The Apopka Voice logo

City Commission weighs bringing legal counsel into City Hall

Log in
News
Sort by: Featured Most recent
5778 results total, viewing 1801 - 1825
Photo Caption
Spring gardens and flowers highlight UF/IFAS classes in April
UF/IFAS Extension Orange County provides education and information to residents and businesses through workshops, publications, and mass media in the areas of family life, youth development, natural resources, horticulture, and agriculture. more
|
Since 1962, the Chicago River has been dyed green for St. Patrick’s Day.
How the color of St. Patrick’s Day went from blue to green
St. Patrick’s Day was once a solemn feast day when you’d be far more likely to see the color blue. In fact, there’s even a color known as St. Patrick’s blue. more
|
Photo Caption
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 March 8th. more
|
Farmer carrying crate full of oranges harvesting in organic orchard on sunny day.
Florida farmers grapple with uncertainty of USDA funding freeze, layoffs
The recent freeze on USDA funding and subsequent layoffs are creating significant challenges for farmers nationwide, including those in Apopka and Orange County. more
|
Photo Caption
The Starter Home: A forgotten path to affordable housing
A starter home, in its traditional sense, is the smallest increment of development, designed to be affordable, flexible, and expandable over time. These homes were once common and offered a path to gradual investment and growth. more
|
Photo Caption
Full phone ban in Florida schools gets unanimous support in House committee
The House Education Administration Subcommittee unanimously supported Rep. Demi Busatta’s proposal, HB 949, to ban students from using their phones during the school day. more
|
Exemptions to Florida’s open records law now exceed high rises in Miami.
The sun is setting on government transparency in Florida – and secrecy creep is affecting the rest of the US, too
From March 16-22, 2025, the nation celebrates the 20th anniversary of national Sunshine Week, which originated in Florida. This is why it's important. Exemptions to Florida’s open records law now exceed … more
|
Photo Caption
Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: March 2nd-8th
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more
|
A protester holds a sign during a demonstration against President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and the Trump administration outside the Indiana Statehouse in Indianapolis.
5 reasons veterans are especially hard-hit by federal cuts
The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to cut 83,000 jobs, slashing employment by over 17% at the federal agency that provides health care for millions of veterans, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press on March 5, 2025. more
|
Photo Caption
Hope CommUnity Center needs your help
Until recently, Hope relied on support from Second Harvest Food Bank to stock pantry staples. But recent funding cuts have severed this supply line. Hope now faces significantly higher costs to "shop" for food to stock its pantry, putting a strain on its ability to serve families in need. more
|
Photo Caption
Orange County Utilities hosts community collection of household hazardous and electronic waste at Apopka High School
On Saturday, participants can properly dispose of hazardous and electronic waste at Apopka High School – free of charge. more
|
Photo Caption
FEMA still in Florida to help residents impacted by hurricanes
FEMA will continue to process applications, receive and manage appeals, conduct inspections, and assist applicants and local officials with questions and information about recovery programs. more
|
Photo Caption
AAA: Florida gas prices ease after last week's spike
On Sunday, the state average was $3.09 per gallon. Although the state average rose 10 cents last week, it came back down almost the same amount, finishing the week only 1-cent higher than the week before. more
|
Lake Pearl in Apopka.
In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes seven articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details about the progress made on the Apopka Public Safety Building. more
|
Floridians began early voting in most Florida counties on Oct. 21, 2024. The Florida Capitol stands in the background of an early voting sign at the Leon County Courthouse.
Vote suppression doesn’t happen by accident — it’s part of a plan
Voter suppression, subversion, and disenfranchisement, gerrymandering and radical redistricting, are tools long used to subvert the will of the people — particularly African Americans — from their constitutional right to vote. more
| | 1 comment
Photo Caption
When is the right time to see an orthodontist?
A great rule of thumb is that while it may be too early to start braces, it’s never too early for a consultation, especially when most consultations for braces are free. more
|
University of Florida cornerback Dijon Johnson (27) and safety D.J. Douglas (12) celebrate a big play in the Gasparilla Bowl against Tulane University in Tampa, Fla. on Dec. 20, 2024.
Florida House to study name, image, and likeness rights issues
College athletes can sign deals which allow them to earn money for the use of their name, image and likeness for advertisements or other media, such as podcasts or radio show appearances.  more
|
Women who got their start in the male-dominated profession 40 years ago have advice for today’s newcomers in STEM.
Trailblazing women who broke into engineering in the 1970s reflect on what’s changed – and what hasn’t
In 1970, the percentage of women majoring in engineering was less than 1%. In 1979, that number was 9%. Today, only 21% of engineering majors are women, a number largely unchanged since 2000. more
|
Photo Caption
Apopka City Council takes the next step to build its public safety complex
The unanimous decision, made at its March meeting, comes as city officials struggled to reach an agreement with the property owners, who rejected a fair market value offer, according to Mayor Bryan Nelson.  more
|
Photo Caption
11 things you can do to adjust to losing that hour of sleep when daylight saving time starts
People's natural internal body clock rhythm tends to be slightly longer than 24 hours, which means that we tend to delay our sleep schedules every day. Thus, “springing forward” goes against the body’s natural rhythm. more
|
Photo Caption
Orange County honors the legacy of the Florida Highwaymen with permanent exhibit
In the 1950s, with no gallery to exhibit, these artists hawked paintings from the trunks of cars, selling to Florida hotels, banks, and bars. Hence eventually earning the name Highwaymen. more
|
Photo Caption
AAA urges caution as Daylight Saving Time approaches
The time change impacts daylight hours and sleep patterns, raising the risk of drowsy driving, which can contribute to a dangerous crash. more
|
Photo Caption
Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: February 23rd-March 1st
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more
|
Lawmakers convene in a joint session in the Florida House of Representatives chamber to hear Gov. Ron DeSantis deliver the State of the State address on March 4, 2025.
Florida House, Senate leaders launch into session focused on insurance, agriculture
Florida Legislature 2025: Although they pursue different agendas, Senate President Ben Albritton and House Speaker Danny Perez discussed the availability and affordability of homeowners' insurance. more
|
John H. Bridges Community Center
Goodwill to host Job and Resource Fair at John Bridges Center in South Apopka next week
Positions are available with various employers who will be onsite. Job seekers are encouraged to dress in professional attire and bring printed copies of their résumé.  more
|
« Prev | 1 … 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 … 232 | Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 5 years.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

© Copyright 2026 The Apopka Voice Terms of Use
Powered by Creative Circle Media Solutions