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Hispanic Heritage Month highlights September in Orange County
Now is also the perfect time to taste the unique flavors of our community during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining.
"Empowering Good" positions local nonprofits for long-term success through training support
Over two years ago, the Orange County Government and the Rollins Crummer Graduate School of Business announced a multi-million-dollar partnership offering tools and training to nonprofits through American Rescue Plan Act funding.
The Northwest Recreation Complex
Apopka secures top rank in first round of Tourism Development Tax application review
The Apopka Parks and Recreation Department prepared the application, which was presented to the TDT Application by Apopka Parks and Recreation Director Radley Williams.
Zellwood Elementary School.
Kelly Park School and Zellwood Elementary receive Apple Distinguished School designation 
Schools apply and are selected for this distinction based on their commitment to continuous innovation in education and their use of Apple products to inspire, imagine, and impact teaching and learning. 
Orange County Mosquito Control tackles Dengue Fever threat
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County confirmed two people living in Orange County tested positive for Dengue Fever, a viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Charlotte, NC.
The Great Reset: What Apopka can learn from Charlotte
Moore: "Without openness, a city will also lack the ability to attract diverse talent. New talent and ideas are needed to replenish energy and capacity."
Developing Story: Blue-green algae found in Lake Ola
Lake Ola is a 426-acre body of water that sits in the northwest corner of Orange County near the town of Tangerine, about eight miles from the center of Apopka.
Orange County Mosquito Control crews target spraying after report of Dengue fever
The Florida Department of Health confirmed on August 22nd, two people in Orange County contracted the Dengue virus locally.
Is Apopka in position for a "Great Reset"?
Moore: "Apopka can become much more than a bedroom community for Orlando. We are all part of a large mega-economy of Central Florida. The possibilities for economic success and preserving our environmental treasures are endless."
The scene in Apopka on Election Day 2022.
Orange County launches recycling drive for campaign signs
In partnership with the City of Winter Park, the City of Orlando, and the League of Women Voters, Orange County will collect campaign signs to be used as a cleaner energy source.
Orange County launches “Ready Set Orange”
“Ready Set Orange” customers can choose from eight pre-designed floorplan models and receive step-by-step instructions on applying for the program and obtaining final construction permits.
South Apopka is getting broadband
Through a partnership with the Aeras Foundation, wifi-enabled digital devices are available to be loaned to qualified residents. Aeras works with community organizations and has already distributed more than 700 devices to residents.
CDBG 50th Anniversary: Orange County and partners replace blind veteran’s roof
Orange County is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the federal Community Development Block Grant by highlighting nonprofits that have used the funding to help local residents.
Wekiva High School
Byrd: "State leaders should commit to place education funding at the top of the priority list"
Byrd: "Raising the beginning teacher salary was a good start but when beginning teachers are making the same as 10-year veterans, that is a problem."
Keep your pets safe from heat danger
So far this summer, Orange County Animal Services has responded to several cases of people leaving their pets in cars.
Portrait of a Graduate: Byrd discusses the future plans of Orange County Public Schools
Byrd: "I believe we will see more flexibility in high school scheduling options, more early exposure to career options in the younger years, more hands-on learning, and more school/work experience opportunities."