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The Apopka Voice
Published 12 hours agoMore than 30 Apopka firefighters complete Tunnel to Towers run despite storm
More than 30 Apopka firefighters joined Sunday's Tunnel to Towers run in New York City despite travel delays and stormy conditions. Former Fire Chief Chuck Carnesale called the group "relentless" in its commitment to honoring those lost on September 11.
The Apopka Voice
Published 13 hours agoNesta’s plan for Apopka resource center draws hope and caution from service groups
Mayor Nick Nesta invited Apopka service organizations to help shape a proposed resource center for people experiencing homelessness and other hardships. Participants welcomed the chance to coordinate their work but urged the city to set realistic goals and follow through.
Bungalower
Published 19 hours agoCity Hall’s Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibit Is Now On Display Downtown
Orlando City Hall is looking a little more colorful right now. The City of Orlando’s 20th annual Hispanic Heritage Month Art Exhibition is now on display at the Terrace Gallery, featuring work from 27 Hispanic visual artists from across Central Florida. The free exhibition runs…
Bungalower
Published 106 minutes agoÁjini Is Now Open on Ivanhoe Row, Bringing African Art and Fashion to the Neighborhood
Another new shop has officially joined Swanson’s Ivanhoe Row. Ájini, the African atelier we first told you about earlier this year, is now open at 1221 N. Orange Avenue, filling the space created when longtime neighbor Tim’s Wine Market downsized its footprint. When we first…
Union County Times
Published 18 hours agoTigers defeat state champs 3-1 in volleyball
Union County High School’s volleyball team defeated defending Rural Class state champion Branford 3-1 (25-16, 26-24, 25-27, 25-20) on Sept. 21 in Lake Butler. Mallory Waugh and Elizabeth Fowler had 29 and 22 assists as the Tigers handed the Buccaneers just their second loss of…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 27Apopka-Seminole rivalry loses its edge as Blue Darters fall 43-18
Apopka and Seminole once played games that helped shape the state championship races. Friday's 43-18 Seminole victory showed how much the matchup has changed.
Orange commissioners set to consider approval of e-bike rules
The proposed ordinance would establish speed limits and other rules for micromobility devices, plus penalties for violating them.
Portrait of a congressional district redrawn, as told by its voters
Redistricting has reshaped a key Central Florida district. So we hit the road to talk to voters about the issues that matter to them.
Positively Osceola
Published 12 hours agoSeaWorld Orlando’s “Miracles” Returns to a Christmas Celebration Filled With Holiday Favorites
ORLANDO, Fla. — For many Central Florida families, SeaWorld Orlando has long been one of the most beautiful and exciting theme parks to visit during the holidays. Its Christmas Celebration […]
The Apopka Voice
Published 13 hours agoOrange County approves $9 billion budget with $1.1 billion for public safety
Orange County commissioners approved a roughly $9 billion budget that directs more than $1.1 billion to the Sheriff's Office, Fire Rescue and Corrections. The county also set aside $19.5 million for affordable housing while warning that Amendment 3 could reduce future property…
The Apopka Voice
Published 13 hours agoFlorida gas prices jump 18 cents over the last week
Florida gas prices rose 18 cents last week before falling 6 cents over the weekend, AAA reported. The statewide average stood at about $4.37 per gallon on Sunday, roughly $1.42 more than a year earlier.
The Apopka Voice
Published 13 hours agoEverything coming to Netflix in October
Netflix's October schedule opens with Florence Pugh in East of Eden and later in the month brings Ben Affleck's Animals. Returning favorites include The Diplomat, Nobody Wants This, and Lupin, alongside horror films, documentaries, and a live darts event.