4+ day, 14+ hour ago   (1184+ words) Related: Successful downtowns begin when cities decide to build something consequential- Part 2. I know what you might be thinking. How can Apopka afford this project when it’s challenged to balance its budget? Were you not at the last budget debate?...

6+ day, 14+ hour ago   (1337+ words) Thriving downtowns are not created by sidewalks, lighting, parks, or façade grants alone. They emerge when a city decides what should draw people to its center, makes a consequential public investment, and connects everything else to it. Smaller improvements become…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (396+ words) Florida drivers are paying slightly more at the pump as they head into the Labor Day holiday weekend. The state average price for regular unleaded gasoline is $3.89 per gallon, up 3 cents from last week. However, gas prices have remained relatively…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (437+ words) Orange County Animal Services saved more cats than 99% of animal shelters nationwide, according to a new analysis of shelter outcomes across the United States. Related: Orange County Animal Services warns of deadly dangers for pets left in hot cars. In…...

2+ week, 15+ hour ago   (121+ words) In case you missed it: Housing, homelessness and Apopka’s budget take center stage The Apopka Voice In case you missed it: Housing, homelessness and Apopka’s budget take center stage Apopka’s housing challenges dominated this week’s coverage as Southwick Commons opened…...

2+ week, 15+ hour ago   (457+ words) Hundreds gathered to celebrate Pastor James R. Doggette Sr. as he delivered his final sermon as senior pastor of Patmos Chapel. Mayor Nick Nesta presented Doggette with the Key to the City and proclaimed August 22 as Dr. James R. Doggette Sr. Recognition…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (832+ words) The city could provide or lease suitable land while churches, nonprofits, businesses, Orange County and philanthropic organizations share construction and operating costs. With professional management, clear residency expectations and connections to permanent housing, the village could give Apopka a coordinated…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (435+ words) Related: New UF/IFAS app helps Floridians choose plants and support pollinators. This 12-week resistance training class is designed for mid-life and older adults and includes progressive resistance training. This intermediate-level program will be led by Orange County Extension Agent…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (326+ words) Florida’s average gas price held near $3.86 per gallon during the past week, while the national average increased to $4.10. Crude oil rose to $87.06 per barrel, and gasoline futures climbed to $3.35 per gallon. Apopka prices ranged from approximately $3.65 to $3.83, according to the…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (1044+ words) Apopka Mayor Nick Nesta used his mayor’s report Wednesday night to outline several initiatives that could change how the city works with community organizations, structures its government, obtains legal services and reviews utility billing. Related: Developing Story: Commission votes 4-1 to…...