

Poll reveals Florida's natural landmarks are the 8th most popular in America.

Aqua Expeditions, a recognized global leader in luxury small-ship expeditions, polled 2,100 Americans on which local natural landmarks they would most like to visit. more

From Aqua Expeditions | 9/15/22

Once a retiree’s paradise, Florida’s getting pricey

In 2020, the median price for a house in The Villages was $283k. Today, you’re looking at $402k. Today, roughly one-fifth of the state is 65 and older. more

By Jacob Cohen, The Hustle | 9/15/22

Apple chose not to raise prices on its new iPhone.

Why Apple can hold the line on iPhone prices, as smartphones defy soaring inflation and keep getting relatively cheaper

Apple recently announced its new versions of the iPhone and other gadgets and turned a lot of heads when it said it wouldn’t charge more despite higher costs to make the devices. more

By Jay Zagorsky, Boston University | 9/15/22

Developing Story: City Council approves 2022/23 final budget of $147.5 million

The Apopka City Council, at its September 7th budget hearing, voted 5-0 to approve the proposed millage rate and budget. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 9/14/22

Peanut Butter, Poinsettias, and Trees: UF/IFAS announces its October schedule of classes for Apopka and Orange County

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

From the UF/IFAS extension | 9/14/22

Florida Department of health in Orange County celebrating World Heart Day

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County celebrates World Heart Day on September 29th to bring awareness of cardiovascular disease and prevention. more

From the Florida Department of health in Orange County | 9/14/22

Demings' Weapons of Mass Destruction Bill passes committee

This week, the House Homeland Security Committee passed the Health Security and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Act. more

From the Office of Rep. Val Demings | 9/14/22

Experts urge check-ups for Florida kids, including mental health

Experts are reminding parents to schedule a time to get health screenings for kids and think beyond the basic back-to-school physical. more

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection | 9/14/22

Apopka City Budget 2022/23: A process that needed to go much smoother

The debates, discussions, tweaks, and edits typically come during the budget workshops. The hearings should be formalities that the Council agreed on two months ago. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 9/13/22

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: September 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

From the Apopka Police Department | 9/13/22

Above-average rainfall in August still leaves District’s southern region abnormally dry

While some areas in the central and northern region of the District received more than 9 inches of rain, southern portions of the District were left abnormally dry. more

From the St. John's River Water Management District | 9/13/22

Wallet Hub Report: Florida 3rd least vaccinated state in US

With vaccines preventing 4 to 5 million deaths per year according to the WHO, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2022’s States that Vaccinate the Most, as well … more

From Wallet Hub | 9/13/22

Should you vote early in the 2022 midterm elections? 3 essential reads

As political campaigning for the midterm elections is ramping up, millions of voters are considering how they should cast their ballots on November 8th, 2022. more

By Howard Manly and Matt Williams, The Conversation | 9/13/22

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