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Family of Apopka firefighter who died after work injury files lawsuit against city
Read full article: Family of Apopka firefighter who died after work injury files lawsuit against cityThe family of an Apopka firefighter who died in July 2022 weeks after being injured on the job has filed a lawsuit against the city.
‘What a circus:’ Tense moments as Apopka commissioners vote to censure mayor
Read full article: ‘What a circus:’ Tense moments as Apopka commissioners vote to censure mayorAt the Apopka City Council meeting Wednesday, commissioners sparred with Mayor Bryan Nelson before voting to censure him after weeks of allegations he lied about the employment status of the city’s former attorney.
Apopka city attorney resigns as residents push for mayor to follow
Read full article: Apopka city attorney resigns as residents push for mayor to followA petition lists dozens of reasons, claiming the mayor wants to be a dictator and refuses to hold anyone accountable for the death of a fallen firefighter.
Titusville man shot, killed mother’s boyfriend, police say
Read full article: Titusville man shot, killed mother’s boyfriend, police sayA suspect arrested Wednesday in a man’s shooting death at a Titusville home has been identified and is accused of premeditated first-degree murder, according to documents obtained Thursday.
Father of fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran speaks out during city council meeting
Read full article: Father of fallen Apopka firefighter Austin Duran speaks out during city council meetingMichael Duran, the father of fallen firefighter Austin Duran, spoke during public comment at the Apopka city council meeting on Wednesday.
‘Austin would still be here:’ Father discusses Apopka firefighter’s death, investigation
Read full article: ‘Austin would still be here:’ Father discusses Apopka firefighter’s death, investigationApopka Mayor Bryan Nelson addressed internal and external investigations into the death of firefighter Austin Duran at a news briefing on Wednesday.
Judge rules in favor of affordable housing project at Apopka City Center
Read full article: Judge rules in favor of affordable housing project at Apopka City CenterA judge said the City of Apopka violated Florida law and ruled in favor of a developer who wants to build affordable housing units at the new City Center.
‘They support the community:’ Apopka restaurant raises money for injured firefighter
Read full article: ‘They support the community:’ Apopka restaurant raises money for injured firefighterCalvin Thomas, a retired Orlando police officer was among numerous supporters rallying for Austin Duran's speedy recovery.
Apopka leaders hold special public meeting on possible Camp Wewa purchase
Read full article: Apopka leaders hold special public meeting on possible Camp Wewa purchaseAPOPKA, Fla. – Apopka city leaders held a special meeting to hear from the community on possibly buying Camp Wewa. It sits on three lakes and has several amenities, including a pool, climbing wall and an archery range. City leaders unanimously voted during the city council meeting on Wednesday to apply for a $1 million state grant to help cover purchasing and operation costs. Nelson said the city is also crunching the numbers to come up with the funds, including selling two pieces of city owned land on Harmon Road. The city conducted a survey to get the community’s thoughts on buying Camp Wewa.
‘It’s a treasure that we sure don’t want to lose:’ Apopka leaders consider buying Camp Wewa to save from development
Read full article: ‘It’s a treasure that we sure don’t want to lose:’ Apopka leaders consider buying Camp Wewa to save from developmentMayor Bryan Nelson said the city is working around the clock doing what it can to save Camp Wewa. The city is also waiting for an appraisal for both the Camp Wewa and Harmon Road properties. Click or tap here to take the city’s Camp Wewa Survey. AdThe Apopka City Commission is holding a special public meeting on Wednesday, February 3 to discuss the proposed acquisition of Camp Wewa. News 6 reached out to the YMCA for a statement regarding Camp Wewa, read their message below.
As some Orlando-area businesses face COVID-19 closures, new ones move forward with plans to open
Read full article: As some Orlando-area businesses face COVID-19 closures, new ones move forward with plans to openAPOPKA, Fla. As the pandemic wears on, many established businesses are struggling to stay open, while others are moving forward with plans to open new ones. Despite a rise in coronavirus cases statewide, Joe Lampp plans to formally open his new axe-throwing business, called My Axes Place, this weekend at its location at 50 E. 5th St. in Apopka. I gave up my construction job, I remodeled houses and I stopped doing that, and Im doing this. I dont like to be told No.The Department of Bureau Labor Statistics says 20% of businesses fail in their first year. Lampp doesnt mind staring down the old challenges of opening a new business during a pandemic.
Juneteenth marked by peaceful protests demanding equality
Read full article: Juneteenth marked by peaceful protests demanding equalityWhile Juneteenth represents the end of slavery for African Americans, some people say, there's still a long way to go when it comes to equality. Along John Young Parkway in Orlando, protesters were quiet and let their signs do the talking. As an African American man that resides in Apopka, it's hard to feel free when you see what's going on," said Simmons. Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson also joined the march, saying he’s glad to see young people getting involved in a peaceful way on Juneteenth. The Museum of African American History & Culture in Parramore is hosting a celebration for 2020 high school graduates.