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Mayor’s Citizens Academy graduates gain hands-on insight into how Orange County government works
Forty-four Orange County residents graduated from the Mayor’s Citizens Academy after spending ten weeks learning how county departments—from public safety to public works—operate behind the scenes. The program aims to deepen civic understanding, foster community pride, and inspire residents to become active participants in local government. more
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Human trafficking can be hard to track because it is a crime that hides in plain sight.
Florida’s new reporting system is shining a light on human trafficking in the Sunshine State
Human trafficking is often misunderstood as a dramatic kidnapping scenario, but most victims are groomed over time by someone they know and trust. Florida researchers are now using the most comprehensive statewide trafficking database in the nation to reveal the hidden realities of this crime and improve how agencies respond. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices are down 10 cents
Oil prices are trending higher. The U.S. price for a barrel of crude rose 4% in the past two weeks. Friday's closing price of $60.08 per barrel is $1.53/b more than the week before. 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 five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on a new restaurant in Apopka. 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 five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on a new restaurant in Apopka. more
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District expands hiring efforts to fill high-skill roles shaping Florida’s water future
The St. Johns River Water Management District is recruiting for multiple specialized positions, including a supervising engineer and college intern, to support its critical water protection and planning efforts. As Florida faces mounting demands on its water supply, the district is investing in talent capable of balancing growth with environmental preservation. more
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Hurricane Ian.
Orange County begins home repairs for Hurricane Ian survivors through recovery program
Orange County announced that repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Ian will begin this week through its Orange County Recovers program. The initiative provides federally funded grants to low- and moderate-income homeowners still facing unresolved storm damage. more
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Heather Bossowski’s “A Camp Sunrise at Gamble Rogers” depicts a beachfront sunrise at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area in Flagler Beach, earning the Grand Prize in the Park Adventures Division.
Florida State Parks announces the winners of the 2025 “Capture the Real Florida” photo contest
Florida State Parks has revealed the 2025 winners of its Capture the Real Florida Photo Contest, recognizing photographers in five categories that showcased the state’s diverse natural and cultural treasures. more
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Members of the Fraternal Order of Real Bearded Santas meet at Pink’s restaurant at Knott’s Berry Farm before the holiday rush in 2009.
What makes a true Santa is inside – and comes with the red suit
A recent study reveals that not all professional Santas fit the familiar image of a white, heavyset man with a real beard, yet many still feel deeply called to the role. Through surveys and interviews, researchers uncovered how Santas of different backgrounds embody the character despite diverging from holiday stereotypes. more
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City Council approves funding agreement for Kelly Park Interchange
The Apopka City Council voted to amend the Kelly Park Road pioneering agreement, adding RCS Construction Company as an approved contractor for the project. While the core terms remain unchanged, the update follows a competitive bidding process and ongoing public questions about costs, impact fees, and timelines. more
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Apopka kicks off the holidays with tree lighting, artisan market, and Jingle Jam weekend
Apopka enters the first full weekend of December with three holiday events that highlight the community’s traditions, creativity, and shared spirit. From the city’s tree lighting to a bustling artisan market and the high-energy Jingle Jam concert, residents have plenty of ways to welcome the season. more
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Former Apopka City Commissioner Sam Ruth is taking on Commissioner Alexander Smith in the Seat #1 City Commission election.
Developing Story: Sam Ruth challenges Alexander Smith in Seat #1 Apopka City Commission election
The first candidates in the 2026 Apopka City Commission race have officially filed, with former commissioner Sam Ruth challenging incumbent Alexander Smith for Seat 1. Ruth, returning to politics after a decade, announced his candidacy with a call for stronger infrastructure, greater professionalism, and clearer city boundaries. This will be Smith's first contested election since 2018. more
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Fulvous Whistling-Duck by Joyce Stefancic on the North Shore Birding Festival Facebook page.
North Shore Birding Festival returns with five days of trips, workshops, and conservation programming
The North Shore Birding Festival will run December 11–15, offering five days of birding trips, photography outings, art workshops, and conservation-focused programs. With 70 total trips and a growing national reputation, the festival continues to draw participants from across Florida and the country. more
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UF Study: Dollar stores may increase food deserts in some under-resourced cities​
A University of Florida study has found that dollar stores can worsen food access in some urban neighborhoods—especially those with only one grocery store. While overall effects are small, certain communities experience significant declines in food availability when new dollar stores open. more
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Florida Black Bear.
Florida pushes ahead with controversial bear hunt as critics say science is being ignored
Florida wildlife officials are moving forward with a bear hunt critics say is driven by politics, not science, sparking renewed concern about declining bear populations and agency transparency. Former biologists, conservation leaders, and advocacy groups argue that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission manipulated data to enable the hunt in regions that should be off-limits. more
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Orange County approves Affordable Housing Trust Fund allocation to help repair homes for low-income residents
The Orange County Commission has approved $460,000 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support home repairs for low- and moderate-income residents. The funding will allow Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to rehabilitate at least 15 owner-occupied homes across the county. more
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Myakka River State Park.
Florida’s state parks face $759 million repair backlog, new report shows
A new report from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection shows that the state’s 175 parks require nearly $759 million in repairs, maintenance, and upgrades by 2035. Long-term expansion and modernization plans could push the total need to more than $1.39 billion. more
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Tanya Wilson, Director of Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department, discusses the department’s five-year plan with staff inside the Board of County Commissioners Chambers at the County’s Administration Center in downtown Orlando.
Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department launches five-year roadmap
Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department has launched its first-ever Strategic Management Plan, setting a clear roadmap for improving services and strengthening community partnerships through 2030. The plan focuses on streamlining processes, boosting innovation, and better supporting residents and businesses amid the county’s rapid growth. 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 November 29th. more
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As Apopka changes, its mayoral candidates must rise to the moment
As Apopka’s mayoral race enters its final stretch, candidates are being called on to elevate their campaigns by focusing less on comparisons and more on a forward-looking vision. Residents are hungry for leadership that offers imagination, direction, and a blueprint for the city’s future. more
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Shirley Wiggs handing out blankets.
Daughters of Ruth launches holiday drive to support Apopka’s homeless
Shirley Renee Wiggs, founder of the Daughters of Ruth, has turned her early experiences with homelessness into a lifelong mission of service. This December, her organization is collecting socks, hats, and gloves to help Apopka’s homeless community stay warm through the winter. more
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The Apopka-Beauclair Lock
Apopka–Beauclair Lock to close temporarily for maintenance
The St. Johns River Water Management District will temporarily close the Apopka–Beauclair Lock from Dec. 8–12 for scheduled maintenance. The lock is expected to reopen on Dec. 12, pending successful completion of the work. more
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Rough surf rolls toward Panama City Beach, Fla., with high-rise condos along the shoreline under dark storm clouds, in 2021.
Atlantic hurricane season is 8th this century with no landfalls
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season ended Sunday with no U.S. landfalls, a welcome contrast to last year’s devastating trio of storms, including Hurricane Helene. Officials say the quiet season offered a “much-needed break,” even as distant systems caused rough surf, ferry closures, and isolated damage along the East Coast. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: November 23rd-29th
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more
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AdventHealth Apopka
Central Florida partners unite to ensure children stay fed through the holiday break
With school cafeterias closing for winter break, Central Florida organizations are stepping in to make sure children who depend on free and reduced lunches still have access to nutritious meals. Through grants, food drives, and community outreach, partners are working to prevent hunger for families across Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. more
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