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The March report from the Consumer Price Index data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reflects the most severe impacts of the global disruptions in energy and food markets caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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By Lauren Liebhaber, and researched By Emma Rubin of stacker.com
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4/30/22
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On April 25th, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors unanimously approved the mission statement for its launch of a foundation.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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4/27/22
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Thousands of trucking positions are open across the state, per the Florida Trucking Association, while the country’s trucker shortage is contributing to ongoing supply chain issues.
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By Cindy Cummings
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4/26/22
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Florida’s housing market in March and 1Q 2022 showed the impact of rising mortgage rates, increased home prices and a shortfall of for-sale supply, with fewer closed sales compared to a year ago.
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From Florida Realtors
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4/24/22
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Natural gas is an odorless, combustible mixture of simple hydrocarbon compounds, usually found deep in underground reservoirs. In its natural state, it is the cleanest-burning fossil fuel.
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From the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
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4/21/22
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Jackson's program has led to residents across Florida finding themselves a safe place to work through their hardships. For the 53,000 people who call Apopka home, this ranch may be the perfect place to saddle up for their next adventure.
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By Katelyn Colley, Interning Correspondent with The Apopka Voice
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4/20/22
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The study, Pesticides, and Environmental Injustice in the USA: Root Causes, Current Regulatory Reinforcement, and a Path Forward, is the first-ever comprehensive assessment of U.S. disparities in pesticide protections and oversight.
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From the Farmworkers Association of Florida
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4/19/22
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Guests will enjoy Kona Poké’s complete menu of healthy and delicious Hawaiian-style poké bowls with fresh sushi-grade fish, and house sauces, and over 40 fresh ingredients to choose from, including vegan, gluten-free and cooked options.
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From Kona Poke
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4/18/22
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Apopka means business, according to Wallet Hub. The financial website released its 2022 Best & Worst Small Cities to Start a Business, and Apopka ranked 50th in the nation.
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From Wallet Hub
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4/18/22
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The price of gas is largely to blame for America’s recent, 40-year-high inflation rate of 8.5%. Driven by up by covid-related supply chain issues and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it handily topped the list of consumer goods that saw the biggest year-over-year price bumps in 2022.
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By Zachary Crockett, The Hustle
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4/18/22
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The pricing represents a big 39 percent drop from only last month, according to Insider, when lumber was trading for as much as $1,357 per thousand board feet at its high for the month.
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From therealdeal.com
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4/17/22
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In Florida, a family of four will spend an average of $15,232 on housing per year, the 13th highest amount among states, according to the EPI's Family Budget Calculator.
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By Samuel Stebbins, 24/7 Wall St. via The Center Square
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4/17/22
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What is behind this trend? Why are craft cocktails becoming so popular? And how is the industry changing as a result?
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By Olivia Parkinson
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4/12/22
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Take a UF/IFAS class and learn to build a bat house, make the most of your rental (and rental assistance), raise chickens in your backyard and more!
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From UF/IFAS
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4/11/22
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The federal tax filing deadline this year is Monday, April 18th. That's the day by which you must have filed your 2021 individual return and paid any remaining federal income taxes owed for last year.
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From UF/IFAS
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4/11/22
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Mobile home parks provide affordable housing for millions of low-income residents — including seniors on fixed incomes — to own homes while renting the land underneath.
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By Ariana Figueroa, Florida Phoenix
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4/10/22
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Goodwill Industries of Central Florida’s virtual Job Connection team is hosting a free webinar for job seekers on effective job search techniques.
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From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
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4/10/22
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There has been a growing interest in purchasing foreclosed properties as traditional housing market inventories have become limited. This forum will help you navigate the process.
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From the Orange County Clerk of Courts
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4/7/22
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It is the second City Center groundbreaking event held in 2022. In February, Brew Theory and Starbucks put shovel-to-ground to announce their arrival in Apopka.
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This special campaign, inspired by the destination’s longtime area code, encourages residents to support their favorite restaurants, bars, shops, boutiques, services, and other locally owned businesses by sharing posts and photos on their social media channels using the hashtag #407Day.
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From the Orange County Newsroom
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4/6/22
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The share of workers voluntarily leaving their jobs escalated from a fairly typical 2.3% in January 2021 to new record highs of 2.8% last April, 2.9% in September, and 3.0% in December, per Federal Reserve data.
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By Mark Dent, The Hustle
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4/6/22
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Permaculture is simply working with nature instead of working against it. An example of working with nature is knowing your microclimates, and by that, I mean understanding the growing conditions and how they differ on your property.
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By Andre the Farmer
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3/28/22
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As eaters, we can work to make sure the food we buy isn’t exploiting farmworkers. How? By supporting farmworker-led food programs, campaigns and opportunities, as shared here.
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From Staff Reports and Farmworkers Association of Florida
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3/27/22
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When it comes to sampling Italian cuisine, it doesn’t get much better than a visit to Caffe Positano in Apopka; the self-confessed watchwords of this establishment are Passion and Perfection - …
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By Mitchel Russo
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3/24/22
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If you’re struggling with getting and keeping loyal customers, or just want some new tips for improvement, then you’ve come to the right place.
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By Olivia Parkinson
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3/21/22
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