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AAA: Florida gasoline supplies are recovering after Hurricane Milton

Sunday's state average was $3.10 per gallon. That's the same as last week, 5 cents less than last month and 27 cents less than last year. more

From AAA | 10/14/24

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 recovery efforts from Hurricane Milton. more

From Staff Reports | 10/13/24

Orange County opens residential debris drop-off sites and begins curbside debris removal

Beginning Monday, October 14, 2024, designated drop-off sites will accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/13/24

FEMA designates Orange County residents for individual assistance following Hurricane Milton

To be eligible for federal aid under FEMA's Individual Assistance Program, storm damage and losses from the hurricane and flooding must have occurred due to Hurricane Milton. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/13/24

Kiwanis Club of Apopka invites community members to get involved

The event aims to invite members of the community who are passionate about making a difference to join the club and help children and families in the Apopka area. more

From the Kiwanis Club of Apopka | 10/13/24

Ariel view of property damage in Lee County Florida caused by Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane surge could blow away Florida homeowners insurance ‘fixes’

The analysis warned that some insurers — especially those operating in Florida only — may run into financial trouble and that the signs of progress toward more manageable premiums that state leaders have touted in recent months may evaporate. more

By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix | 10/13/24

Orange County starts its recovery from Hurricane Milton

All hurricane and tropical storm watches and warnings have ended for Orange County. Now, the recovery from Hurricane Milton begins. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/10/24

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 09: Connor Ferran (L) and his neighbor Connor Ferran (L) and his neighbor Leroy Roker survey what is left after what appeared to be a tornado tore the roof off of Ferran’s home before Hurricane Milton’s arrival on Oct. 9, 2024, in Fort Myers. He said he had just had the roof replaced two years after Hurricane Ian had damaged it.

Florida begins the long cleanup after Hurricane Milton savages the state

After Milton’s landfall in Siesta Key, the National Guard and other responders rescued 48 people as of 6:30 am. Search and rescue missions continued in 26 counties, with 125 active missions. About 20 urban search and rescue crews are conducting door-to-door checks. more

By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix | 10/10/24

Hope CommUnity Center shifts October 12th event to Hurricane Milton relief effort

We are collecting food, personal hygiene supplies, and financial contributions to provide immediate support to those most affected. more

From the HOPE CommUnity Center | 10/10/24

Byrd: Continue half-cent sales tax for Orange County Public Schools

Prior to the half-cent sales tax in 2002, many of Orange County’s public schools were outdated and in disrepair. more

By Melissa Byrd, Orange County Public School Board Member/District 7 | 10/10/24

The Apopka City Council approved the license agreement for the 5th Street Market with a 5-0 vote, an event organized by Propagate Social House in downtown Apopka.

Apopka City Council approves Market on 5th Street

Propagate started a farmer's market nearly three years ago with 12 vendors. They launched a pilot market on their property, which thrived for a year and grew to 35 vendors and 200 weekly attendees. more

By Keily Alfonzo, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice | 10/10/24

Apopka resumes normal garbage collection schedule on Friday

Post Hurricane Milton: The Apopka Sanitation Division will resume regular garbage cart pickups on Friday, October 11th. more

From the City of Apopka | 10/10/24

Milton expected to slam into Florida with life-threatening force and historic hurricane impact

The forecast is for 12 to 18 inches of rain along the populous Interstate 4 corridor. This area will be the bull’s-eye for flooding rainfall, just north of Tampa to Orlando and Daytona Beach. more

From AccuWeather.com | 10/9/24

League of Women Voters, SPLC files emergency motion to extend voter registration as Floridians Face back-to-back hurricanes

The complaint argues that state leaders’ refusal to extend the voter registration deadline in response to two life-threatening natural disasters in the final days of the voter registration period makes it impossible or difficult to register to vote by the October 7th deadline. more

From the League of Women Voters of Florida | 10/9/24

A Westat survey for the Department of Health and Human Services found that older adults are the fastest-growing cohort of the homeless population. Emergency housing for seniors can keep that number from climbing higher.

Homeless seniors are a growing issue. Here's how to find emergency housing for them

In 2023, The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reported that 1 in 5 homeless people were over the age of 55. more

By Deidre Sommerer, Stacker.com | 10/9/24

Rainfall forecast for Hurricane Milton, which is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Wednesday or early Thursday, via NHC.

Florida’s health facilities are preparing for ‘ferocious’ Hurricane Milton

Florida hospitals have invested in hardening their facilities, making them more hurricane-resistant. To that end, hospitals have brought in flood mitigation equipment, and some have installed wells in case of disruption to the public water supply. more

By Christine Sexton, Florida Phoenix | 10/9/24

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 October 5th. more

From the Apopka Police Department | 10/9/24

Orange County is under a Hurricane Warning, with an elevated threat of tornadoes. Residents should shelter in place until the storm has passed. The county is currently under a local state of emergency, and a state and federal state of emergency.

Milton will remain powerful when it arrives in Orange County

Residents should shelter in place until the storm has passed. The county is currently under a local state of emergency, and a state and federal state of emergency. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/9/24

FEMA: Listen to local authorities as Hurricane Milton makes landfall

Floridians in the storm’s path must continue following the instructions of local officials, as the storm is expected to bring destructive storm surges as well as devastating hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and life-threatening flooding across the state. more

From FEMA | 10/9/24

Summersill: Stay prepared for Hurricane Milton

As Hurricane Milton approaches our area, it’s important that we all take steps to stay safe and well-prepared. Below is a compiled list of essential resources to help you navigate this storm. more

From Marsha Summersill | 10/9/24

Bankson: "This is the time for neighbor to look out for neighbor, and for us all to pull together in care, prayer, and action"

Over 700,000 gallons of fuel are already in the state, and 12 million gallons were requested before the storm. Trucks are being placed along evacuation routes to assist, so while some stations have run out due to the overwhelming demand, the fuel is available as soon as it can be delivered. more

From the Office of Rep. Doug Bankson | 10/9/24

Hurricane Milton will remain a powerful, potentially deadly and destructive force as it roars ashore in the Florida Peninsula along the central Gulf coast around 2 a.m. EDT Thursday, AccuWeather meteorologists continue to warn.

Milton intensifies to Category 5 on its path to Florida

A life-threatening and highly destructive storm surge will occur near and just south where the eye moves ashore. Flooding rainfall and damaging wind gusts will occur in many areas of the Florida Peninsula, and hurricane conditions will continue throughout the I-4 corridor. more

From AccuWeather.com | 10/8/24

Apopka City Hall closing Wednesday and Thursday

The City of Apopka released information on sandbag availability, sanitation collection, closings, shelters, transportation availability, and emergency phone lines. more

From the City of Apopka and Staff Reports | 10/8/24

Orange County under Hurricane Warning

The National Hurricane Center forecasts that Orange County will experience 6 to 12 inches of rain from Wednesday through Thursday, with the northern and western parts of Orange County receiving the heavier rainfall. more

From the Orange County Newsroom | 10/8/24

Apopka Police Department Burglary Report: September 29th-October 5th

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 | 10/8/24

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