Examples of revitalized brownfields exist throughout Orange County
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Seminar highlights value in renovating brownfields
St. Johns District highlights Lake Apopka North Shore improvements
Projects are treating 1,500 acres for invasive species, Wildlife Drive upgrades
City unaware of downtown mosque, working on compliance
The city of Apopka was not aware of a downtown mosque’s presence until the applicant requested a special exception for the construction of a new mosque, according to Mayor Bryan Nelson. On Oct. 14,…
Families embrace new all-inclusive playground at Northwest Recreation Complex
The all-inclusive playground at the Northwest Recreation Complex has been well-received by Apopka families, who are enjoying the newest addition to the local community for its…
Orange County redistricting will impact 2026 elections
The redistricting of Orange County will add two new districts to the existing six and is poised to shake up the 2026 elections for the Orange County Board of County Commissioners. At…
Orange County to move forward with Vision 2050 despite new state law
Orange County plans to keep operating under its current comprehensive plan, taking, evaluating and handling development applications following pre-existing rules, even though a new state law nullified Vision 2050. The county announced its decision Monday, providing public…
Apopka meter-tampering ordinance takes effect; penalties include $250-$500 fines, service suspension
Apopka’s ordinance enacting fines for tampering with utility meters is now in effect after the City Council approved it last week. Per the adopted ordinance, the city will issue a $250 fine…
Foundation, STIHL to provide new battery-powered tools to 50+ state parks
A partnership between the Florida State Parks Foundation and STIHL will provide new battery-powered tools to more than 50 parks, from the panhandle to the Keys, as part…
Nelson edges Moore in Q3 cash dash; Aungst sticks to self-funding pledge
Incumbent Mayor Bryan Nelson out-raised challenger Christine Moore in contributions for the third quarter, but the Orange County District 2 commissioner collected more contributions than Nelson throughout their…
Per capita, health care considered as factors for Apopka commissioners’ pay
The Apopka City Council took up commissioner pay on Wednesday, reviewing factors such as per capita rate, health care costs, and a clear definition of the commissioners’ role and responsibilities. During the…
Per capita, health care considered as factors for Apopka commissioners’ pay Teresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council took up commissioner pay on Wednesday, reviewing factors such as per capita rate, health care costs, and a clear definition of the commissioners’ role and responsibilities. During the…
Apopka City Council approves charter referendum for March 2026 electionTeresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council took a step Wednesday toward bringing potential sweeping changes to City Hall, voting unanimously to put eight city charter amendments before voters in a referendum. The…
Planning Commission okays downtown Apopka mosque construction Teresa Sargeant
The Planning Commission voted unanimously on Tuesday to grant a special exception for the construction of a 6,436-square-foot downtown Apopka mosque. The mosque is proposed for an estimated 2-acre tract at 458…
UF/IFAS offers variety of November programs Teresa Sargeant
From garden tours and gardening classes to tips to learn as a first-time homebuyer, the UF/IFAS Extension Orange County is offering an assortment of programs during…
Apopka Florist to move, expand offerings to include café, content creation studioTeresa Sargeant
After almost five decades in the same Main Street location, Apopka Florist is moving into a new, larger space and expanding its services, continuing the shop’s…
Apopka cuts in half number of estimated water billsTeresa Sargeant
The city of Apopka has cut in half the number of estimated water bills it is sending out and aims to further cut the number to…
Anderson denounces stalking, harassment aimed at her and family Teresa Sargeant
Actions include cars circling home, attacks toward daughter
Apopka votes to extend joint planning agreement with Orange County Teresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council unanimously approved the fourth amendment of the joint planning area agreement (JPA) with Orange County, which entails a two-year extension on the…
Nelson to travel to Tallahassee to talk SB 180Teresa Sargeant
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson plans to travel to Tallahassee on Tuesday, Oct. 14, to meet with state lawmakers about controversial legislation that has riled local municipalities…
City Council approves fines for construction activity outside posted hoursTeresa Sargeant
The City Council unanimously adopted on Wednesday a resolution that establishes penalties for construction activity occurring outside of posted hours. According to the Oct. 1 City Council staff report, any contractor, subcontractor, property owner,…