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Orange County Public Schools is hiring bus drivers and mechanics
School bus drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, creating a reliable bridge between home and education. more
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Orange County receives windfall amount in 2024 Tourist Development Tax
Current TDT reserves totals of nearly $417 million helps Orange County reinvest in community projects and programs to benefit residents and visitors such as community venues, cultural arts, and the Convention Center. more
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Cold weather conditions keep shelters in Apopka and Orange County open
With forecasts predicting potential bouts of chilly conditions, these shelters are crucial in ensuring that vulnerable residents have access to a safe refuge. more
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Orange County is planning for the future with Vision 2050
For Vision 2050 to be successful, the County must change its antiquated zoning rules to something a little more modern. As Orange County prepares for the next 30 years, it must change the way it manages growth . This strategy for the future is laid out in the County’s new long-term … more
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DOH-Orange recognizes National Radon Action Month  
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. more
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Customer First: Orange County rolls out live training and extra support for permitting services
Orange County Government issues roughly 81,000 vertical building permits a year, making it the busiest and largest permitting agency in Central Florida. more
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Neighborhood Goodness: Taking a break to appreciate
If you want to participate, your community’s leadership can request a brief presentation and get the ball rolling. Two options are available: Yard of the Month and Yard of the Quarter. more
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What's open on New Year's Day in Orange County?
Happy New Year, Apopka! As we turn the page from 2024 and celebrate the arrival of 2025, here's a list of businesses and places open on New Year's Day. more
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Apopka celebrates Orange County's 200th birthday
The Apopka Historical Society was honored to participate in the 200th year of the Orange County Celebration and Two Centuries of Progress alongside Mayor of Orange County Jerry L. Demings and his administration. more
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Happy Birthday Orange County!
1875-1923 demonstrated the early pioneer’s determination to organize town governments. Orlando was incorporated in 1875, Apopka in 1882, Windermere and Maitland in 1885, Oakland in 1891, Winter Garden in 1908, and Ocoee in 1923. more
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Workshops designed to build stronger communities in Orange County
The Community Connections Workshop Series offers citizens a platform to learn about topics such as neighborhood organization, leadership development, and navigating local government resources. more
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Lake Apopka
Breaking News: DOH issues Blue-Green Algae Alert for Lake Apopka - Newton Park
Recent lab results from a sample collected on Lake Ola indicate the continued presence of trace amounts algae toxins in the water column. As a result, Lake Ola will continue to be closely monitored. more
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Apopka and Orange County announce Christmas curbside collection schedule
As Christmas day approaches, Apopka and Orange County residents can expect a change in their garbage collection routine. more
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A large and complex Orange County budget takes on core issues in 2025
The strategic objectives of the Orange County Budget for FY2024-25 include public safety and health, a sense of community, economic development, infrastructure, efficiency, fiscal responsibility, and sustainability. more
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Ned Bowers, one of about 110 homeowners on Lake Ola in northwest Orange County, is worried about rising pollution challenges for the historically clean lake. Earlier this year, Bowers paid for an independent water quality study, which revealed troubling pollution levels in some of the lake's contributing waters.
A fight to protect one of Central Florida’s cleanest lakes
There aren’t any public access points on Lake Ola, but the water body plays a role in the health of the Lake Apopka Watershed and Central Florida more broadly. more
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Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore - District 2.
Moore non-committal on running for Apopka Mayor in 2026
Halfway through her final term, Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore sat down with The Apopka Voice and shared her thoughts on a range of subjects, including a possible run for Mayor of Apopka in 2026. more
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DOH-Orange encourages a safe 2024 holiday season
From traveling to decorating and cooking, the holidays are a time for family and friends to come together and celebrate. DOH-Orange advises everyone to follow these tips to ensure their safety. more
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Serving those who served
More than 71,000 veterans call Orange County home, and Veterans Services serves approximately 5,000 clients per year, including veterans and their dependents. more
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Lake Lucie Conservation Area.
Preserved Lands: More than 1,700 acres of environmentally sensitive land protected by Orange County’s Green PLACE Program
Green PLACE, an award-winning initiative that preserves, enhances and restores environmentally sensitive lands, has acquired more than 1,700 acres across 19 properties since the beginning of this year. more
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The sun rising on Lake Apopka, as seen from the lakeside observation tower on the Clay Island loop.
Construction set to begin on Lake Apopka Connector Trail
Orange County issued a Notice to Proceed this week on the Lake Apopka Connector Trail project, “paving” the way for a new section of trail that connects two existing trails. more
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'Tis the season to save money?
Orange County Utilities has four ways you can give yourself the gift of savings while making your home more energy-efficient. more
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Orange County Government announces partnership with Solar United Neighbors
The newly named program – “Solar Switch” – provides information on solar energy and offers an opportunity to consider installing rooftop solar and optional battery storage at a competitive price. more
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The secret of making neighborhoods into outdoor living rooms
Commissioner Moore: "With less traffic and slower traffic, streets become more like living rooms where residents meet and grow. It is safer to walk and bike, and thus, there is more chance of meetups." more
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Understanding the success of the District 2 Corridor program
Commissioner Moore: "The program has four functioning groups in Lockhart, Pine Hills, Southern Apopka, and Northeastern Apopka. My hope for my final full year as a county commissioner is to stand up one more “people group”. more
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Corridor of the Year: What went right and what went wrong?
Commissioner Moore: "Our four corridor chiefs worked hard to organize volunteers and direct the improvements. We got community buy-in all up and down the corridors." more
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