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A neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida, that was chosen for radical change while other neighborhoods stay exactly the same.
America’s “Grand Housing Bargain” is broken. It's time for a new one.
The current grand bargain is simple: No neighborhood needs to change; they can all stay in their current form, but in exchange, one or two neighborhoods will experience radical transformation. more
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Flooding in Asheville, N.C., caused by Hurricane Helene in September 2024 sparked climate misinformation. Melissa Sue Gerrits/Getty Images
Climate misinformation is rife on social media – and poised to get worse
In the wake of the 2023 Hawaii wildfires, researchers at Recorded Future, Microsoft, NewsGuard and the University of Maryland documented an organized propaganda campaign by Chinese operatives targeting U.S. social media users. more
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AAA: Florida gas prices increase by three cents from last week
Florida's state average has mostly hovered between $2.99 and $3.15 since early September. However, during the past two weeks, the state average exceeded $3.20 per gallon. 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 photos and highlights from the 16th Annual Apopka MLK Parade. more
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Blake Guyre brings the music of Billy Joel and Elton John to Apopka.
Billy Joel and Elton John rock the Apopka Amphitheater
Saturday Sounds: The vibrant sounds of Saturday nights in Apopka returned with a bang this past weekend, captivating the community at the Apopka Amphitheater. more
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What is the Orange County Transportation Mobility Advisory Commission?
The commission will hold meetings and public hearings and make recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, which will focus on proposed expenditures for transportation purposes before inclusion in the proposed County annual budget. more
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How to deal with a Florida winter weather event
These simple safety reminders can help you and your family better prepare for Florida's winter weather events. more
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Downtown Apopka.
10 questions to ask someone running for local office
How can you figure out whether a candidate for mayor or city council will uphold Strong Towns principles and take a thoughtful, incremental approach to your community's problems? more
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Blake Guyre performs at the Apopka Amphitheater this month.
Saturday Sounds returns this weekend
See Apopka's very own Blake Guyre perform the music of Elton John and Billy Joel live at the Apopka Amphitheater this Saturday from 5 PM to 7 PM! more
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Northern Right Whale.
Federal agency backs down from protecting rare whale that calves off Florida
There are fewer than 400 Right Whales left in the wild. Like manatees, they’re vulnerable to being clobbered by boats. In 2021, for instance, one boat called the About Time clobbered two of them off St. Augustine — a mama whale and its new calf. Both died. more
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Orange County Animal Services: 89% of animals adopted in 2024
The report comprehensively examines the shelter’s accomplishments and community support in the past year. Most notably, OCAS achieved a 91% live release rate for dogs and 88% for cats, contributing to an overall live release rate of 89%. more
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Medicaid cuts could devastate rural Florida, affecting children
The report reveals that rural Floridians face unique challenges, including provider shortages, long commutes, and limited connectivity, all of which make accessing healthcare more difficult. more
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One Family Church (First Presbyterian Church of Apopka) – 500 S Highland Avenue, Apopka, FL 32703
Breaking News: Apopka opens Cold Weather Shelter for Thursday and Friday night
One Family Church has graciously offered their facility as a shelter for these dates. We are working diligently with other community churches for future sites (if needed) during this cold weather season.  more
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Orange County opens Temporary Warming Centers on Thursday and Friday evenings
Due to this predicted cold weather, Orange County will support the Homeless Services Network in welcoming residents and people without stable housing to two area Warming Centers. more
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Phone ban in schools gets mostly positive feedback from administrators
HB 379 is a 2023 law that prohibits phone use during instructional time, prohibits access to certain websites on school networks, and requires instruction to use social media responsibly. more
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AAA offers tips to protect your home and vehicle in frigid temperatures
Freezing temperatures can lead to costly repairs to your home, while snow and icy roads can raise the risk for Floridians who aren’t used to driving in these conditions. more
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Fletcher Williams at the intersection in Bradenton, Florida, where he was struck by a car while riding his bicycle.
3 Crashes in 13 Months: This Bradenton bicyclist has to risk his life just to go to work
Fletcher Williams was on his bicycle returning from work at 6:30 a.m., traveling westbound on 57th Avenue. He proceeded into the crosswalk with a walk signal, where he was immediately struck by a car turning right. more
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Apopka Police Department Arrest Report: January 12th-18th
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 January 18th. more
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Snow in Florida? Central Florida expecting chilly temperatures and lots of rain
The order empowers the Division of Emergency Management to coordinate the state and local response to the weather, expected to include up to four inches of snow in the Panhandle. more
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The intersection of Vick and Ponkan Road.
The conundrum of infrastructure improvements that's plaguing Apopka
300 residents came out last Monday to look at a potential new 600-acre development (Paulucci) along Vick and Ponkan roads. Here we saw the problem again – no money offered by the developer, city, or county for external roadway infrastructure improvements.  more
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Dedicated Orange County response team leads storm debris pickup following back-to-back hurricanes
A collaborative process begins immediately following a storm when Orange County Public Works crews monitor streets to assess high impact areas, review satellite images, and gather data. more
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Social Border Grill delivers food as part of World Central Kitchen relief efforts at an Eaton Fire temporary shelter in Pasadena, Calif., on Jan. 9, 2025.
How nonprofits pitch in before, during and after disasters strike
Collaboration is a hallmark of how nonprofits respond to disasters. These organizations often work alongside government agencies and private sector partners in coordinated efforts. more
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Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: January 12th-18th
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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16th Annual Apopka MLK Jr. Parade continues to bring communities closer together
Apopka came alive on Monday, as the community gathered for the 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, a vibrant celebration of unity, culture, and the enduring legacy of the civil rights leader. more
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Foundation for OCPS opens donation page for kindergartener hit and killed by vehicle on Saturday in Apopka
Since your gift will go directly to Emiliano’s family, it is not tax-deductible, but please know it will bring comfort to his family and mother as they cope with this tragedy. more
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