King believed that racism in America meant we weren't living up to our own ideals. At the very core of the Declaration of Independence and at the center of American life was the belief that “all men are created equal.” more

The tragedy of segregation, Jim Crow, low-paying jobs, and lack of opportunity demands the best answer possible for South Apopka. Residents deserve equitable government services and equal opportunities.   more

With the qualifying week for the 2022 Apopka elections fast approaching, and election day only 78 days out, only five candidates are running for the four seats up for grabs in 2022. more

Opinion By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix I grew up playing on the beaches near Pensacola — splashing in the surf, collecting shells, building sandcastles. To me, those shimmering white … more

Editor's Note: Chuck Carnesale, the former Apopka Fire Chief from 2016-2019, sent The Apopka Voice a letter to the editor clarifying his opinion on the two-person squad trucks used by the AFD during … more

Editor's Note: After reading Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson's remarks in The Apopka Voice about the Apopka Fire Department, its two-person staffing fire of apparatus, two-person squads, and the motives of … more

Opinion By Marc Gusev Mortgage rates in Florida, much as you’d expect anywhere else on the coast, are fluctuating. But why is this? It’s all to do with a perfect storm of global and … more

Opinion By Cindy Cummings Florida has always been a place where veterans come to settle. USA Today reports that the state ranks third in the national rankings, with 1.44 million veterans … more

Are there lessons from the snails for dealing with other invasive species? Opinion By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix We Floridians have so much to be proud of. Our beaches often rank at or … more

Opinion By Christina William It is often difficult to initiate discussions of racism, discrimination, and sexism with kids. This does not imply that such conversations must not be carried out … more