The ghost orchid is endemic to southwestern Florida and western Cuba. It is estimated that its population has declined by more than 90% worldwide, and by up to 50% in Florida. more

Oil prices climbed about 6% last week, driven by global political uncertainty, strong U.S. economic signals, and supply shortages. Tensions in Russia and the Middle East kept markets cautious. more

In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review features five articles that have shaped the city, all in one place... including details about Apopka's plans to address homelessness. more

On June 6th, hundreds of residents gathered at the Orange County Convention Center to hear Mayor Jerry Demings' State of the County Address. more

Randolph Bracy, who previously served in both the Florida House and Senate from 2012 to 2022, is no stranger to navigating Republican-dominated halls in Tallahassee. more

Developed by experts in social sciences and cancer treatment, the curriculum through UF Extension Online features 14 self-paced modules that address a wide range of concerns commonly faced during the early stages of a cancer journey. more

Here are four ways to support children’s summer learning in ways that feel playful and engaging but still foster their interest, confidence and skills in STEM. more

Matthew's Hope, a nonprofit organization serving Central Florida's homeless population, introduced a unique new service to Apopka at its June 4th City Council meeting: a sleeper bus designed to provide short-term rest to individuals experiencing homelessness. more

There are a lot of new experiences being offered by all of our local theme parks, and I encourage you to make time to have a little summer fun at any of them! more

With 50 deaths from 2015 to 2024, Florida leads the nation in lightning-related fatalities, according to the Lightning Safety Council. more

With the signature of Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower at the bottom, the Order of the Day declared to all soldiers, sailors, and airmen of the Allied Expeditionary Force: “You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you.” more

A study analyzed the results of shorelines in the regions around Cedar Key, an island off Florida's Nature Coast, during Hurricane Idalia in 2023. Researchers found living shorelines reduce wave energy and storm surge by 28% in hurricane environments. more

In the past, local mitigation plans primarily focused on repairing roads or protecting property from storm damage, without acknowledging that socially vulnerable groups, such as low-income or elderly populations, were more likely to be the hardest hit and take significantly longer to recover. Ivis García , Texas A&M University and Shannon Van Zandt , Texas A&M University When powerful storms hit your city, which neighborhoods are most … more

The quarterly economic performance report by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Florida Taxwatch group examined key trends in population growth, employment, income, GDP, and tourism and predicts the state's economy could hit some headwinds by 2027 before recovering by 2030. more

According to First Step Staffing, a job is much more than a paycheck. The nonprofit staffing agency develops workforce talent to meet the needs of local businesses. Known for its reliability, First Step Staffing partners with more than 200 employers across seven states. more

“Operation Triple Threat” took place last week in three correction facilities containing approximately 3,000 inmates to search for illegal cellphones. more

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 May 31st. more

Leadership unveiled the budget “allocations” Monday night that show how the Legislature will spend about $50 billion in general revenue, or state funds, across various government agencies. more

Since opening in July 2024, Just Like Momma's has quickly become a neighborhood favorite, thanks to the warmth and flavor Valerie Sparkman and her family bring to the kitchen. more

OCAlert is Orange County’s official emergency notification system and part of the statewide Alert Florida network. Whether it is a fast-moving storm, unexpected road closure, missing person, or neighborhood evacuation, OCAlert ensures you receive vital updates quickly. more

AAA’s review of crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows a 30% increase in deadly crashes involving teen drivers during summer compared to the rest of the year. more

The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more

The celebration featured a variety of activities, including a 2-mile community walk, run, and bike led by the Apopka Run Club. Children participated in a bridge-themed art station organized by the Creative Hub of Apopka, while Sprouts Market and Dunkin’ Donuts provided complimentary snacks and refreshments. more

Hurricane season officially began June 1st, making this the perfect time to review how natural systems like wetlands and floodplains protect our communities—and how you can prepare for severe weather. more

The state average on Sunday was $3.09 per gallon. A week ago, it was $ 3.075 per gallon. Gas prices have remained in the same 20-cent range for the better part of the last year. more