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About 80% of parents currently choose to follow CDC guidelines to vaccinate their babies for hepatitis B at birth.

The Hepatitis B shot for newborns has nearly eliminated childhood infections with this virus in the US

Hepatitis B vaccination at birth has nearly eliminated early childhood infections in the U.S., but proposed changes to CDC guidance could delay protection for newborns. Experts warn that even a one-month delay increases the risk of chronic infection and long-term liver disease. more

By David Higgins, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus | 9/22/25

AAA: Florida gas prices jump 25 cents

Since early September 2024, Florida's average gas price has consistently bounced between $2.92/g and $3.23/g. The recurring pattern typically involves a gradual decline over 10 days, followed by a sharp rebound to previous levels. more

From AAA | 9/22/25

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 $235.7 million Apopka budget. more

From Staff Reports | 9/21/25

Apopka to receive funds from Purdue Pharma opioid settlement plan

Apopka will join thousands of municipalities nationwide in Purdue Pharma’s $8 billion bankruptcy settlement, which aims to address the opioid epidemic fueled by OxyContin. The city’s potential payout, estimated in the six- to seven-figure range, depends on court approval and the number of entities that participate in the plan. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 9/21/25

‘Gas station morphine’: Florida to issue emergency labeling rule for kratom compound 7-OH

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson has issued an emergency rule requiring retailers to disclose the concentration of the opioid-like compound 7-OH in kratom products. The move follows Attorney General James Uthmeier’s decision to classify 7-OH as a Schedule 1 drug, intensifying Florida’s crackdown on the controversial herbal substance. more

By Livia Caputo, Florida Phoenix | 9/21/25

Feds declare timber emergency after decades of employment decline in the industry

The Trump administration's recent order to increase timber production has raised hopes for rural communities hit hard by decades of logging decline, but questions remain over its legality and long-term impact. more

Sarah Melotte for The Daily Yonder | 9/21/25 | 1 comment

Vote on Williams as permanent city administrator pulled from the agenda

The Apopka City Council postponed a decision Tuesday on making Interim City Administrator Radley Williams permanent after Williams himself asked to table the vote. Despite strong support from Mayor Bryan Nelson, Williams said he did not want to be a distraction and would continue serving in his interim role. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 9/18/25 | 1 comment

Apopka approves 15% water rate hike despite resident pushback over meter issues

Apopka residents will see a 15% increase in their water utility bills for the next two years after the City Council approved the hike on September 17. While commissioners cited expert analysis and the need to sustain essential services, residents voiced frustration over broken meters and called for cost-cutting measures instead of higher rates. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 9/18/25

D-Day Ranger and former Apopka resident awarded Congressional Gold Medal

Maj. Gen. John C. Raaen, Jr., a retired U.S. Army Ranger who once called Apopka home, received the Congressional Gold Medal during a ceremony at The Mayflower in Winter Park. The 103-year-old veteran, the last surviving Ranger to storm Omaha Beach on D-Day, was recognized for his extraordinary service and lifelong contributions to the nation. more

From Staff Reports | 9/18/25

Juniper Springs in the Ocala National Forest, where Congressman Randy Fine held his press conference to tout his national parks idea.

National park proposed for Florida springs doesn’t spring from desire to fix problems

Freshman Congressman Randy Fine has introduced a bill to study creating Florida’s fourth national park, focused on the state’s iconic springs. While Fine touts the plan as a way to honor and protect the springs, critics warn it could open the door to federal overreach, commercial development, and unnecessary bureaucracy. more

By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 9/18/25

The Florida Department of Children and Families is the state agency responsible for administering the Medicaid program, including the recent process to redetermine eligibility for millions of enrollees, including children.

Florida’s child uninsured rate surges as KidCare expansion stalls

Florida’s child uninsured rate climbed from 7.4% to 8.5% between 2022 and 2024, pushing the state to 46th in the nation. Advocates say most of the 67,000 newly uninsured kids remain eligible for Medicaid or KidCare but are being left out due to procedural errors and stalled policy implementation. more

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection | 9/18/25

Apopka City Council approves $235.7 million budget, lowers millage rate

The Apopka City Council voted Wednesday to adopt its 2025–26 budget and millage rate, finalizing a $235.7 million spending plan that includes a slight reduction in property taxes. While city leaders highlighted the lowered rate, one resident sharply criticized the process as lacking transparency and accountability. more

