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Florida McDonald’s awarding $100,000 in grants to benefit local K-12 students

This year, 27 Golden Grants will be awarded based on creativity, innovation, need, and hands-on application of projects: more

From McDonald’s USA, LLC | 8/22/22

Are we going back to the cable days?

Streaming was supposed to free consumers from cable’s woes — high monthly prices, tons of ads, and unnecessary programming. But recent developments at the biggest streaming services … more

From the Hustle | 8/22/22

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 AdventHealth Apopka's new CEO. more

From Staff Reports | 8/21/22

Six tips to save money at the farmer’s market

Rising costs have brought on rising concerns. The ripple effects of the years-long COVID pandemic continue to surface in economies worldwide. more

By Lourdes Mederos, UF/IFAS | 8/21/22

Get it in the ground: Time to prepare for Fall crops

Fall or Autumn, as I like to call it, is a great time of year to plant all the annual veggies that can't tolerate our Florida summer sun. more

By Andre the Farmer | 8/21/22

Food for Thought: Second Harvest Food Bank's tours can inspire action

“Food for Thought” tour participants will get an inside look at the food bank’s active warehouse and distribution center, seeing first-hand how Second Harvest distributes food. more

From Second Harvest Food Bank | 8/21/22

AAA launches contest for 8th Graders; 60 Students will Win European Cruise

AAA is bringing back a popular contest for 8th graders, where the winners are taken on a week-long educational river cruise in Europe. more

From AAA | 8/21/22

Finding identity at the Hope CommUnity Center

This summer, Apopka’s Hope Community Center officially began its LGBTQ+ immigrant rights program to support members of both the queer and immigrant communities. more

By Katelyn Colley, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 8/18/22 | 1 comment

Florida homicides up over last decade

Over the 10-year period from 2011 to 2020, the number of murders reported in the U.S. climbed by 47%. Now, the national murder rate is the highest it has been since 1997. more

Samuel Stebbins, 24/7 Wall St. via The Center Square | 8/18/22

Why is rent skyrocketing?

In the past year, nearly every essential good or service has escalated in price. But hikes in rent, typically the biggest monthly expense, have hit especially hard. more

By Zachary Crockett, The Hustle | 8/18/22

Photo of overcrowded hallway at Apopka High School triggers response from local activist

Olsen: "We must come together with a coordinated, consistent, UNITED, and UNRELENTING effort to make the changes in Tallahassee to address our overcapacity." more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 8/17/22 | 1 comment

Adam Simjee, 22, and Mikayla Paulus, 20, were hiking in Cheaha State Park Sunday when they were robbed at gunpoint. Simjee was fatally shot during the incident.

Apopka man shot and killed during shootout with robbery suspect in Alabama

An Apopka man traveling with his girlfriend was shot and killed during an attempted robbery in the Talladega National Forest in Alabama. more

From Staff Reports | 8/17/22 | 1 comment

Monkeypox outbreak reaches nearly 11,000 cases in the US; Florida ranks 3rd in caseloads

The 2022 monkeypox outbreak has spread to nearly 11,000 cases nationwide, with Florida ranking third in caseloads across states, according to the latest figures from the CDC. more

By Issac Morgan, Florida Phoenix | 8/17/22

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: August 7th-13th

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 | 8/17/22

Bats, Bees, and Backyard Chickens: UF/IFAS announces its September schedule of classes for Apopka and Orange County

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

From the UF/IFAS extension | 8/16/22

Students still struggling in math, with only 49% passing state Algebra 1 exam in 2022

In a crucial state Algebra 1 exam, 49 percent of students passed in 2022, up from 47 percent from the year before, according to Florida Department of Education data. more

By Danielle J. Brown, Florida Phoenix | 8/16/22

Creating a renaissance at Orange County’s Magnolia Park

An Eco-Education center, fishing pier, dock, pavilion, and shaded playground designed for children of differing abilities are just some of what you’ll find at Magnolia Park. more

By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner District 2 | 8/16/22

Kraft Heinz recalls over 5,000 cases of Capri Sun Wild Cherry juice drink

The Kraft Heinz company announced a voluntary recall of approximately 5,760 cases of Capri Sun Wild Cherry Flavored Juice Drink Blend beverages. more

From Staff Reports | 8/16/22

Why gas is actually cheap in America

This summer at the local gas station in Tabor, Iowa, Stacey Rycroft, and her husband reached an undesirable milestone: $100 to fill the tank of their Chevrolet Traverse. “It’s a pretty high … more

By Mark Dent, The Hustle | 8/16/22

AdventHealth names new Apopka CEO

Pridgen has a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Oregon and a bachelor’s degree in accounting with an emphasis in finance from Walla Walla University. more

From AdventHealth News | 8/15/22

First Watch opens in Apopka

First Watch, the leading Daytime Dining concept with more than 445 restaurants nationwide, announced today it has opened a new location in Apopka. more

From First Watch | 8/15/22

Eco-Friendly Infrastructure Development

Greetings to the residents of District 2, my name is Sandra Fatmi-Hall, and I’m running to be your next Orange County District 2 Commissioner. more

By Sandra Fatmi-Hall, Candidate for Orange County Commissioner, District 2 | 8/15/22

Demings, Soto, Murphy announce grant funding for Central Florida LYNX & FDOT

Reps. Val Demings (FL-10), Darren Soto (FL-09), and Stephanie Murphy (FL-07) announced new federal grants for LYNX and FDOT. more

From the office of Rep. Val Demings | 8/15/22

AAA: Florida gas prices fall for the ninth consecutive week

Florida drivers are now paying an average price of $3.65 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average since March 3rd, 2022. more

From AAA | 8/15/22

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 Camp Wewa's manager being dismissed. more

From Staff Reports | 8/14/22

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