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Breaking News: Velazquez confirms she will defend Seat #2

This will be Velazquez's seventh appearance on an Apopka ballot in the last 12 years, including general elections and runoffs. Velazquez was first elected in 2014, lost her seat in 2018, won a special election in 2020 to regain Seat 2, and then won a full term in 2022. She has received the most votes of any member on the Apopka City Council. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 5/16/25

Document confusion delays Apopka warehouse project at Development Review Committee meeting

The project, submitted by developer and property owner Michael Cooper, was set for discussion during the meeting as a resubmittal for the project located at 357 West Fourth Street, just three blocks from City Hall. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/15/25 | 1 comment

Could Coretta Anthony-Smith be a new voice in the Florida Legislature?

Coretta Anthony-Smith may not be a household name in Orange County politics, but she is is a seasoned trial lawyer, a mother, a fierce advocate, and someone tired of watching from the sidelines as issues affecting everyday Floridians fall through the cracks. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 5/15/25

From Gallery to Lawn

Orange County offers two opportunities for local artists to flourish - artwork hung at the Orange County Convention Center and the 11th Annual Sculpture on the Lawn competition. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 5/15/25

Natural Gas demand continues to rise as LANGD welcomes 30,000th customer

LANGD’s growth over the past decade has been remarkable, with a 93% expansion in service area as more homeowners and businesses turn to natural gas as their preferred energy source. more

From LANGD and Staff Reports | 5/15/25

Hurricane disaster planning with aging parents should start now, before the storm: 5 tips

Emergency preparedness plans too often overlook the specific needs of elders in America’s aging population, many of whom live alone. more

By Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, University of North Dakota | 5/15/25

Orange Audubon Nature Center at Apopka Birding Park wins AIA Orlando Design Award

Located at the entrance to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, the Nature Center will transform an abandoned building (a former truck repair shop) into a 3,400-square-foot, low-carbon, sustainability-focused educational visitor center. more

From Orange Audubon | 5/14/25

Together, we make Apopka stronger

For ten years, The Apopka Voice has been honored to tell the story of Apopka. But our journey has never been a solo one. We’ve walked it side-by-side with the heart of this city, and we want to say 'thank you!'. more

By Katherine Whalen, Interning Publicist from Florida Southern College, and staff reports | 5/14/25

Boil Water Alert issued for parts of Apopka

Due to the temporary disruption in water service, a precautionary boil water advisory is being issued for all residents in Winding Meadows and Laurel Oaks. more

From the City of Apopka | 5/14/25

A person uses a garden hose in an effort to save a neighboring home from catching fire during the Eaton Fire on Jan. 8, 2025 in Altadena, California.

Dozens of members of Congress from both parties plead with administration to unfreeze FEMA grants

Members of Congress from both political parties are calling on the Trump administration to unfreeze funding for a grant program that helps local communities better prepare for natural disasters. more

By Jennifer Shutt, States Newsroom | 5/14/25

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 10th. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 5/14/25

Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson (center) will run for a third term.

Developing Story: Nelson files to run for third-term as Apopka Mayor

Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson has filed to run for a third term, setting up a long-anticipated matchup against Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore. more

By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor | 5/13/25 | 1 comment

AFD vs. APD: The showdown of Apopka's first responders

The Dreams of Joy Foundation is a non-profit organization that grants wishes to adults battling terminal illness. It began granting wishes in August 2017 and has funded the dreams of 47 people. more

From the Dreams of Joy Foundation | 5/13/25

Apopka honors Florida Emancipation Day with a mayoral proclamation

The proclamation outlines the historical significance of Florida Emancipation Day, which commemorates the end of slavery in the state. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/13/25

Medicaid provides health insurance coverage for more than 82 million Americans.

Why do cuts to Medicaid matter for Americans over 65? 2 experts on aging explain why lives are at stake

Earlier this month, the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimated that 8.6 million Americans would lose their health insurance coverage should the proposal become law. more

By Jane Tavares and Marc Cohen, UMass Boston | 5/13/25

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: May 4th-10th

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 | 5/13/25

OP/ED: Floridians don't want trophy hunts of bears

This unprecedented and isolated incident has understandably triggered strong emotions. But emotional reactions - particularly fear and a desire for retribution - must not guide state wildlife policy. more

By James Scott, Speak Up Wekiva | 5/12/25 | 2 comments

Apopka honors city clerks with proclamation during Council meeting

The proclamation celebrated the long-standing role of municipal clerks in the public sector, referring to the position as a “time-honored and vital part of local government” and “the oldest among public servants.” more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/12/25

Why “permanent” retainers aren’t so permanent

A fixed retainer is a wire placed behind the teeth and bonded on to hold those teeth in place. It is usually attached to the front six teeth. It can extend further back, but the more teeth included, the more opportunities there are for breakage. more

By Dr. Andre Baptiste | 5/12/25

DOH-Orange promotes drowning prevention during National Water Safety Month

Water safety is very important in Florida due to the widespread access to water. Children ages 1-4 years old are more likely to drown in a home swimming pool than children ages 5-19 years old, who are more likely to drown in natural bodies of water. more

From DOH-Orange | 5/12/25

AAA: Florida's average gas prices drop below $3 per gallon

Sunday's state average is 17 cents less than a week ago, 22 cents less than a month ago, and 54 cents less than this time last year. more

From AAA | 5/12/25

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 new Apopka Deputy Chief. more

From Staff Reports | 5/11/25

Olsen: "We look to you to lead and get us in front of our growth"

We look to you to ensure that we provide the needed budget to properly provide the Staff, equipment, supplies, and materials to get the job done in a timely and appropriate manner. No one wants to see a tax increase. To date, we have gotten what we have paid for. more

By Rod Olsen | 5/11/25 | 1 comment

Apopka honors National Police Week with mayoral proclamation

National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. more

By Roger Jimenez, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 5/11/25

The Florida Capitol building on Aug. 12, 2024.

All eyes on Florida’s new statewide Medicaid managed-care bill

The program would open to every Medicaid-eligible intellectually disabled person, including those already enrolled in the iBudget program and a different Medicaid managed-care program known as the Statewide Medicaid Managed Care long-term care program. more

By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix | 5/11/25

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