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Daily Ridge
Published September 16Florida Attorney General Charges Man Who Allegedly Sexually Exploited An 8 Yr Old Child In Polk & Orange Counties
A 34-year-old man is facing charges that could send him to prison for life after investigators say he sexually abused a child under the age of 12, recorded the abuse and possessed child sexual abuse material. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced Tuesday that Rafiq…
VoxPopuli
Published September 16Orange County Supervisor of Elections introduces grab-n-go voter registration drive kits | Vox Populi - Winter Garden, FL
The hope is to reach areas of the county that don't receive a lot of attention, says Orange County Supervisor of Elections Karen Castor Dentel.
El Osceola Star
Published September 16Jonas Brothers regresan la gira “Burning Up” a 45 ciudades de Norteamérica este otoño
Orlando, FL — Los Jonas Brothers vuelven a conquistar el mundo con su gira. Tras el éxito arrollador de sus conciertos con entradas agotadas en el Madison Square Garden, Kevin,…
Bungalower
Published September 16Peace Day in the Park Returns to Winter Park This Saturday
If your Saturday morning could use a little more peace, Peace Day in the Park is taking over Central Park in Winter Park this weekend with a free morning of music, art, yoga and community connection. Hosted by the Peace and Justice Institute, the event runs from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 16Orange County plans a moratorium on AI data centers
Orange County is on track to join the growing list of Florida counties and municipalities hitting the brakes on water- and power-guzzling AI data centers.
Bungalower
Published September 15Winter Park Drops Lake Baldwin From Paid Parking Pilot Days After Approval
Well, that changed quickly. Just days after the Winter Park City Commission voted to move forward with paid parking at Lake Baldwin Park and Dinky Dock, the city has removed Lake Baldwin Park from the proposed pilot. Winter Park announced Tuesday that staff had been made aware of…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15One day, three meetings: Apopka confronts growth, taxes and its downtown future
Three meetings on Wednesday will offer a wide-ranging look at the forces shaping Apopka's future. City officials will review proposed development, adopt the FY2026-27 budget, and decide whether the Community Redevelopment Agency should receive seven more years to complete its…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 15Public safety leaders urge Floridians to vote no on Amendment 3
Florida public safety leaders raised concerns about Amendment 3, saying changes to the homestead exemption could leave local governments with less money for police, fire and emergency response.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15Florida lawmakers press AHCA for answers as KidCare expansion remains stalled
Florida lawmakers are seeking answers about when--or whether--the state will implement a legislatively approved expansion of Florida KidCare. The expansion would extend subsidized coverage to children in families earning up to 300% of the federal poverty level, but litigation…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15Orange County celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural events
Orange County Government and the Hispanic Heritage Network of Orange County are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural exhibitions, student awards, and other community events. The 2026 celebration carries the theme "Unidos, Somos Más," meaning "Together, We Are More."
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15Are food recalls becoming more common? UF expert puts the numbers in perspective
A steady stream of recall notices and social media posts may make the nation's food supply seem less safe, but a UF/IFAS expert says current recall numbers are generally consistent with previous years. Consumers should review the specific products, brands, and lot numbers…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 15Vehicle break-ins dominate Apopka’s weekly burglary report
The Apopka Police Department reported five burglaries during the week of September 6-12. Four involved vehicles, while the fifth was reported at a commercial property on South Orange Blossom Trail.