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Orange County commissioners approved a roughly $9 billion budget that directs more than $1.1 billion to the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Rescue, and Corrections. The county also set aside $19.5 million for affordable housing while warning that Amendment 3 could reduce future property tax revenue.
Orange County approves $9 billion budget with $1.1 billion for public safety
Orange County commissioners approved a roughly $9 billion budget that directs more than $1.1 billion to the Sheriff’s Office, Fire Rescue and Corrections. The county also set aside $19.5 million for affordable housing while warning that Amendment 3 could reduce future property tax revenue. more
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Florida gas prices rose 18 cents last week before falling 6 cents over the weekend, AAA reported. The statewide average stood at about $4.37 per gallon Sunday, roughly $1.42 more than a year earlier.
Florida gas prices jump 18 cents over the last week
Florida gas prices rose 18 cents last week before falling 6 cents over the weekend, AAA reported. The statewide average stood at about $4.37 per gallon on Sunday, roughly $1.42 more than a year earlier. more
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Apopka’s four city commissioners have responded to Mayor Nick Nesta’s decision to remove interim City Administrator Radley Williams and Finance Director Blanche Sherman. Their statements differ on the dismissals, but each points to the same question now facing City Hall: how the administration will reorganize and explain what comes next.
Apopka commissioners offer four perspectives on City Hall dismissals
Apopka’s four commissioners responded to the departure of interim City Administrator Radley Williams and Finance Director Blanche Sherman. Their statements offer different views on the changes underway at City Hall and what should happen next. more
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Seminole County Chamber opposes Amendment 3 over economic concerns
The Seminole County Chamber’s board voted unanimously to oppose Amendment 3 after reviewing its potential local impact. Chamber leaders said the proposal could strain public services and create uncertainty for small businesses and nonprofits. more
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The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a three-year contract with the city’s firefighters’ union. The agreement includes a $12,000 first-year increase in base pay for bargaining-unit employees and runs through September 2029.
Apopka approves firefighter contract with $12,000 first-year base pay increase
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a three-year contract with the city’s firefighters’ union. The agreement includes a $12,000 first-year increase in base pay for bargaining-unit employees and runs through September 2029. more
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Apopka’s fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration will take place Saturday, Sept. 26, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Kit Land Nelson Park. The free event will feature live entertainment, food vendors, and community organizations.
Apopka to host fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday
Apopka’s fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration will take place Saturday, September 26, from 4 to 8 pm at Kit Land Nelson Park. The free event will feature live entertainment, food vendors, and community organizations. more
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Orange County Commission District 2 candidates Kamia Brown and Mike Crabb agreed that infrastructure, traffic, water quality, and public safety are among the district’s most pressing concerns. Their debate revealed sharper differences over growth, government spending, economic development, and how broadly county government should respond to community needs.
Brown, Crabb debate highlights different approaches to growth, spending in District 2
Orange County Commission District 2 candidates Kamia Brown and Mike Crabb agreed that infrastructure, traffic, water quality, and public safety are among the district’s most pressing concerns. Their debate revealed sharper differences over growth, government spending, economic development, and how broadly county government should respond to community needs. more
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Commissioner Nadia Anderson alleges that last Wednesday’s debate over discretionary spending and a proposed amphitheater event was part of a broader political effort against her.
Anderson alleges a political agenda behind the discretionary funds debate
Commissioner Nadia Anderson alleges that last Wednesday’s debate over discretionary spending and a proposed amphitheater event was part of a broader political effort against her. more
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The Apopka Police Department reported six burglaries between September 16 and September 19. The incidents included three auto burglaries, two commercial burglaries, and one residential burglary.
Cars, storefronts and a residence targeted in Apopka burglary report
The Apopka Police Department reported six burglaries between September 16 and September 19. The incidents included three auto burglaries, two commercial burglaries, and one residential burglary. more
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Health officials have confirmed two additional locally acquired dengue fever cases in the Apopka area, prompting a mosquito alert for Orange County. Mosquito Control is expanding surveillance and targeted treatment in Apopka, Pine Hills and other parts of the county.
Two dengue cases confirmed in the Apopka area
Health officials have confirmed two additional locally acquired dengue fever cases in the Apopka area, prompting a mosquito alert for Orange County. Mosquito Control is expanding surveillance and targeted treatment in Apopka, Pine Hills, and other parts of the county. more
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Florida is projected to run multibillion-dollar surpluses over the next two fiscal years before expenditures exceed available general revenue by about $1 billion in 2029-30. The state’s long-range outlook says lawmakers will need to adjust revenue or spending to avoid the projected shortfall.
Florida projects $1 billion budget deficit by 2030
Florida is projected to run multibillion-dollar surpluses over the next two fiscal years before expenditures exceed available general revenue by about $1 billion in 2029-30. The state’s long-range outlook says lawmakers will need to adjust revenue or spending to avoid the projected shortfall. more
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Orange County Mosquito Control has added new laboratory technology to detect viruses in mosquito samples more quickly. The PCR testing capability could deliver same-day results, reduce costs, and improve mitigation efforts.
Orange County adds faster testing for mosquito-borne illnesses
Orange County Mosquito Control has added new laboratory technology to detect viruses in mosquito samples more quickly. The PCR testing capability could deliver same-day results, reduce costs, and improve mitigation efforts. more
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A fire truck is parked outside a fire station.
