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Apopka City Commission candidates outline competing visions for managing rapid growth at final debate

Seven candidates for the Apopka City Commission offered sharply different approaches to budgeting, infrastructure, and economic development during a wide-ranging forum at Victory Church. With growth accelerating and $235 million in local spending leaving the city each year, voters will decide March 10 who is best positioned to guide Apopka’s next phase. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 2/15/26

Apopka High students walk out to protest ICE

Apopka High School students walked out of class on Friday to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and show support for immigrant families. The demonstration occurred off campus and did not disrupt school operations, even as a similar walkout at West Orange High was canceled after administrators warned of possible expulsion. more

From Staff Reports | 2/15/26 | 1 comment

Apopka Historical Society spotlights Linda Lee in Black History Month podcast

The Apopka Historical Society is honoring Black History Month by featuring community advocate and artist Linda Lee on its “Tater Talk” podcast. Lee’s work preserves the stories of Lake Apopka farmworkers affected by decades of pesticide exposure and environmental injustice. more

From the Apopka Historical Society | 2/15/26

A young George Washington was thrust into the dense, contested wilderness of the Ohio River Valley as a land surveyor for real estate development companies in Virginia.

How a 22-year-old George Washington learned how to lead, from a series of mistakes in the Pennsylvania wilderness

Long before he commanded the Continental Army, a 22-year-old George Washington helped ignite the French and Indian War through a series of missteps in the Ohio wilderness. The failures he endured near Fort Duquesne ultimately shaped the leadership style that defined the American Revolution. A young George Washington was thrust into the dense, contested … more

By Christopher Magra, University of Tennessee | 2/15/26

Apopka High students plan a walkout to protest ICE and support families affected by immigration enforcement

Students at Apopka High School will stage a peaceful walkout on Friday to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and show solidarity with families they say have been separated by detentions and deportations. The event is entirely student-led, with the Florida Farmworkers Association sharing the announcement and offering media support. more

From Staff Reports and the Florida Farmworkers Association | 2/12/26

Former Nelson administration officials endorse Christine Moore for Apopka mayor

Two former senior officials who served under Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson have endorsed Christine Moore’s campaign for mayor, arguing the city needs experienced, collaborative leadership to manage rapid growth and infrastructure demands. The endorsements come weeks before voters head to the polls in the March 10 election. more

From Staff Reports | 2/12/26 | 2 comments

A major sugar company is harvesting its sugar crop. Big Sugar is pushing a bill that would let it shut up its critics.

Big Sugar wants Florida lawmakers to make its critics shut up

Two bills moving through the Florida Legislature would expand Florida’s “veggie libel” law to include sugar, giving large agricultural producers new legal tools to challenge public criticism. Environmental groups, free-speech advocates, and even some conservative activists say the measures primarily benefit U.S. Sugar and other major growers at the expense of transparency. more

By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 2/12/26

Orange County upgrades AED network across public buildings to strengthen emergency response

Orange County has upgraded its automated external defibrillator network, equipping more than 70 public facilities with modern devices that can be monitored remotely and send instant alerts when used. County health officials say the investment improves response times and could save lives during sudden cardiac emergencies. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 2/12/26

Apopka Art & Foliage Festival returns April 25–26 with art, plants, music, and family fun

Apopka’s signature spring festival is back for its 64th year with art, plants, live music, food, and family activities. Hosted by the GFWC Apopka Women’s Club, the free two-day event gives 100% of proceeds back to the community. more

From Staff Reports and the Art & Foliage Festival | 2/11/26

The Final Debate: Seven city commission candidates to meet at public forum Thursday night

Apopka voters will have one last chance to hear directly from city commission candidates this week. Seven contenders will take part in a public forum Thursday night focused on growth, infrastructure, budgeting, and quality-of-life issues. more

From Staff Reports | 2/11/26 | 1 comment

The Orange County Supervisor of Elections' College Tour has visited Rollins College, Keiser University and Full Sail University. Upcoming stops include Valencia College and University of Central Florida.

