News across Orange County
If Florida ends school rules for vaccines, a new study predicts a wave of measles nationwide
The disease was declared eliminated from the US in 2000, but outbreaks have increased in recent years as vaccine skepticism rises.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29DRC to review housing lots, charter school revision and community park
Apopka's Development Review Committee will consider residential plans, a charter school revision and an amenity park Wednesday morning. The agenda also includes access roads near State Road 429 and applications for three community events.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Insurance costs eclipse property tax worries for Central Florida homeowners
Property insurance is a bigger worry than property taxes for 62% of Central Florida homeowners, according to a new University of North Florida poll. The survey also found widespread dissatisfaction with insurance reforms and substantial premium increases.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Water conservation rebates open early for Apopka-area groups and properties
Local governments, small utilities, homeowners associations, and multifamily properties can apply early for the St. Johns River Water Management District's water conservation rebates. The program covers up to half of eligible project costs, with a $10,000 annual limit per…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29APD responds to burglaries at a business, a home and two vehicles
Apopka police responded to four burglary incidents during the week of Sept. 20-26. The reports involved a business, a residence, and two vehicles.
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 29Orange County moves toward new rapid transit plan
Commissioners agreed that a new plan presented to them could address the county’s public transit issues.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29Everything streaming in October
October brings a new lineup of shows and movies to streaming services, along with returning favorites. Use this guide to find what's arriving and when.
The Apopka Voice
Published September 29The Ultimate Florida Relocation Guide: Pros, Cons, and Hidden Living Costs
Considering a move to Florida? Explore the pros, cons, and hidden costs of relocating, from taxes and insurance to pest control, utilities, HOA fees, tolls, and auto expenses.
Bungalower
Published September 29Trader Joe’s Halloween Mini Totes Drop Tomorrow. You’ve Been Warned.
At various points in history, we, as a society, have decided certain things are worth losing our minds over. Stanley cups. Labubus. And, apparently, tiny grocery bags. Trader Joe’s is dropping its limited-edition Halloween Mini Canvas Totes on Wednesday, Sept. 30, which means the…
Central Florida Public Media
Published September 29NASA and Boeing committed to Starliner astronaut missions after capsule fixes
The agency is working with Boeing to fix its Starliner capsule, with a crewed flight planned for 2028.
Bungalower
Published September 29Opera Orlando Opens Its Season with ‘Madame Butterfly’ This Weekend
Opera Orlando is kicking off its 2026-27 season this weekend with one of the most famous operas in the repertoire, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly. The new production takes over Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for three performances: Friday, Oct. 2 and…
Bungalower
Published September 29Ájini 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…