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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.
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.
Orange County to make federal funding available for Hurricane Ian recovery
Hurricane Ian devastated Florida as a Category 4 hurricane, causing more than $300 million in major damage across Orange County. Orange County Recovers offers housing repair, replacement, or full reconstruction which will be funded as a grant to the homeowner.
Lake Pearl in Apopka.
Blue-Green Algae Alert issued for Lake Pearl in Apopka
Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is essential to exercise caution, even if the presence of toxins has not yet been confirmed. 
The end of suburban sprawl
“The Economics of Development in Florida” lays out the premise that tighter-knit communities produce much more value per acre. Why? They pack more people into less space.
Bicycle lanes make Orange County roads safer and more functional
Advocates assert bike lanes are critically important to create a multimodal transportation system, a transportation network that integrates multiple modes of transportation such as walking, biking, public transit and driving in order to meet the needs of different users.
Calendar of events
Orange County announces grand opening of Apopka's Greeneyes Wildlife Preserve
The Greeneyes Wildlife Preserve is one of a series of land acquisitions made by Orange County’s Green PLACE Program.
Answering the call
A dump truck became entangled with and pulled down a traffic signal on John Young Parkway at I-4, which is in the City of Orlando’s jurisdiction. But an Orange County Public Works team took action.
A lifetime of dedication to animal welfare
The award recognizes individuals who have spent a minimum of 20 years making consistent contributions to improving animal welfare and protection and advancing the animal control profession within the State of Florida.
Orange County wins conservation award for wetlands ordinance
The award recognizes the County’s innovative revisions to its outdated Wetland Protection Ordinance, which was approved unanimously by the Orange County Board of County Commissioners in December 2023 and took effect on June 1, 2024.
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.
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.
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.
Protect Your Pet: Orange County offers free rabies vaccines and microchipping
The average cost of microchips and vaccinations for rabies is approximately $90 for pet owners. Orange County Animal Services wants to assist residents by providing free access to these services.
Updating Developing News: Nelson pushes back on Moore's claim about presenting at the Feb. 5th City Council meeting
Border Lake is a closed-drainage basin with impacts from SR 436, Seminole County, Orange County, and the City of Apopka. Recently, it has been a particularly hot topic in Apopka.
Breaking News: Blue Green Algae Alert for Lake Apopka
Blue-green algae have the potential to produce toxins. Since environmental conditions can change at any time, it is important to exercise caution, even if the presence of toxins has not yet been confirmed.