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Orange County Utilities Receives Accolades for Educating Residents on Recycling
The recycling quality improvement program is an ongoing program that encourages residents to change their recycling behavior by using four-week periods of tagging. more
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Apopka Fire Station #4 was the victim of vehicle burglaries Monday.
APD looking for leads in vehicle burglaries at Apopka fire stations
During the early morning hours of May 22nd, several Apopka Fire Department firefighter personal vehicles were burglarized at Fire Stations 3 and 4. more
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Save Our Students initiative seeks to reduce crime and foster relationships
Initiative leaders say their goal is to provide area youth with worthwhile entertainment choices, keep teens safe during the times they are most at risk, and foster enduring mentoring relationships. more
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Take precautions while enjoying water activities during the summer months
The Department reminds families to be safe when enjoying water activities, especially the week before Memorial Day, which is recognized as Healthy and Safe Swimming Week - May 22nd–28th. more
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Commissioner Moore: More progress needed for Apopka's CRA to be renewed
Christine Moore, the District 2 Orange County Commissioner, gave a presentation about the CRA to the Apopka City Council at its May 17th meeting and to discuss its January 2024 renewal. more
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The building blocks of a successful community
I’m supremely interested in improving towns, cities, corridors, and neighborhoods. I have reported regularly in columns and on social media about sources that present best practices for growth and improvement. more
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Last Call: Take the 2023 Community Crime Survey
Orange County Government has received over 2,300 responses since the 2023 Community Crime Survey relaunched in April 2023, as part of the Citizens Safety Task Force Initiative. more
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Orange County’s Community Action Division creates success stories throughout the region
Locally,  Orange County’s Community Action Division oversees numerous social-service programs that empower low-income individuals and families toward economic stability. more
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Another call to Orange County Public Works. The team came out, dumped dirt, and laid five pallets of sod in just one location. I’m crossing my fingers they can finish another section or two. Sand on sidewalks is dangerous to pedestrians and cyclists.
A stellar Sunday morning on West Beggs Road
My most ambitious clean-up ever was a smashing success this past Sunday. I was motivated by the first-ever Coast-to-Coast bike ride down Beggs Road to Rose Avenue. more
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Vision 2050: A longterm plan for Orange County
Vision 2050: What should Orange County look like in 27 years?
The Orange County Government Planning Division wants to hear from residents! Please join the conversation about the future of our community at Vision 2050. more
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Orange County Health: Take precautions to prevent drowning and skin damage
During National Water Safety Month, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County encourages residents to take precautions to prevent drownings and skin damage. more
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Fred Brummer, a former representative in the Florida Legislature, has died at age 77.
Fred Brummer, former state representative and county commissioner, dies at 77
Fred Brummer, a giant in local politics, has died at 77. Brummer served as a representative in the Florida Legislature from 1998-2006 and an Orange County Commissioner from 2006-2014. more
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Save our Students initiative coming to Apopka
A grass-roots initiative to keep at-risk teens safe and away from mischief is coming to Apopka this Saturday night. It's called Save Our Students. more
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Commissioner Moore: "Increase growth in downtown Apopka and protect our natural lands"
Moore: "While it is exciting to announce the construction of a new facility, can a municipality maintain the infrastructure?" more
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Orange County Green PLACE Program: The impact keeps on growing
Orange County leaders and community partners created the Green PLACE Program over three decades ago to preserve, enhance and restore environmentally sensitive lands. more
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STD cases on the rise in Orange County
During STD Awareness Month, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County encourages the community to take precautions and to be aware of the long-term health impacts of STDs. more
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City Council listens to a South Apopka resident at the March 28th Annexation Town Hall meeting at the John Bridges Center.
You want fries with that annexation?
It may be time to turn this issue over to the people of South Apopka, but if it's going to be settled by ballot, then treat annexation like an election. more
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Orange County's Earth Week Celebration starts this weekend
Events and activities will take place in-person and virtually. Residents will have the opportunity to learn a variety of things from energy saving tips to how to make Florida friendly planters. more
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Triggered by rising gun violence, Orange County Citizens Safety Task Force announces new community survey
In 2023, there were over 5,000 deaths related to firearms. In the first 100 days of the year, there have been 147 mass shooting incidents (four or more persons killed or injured) and 14 mass murders. more
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Building a strong community starts with pride
The prize is to find, understand, and leverage the area’s pride to reinforce common values. A community builds confidence in people to envision a future, enact strategies, and make progress. more
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Orange County Health sponsoring Arts and Heart Run this weekend
The Arts and Heart Run seeks to foster good health and wellness within the Orange County community and to encourage attendees to take control of their health and wellness.  more
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Bats play an important role in the ecosystem, especially in controlling insects and aiding agriculture, and they pose virtually no danger to people who do not handle them, however, a small percentage can carry rabies.
Orange County Health: Use these simple steps to protect yourself against bats and rabies
Bats play an important role in the ecosystem, especially in controlling insects and aiding agriculture, and they pose virtually no danger to people who do not handle them. more
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Orange County burn ban remains in effect
The burn ban prohibits all outdoor burning that has not been specifically permitted. The ban is applicable within the unincorporated and incorporated territory of Orange County. more
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The Orange County Sheriff's office is warning about this phone scam...
Phone Scam Alert: Orange County Sheriff warns of fake utility company calls
Beware of unknown suspects posing as local power companies reps such as Duke Energy or the Orlando Utilities Commission and convince them victim they have an overdue bill. more
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Wekiwa Springs mural dedication this weekend; Easter egg hunt to follow
Commissioner Moore’s vision for building strong neighborhoods includes locally-formed groups promoting art and hosting events like the Easter Egg Hunt. more
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