From Staff Reports | 9/17/25

Bike Trail Takeover brings community ride and celebration to Apopka

Orange County’s Bike Trail Takeover will roll into Apopka on Saturday, Sept. 20. From 9 a.m. to noon, the West Orange Trailhead will host group rides, bike safety checks, vendors, and family activities. The event, led by Commissioner Christine Moore, will also feature giveaways, including 40 bikes and an e-scooter, to encourage healthy living and active communities. more

From the Office of Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore | 9/17/25

Ready to Recommit to Your Financial Goals? It’s okay to ask for help

With nearly half of Americans saying their cost of living feels unaffordable, financial stress is becoming increasingly common. Goodwill Industries of Central Florida’s free Prosperity Platform offers one-on-one coaching and resources to help residents set goals, manage money, and build financial stability. more

From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida | 9/17/25

UF/IFAS Extension launches Peanut Butter Challenge food drive

UF/IFAS Extension Orange County is inviting residents to participate in its annual Peanut Butter Challenge by donating jars of peanut butter at Extension offices or county park drop-off sites. The drive runs through October 31, with contributions benefiting local food pantries during the holiday season. more

From UF/IFAS | 9/17/25

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 September 13th. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 9/17/25

Apopka’s final budget hearing set for Wednesday

The Apopka City Council will hold its final budget hearing on Wednesday, September 17 at 6 p.m. to approve the city’s 2025–26 budget and millage rate. The spending plan funds key services while lowering the property tax rate from 4.6876 to 4.4376 mills, with city leaders calling it a way to give back to residents facing higher utility bills. more

From Staff Reports | 9/16/25

Orange County has indulged in nearly $200 million of ‘wasteful spending,’ Florida CFO asserts

Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia accused Orange County of wasting nearly $200 million over five years, citing his auditors’ findings of “excessive and wasteful spending” while pushing for statewide property tax relief. Mayor Jerry Demings pushed back hard, saying Ingoglia distorted the facts, ignored the costs of supporting the world’s top tourist destination, and was using “fuzzy math” for political gain. more

By Mitch Perry, Florida Phoenix | 9/16/25

Orange County launches Hispanic Heritage Month with art, culture, and community events

Orange County and the Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with a proclamation and a full calendar of cultural events highlighting the contributions of Hispanic and Latino residents. The celebration includes art exhibits, live performances, and youth and artist awards, culminating in an Artist Meet & Mingle reception on October 7. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 9/16/25

Report: Materials impacted by tariffs are raising home construction prices in Florida

A new Florida TaxWatch report warns that tariffs and rising material prices are driving up the cost of homebuilding and road projects, adding about $10,000 to the price of a house and up to 9% to transportation construction. The report points to supply chain issues, higher labor costs, and reliance on imports for materials like lumber, metals, and gypsum as key pressures keeping construction costs elevated. more

By David Beasley, The Center Square | 9/16/25

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: September 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 and Staff Reports | 9/16/25

City Council to vote on ratifying Radley Williams as permanent city administrator

The Apopka City Council will consider making Radley Williams the permanent city administrator at its September 17th meeting. If approved, Williams will oversee City operations and earn an annual salary of $187,571. more

From Staff Reports | 9/15/25 | 1 comment

Curaleaf opens new medical cannabis dispensary in Apopka

Curaleaf has opened a new medical marijuana dispensary at 1809 E. Semoran Blvd. in Apopka. The dispensary offers patients a wide range of cannabis products, including flower, vapes, and edibles. The grand opening celebration with the Apopka Chamber of Commerce is set for September 19, and it will feature promotions, giveaways, and a livestream with the company’s cultivation team. more

From Curaleaf and Staff Reports | 9/15/25

Slowing Down to Save Lives: Orange County’s approach to safer streets

Orange County Public Works is deploying innovative traffic calming devices to reduce speeding and protect pedestrians, responding to hundreds of community requests each year. Officials say the tools — including mini roundabouts, radar speed signs, and raised intersections — are already making neighborhoods quieter, calmer, and safer. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 9/15/25

According to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, juvenile arrests in the state have dropped by 75% over the past two decades.

Report: Florida locks up hundreds of youth for non-criminal violations

A new report shows Florida holds one of the nation’s highest populations of incarcerated youth, with more than a third confined for nonviolent offenses. Advocates say the state’s reliance on detention for probation violations and minor infractions undermines reform efforts proven effective elsewhere. more

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection | 9/15/25 | 1 comment

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