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"When Apopka’s application was returned to the county a few weeks ago, while extremely well written and documented as to its benefits, there was a much larger request for $13 million. I have never seen a smaller municipality receive this large one-time grant."
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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5/14/24
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To apply, citizens can complete a Career interest Survey or visit one of the eight Community Centers across Orange County.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/14/24
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Seniors and special needs residents require extra care, especially during a hurricane, flood, or tornado. Crafting an easy-to-understand action plan that works for a family’s unique needs is important.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/13/24
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Well-maintained trees can shield homes during severe weather. With the 2024 hurricane season starting June 1st, Orange County urges homeowners to proactively protect their property before blustery weather blows into town.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/12/24
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This program provides low-income seniors (60+) with air conditioner replacement, service or system upgrades.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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5/9/24
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May in Orange County features Mother's Day, Memorial Day, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Hurricane Preparedness.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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5/8/24
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"We broke up into three teams to better discuss the tactics Deland employed. We discussed who could be responsible for similar improvements. We learned Deland was intentional about collaboration."
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"I could never have imagined what Deland looked like today after beginning its revitalization in 1985." Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore's two-part series on the transformation of Deland.
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By Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore
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5/6/24
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Law enforcement agencies will conduct a two-week high-visibility crosswalk enforcement campaign from Tuesday, April 30 to Friday, May 10th, across six Central Florida counties.
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From Operation Best Foot Forward
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4/29/24
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The Office for a Drug-Free Community is one of 17 agencies encouraging residents to surrender their old and unused prescription medicines at one of these locations across Orange County.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/24/24
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The rewrite of its zoning ordinances accompanies its efforts to roll out a new comprehensive plan called Vision 2050, which will guide development patterns over the next 30 years.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/23/24
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A major goal of the Consumer Protection Office is to be proactive and educate consumers. It provides workshops and seminars that teach residents about best practices and how to protect against fraud.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/21/24
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On April 9th, the Best Foot Forward for Pedestrian Safety coalition and Orange County Sheriff's Office conducted a crosswalk enforcement operation at Apopka-Vineland Road and 1st Street.
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From Best Foot Forward
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4/17/24
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The Lake Apopka Loop Trail is one of Northwest Orange County's most popular outdoor destinations. The multi-use trail encompasses almost 15 miles of stunning landscapes and trails.
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From Staff Reports
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4/15/24
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Although she’s fostered over 900 abandoned cats and kittens since 2009, Beth Otto admits she wasn’t always a cat lover.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/15/24
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Over the past five years, the programs in Orange County have funded the rehabilitation of more than 1,000 rental units, provided rental assistance to hundreds of households, built new community centers and health clinics, boosted the supply of affordable housing, and much more.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/7/24
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It has been three years since the COVID pandemic, but its effects, international conflicts, and inflationary pressures still make it difficult for governments to obtain goods and services.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/4/24
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Operation Green Light is being held statewide from April 6-20th. This initiative aims to help thousands of people with overdue traffic tickets or criminal fines whose driver's licenses have been suspended.
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From the Orange County Clerk's Office
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4/4/24
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Recently, that spirit of diversity in Orange County was in the national spotlight thanks to Netflix’s hit show, Somebody Feed Phil.
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By Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings
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4/3/24
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This free forum will provide information and answer questions about public records, court records, sealing, and expungement. Featured topics will include what type of documents are public records and how to request them.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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4/1/24
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Too many ordinary citizens in District 2 do not feel empowered. We must restructure smaller interdependent teams based on neighborhoods and local areas so all feel welcome. In essence, we must become …
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By Christine Moore, Orange County Commissioner/District 2
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3/27/24
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The award highlighted the shelter’s cruelty investigations and mitigation programs, community action team, spay and neuter program, the pneumovirus outbreak response, and outreach and education initiatives.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/26/24
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Since 2020, Homes in Partnership has built and provided homes to 157 individuals and families in Lake, Marion, Orange, and Sumter counties, with an additional 65 planned for 2024 – 2025.
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From Homes in Partnership
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3/21/24
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Aligned with Orange County’s Sustainable Operations & Resilience Action Plan, the project underscores the county’s dedication toward 100% clean, renewable energy by 2035.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/19/24
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Observed annually throughout April, the campaign champions early childhood literacy by inviting area residents to Head Start centers for classroom reading.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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3/14/24
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