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Becker was a generational leader. People with his skill set usually skip municipal politics and aim for a fast track to a CEO role in a Fortune 500 company or a higher office.
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Thanks to that first Earth Day, we got the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and a bunch of other environmental regulations. We also got the EPA.
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By Craig Pittman, Florida Phoenix
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4/18/24
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As average temperatures rise across the U.S., heat illness is a growing safety and health concern for workers indoors and outdoors. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that environmental heat exposure claimed the lives of 36 workers in 2021 and 56 in 2020.
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From the US Department of Labor, OP/ED by Jeannie Economos of the Florida Farmworkers Association
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4/18/24
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The Apopka Police Department continues the Cookies & Milk with a Cop program, a heartwarming initiative to foster trust and camaraderie between the APD and the community.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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4/18/24
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According to recent trends, some brands have gained acceptance among the U.S. public, while some popular names have fallen to the bottom.
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By Silas Smith, Stacker
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4/18/24
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The average American family produces about 18 pounds of trash every day resulting in nearly 140 million tons of garbage filling U.S. landfills every year. In honor of Earth Month, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida is taking a stand.
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From Goodwill Industries of Central Florida
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4/17/24
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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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When households pay more than 30% of their income toward housing, the census calls those households “cost-burdened.”
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By Jessica Trounstine, Vanderbilt University
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4/17/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly arrest report that includes arrests, crashes, calls for service, and traffic citations. This report is for the week ending April 13th.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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4/17/24
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On Monday, April 15th at approximately 9:00 A.M., Hilary Patricia Ramos Acosta, a 26-year-old Hispanic female, 5’07”, 200 pounds, with brown eyes and dyed red hair, departed her residence on East Lisa Lane in Apopka.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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4/17/24
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According to Wallet Hub, Apopka is ranked #59 in the United States among small towns for starting a business. The study analyzed 1,334 small towns across the country.
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Enjoy a whimsical afternoon filled with fun entertainment, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and live music. Enjoy fancy cocktails at the libations lounge and shop the newest collections from your favorite vendors.
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From the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida
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4/16/24
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The report is trumpeted as a first-of-its-kind study showcasing how the 18 million acres of the Wildlife Corridor, which runs throughout the entire state, ease the worst impact of climate change.
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By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection
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4/16/24
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The Apopka Voice publishes a weekly burglary report from the Apopka Police Department that includes reported burglaries of businesses, residences, and vehicles.
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From the Apopka Police Department and Staff Reports
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4/16/24
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On Monday, April 15th at approximately 9:00 A.M., Hilary Patricia Ramos Acosta, a 26-year-old Hispanic female, 5’07”, 200 pounds, with brown eyes and dyed red hair, departed her residence on East Lisa Lane in Apopka.
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From the Apopka Police Department
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4/16/24
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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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Caterpillars are coming out in force because it’s a normal part of spring, Part of it may be due to all the fresh, new growth of leaves.
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From UF/IFAS
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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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Contacting Sunshine 811 is free and legally required before starting any digging project in Florida. The organization notifies utility companies of pending excavation projects so buried lines can be located and marked, allowing you to begin your dig project safely.
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From the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
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4/15/24
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British Swim School, the nation’s leading “learn-to-swim” franchise with a stellar 40-year track record, is thrilled to expand its locations with the grand opening on March 25th in Apopka.
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From the British Swim School
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4/15/24
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In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes six articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the new Vice Mayor of Apopka.
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From Staff Reports
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4/14/24
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Planet Fitness has firmly established itself as a top choice for those in search of a comfortable yet effective workout experience.
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The new law, HB 433, which takes effect on July 1, forbids the state or its political subdivisions from requiring any protections not mandated by state or federal law, even for their own contractors.
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By Michael Moline, Florida Phoenix
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4/14/24
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UF/IFAS experts give tips on how to manage the eastern lubber grasshopper, which can damage plants, citrus, and vegetables.
Eastern lubber grasshoppers are out in force throughout the …
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From UF/IFAS
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4/14/24
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The simplified filing process could eventually save Florida taxpayers more than $530 million in filing fees every year.
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By Trimmel Gomes, Florida News Connection
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4/14/24
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