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New rules for fertilizer use now in effect in Orange County
The County’s Fertilizer Management Ordinance aims to improve water quality and prevent algae blooms in local lakes, rivers, and springs. more
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Apopka requesting $2.5 million from Feds to replace asbestos piping
Rep. Demings’ previous fiscal year 2022 projects were fully funded, with over $6 million successfully secured for Central Florida for body cameras, youth homelessness prevention, clean water infrastructure, and emergency power generators. more
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Orange County Commissioners vote to advance sales tax referendum to November ballot
The vote means Orange County voters will have the opportunity to decide on November 8th if they want a one-cent sales tax increase that would be a dedicated funding source for transportation needs. more
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A call to action: CDC, Department of Health urging parents to immunize infants for vaccine-preventable diseases
National Infant Immunization Week is a yearly observance highlighting the importance of protecting children two years and younger from vaccine-preventable diseases. more
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Lake Apopka
Clearing the air in Orange County
Air can have dust, pollen, salt from sea spray, volcanic ash, and smoke. Highly populated areas can have higher rates of air pollution, which can cause health problems.  more
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Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area.
Plan for new Central Florida toll road would split Split Oak Forest, a treasured park
The subject of this struggle is a sweet slice of Central Florida’s landscape known as Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area. It’s owned by you, the Florida taxpayer. more
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Happy #407Day Apopka!
This special campaign, inspired by the destination’s longtime area code, encourages residents to support their favorite restaurants, bars, shops, boutiques, services, and other locally owned businesses by sharing posts and photos on their social media channels using the hashtag #407Day. more
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14-yr. old striker, Fola La Follette, and Rose Livingston. Glass negative from the George Grantham Bain Collection, 1913. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division. Photograph shows suffrage and labor activist Flora Dodge "Fola" La Follette (1882-1970)
Girl Power: Apopka Historical Society honors the women that lead the community
The Apopka Historical Society closed out Women's History Month last week with a tribute to female leaders in Orange County and Apopka. The event, entitled: "Girl Power: Promoting Hope" more
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Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington, DC
Orange County honoring Vietnam Veterans this Friday
Vietnam Era Veterans who served from November 1, 1955, through May 15, 1975, regardless of location will be eligible to receive the 50th Commemoration of Vietnam Veterans Pin and Presidential Proclamation.  more
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The Orange County Board of County Commissioners approved the revised boundaries of Orange County’s six County Commission Districts.
Orange County Board of County Commissioners approves final redistricting plan
It was a historic vote that comes once a decade. The Orange County Board of County Commissioners approved the revised boundaries of Orange County’s six County Commission Districts. The goal … more
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Orange County Clerk hosts Operation Green Light in April
In 1958, Operation Greenlight was a top-secret CIA program that saw the insertion of nuclear devices within every major European city as an ultimate endgame to a Soviet invasion of Europe. The … more
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District 2 Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
Moore qualifies for County Commission reelection bid with over 1,600 petition signatures
Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore is the first 2022 county commission candidate submitting 1600 signed petitions into the Supervisor of Elections. Filing to run for office via the petition … more
Dr. Raul Pino, Director of the Florida Department of Health in Orange County.
Dr. Raul Pino, Orange County Health Director, returns from administrative leave
Dr. Raul Pino, the Director of the Florida Department of Health in Orange County, has been reinstated from administrative leave by the Florida Department of Health. more
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Orange County (District 2) Commissioner Christine Moore.
Thompson Road cleanup in Apopka a huge success
On March 5th and 6th, students from Apopka High School’s Student Government Association, Apopka High School teachers Mr.  Wagner and Mr. Peters, nearby residents, and members of the Apopka 7th-Day Adventist Church pitched in to do everything from trim trees to paint fences. more
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Ready to travel? Clerk's office in Apopka making it easier to get a passport
Because of the pandemic, passport processing times can take up to 11 weeks, so applying for one now will ensure customers get their passports in time for summer. more
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Wekiva High hosting Orange County transportation initiative open house
Orange County residents and those who travel regularly in Orange County are encouraged to participate in the transportation open house and take the transportation survey. more
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Orange County launches transportation initiative online and in-person
Orange County residents and those who travel regularly in Orange County are encouraged to participate in the transportation open houses and take the transportation survey. more
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Over 1,200 vote-by-mail ballots already returned in Apopka elections
Apopka's 2022 Election Day may be March 8th, but hundreds of ballots have already been received by the Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office. more
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The John Bridges Center in South Apopka.
City, Chamber call community meeting for "potential annexation of South Apopka"
A surprising notice appeared in the Orlando Sentinel's Sunday classified section: "Legal Advertisement; City of Apopka; Public Notice of Community Meeting; One Apopka Outreach & Discovery for South Apopka..." more
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Orange County Commission approves new rules for fertilizer use
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to update its Fertilizer Management Ordinance to further prevent nitrogen and phosphorus nutrient pollution from entering County water bodies. more
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Breaking News: Orange County Firefighters Association endorses Becker
The Apopka Voice has learned that Commissioner Kyle Becker has received the endorsement of the Orange County Firefighters Association. more
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The John Bridges Community Center in South Apopka.
Opinion: Mayoral debate makes it clear where South Apopka stands
No matter the outcome of the election, the Apopka City Council is going to look different, and the opinions on this subject may change based on who wins or loses. South Apopka, however, will look very much like it has for years. more
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Orange County Rental Assistance Program a pandemic lifeline
The program is an income-based initiative aimed at helping Orange County’s most vulnerable tenants. It provides financial assistance to those who are past-due in rent as a result of the pandemic. more
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Dr. Raul Pino, Director of the Florida Department of Health in Orange County, has been placed on administrative leave by the DOH.
Orange County Health Department director placed on administrative leave
Dr. Raul Pino, the Director of the Florida Department of Health in Orange County, has been placed on administrative leave by the Florida Department of Health while it investigates an email Pino sent to employees about the department's low percentage of staff that is vaccinated for COVID-19. more
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The Orange County Clerk of Courts is holding a group wedding ceremony on the steps of the Orange County Courthouse on Valentine's Day - February 22nd.
Valentine's Day Wedding? The Clerk of Courts can make that dream a reality
The ceremony will be held outside on the beautiful courtyard steps outside of the iconic downtown Orange County Courthouse for up to 20 couples during a group wedding ceremony. more
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