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Advocates demand transparency after immigrants “disappear” from Orange County Jail records

Under an ICE contract provision with Orange County Corrections, individuals placed under ICE hold disappear from the jail’s public database, even if they remain in local custody for hours, days, or weeks. more

From HOPE CommUnity Center | 6/2/25

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 about a social media debate between mayoral candidates. more

From Staff Reports | 6/1/25

5th Hole Investments proposes $6.3 million sale of Errol Estate Golf Course property to Apopka

After years of stalled plans and mounting frustration, the owners of Errol Estate Golf Course have put the ball squarely in the City of Apopka’s court. more

From Staff Reports | 6/1/25 | 1 comment

As USDA halts animal imports, UF experts explain New World screwworm risk

The threat is most serious to states with warm climates and abundant animal populations, such as Florida. more

From UF/IFAS | 6/1/25

Hurricane Season 2025: Day one… everything you need to know

In Florida, preparation isn’t optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re a longtime resident or facing your first storm season, knowing what to do before, during, and after a hurricane can make all the difference. more

From Staff Reports | 6/1/25

NOAA: Expect more hurricanes this season

NOAA forecasts 13 to 19 named storms in a season with 60% chance to be above normal. more

By Alan Wooten, The Center Square | 5/29/25

Legislature wants to make it impossible for local governments to build back better after hurricanes

Pittman: “How did we get here? Bear in mind that we’re a state surrounded on three sides by water, so we’re especially vulnerable to a rising sea level. Yet our state has seen rampant overdevelopment in flood-prone spots in recent years.” more

Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix | 5/29/25

Youth Sports Performance Camp coming to Apopka next weekend

The Youth Sports Performance Camp is scheduled for June 7th from 10am-1pm at the Dream Lake Elementary School Field - 500 North Park Avenue in Apopka. more

From Purposefully Fit | 5/29/25

Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI

In the corporate world, DEI initiatives are intended to promote diversity, and research consistently shows that diversity is good for business. Companies with more diverse teams tend to perform better across several key metrics, including revenue, profitability and worker satisfaction. more

By Rodney Coates, Miami University | 5/29/25

Moore and Nelson debate affordable housing development in Apopka on social media

This is the first social media skirmish between Nelson and Moore since both announced their campaigns, but it probably won't be the last. It does, however, bring up an interesting issue at a time when Apopka is struggling with infrastructure, and a lack of affordable housing. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 5/28/25 | 2 comments

Quest breaks fundraising record to empower Central Florida residents with developmental disabilities

On May 16 and 17, hundreds of people gathered at Caribe Royale in Orlando for Quest’s largest fundraiser of the year - Wine Quest. more

From Quest, Inc. | 5/28/25

Abbott helps Second Harvest prepare for the hurricane season

Each disaster relief pack can meet a family’s immediate nutritional needs for three days and does not require warming or refrigeration. more

From the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida | 5/28/25

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 May 24th. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 5/28/25

Devon’s Legacy Foundation launches Fire Academy Scholarship honoring Apopka Fire Explorer

Devon Nicholas Bellar was a dedicated member of the Apopka Fire Explorers program, where he found his calling in fire service and community leadership. Although he never got the chance to fulfill his dream of becoming a firefighter, his legacy will now empower others to follow that same path. more

From Devon's Legacy Foundation | 5/27/25

Registration opens for 2025 Apopka Youth Public Safety Academy

Students at the Public Safety Academy will learn all aspects of police and fire services. They will have hands on experience by participating in daily physical conditioning, scenarios, and field trips. more

From the City of Apopka | 5/27/25

Florida emergency managers prep for hurricane season amid FEMA uncertainty

Last week's tabletop exercises and drills, which run ahead of the June 1 start of hurricane season, bring together state and local agencies to practice response coordination. This year, discussions are shadowed by federal proposals to overhaul disaster recovery, leaving officials focused on shoring up state and local resources. more

By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection | 5/27/25

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: May 18th-24th

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 | 5/27/25

Apopka Historical Society honors Terrell Hendrix for preserving cemetery history

The Apopka Historical Society honored local researcher Terrell Hendrix for preserving 107 cemetery plaques that tell the story of our city’s past. His work is now part of the museum’s permanent collection—come explore this remarkable piece of history. more

From the Apopka Historical Society | 5/26/25

City Council commits support for Apopka Juneteenth Parade and Celebration

Apopka’s Juneteenth Celebration is on Saturday, June 14th. The parade starts at 2pm on the corner of 10th Street and Central Avenue. The festival begins after the parade at Alonzo Williams Park. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/26/25

Bracy Davis running for state senate with a focus on affordability and education

Since entering the House, Bracy Davis has managed to pass two to three bills each legislative session, no small feat given the Republican supermajority in Tallahassee. more

By Emma Longwell, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/26/25

The view of Hurricane Florence from the International Space Station in 2018.

NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching

Every year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and other forecasters release preseason outlooks for the Atlantic’s hurricane season, which runs June 1st through November 30th. more

By Colin Zarzycki, Penn State | 5/26/25

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 about two new affordable housing communities in Apopka. more

From Staff Reports | 5/25/25

Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson presents an update on the Border Lake issue at the April 2nd City Council meeting.

Apopka CRA Board approves budget amendments for fiscal year 2025

Questions arose over project allocations and outdated line items, including a $400,000 allocation for a land acquisition that is no longer viable due to the property owner's refusal to sell. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/25/25

Prepare your landscape and trees for the hurricane season

Home and business owners can take steps to make sure the trees can withstand tropical storm- and hurricane-force winds and rains. more

From UF/IFAS | 5/25/25

The Grand Review of the Union Armies May 1865.

Remembering Sherman’s Army

They were, in the words of the New York Times, the “glorious veterans…heroes of the greatest march on record,” and their beloved Uncle Billy, General William Tecumseh Sherman, was the man of the hour. more

By Anne Sarah Rubin, University of Maryland, Baltimore County | 5/25/25

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