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2024 Corridor of the Year: And the winner is...
Each of the four streets had a top-scoring neighborhood. These folks worked hard to improve their frontage and regularly picked up trash. They care very much about their community, making it safer, more engaging, and more prosperous. more
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Orange County Toy Drive: Working together to help others this holiday season
The Orange County Citizens’ Commission for Children has rolled up its sleeves to ensure yet another successful toy drive. more
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Orange County and Apopka have announced adjustments to their holiday curbside collections.
Orange County and Apopka announce their Thanksgiving curbside collection schedule
Residents are reminded to set out their garbage, recycling, yard waste, and large items for collection by 6 a.m. on the day after their typical collection day. more
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Raise a glass of H2O to Orange County Utilities for winning the title of Best Tasting Drinking Water in Central Florida!
Nine utilities competed in the Region III Drinking Water Contest hosted by the Florida Section American Water Works Association (FSAWWA), a statewide association of drinking water professionals. more
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OCPS offers 41 magnet programs to expand educational choices
All parents and students are invited to learn more about the 41 magnet programs offered in 29 sites across elementary, middle, and high schools. more
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Orange County takes on emerging homelessness issue
It is helpful if we all avail ourselves of knowledge about existing and new programs for the unhoused.  You never know when you might need this information to help a person avoid camping on the street. more
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Apopka Debris Cleanup: 28,000 cubic yard collected in 20 days
The City estimates it's about 75% complete with the first pass. Once the first pass is completed over the next few days, the final pass will be announced to make sure everyone has put all of their storm debris to the curb. more
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Orange County steps up to make pedestrian safety a top priority
Several pedestrian safety projects are either in development or underway on various roadways and at 14 County schools. more
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Clarcona Ocoee Road won the 2023 Corridor of the Year Award in District 2.
Who will win Corridor of the Year in 2024?
The 2024 competing corridors include Sheeler Road, Rose Avenue, Powers Drive, and Votaw Road.  more
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More than 1,700 acres of environmentally sensitive land protected this year through the Orange County 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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Neighborhood Services Division is hosting the 2024 Orange County Community Conference
The Orange County Community Conference allows residents to learn innovative ways to improve neighborhoods and their communities. more
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Orange County launches 14th annual Toy Drive to benefit local families
Donations support Orange County youth and family agencies, including the Orange County Neighborhood Centers for Families, Wraparound Orange,  Orange County Public Schools Kids’ Closet, and local nonprofit organizations. more
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Orange County Public Works Department creates an interactive map for storm debris removal
The Orange County Public Works Department has developed an interactive map to help residents keep track of neighborhood debris removal and answer questions about debris from Hurricane Milton. more
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Orange County extends residential debris drop-off sites
Three designated drop-off sites will continue to accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris. more
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New sidewalks in Orange County: A safe path for pedestrians
Orange County is using sales tax monies to fund $100 million in transportation needs over five years, with $55 million for roadway lighting, sidewalks, and pedestrian safety projects. more
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Orange County Animal Services announces 11th Annual Barktoberfest
Various rescue groups from Florida will be present, and several different breeds, ages, and sizes of pets will be available for adoption. more
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Tree on a house along Canterclub in Wekiva.
What we learned from Hurricane Milton
It is apparent that there will be more storms coming, if not this year, in the future. We can learn many things from Hurricane Milton. more
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Disaster debris removal crews to deploy in Orange County
Orange County Public Works crews are set to deploy on October 16, 2024, to collect large storm debris from Hurricane Milton. more
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Orange County and Federal program provide residents with housing stability
As Orange County celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant, it wants to shine a light on the program’s far-reaching impact. more
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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
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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
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Hurricane Milton departs Florida.
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
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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
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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
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Hurricane Milton.
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
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