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Orange County Corrections wins national award for best recruitment video of 2025
The Orange County Corrections Department has been named the winner of Corrections1’s national poll for Best Recruitment Video of 2025. The department’s in-house production, Step into Something Bigger, topped entries from agencies across the country, earning national recognition after a public vote. more
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Citizens’ review panel strengthens transparency in funding programs for children and families in Orange County
Orange County’s Citizens’ Review Panel plays a key role in evaluating and recommending funding for nonprofits that serve children and families. The citizen-led process is designed to ensure accountability, transparency, and effective use of taxpayer dollars. more
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Apopka City Hall
Apopka City offices to close for New Year’s Day; Orange County begins new collection schedule
Apopka City offices will be closed January 1 and January 2 in observance of New Year’s Day and the city’s floating holiday, with normal operations resuming January 5. Meanwhile, unincorporated Orange County residents will begin a new curbside collection schedule. more
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Demings presses federal officials to reimburse Orange County for ICE detention costs
Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings is calling on federal officials to fully reimburse the county for the rising costs of housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees at the county jail. Demings says local taxpayers are unfairly shouldering hundreds of thousands of dollars in expenses tied to federal immigration enforcement. more
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Orange County is opening temporary warming centers December 30–31 as cold weather arrives
Orange County Government will open two temporary warming centers on December 30 and again on December 31 to provide overnight protection from predicted cold weather. The centers are open to residents and individuals experiencing homelessness and will operate from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m.   Orange County, Fla.  – Due to predicted cold weather, Orange County … more
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Rendering of the new Orange County Animal Services facility in Orlando, FL. Construction is slated to begin in early 2026.
Orange County seeks artists for major public art commission at new Animal Services facility
Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs is inviting artists to apply for a major public art commission at the new Orange County Animal Services facility. The project calls for playful, engaging artwork that reflects compassion, hope, and the goal of helping displaced animals find permanent homes. more
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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings handing out gifts during the toy drive.
Orange County Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive sets record with more than 13,000 toys collected
Orange County’s 15th Annual Mayor’s Holiday Toy Drive collected a record-breaking 13,076 toys this year, the highest total since the program began in 2011. The milestone reflects widespread community support from county employees, residents, and business partners working together to brighten the holidays for local families. more
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Florida Department of Health shares holiday safety tips for food, travel, and well-being
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is urging residents and visitors to take simple precautions to stay healthy and safe during the holidays. Guidance focuses on food safety, physical and mental well-being, and preventing injuries while decorating and traveling. more
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Orange County allocates $3.06 million to Habitat for Humanity for home preservation and affordable housing
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners approved $3.06 million in Affordable Housing Trust Fund dollars to support Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County. The funding will help preserve existing homes and lay the groundwork for future affordable housing across Orange County. more
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Christmas week alters curbside collection schedule in unincorporated Orange County
Curbside trash and recycling schedules will shift for unincorporated Orange County residents during Christmas week. County officials also remind customers that new collection days take effect starting December 29. more
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Orange County approves land purchase for future park at OBT and Sadler Road
Orange County has approved the $2.1 million purchase of 26.1 acres at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail and Sadler Road for a future public park. The site is intended to serve growing communities in northwest Orange County, with park construction likely a decade away. more
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DOH-Orange to offer free or low-cost breast cancer screenings in Apopka
The Florida Department of Health in Orange County will provide free or low-cost breast cancer screenings to eligible women during a one-day mobile clinic in Apopka. The service is part of a statewide effort to expand access to early detection for uninsured and underinsured residents. more
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John H. Bridges Community Center
Orange County community centers help hundreds of thousands build better lives
Across Orange County, nine community centers, including the John H. Bridges Center in Apopka, are operated by the Community Action Division and are helping residents do more than access services — they are building pathways to stability and self-sufficiency. Through job assistance, education, food distribution, and community support, the centers reach nearly 300,000 people each year. more
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From Service to Civilian: Navigating the transition with Veterans Services
After serving in the U.S. Navy, Melissa Michaud discovered that returning to civilian life could be harder than boot camp itself. Now, she and fellow veterans at Orange County Veteran Services are using their shared experiences to help others find resources, purpose, and community after military service. more
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Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County.
