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Orange County Encourages Residents to Properly Use Sandbags when Preparing for a Hurricane
June 1 marked the beginning of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. Orange County residents are encouraged to take a number of storm preparedness steps prior to a hurricane to reduce possible damage to their homes. One of the most effective tools for reducing water intrusion in your home during a hurricane is the proper use […]
Read MoreMental Health Clinicians Participate in Mock Fire Rescue Event to Aid First Responders
Orange County Fire Rescue Department (OCFRD) recently partnered with the Florida Firefighters Safety and Health Collaborative to host the Clinician Awareness Program. This statewide...
Read MoreLocal Residents Honored at 2018 Orange County Community Conference
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) recognized several Community Champions and the Distinguished Citizen of the Year at...
Read MoreOrange County Encourages Tree Trimming in Preparation for Hurricane Season
June 1 marked the beginning of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. In preparation, Orange County homeowners are being advised to keep their trees trimmed...
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Orange County Encourages Residents to Properly Use Sandbags when Preparing for a Hurricane
June 1 marked the beginning of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. Orange County residents are encouraged to take a number of storm preparedness steps prior to a hurricane to reduce possible damage to their homes. One of the most effective tools for reducing water intrusion in your home during a hurricane is the proper use […]
Read MoreLocal Residents Honored at 2018 Orange County Community Conference
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) recognized several Community Champions and the Distinguished Citizen of the Year at the 2018 Community Conference held on July 14 at the Renaissance Senior Center. For 23 years, the conference has been recognizing outstanding residents and their contributions in Orange County. Col. Edwin […]
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Orange County Encourages Tree Trimming in Preparation for Hurricane Season
June 1 marked the beginning of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season. In preparation, Orange County homeowners are being advised to keep their trees trimmed and healthy. If maintained properly, healthy, mature trees can help shield your home during a storm. Keeping them professionally pruned will allow hurricane force winds to pass through them, as this […]
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Mental Health Clinicians Participate in Mock Fire Rescue Event to Aid First Responders
Orange County Fire Rescue Department (OCFRD) recently partnered with the Florida Firefighters Safety and Health Collaborative to host the Clinician Awareness Program. This statewide initiative provides education on the hazards of fire service and helps clinicians relate to firefighters. The two-day event took place at the Valencia Fire Training Institute in Orange County on June […]
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Boston Strong Survivor Named Honor Athlete in Orange County Fire Rescue 343 Hero Challenge
As a survivor of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, Lee Ann Yanni is not just strong, she is Boston Strong. In recognition of her strength and resilience, Orange County Fire Rescue firefighters recently named Yanni as their 343 Hero Challenge Honor Athlete. The 343 Hero Challenge is an annual event that combines cross-functional athletic tests […]
Read MoreCentral Florida Fire Rescue Personnel Boldly Fight Pediatric Cancer at Johnny’s BIG Shave
For the ninth year, Orange County Fire Rescue (OCFR) engineer Steve Kibler embarked on his annual tradition of shaving his head under the watchful guise of family and friends at St. Baldrick’s signature Central Florida event, Johnny’s BIG Shave. Kibler was joined by another 120 “shavees” from his team at OCFR Station 2057 with the […]
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Orange County Government Celebrates Community Collaboration with the National Entrepreneur Center
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined the Central Florida business community for the Celebration of Collaboration Breakfast hosted by the National Entrepreneur Center (NEC)...
Read MoreWyndham Destinations Brings 200 New Jobs to Orange County
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined Florida Gov. Rick Scott to announce that Wyndham Destinations, Inc. has selected Orange County for their new global...
Read MoreMayor Teresa Jacobs Discusses State of Orange County with West Orange Chamber of Commerce
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs was a panelist at the West Orange Chamber of Commerce’s (WOCC) annual Mayoral Update Luncheon on May 23. The...
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