Observed annually throughout April, the campaign champions early childhood literacy by inviting area residents to Head Start centers for classroom reading.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/14/24
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While Sunshine Week is only once a year, Clerks uphold government transparency with accurate recordkeeping and efficient reporting every day.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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3/10/24
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The county is committed to the federal Vision Zero Plan, which states as its goal, that even one traffic fatality is too many. The plan lists adding sidewalks as the most effective the lowest cost remedy for saving lives.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner District 2
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3/6/24
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Ten applications nationwide were awarded, and Orange County was the only one awarded to provide services specifically targeting youth and young adults living with HIV.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/6/24
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The developer’s agreement approved by the BCC involves a 195-unit project called Southwick Commons planned for downtown Apopka.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/5/24
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We’ve been buzzing with activity, hosting several large-scale events last month, including MEGACON at the Orange County Convention Center and the NFL Pro Bowl.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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3/4/24
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A driver's license is an essential form of identification and is required for many everyday activities, such as opening a bank account, renting a car, or applying for a job.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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2/27/24
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According to a county presentation on the question, Central Florida Jobs with Justice requested that the county spend $8.7 million of COVID-19 relief money for medical debt relief.
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By David Beasley, The Center Square
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2/26/24
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Orange County Government has received the Executive Award of Regional Significance from the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council (ECFRPC) for its commitment to land conservation .
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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2/22/24
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Vision Zero recognizes that people sometimes make mistakes, so road systems and related policies should be designed to ensure human error doesn’t result in severe injuries or fatalities.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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2/18/24
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In “A Tale of Two Tent Cities“ the authors state, “Local governments have essentially three choices in responding to the presence of homeless encampments.”
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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2/15/24
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The ceremony will be held outside the beautiful courtyard steps of the iconic Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando for up to 30 couples.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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2/12/24
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Save Orange County is a Central Florida organization that has repeatedly had to fight off developer assaults on its rural community adjacent to the Econlockhatchee River.
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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2/1/24
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Demings: "Together, we celebrated newly installed public artwork on display at our Sculpture on the Lawn exhibit outside the County Administration Building and opened our doors to the public during our Open House and Job Fair event last month.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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2/1/24
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The Wyld Oaks development is not Taurus or Benge Development. Their success rate in Apopka is unblemished, and they bring a plan that should be seen with optimism.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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1/29/24
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From investing in its residents and workforce to improving public transit and taking a stand against gun violence, Orange County made significant strides in 2023.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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1/25/24
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January is National Radon Action Month, and the Florida Department of Health in Orange County encourages residents to protect their homes and families from radon exposure.
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From the Florida Department of Health/Orange County
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1/22/24
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Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings will host a free open house on Saturday, January 20th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at downtown Orlando's Orange County Administration Center.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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1/16/24
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The ceremony will be held outside the beautiful courtyard steps of the iconic Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando for up to 30 couples.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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1/11/24
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The "creative class" is a “diverse group of engineers and managers, academics and musicians, entrepreneurs and designers, and programmers, unified by their engagement in creative or restorative work.
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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1/9/24
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With the 2023 holiday season behind us, we can now reflect on the cherished times we spent with friends and family, as well as the acts of kindness that made the holiday season happier and brighter …
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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1/8/24
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Demings: "I hope everyone had the chance to spend time with friends and loved ones during the holiday season. With the arrival of 2024, now is the perfect time to embrace the opportunities."
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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1/4/24
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Orange County will host a Fleet and Facilities Job Fair on Thursday, January 18, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This job fair provides a unique opportunity to apply, interview, and receive a same-day offer.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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1/3/24
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Moore: "Activating means we tap into the abilities and stored potential of our citizens. It means as leaders, we must believe and trust our people more."
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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12/28/23
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FusionFest’s annual two-day festival in downtown Orlando drew people from more than 110 different cultures to experience music, dance, food, visual arts, spoken word, games, and interactive activities.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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12/21/23
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