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The intersection of Vick and Ponkan Road.
The conundrum of infrastructure improvements that's plaguing Apopka
300 residents came out last Monday to look at a potential new 600-acre development (Paulucci) along Vick and Ponkan roads. Here we saw the problem again – no money offered by the developer, city, or county for external roadway infrastructure improvements. 
Dedicated Orange County response team leads storm debris pickup following back-to-back hurricanes
A collaborative process begins immediately following a storm when Orange County Public Works crews monitor streets to assess high impact areas, review satellite images, and gather data.
Jessica M. Rodriguez is the newly appointed manager of the Orange County Medical Clinic.
Jessica M. Rodriguez, champion of health and community, appointed Orange County Medical Clinic Manager
Rodriguez will strive to accomplish these goals through increased community outreach, collaborative partnerships, and grants to expand services and comprehensive care through preventative measures.
Reducing Pedestrian Deaths: Orange County traffic safety experts focus on crossings
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that accidents involving pedestrians account for nearly 17% of all traffic fatalities annually.
Celebrate a special Valentine’s Day at the Orange County Courthouse
The ceremony will be held outside in front of the beautiful courtyard steps outside the iconic Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando for up to 30 couples.
SBA opens Business Recovery Center in Orange County: Disaster loans available for hurricane relief
Customer service representatives at the BRC will assist business owners in completing their disaster loan applications, accept documents for existing applications, and provide updates on an application’s status.
Virendra “Arune” Persaud and Abdiel Otero Ortiz saw a young boy by the on-ramp of Central Florida’s busy 417 toll-road on the east side of the county. He was clad in pajamas, tennis shoes and playing on a scooter.
Two ‘Heroes’ save a child from harm's way while working for Orange County Utilities
Virendra “Arune” Persaud and Abdiel Otero Ortiz routinely travel between the county’s water treatment plants, repairing and upgrading electrical systems. However, on a recent Friday, they saw a young boy by the on-ramp of Central Florida’s busy 417 toll road on the county's east side.
Getting Out of Debt: Financial Empowerment Center offers free counseling to Orange County residents
Held in-person as well as virtually, sessions with certified financial counselors focus on budgeting, increasing personal savings, paying down debt, improving credit scores and more.
Apopka Police Department and Orange County Public Schools are hoping to resolve the SRO budget standoff this week
The Apopka Police Department, Orange County Public Schools, and four other agencies remain in a standoff over funding for School Resource Officers.
Martin Luther King Jr.
Apopka and Orange County announce events to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Apopka and Orange County announce its schedule to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Zora Neale Hurston, and commemorate February as Black History Month.
Orange County Public Schools is hiring bus drivers and mechanics
School bus drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, creating a reliable bridge between home and education.
Orange County receives windfall amount in 2024 Tourist Development Tax
Current TDT reserves totals of nearly $417 million helps Orange County reinvest in community projects and programs to benefit residents and visitors such as community venues, cultural arts, and the Convention Center.
Cold weather conditions keep shelters in Apopka and Orange County open
With forecasts predicting potential bouts of chilly conditions, these shelters are crucial in ensuring that vulnerable residents have access to a safe refuge.