Orange County Supervisor of Elections launches College Tour to engage student voters

The Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office is taking voter registration directly to college campuses through a new “College Tour” initiative. The program helps students navigate deadlines, ID rules, and address changes that can complicate voting. more

By Roger Jiminez, Vox Populi | 2/11/26

Black history is American history — and remembering it is an act of courage

Black history isn’t confined to the past — it shapes the present in policies, families, and neighborhoods across Central Florida. This commentary calls on the community to confront hard truths, resist erasure, and continue the work of justice close to home. more

From Hope Community Center | 2/11/26

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 February 7. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 2/11/26

Apopka's final mayoral debate shows three governing styles — and one candidate still fighting old battles

In what may be the final debate of his political career, Mayor Bryan Nelson leaned heavily on past accomplishments — and repeatedly pointed to others when discussing the city’s problems. A transcript review shows a sharp contrast in tone: challengers Nick Nesta and Christine Moore focus on systems and governance, while Nelson delivered 18 distinct blame statements. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 2/10/26 | 2 comments

Apopka Fair, concerts, murals headline packed spring events agenda at Wednesday DRC meeting

Carnival rides, outdoor concerts, and street festivals — not just site plans and stormwater maps — will take center stage when Apopka’s Development Review Committee meets Wednesday. The agenda includes the annual Apopka Fair and a slate of spring events spread across parks, downtown, and neighborhood streets. more

From Staff Reports | 2/10/26

Orange County Supervisor of Elections Karen Castor Dentel (at podium) at Edgewater High School on National Voter Registration Day, Sept. 17, 2025. “We look at different kinds of scenarios and ... make sure that we have a safety plan and that our elections continue,” she said.

Orange County Supervisor of Elections takes Bannon comment about ICE patrolling poll locations during midterms “very seriously”

Orange County’s top elections official says every eligible voter will be able to cast a ballot safely despite comments from political strategist Steve Bannon suggesting federal immigration officers could patrol polling places. Supervisor Karen Castor Dentel says her office is strengthening security and urging residents to consider voting by mail. more

By Norine Dworkin, Vox Populi Editor in Chief | 2/10/26

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and the American Heart Association are "joining forces to support" an effort to get a Medicaid expansion before voters in November 2028.

Coalition working on Medicaid expansion in Florida grows by two

Two major national health organizations are throwing their support behind a renewed effort to expand Medicaid in Florida. Advocates say the move could help thousands of low-income adults gain coverage as federal funding shrinks and healthcare costs climb. more

By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix | 2/10/26

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: February 1st-7th

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 | 2/10/26

Wyld Oaks proposal headlines Tuesday’s Planning Commission meeting

The City of Apopka Planning Commission will review major land use changes for the long-anticipated Wyld Oaks project, a proposed 300-plus-acre mixed-use “town center” near the 429 interchange. The hearings could establish the rules for thousands of homes, taller buildings and walkable commercial space — or spark fresh debate over traffic, flooding and whether infrastructure is keeping pace with growth. more

From Staff Reports | 2/9/26

Updating Breaking News: Duran endorses Nesta for mayor

The father of fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran has formally endorsed mayoral candidate Nick Nesta, saying the commissioner stood with firefighters and families during a push for safety reforms. Michael Duran said those efforts led to additional staffing, new training and safety divisions, and what supporters call “Austin’s 18.” more

From Staff Reports | 2/9/26

Wekiva Paint Out marks 20 years of art, conservation, and community along the Wekiva River

The annual Wekiva Paint Out returns Feb. 23–28 to celebrate two decades of artists capturing the natural beauty of the Wekiva River through live, open-air painting. Proceeds from the event benefit Keep Seminole Beautiful and the Wekiva Wilderness Trust, supporting conservation and environmental education efforts across the region. more

From Wekiva Island | 2/9/26

A federal agent wearing a gas mask gestures for demonstrators to move back as they gather after an ICE officer shot and killed a woman through her car window on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, near Portland Avenue and 34th Street in Minneapolis.

U.S. Reps. Maxwell Frost and Darren Soto tell Kristi Noem not to open ICE facility in Central Florida

Two Central Florida members of Congress are asking the Department of Homeland Security not to open a new ICE detention and processing center in southeast Orlando, arguing it would “propagate suffering” and deepen fear in immigrant communities. Supporters say the facility is necessary to manage deportations, while city and county leaders acknowledge they likely have no legal authority to block it. more

By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix | 2/9/26

The housing debate is finally catching up to reality

For decades, housing debates have focused on building more homes to lower prices, but a growing body of research and political reality suggests the system itself resists falling values. Charles Marohn of Strong Towns argues that federal policy, financial markets and local politics are structured to protect homeowners and asset prices — making true affordability harder to achieve than simple supply math implies. more

By Charles Marohn | 2/9/26

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... all in one place, including details on the first Mayoral debate of the 2026 election season. more

From Staff Reports | 2/8/26

Farmworker forum puts Apopka candidates face-to-face with flooding, growth, transparency — and immigrant fear

At a bilingual candidate forum inside the Farmworker Association of Florida’s Apopka headquarters, City Council and mayoral hopefuls answered questions on flooding, runaway growth, City Hall transparency, and whether immigrant families feel safe seeking help. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 2/8/26

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