Orange County lights up the season Latin style, with Fiesta on the Lawn
Orange County is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season with Fiesta on the Lawn: Lighting Up the Season Latin Style, a festive celebration highlighting Latin and Hispanic heritage. The event will feature live entertainment, cultural exhibits, and family-friendly activities, all designed to showcase the diversity and spirit of Central Florida’s community. more
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Mayor’s Citizens Academy graduates gain hands-on insight into how Orange County government works
Forty-four Orange County residents graduated from the Mayor’s Citizens Academy after spending ten weeks learning how county departments—from public safety to public works—operate behind the scenes. The program aims to deepen civic understanding, foster community pride, and inspire residents to become active participants in local government. more
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Hurricane Ian.
Orange County begins home repairs for Hurricane Ian survivors through recovery program
Orange County announced that repairs to homes damaged by Hurricane Ian will begin this week through its Orange County Recovers program. The initiative provides federally funded grants to low- and moderate-income homeowners still facing unresolved storm damage. more
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Orange County approves Affordable Housing Trust Fund allocation to help repair homes for low-income residents
The Orange County Commission has approved $460,000 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund to support home repairs for low- and moderate-income residents. The funding will allow Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to rehabilitate at least 15 owner-occupied homes across the county. more
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Tanya Wilson, Director of Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department, discusses the department’s five-year plan with staff inside the Board of County Commissioners Chambers at the County’s Administration Center in downtown Orlando.
Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department launches five-year roadmap
Orange County’s Planning, Environmental, and Development Services Department has launched its first-ever Strategic Management Plan, setting a clear roadmap for improving services and strengthening community partnerships through 2030. The plan focuses on streamlining processes, boosting innovation, and better supporting residents and businesses amid the county’s rapid growth. more
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Orange County’s commitment to public safety delivers record results and major upgrades
For seven straight years, Orange County has invested over half its annual budget into public safety, modernizing fire rescue, corrections, and law enforcement at unprecedented levels. County leaders say these investments have already produced measurable improvements in response times, staffing, crime reduction, and community trust. more
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Orange County adjusts curbside collection schedule for Thanksgiving week
Unincorporated Orange County residents will experience temporary changes to curbside garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection during Thanksgiving week. Thursday and Friday customers will have their services moved one day later, with regular schedules resuming December 1. more
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Pictured left to right: Ricky Ly, Mayor’s 2025 Distinguished Citizen of the Year; Pam Welker, District 2 Citizen of the Year; Brandy Diggers, Manager of Orange County Neighborhood Services Division; Dr. Shanta Barton-Stubbs, District 6 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Michael Scott, Orange County District 6; Anne Fulton, District 1 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero, Orange County District 4; Bill DeMott, District 4 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Nicole Wilson, Orange County District 1; Shaun Fulton, District 1 Citizen of the Year; Dickie Owens, District 3 Citizen of the Year; Jason Reynolds, Deputy Director of Orange County Planning Environmental Development Services Department; Commissioner Mayra Uribe, Orange County District 3; Pamela Sible, District 5 Citizen of the Year; Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad, Orange County District 5.
Apopka's Pam Welker named District 2 Citizen of the Year
South Apopka community leader Pam Welker has been recognized as Orange County’s District 2 Citizen of the Year for her decades of hands-on service to families in need. Her work through Extended Hand Outreach continues to address food insecurity, provide essential resources, and improve quality of life across the community. more
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Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings.
Jerry Demings says the Legislature’s attack on home rule ‘has to change’
Orange County Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Demings says one of his top priorities, if elected governor, will be reversing the Florida Legislature’s expanding use of state preemption over local governments. more
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Orange County Community Conference to focus on stronger, smarter neighborhoods
Orange County will host its annual Community Conference on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 7:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Orange County Multicultural Center. For just $10 in advance ($12 on the day of the event), attendees can enjoy workshops, resource providers, giveaways, and meals while learning practical ways to strengthen their neighborhoods. more
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Orange County Clerk’s office hosts “Winter Wonderland Weddings”
The Orange County Clerk of Courts is offering festive “Winter Wonderland Weddings” this December, transforming the Downtown Orlando Courthouse ceremony room into a cozy holiday-themed venue for couples. Appointments and walk-ins are available throughout the month, with limited slots and standard marriage license requirements still in effect. more
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