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The Apopka Amphitheater.
Commissioner Moore: "Apopka should take a more conservative approach to its TDT grant request"
"When Apopka’s application was returned to the county a few weeks ago, while extremely well written and documented as to its benefits, there was a much larger request for $13 million. I have never seen a smaller municipality receive this large one-time grant." more
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Community Action Division helps families earn financial independence
To apply, citizens can complete a Career interest Survey or visit one of the eight Community Centers across Orange County. more
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Extra-special preparation required for extra-special community during emergency situations
Seniors and special needs residents require extra care, especially during a hurricane, flood, or tornado. Crafting an easy-to-understand action plan that works for a family’s unique needs is important. more
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Blustery days are a breeze with proactive tree maintenance plan
Well-maintained trees can shield homes during severe weather. With the 2024 hurricane season starting June 1st, Orange County urges homeowners to proactively protect their property before blustery weather blows into town. more
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Community Action Division helps low-income seniors stay cool
This program provides low-income seniors (60+) with air conditioner replacement, service or system upgrades. more
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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings at the Vietnam Memorial Ceremony.
Mother's Day, Memorial Day and Hurricane Prep highlight May's agenda in Orange County
May in Orange County features Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Hurricane Preparedness. more
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Downtown Deland
The transformation of Deland: Part Two
"We broke up into three teams to better discuss the tactics Deland employed. We discussed who could be responsible for similar improvements. We learned Deland was intentional about collaboration." more
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Downtown Deland
The transformation of Deland: Part One
"I could never have imagined what Deland looked like today after beginning its revitalization in 1985." Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore's two-part series on the transformation of Deland. more
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Operation Best Foot Forward begins April 30th to promote pedestrian safety around Central Florida's Parks and Trails
Law enforcement agencies will conduct a two-week high-visibility crosswalk enforcement campaign from Tuesday, April 30 to Friday, May 10th, across six Central Florida counties. more
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Orange County encourages residents to give back unused or expired medication
The Office for a Drug-Free Community is one of 17 agencies encouraging residents to surrender their old and unused prescription medicines at one of these locations across Orange County. more
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Planning for the Future: Orange County works on growth blueprint with Orange Code and Vision 2050
The rewrite of its zoning ordinances accompanies its efforts to roll out a new comprehensive plan called Vision 2050, which will guide development patterns over the next 30 years. more
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Orange County Consumer Protection Office Helping Victims of Fraud
A major goal of the Consumer Protection Office is to be proactive and educate consumers. It provides workshops and seminars that teach residents about best practices and how to protect against fraud. more
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Best Foot Forward: Orange County Sheriff's Office cracks down on crosswalk violations
On April 9th, the Best Foot Forward for Pedestrian Safety coalition and Orange County Sheriff's Office conducted a crosswalk enforcement operation at Apopka-Vineland Road and 1st Street. more
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Orange County investing $2.1 million on Lake Apopka Loop Trail
The Lake Apopka Loop Trail is one of Northwest Orange County's most popular outdoor destinations. The multi-use trail encompasses almost 15 miles of stunning landscapes and trails. more
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Fostering furbabies is a calling for Orange County resident Beth Otto
Although she’s fostered over 900 abandoned cats and kittens since 2009, Beth Otto admits she wasn’t always a cat lover. more
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Orange County celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant Program
Over the past five years, the programs in Orange County have funded the rehabilitation of more than 1,000 rental units, provided rental assistance to hundreds of households, built new community centers and health clinics, boosted the supply of affordable housing, and much more. more
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Orange County managing supply chain issues with agility and adaptability
It has been three years since the COVID pandemic, but its effects, international conflicts, and inflationary pressures still make it difficult for governments to obtain goods and services. more
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Orange County Clerk of Courts hosting Operation Green Light
Operation Green Light is being held statewide from April 6-20th. This initiative aims to help thousands of people with overdue traffic tickets or criminal fines whose driver's licenses have been suspended. more
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Somebody Feed Phil
Demings: "Orange County is diverse and inclusive"
Recently, that spirit of diversity in Orange County was in the national spotlight thanks to Netflix’s hit show, Somebody Feed Phil. more
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Clerk’s Office hosts next free legal forum: Public Records
This free forum will provide information and answer questions about public records, court records, sealing, and expungement. Featured topics will include what type of documents are public records and how to request them. more
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Moore: "We achieve success by working harmoniously and with a shared purpose"
Too many ordinary citizens in District 2 do not feel empowered. We must restructure smaller interdependent teams based on neighborhoods and local areas so all feel welcome. In essence, we must become … more
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Orange County Animal Services honored as Outstanding Agency of the Year
The award highlighted the shelter’s cruelty investigations and mitigation programs, community action team, spay and neuter program, the pneumovirus outbreak response, and outreach and education initiatives. more
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On Thursday, Homes in Partnership, Inc. broke ground on developing 29 single-family homes priced in the mid-$200,000s in the second phase of its affordable Holly Creek community in Zellwood. 
Homes in Partnership breaking ground on 29 single-family homes in Zellwood
Since 2020, Homes in Partnership has built and provided homes to 157 individuals and families in Lake, Marion, Orange, and Sumter counties, with an additional 65 planned for 2024 – 2025. more
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Orange County unveils the largest floating solar array in the Southeastern United States
Aligned with Orange County’s Sustainable Operations & Resilience Action Plan, the project underscores the county’s dedication toward 100% clean, renewable energy by 2035. more
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Guest Readers Month engages residents, champions Early Childhood Literacy
Observed annually throughout April, the campaign champions early childhood literacy by inviting area residents to Head Start centers for classroom reading. more
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