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The Apopka Voice
Published September 08Orange County increases mosquito surveillance and encourages residents to take preventive action
Orange County has increased mosquito surveillance and targeted treatments following reports of elevated West Nile virus activity and a locally acquired dengue case. Officials are asking residents to help reduce the risk by eliminating standing water and taking precautions against…
South Lake Tablet
Published September 07Former President and Nobel Peace Laureate Óscar Arias Joins Global 24 Hours for PEACE Initiative (Sept 20-21)
The Rotary IMPACT Club of Orlando will host its inaugural 24-Hour Coming Together for PEACE event on September 20–21, 2026, in recognition of the United Nations International Day of Peace, bringing together participants from around the world in a continuous 24-hour celebration of…
VoxPopuli
Published September 076 Takeaways from the West Orange Property Tax Town Hall | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Orange County Tax Collector says Amendment 3 will save homeowners money — but cautions, with non ad valorem fees, some may end up with even higher tax bill
The Apopka Voice
Published September 07Opinion: Apopka’s CRA has the money... now it needs a transformative mission - Part 1
The Apopka CRA has completed meaningful trail, housing, park, and pedestrian projects while accumulating approximately $6.13 million in reserves and carryover funding. As the agency seeks seven more years to complete its work, it must connect those investments through a…
Positively Osceola
Published September 07Gatorland’s Gator Night Shine Takes Guests Into the Swamp After Dark
ORLANDO, Fla. — When the sun goes down, the swamp comes alive at Gatorland, where adventurous guests can encounter hundreds of glowing red eyes during the park’s after-hours Gator Night […]
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 07Jumping into the lake? Watch out for brain-eating amoebas
The Department of Health is reminding people who are active in Florida’s freshwater to wear nose clips to avoid infections by a brain-eating amoeba presently active.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 07The connection between Apopka, Labor Day, and 1882
Labor Day and incorporated Apopka share a remarkable connection: Both trace their beginnings to the first week of September 1882. From Rock Springs and Wekiwa Springs to free admission at Leu Gardens and restaurant specials, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday close…
South Lake Tablet
Published September 05Spotlight Shines on The Cat Cafe – Jean Luc’s 10th Anniversary Reflections: Ten Years, Thousands of Lives Changed
submitted by Jean Luc, Spokescat, Orlando Cat Cafe 🐾 Ten years. That’s a very long time in the life of a cat. Why, I’ve personally aged at least… well, let’s just say I’ve become considerably more distinguished. But ten years is also a long time in the life of a dream. And when…
FlaglerLive
Published September 05Economic Development Group Join Opposition to Amendment 3
The Florida Economic Development Council and the Orlando Economic Partnership (OEP) both issued statements denouncing the November ballot measure that would raise the homestead exemption to $250,000 by 2028 and gut local government general fund revenue.
VoxPopuli
Published September 05Windermere haggles over holiday funding in budget hearing | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Unanimously seeks to maintain current millage rate.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 04The Senior Advisors Difference: Medicare Guidance That Doesn’t End After Enrollment
Senior Advisors helps clients understand Medicare, compare coverage options, find potential savings and navigate changes with free, ongoing guidance.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 04New affordable housing units are coming to Pine Hills
Nearly 100 new affordable housing units are coming to Pine Hills.