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Teresa Jones: Trailblazer for Future Generations
Despite the challenging odds as a single pregnant woman just entering the workforce, Teresa Jones never gave up on her dreams. Tenacity, faith and determination helped her stay the course and pursue a lifetime of public service. Born and raised in Orange County, Jones always held a deep sense of pride in her community....
2nd Annual MLK Day of Service Million Meal Pack a Huge Success
On January 20, 2025, the Orange County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Initiative participated in the U.S. Hunger 2nd Annual MLK Day of Service Million Meal Pack...
Protect Your Pet: Orange County Offers Free Rabies Vaccines and Microchipping
In an effort to promote a healthier pet population in the region, Orange County Animal Services is hosting free vaccination and microchipping events —...
New Start Program Aims to Stabilize Inmates with Mental Illness
It may seem unconventional but a program at the Orange County Jail involving yoga, arts and role-playing is helping inmates with mental illness reduce...
Community & Services
Teresa Jones: Trailblazer for Future Generations
Despite the challenging odds as a single pregnant woman just entering the workforce, Teresa Jones never gave up on her dreams. Tenacity, faith and determination helped her stay the course and pursue a lifetime...
2nd Annual MLK Day of Service Million Meal Pack a Huge Success
On January 20, 2025, the Orange County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Initiative participated in the U.S. Hunger 2nd Annual MLK Day of Service Million Meal Pack in collaboration with the Orlando Mayor’s Dr. Martin Luther King...
Protect Your Pet: Orange County Offers Free Rabies Vaccines and Microchipping
In an effort to promote a healthier pet population in the region, Orange County Animal Services is hosting free vaccination and microchipping events — Animal Rabies Vaccine and Microchipping (ARM) events — twice a quarter starting on February 26, 2025. “While our shelter pets are our priority, we’re also finding ways we can help...
Public Health & Safety
New Start Program Aims to Stabilize Inmates with Mental Illness
It may seem unconventional but a program at the Orange County Jail involving yoga, arts and role-playing is helping inmates with mental illness reduce the symptoms of depression and other disorders. Called New Start,...
Reducing Pedestrian Deaths: Orange County Traffic Safety Experts Focus on Crossings
In recent years Central Florida has had the dubious distinction as being one of the deadliest regions in the country for pedestrians, but Orange County engineers and planners are working hard to change that...
Orange County Steps Up to Make Pedestrian Safety a Top Priority
Accelerated Transportation Safety Program and Vision Zero Initiative Now Active For years, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has found that Orange County is the third-deadliest county for pedestrians in the state. In response to the dismal numbers, Orange County has undertaken several local, state and national initiatives to improve security...
Business
Demings Digest | February 2025
Greetings, What an exciting start to the year! Here at the Orange County Administration Offices, we celebrated newly installed public artwork on display at our Sculpture on the Lawn exhibit and opened our doors...
Reducing Pedestrian Deaths: Orange County Traffic Safety Experts Focus on Crossings
In recent years Central Florida has had the dubious distinction as being one of the deadliest regions in the country for pedestrians, but Orange County engineers and planners are working hard to change that...
Celebrate the Season of Savings: Four Ways to Save Money on Energy Costs
As we move towards cooler temperatures and the festivities of the holiday season, it’s the perfect time to consider taking steps to make your home more energy-efficient. This can lower your energy costs, and you can take advantage of federal and local programs designed to help you save. Here are four ways you can...