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A Matter of Time: Sculpture by Paul Baliker at the Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, one of the grant recipients.
Second Annual Orange County ACT Awards honor 40 organizations with millions in grants
This year’s funded projects are predicted to generate an economic impact of more than $131 million, with a projected attendance of over 1.9 million. more
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Where do invasive species spread and why? Researchers take a novel approach to find the answer
Researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences took a deep dive to understand why certain locations are more susceptible and attractive to invasions by non-native plants or animals. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: February 9th-15th
The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.  more
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Parks and Recreation are not 'superfluous' to the neighborhoods inside the Apopka CRA
The Apopka CRA Board discussed the idea of turning a city-owned property on South 8th Street and Highland Avenue into either six new homes, five new homes, four bigger homes, or four homes and a pocket park. more
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Purcellville, Virginia.
Is Apopka in a 'growth Ponzi scheme'?
Purcellville, a town of 9,000, is considering taking on $34 million in new debt to cover a long list of deferred utility infrastructure projects. Local leaders now have only bad options. more
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UF/IFAS researchers work to prevent a disease threatening your favorite chocolate
A group of UF/IFAS plant pathologists has partnered with the Mars confectionary company to safeguard those cacao tree pods – and the precious beans nestled inside – from a devastating disease: black pod rot. more
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DCF launches new and improved website to help families interested in adoption
The dynamic upgrade enhances the adoption journey by streamlining information about the process and providing prospective adoptive parents with every resource available to connect them with a child in need of a forever family. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices fall 14 cents
Sunday's state average was $3.03 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average price since December, and 2 cents less than the previous 2025 low. more
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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 a plan to fix Border Lake. more
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Cannabis critic warns lawmakers about dangers of today’s pot, urges against ever legalizing it
A majority of Florida voters (56%) approved legalizing the adult use of cannabis in Florida last year, short of the 60% threshold required for passage. more
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Several American presidents during the funeral of former President George H.W. Bush.
Must the president be a moral leader?
As scholar James David Barber wrote, the best way to understand a president’s likely responses to a crisis is to understand what that president values most highly. more
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These highways displaced many Black communities. Some Black activists are using mapping to do the opposite: highlight hidden parts of history.
Black communities are using mapping to document and restore a sense of place
Interstate highway maps do not reflect the reality that in most U.S. cities, the building of major roads was accompanied by the displacement of thousands of Black people from cities. more
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Florida mental health experts share tips to beat winter blues
Mental health professionals across the state are offering practical strategies to help people cope, emphasizing the importance of light exposure, social engagement, and seeking professional support. more
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State Senator Geraldine Thompson
Updating Breaking News: Florida Sen. Geraldine Thompson dies at 74
Thompson, a Democrat, was first elected to the Florida Legislature in 2006 and served multiple terms in the House and Senate. more
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Updating Breaking News: Missing and endangered Apopka man located
Benisse Mervil was last seen wearing a purple shirt, a red and black sweater, blue jeans, and black sneakers. Mervil is 5’09” and weighs approximately 170 pounds, is bald, and has brown eyes.   On May 16th at approximately 6:30 P.M., Phillip Walker (42-year-old black male) was last … more
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Updating Breaking News: APD looking for missing and endangered Apopka man
Benisse Mervil was last seen wearing a purple shirt, a red and black sweater, blue jeans, and black sneakers. Mervil is 5’09” and weighs approximately 170 pounds, is bald, and has brown eyes.   On May 16th at approximately 6:30 P.M., Phillip Walker (42-year-old black male) was last … more
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Spring in Apopka: 63rd Annual Art & Foliage Festival returns to Kit Land Nelson Park in April
The festival showcases the work of artisans and crafters, and top foliage growers from Central Florida. Highlights this year include the 2025 spotlight plant, Ananas comosus, a  pineapple variety known as Sugarloaf, and a Bald Cypress tree giveaway. more
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Venice Police Department rescue crews assist residents after conducting door-to-door wellness checks in coastal areas flooded by Hurricane Helene.
Climate-fueled hurricanes make Florida’s rampant growth slow down
This past week, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel ran a story headlined, “Residents moving to Florida drop to levels of those leaving. Should we be worried?” more
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Climate advocate: EPA closure harms Florida’s environment
Established under President George H.W. Bush in 1992, the office has overseen more than 300 civil rights compliance reviews since 2014. Advocates warn that rollbacks will hit low-income and minority communities hardest. more
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Fall in love with the trails this February
The St. Johns River Water Management District invites you to follow your heart across 530 miles of trails spanning 42 properties, each showcasing diverse landscapes from coastal marshes to pine flatwoods and oak hammocks. more
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How we understand love shapes the trajectory of our relationships.
What is love? A philosopher explains it’s not a choice or a feeling − it’s a practice
People in the U.S. Google the word “love” about 1.2 million times a month. Roughly a quarter of those searches ask “what is love” or request a “definition of love.” more
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Border Lake.
Can Apopka and Orange County work together to fix the Border Lake flooding issue?
Border Lake flooding is scheduled to be discussed at the Apopka City Council's February 19th meeting, with Orange County on the agenda to present a potential solution. more
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Should Apopka implement a moratorium on development?
Olsen: "Given the current development already approved and given the operational, infrastructure and growth challenges that Apopka faces we should IMMEDIATELY implement a development moratorium." more
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Winter storm Enzo boosts rainfall in the north, but southern counties remain dry
Winter Storm Enzo delivered enough rainfall in the district to bring 11 counties, including Orange County, above their 12-month averages. more
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2nd Annual MLK Day of Service Million Meal Pack a huge success
4,500 volunteers, with 21 local sponsors, helped pack 1,013,580 healthy meals. The event also raised $10,000 for scholarship funds for local students. more
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