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Published September 24Rye Row by Olde Hearth Is Now Soft Open in Ivanhoe Village
Ivanhoe Village officially has a new place to grab a baguette. Rye Row by Olde Hearth is now soft open at 1231 N. Orange Avenue on Swanson’s Ivanhoe Row, bringing fresh breads, pastries, cookies, and coffee to the former House of Sploot space, which left the Row for a larger…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 24Central Florida advocates urge action on terminated TPS for Haitians
Advocates in Central Florida are urging for Haitians’ Temporary Protected Status to be restored.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 24Marion County board votes to consolidate Wyomina Park Elementary
The decision comes more than a month after the board delayed a vote following public outcry from parents, teachers and students.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 24Proposed firefighter contract includes $12,000 raises, pension increase and new pay incentives
A proposed three-year contract would give Apopka firefighters a $12,000 first-year raise, additional annual increases, and a uniform 4% pension accrual rate. Union members overwhelmingly ratified the agreement, which now awaits City Commission approval.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 24Brown, Crabb debate highlights different approaches to growth, spending in District 2
Orange County Commission District 2 candidates Kamia Brown and Mike Crabb agreed that infrastructure, traffic, water quality, and public safety are among the district's most pressing concerns. Their debate revealed sharper differences over growth, government spending, economic…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 24Survey finds mental health concerns remain high among young adults
In a UnitedHealthcare survey, 62% of college students and young adults not enrolled in college reported a mental or behavioral health concern in the past year. Dr. Danielle Madril recommends open conversations, careful use of AI tools, and greater awareness of professional and…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 23Drug warrants stand out in APD's weekly arrest report
Drug-related charges and warrants account for many entries in the Apopka Police Department's Sept. 13-19 arrest report. The report also lists battery, DUI, hit-and-run, and other charges, along with 1,645 calls for service during the week.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 23What’s streaming on Disney+ in October
Disney+ begins October with new seasons of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ and Adventure Time: Side Quests, followed by Marvel's VisionQuest on Oct. 14. The calendar also includes Halloween specials, the KATSEYE: WILD HEARTS film and live episodes of Dancing with the Stars.
South Lake Tablet
Published September 23Orlando Health South Lake Hospital to Host ‘Sip and Screen: Pink in Paris’ Event (Sept 30)
submitted by Adrian McDonald, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital Orlando Health South Lake Hospital will celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month with “Sip and Screen: Pink in Paris,” a Parisian-inspired evening focused on women’s wellness, early detection and breast health. The…
Bungalower
Published September 23After a Brutal Year, Orlando Shows Up for The Ren
Orlando’s arts community showed up for the Renaissance Theatre Company Tuesday night, with a little help from Broadway belts, drag royalty and at least one joke about Kristin Chenoweth’s forehead. The Ren held its annual Renaissance Gala at The Plaza Live on Sept. 22, its biggest…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 23Nearly 100 OCPS teachers face layoffs and district weighs future school closures
Six weeks into the school year, nearly 100 Orange County Public Schools employees are facing possible layoffs as the district grapples with the financial squeeze of shrinking enrollment.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 23Anderson alleges a political agenda behind the discretionary funds debate
Commissioner Nadia Anderson alleges that last Wednesday's debate over discretionary spending and a proposed amphitheater event was part of a broader political effort against her.