Florida first responders warn Amendment 3 could slow 911 response
Florida public safety leaders are opposing Amendment 3, warning that its reduction of local property tax revenue could mean fewer first responders and slower 911 response times. They say meaningful tax relief should be paired with a clear and sustainable plan for funding police, fire and emergency medical services. more
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The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a $237.25 million budget and a 4.6761 millage rate for fiscal year 2026-27.
Apopka adopts $237 million budget after months of debate
The Apopka City Commission unanimously approved a $237.25 million budget and a 4.6761 millage rate for fiscal year 2026-27. The final hearing also revived discussion of forensic audits as commissioners questioned city reserves, impact fees, and future financial reviews. more
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A proposed 312-unit apartment development at Floridian Town Center must return to Apopka’s Development Review Committee after staff recommended denial because several issues remain unresolved.
DRC denies 312-unit Floridian Town Center apartment plan
A proposed 312-unit apartment development at Floridian Town Center must return to Apopka’s Development Review Committee after staff recommended denial because several issues remain unresolved. The DRC also advanced a 78-lot Crossroads at Kelly Park plat and reviewed three upcoming special events. more
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AdventHealth grant helps Quest expand transportation access for people with developmental disabilities
Quest, Inc. has been selected as a 2026 AdventHealth grant partner to help reduce transportation barriers for people with developmental disabilities. The funding will allow the Central Florida nonprofit to enhance its accessible transportation fleet and improve connections to healthcare services. more
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The Apopka Police Department reported 24 arrests, including one juvenile, during the week of September 6-12. Battery, controlled-substance possession, DUI, and outstanding warrants were among the allegations listed.
A busy week for APD brings 24 arrests across Apopka
The Apopka Police Department reported 24 arrests, including one juvenile, during the week of September 6-12. Battery, controlled-substance possession, DUI, and outstanding warrants were among the allegations listed. more
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The DeSantis administration continues to delay implementing a 2023 law that would make Florida KidCare coverage available to more children.
Florida lawmakers press AHCA for answers as KidCare expansion remains stalled
Florida lawmakers are seeking answers about when—or whether—the state will implement a legislatively approved expansion of Florida KidCare. The expansion would extend subsidized coverage to children in families earning up to 300% of the federal poverty level, but litigation over continuous eligibility remains unresolved. more
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The Apopka Police Department reported five burglaries during the week of September 6-12. Four involved vehicles, while the fifth was reported at a commercial property on South Orange Blossom Trail.
Vehicle break-ins dominate Apopka’s weekly burglary report
The Apopka Police Department reported five burglaries during the week of September 6-12. Four involved vehicles, while the fifth was reported at a commercial property on South Orange Blossom Trail. more
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Bojangles has opened a new restaurant at 3050 State Road 436 in Apopka. The location is the Carolina-based chain’s seventh restaurant in the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne market.
Bojangles opens a new Apopka restaurant on State Road 436
Bojangles has opened a new restaurant at 3050 State Road 436 in Apopka. The location is the Carolina-based chain’s seventh restaurant in the Orlando-Daytona Beach-Melbourne market. more
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The City of Apopka has issued a precautionary boil-water advisory for several neighborhoods and businesses following a water main break on Welch Road east of Rock Springs Road. Customers should boil water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes until the city lifts the advisory.
Boil-water advisory issued for Welch Road area after water main break
The City of Apopka has issued a precautionary boil-water advisory for several neighborhoods and businesses following a water main break on Welch Road east of Rock Springs Road. Customers should boil water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth, or washing dishes until the city lifts the advisory. more
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The Apopka City Commission will hold its final FY2026-27 budget hearing Wednesday after a summer of debate over taxes, services and deferred needs. The proposed 4.6761-mill rate would restore nearly all of last year’s quarter-mill reduction but remain slightly below the rate adopted two years ago.
Apopka City Commission approaches final budget vote with familiar choices and mounting needs
The Apopka City Commission will hold its final FY2026-27 budget hearing Wednesday after a summer of debate over taxes, services, and deferred needs. The proposed 4.6761-mill rate would restore nearly all of last year’s quarter-mill reduction but remain slightly below the rate adopted two years ago. more
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Apopka Involved Voters will host forums on Sept. 21 and 22 for candidates in the Orange County mayoral and District 2 commission runoffs. Both events will begin at 7 pm at Victory Church and will be open to an in-person audience, with a livestream.
Apopka Involved Voters is hosting two Orange County runoff forums
Apopka Involved Voters will host forums on Sept. 21 and 22 for candidates in the Orange County mayoral and District 2 commission runoffs. Both events will begin at 7 pm at Victory Church and will be open to an in-person audience, with a livestream. more
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The Florida Department of Health in Orange County will offer free or low-cost mammograms in Winter Garden on September 30. Eligible women can receive screenings aboard the 3D Mobile Mammography bus from 8 am to 4 pm.
Free or low-cost mammograms available in Orange County on September 30
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County will offer free or low-cost mammograms in Winter Garden on September 30. Eligible women can receive screenings aboard the 3D Mobile Mammography bus from 8 am to 4 pm. more
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Commissioner Nadia Anderson (right).
Development dispute leads to Apopka City Hall workplace investigation into Anderson's conduct
An Apopka Human Resources review documented complaints from three planning employees about Commissioner Nadia Anderson’s conduct during a meeting concerning a proposed development. Anderson denies intimidating staff or representing the applicant, saying she was exercising oversight and advocating for a fair process. more
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