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The idea is to assist people who need a boost and provide them with help for a more stable environment including employment, educational resources, and affordable housing.
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From Orange County Corrections
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9/21/23
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On October 14th, Orange County will host its in-person Community Conference , an annual event that provides residents an opportunity to learn about innovative ways to improve neighborhoods. …
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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9/14/23
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In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Orange County Government and the Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County today announced a month-long celebration.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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9/13/23
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Since July, the Orange County Small Business BOOST program has processed some 2,500 applications, with many more in the queue.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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9/6/23
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Idalia was a Category-4 Hurricane that slammed into the Big Bend region with 100+mph winds. For the most part, Orange County was spared its wrath, but was our county ready?
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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9/4/23
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The county’s ordinance changes deal mainly with developing new properties. So, there should be no fear of over-regulation and these updated ordinances impacting existing residential areas.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner District 2
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9/3/23
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On Tuesday, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signed an Executive Order to put Orange County into a State of Emergency, but now it's back to business.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/30/23
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Due to rainfall from Hurricane Idalia, the Florida Department of Health in Orange County reminds residents and visitors of the importance of protecting themselves against mosquito-borne diseases.
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From the Florida Department of Health in Orange County
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8/30/23
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On Tuesday, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings signed an Executive Order to put Orange County into a State of Emergency with Hurricane Idalia on a projected path through Florida.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/29/23
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Based on this morning’s forecast, sustained wind speeds will exceed 35 MPH on the west side of Orange County and as a result there will be no school for students on Wednesday, August 30th.
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From Orange County Public Schools
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8/29/23
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The Florida Department of Health in Orange County urges the public to avoid carbon monoxide exposure by taking precautions with gas-powered appliances and charcoal or gas grills.
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From the Florida Department of Health/Orange County
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8/28/23
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The task force was charged with re-examining the 2021 report and making modifications. The goal was to identify solutions and strategies to reduce and prevent gun violence and violent crime.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner District 2
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8/22/23
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Many local business owners are still struggling as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In order to assist them, Orange County has introduced the Small Business BOOST program.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/17/23
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Orange County has been recognized as a Tree City USA municipality for 16 consecutive years, one of the longest active streaks in the nation.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/14/23
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Solar co-ops are making it easier for Americans to choose solar energy to power their homes, and the Orange County 2023 Solar Co-op is currently open to all County municipalities, residents, and small businesses.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/10/23
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Dangerously hot and humid conditions have continued across the state of Florida this summer, and heat index values have regularly climbed into the triple digits.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/9/23
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The forum will include the roles and responsibilities of the Clerk’s Office, Court Administration, and guardianship attorneys, and an interactive question and answer session.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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8/8/23
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Residents that have found stray pets are encouraged to take steps to reunite them with the owner prior to bringing them to the shelter.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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8/7/23
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The site also provides habitat for the threatened gopher tortoise, American black bear, and many species of birds, such as the Pileated woodpeckers and American kestrel.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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8/3/23
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The checks listed are those that were mailed but never cashed, perhaps because the intended recipient moved away and did not leave a forwarding address or put the check away and forgot about it.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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8/2/23
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Utilizing history, economic development, art, fully functioning CRAs, great chambers of commerce, and strong local governments are the secret sauce to improving downtowns.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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8/1/23
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This is the third of a four-part series from District 2 Orange Commissioner Christine Moore about effective downtowns and preserving history.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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7/25/23
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This Main Street approach is particularly effective where existing assets such as older and historic buildings can be leveraged.
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After returning from the Florida Main Street Conference, Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore, District 2, determined that she must endeavor to champion a few more elements for the preservation of our unique history and create a sense of place for future generations.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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7/23/23
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Penny Seater, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka: “Some of us inherit wealth, and some of us inherit poverty,” Seater said. “It’s by no choice of our own. Usually, it’s where you were born.”
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By Jake Bell, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice
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7/17/23
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