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Eatonville town residents sue for clarity about future of historic Black school site
The school board attempted to sell 100 acres to a private interest intending to construct a mixed-use development, but objections from the Eatonville community forced the developer to call off the project.
BY: MICHAEL MOLINE - JULY 14, 2023 3:48 PM
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By Michael Moline, Florida Phoenix
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7/17/23
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I will certainly advocate diligently to bring some of this funding to District 2. This is important because my office has fielded calls to help elderly residents in South Apopka with large trees falling on their homes.
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner, District 2
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7/12/23
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The Orange County Board of County Commissioners has dedicated $26 million to provide Business Opportunities in Orange County for Support and Transformation (BOOST) for those impacted by COVID-19.
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From there Orange County Newsroom
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7/11/23
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Research suggests that many survivors of domestic violence cannot leave their abusers because they cannot afford child care.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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7/10/23
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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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Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a hit-and-run crash that occurred today on Ocoee Apopka Road and Demastus Lane in Ocoee.
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From the Florida Highway Patrol
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7/5/23
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The Apopka Community Redevelopment Area needs our undivided attention between now and January. I want to see the county’s CRA funding extended for 10 additional years.
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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6/26/23
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Artists of all levels, from emerging talents to established professionals, are encouraged to submit their original artwork inspired by the Hispanic heritage and culture.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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6/19/23
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The OTC Apopka Campus didn't happen easily or overnight. Practically every elected official in Northwest Orange County played a role in its acquisition or completion over the last decade.
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Orange County is one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States. The Bureau of Economic & Business Research estimates that by 2050, its population will increase by 700,000.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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6/13/23
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“This has been a year of significant achievements, record-breaking tourism numbers, and strong economic growth. It has also been a year of triumphs, hardships, and challenges that only Mother Nature could deliver."
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By Jake Bell, Interning Correspondent for The Apopka Voice
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6/12/23
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Deputies from the Orange County Sheriff's Office responded to a call in South Apopka that ultimately led them to discover a dead body.
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Several sentinel chickens from a single flock have tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus infection. The risk of transmission to humans has increased.
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It is empowering and encouraging to see our communities and corridors improve. All it takes is an engaged citizenry and a municipal government with sufficient dollars for proper maintenance.
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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5/31/23
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The Orange County Board of County Commissioners recently honored the first group of students who successfully completed the H2O Pipeline Program.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/25/23
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"Fortunately, in 2017, the City of Apopka created a CRA plan. This plan has many aspects and details, which, if followed, would result in a successful rebirth of downtown Apopka."
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The recycling quality improvement program is an ongoing program that encourages residents to change their recycling behavior by using four-week periods of tagging.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/24/23
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During the early morning hours of May 22nd, several Apopka Fire Department firefighter personal vehicles were burglarized at Fire Stations 3 and 4.
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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.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/24/23
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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.
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From the Florida Department of Health in Orange County
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5/23/23
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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.
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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.
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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.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/12/23
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Locally, Orange County’s Community Action Division oversees numerous social-service programs that empower low-income individuals and families toward economic stability.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/8/23
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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.
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