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The Apopka Voice
Published September 03APD reports 20 arrests in the final week of August
The Apopka Police Department reported 20 arrests on 32 charges during the final full week of August. Charges included theft, battery, false imprisonment, child abuse, drug possession, and out-of-county warrants.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 02Eatonville puts off decision on higher fines for delayed data center
The Eatonville Town Council considered Tuesday whether to double the fine from $250 to $500 a day. Instead, council members decided to meet with the developer before making a decision.
VoxPopuli
Published September 02Nate Robertson out, Tuan Le in for House District 40, says GOP | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
Orange County's Republican State Executive Committee members "voted unanimously" for the Apopka entrepreneur to fill the ballot vacancy.
Bungalower
Published September 02The Courtesy Drops Reservation Schedule for 2026 Nightmare On Orange
Time to set the alarm on your phone, because these reservations fly away faster than Elphaba after shagging Fiyero. The Courtesy is bringing back its popular Nightmare on Orange Halloween takeover from Sept. 22 through Nov. 1, transforming the Winter Park cocktail bar with creepy…
Bungalower
Published September 02Enzian is Serving 13 Spooky Cocktails with Its 13+ Films of Halloween
Enzian Theater is bringing back its 13+ Films of Halloween in October, and this year the movies come with their own drink menu. Along with a month of horror screenings, Enzian’s Eden Bar will serve 13 Cocktails of Halloween, with drinks inspired by films in the lineup. That…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 02Before DeSanits nixed flock cameras, he approved funding them
In the past year, DeSantis has approved approximately $4.6 million in requests from local law enforcement agencies for license plate readers in connection with their illegal immigration enforcement efforts.
Bungalower
Published September 02Rollins, Bach Festival Society to Mark 25 Years Since September 11 at Knowles Chapel
Rollins College, the Bach Festival Society of Winter Park, and the City of Winter Park will come together Friday, Sept. 11, to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. “A 25th Anniversary Remembrance” begins at 6 p.m. inside Knowles Memorial Chapel on the Rollins…
Bungalower
Published September 02Orlando Science Center is Bringing Cosmic Concerts Back through December
After a popular summer run, Orlando Science Center is bringing its Cosmic Concerts back for four more nights this fall. Bungalower was at the first show of the summer series, which featured Taylor Swift, and apparently Orlando said “I don’t know about you, but I’m feeling”…
Bungalower
Published September 02Arby’s Has Lost the Meats on Colonial Drive
The Arby’s at 4025 E. Colonial Drive, near Bennett Road, has permanently closed. Bungalower confirmed the closure this week after visiting the restaurant, where a sign on the front door reads, “This restaurant is no longer open,” and directs customers to the Arby’s at 2600 S.…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 02Apopka to celebrate its 144th birthday Wednesday
The City will celebrate its 144th birthday with a public presentation on Wednesday, September 2. The Apopka Historical Society will lead the program from noon to 1 pm at the Apopka Community Center.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 02Opinion: 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…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 02Leadership Beyond the Likes: When Doing What is Right Means Standing Alone
Social-media reactions, headlines, and popular opinion cannot replace a careful understanding of the consequences of government decisions. True leadership means remaining grounded in faith, treating residents and businesses fairly, and accepting that doing what is right may…