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Monthly BAT Days Initiative Connects Residents to Free Health, Recovery and Support Services

What began as one woman’s idea to expand access to STI testing has grown into a monthly collaboration that connects underserved residents with primary...

Reflecting Back, Looking Forward: Mayor Demings Reflects on Eight Years of Progress in Final State of the County

Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings delivered his final State of the County on June 5, reflecting on nearly eight years of growth, resilience...

Orange County Employee Celebrates 50 Years of Public Service

For most people, a 50-year career is a remarkable achievement. For Larkin Cockram, it represents five decades of helping Orange County evolve from a...

Orange County Lowers Heat Threshold, Expands Access to Cooling Locations with Free LYNX Rides

As Central Florida heads into the peak of summer, Orange County is taking additional steps to protect residents from extreme heat by lowering its...

Make Music Day Returns June 21 with Free Performances Across Orange County

Music will fill parks, museums, restaurants, theaters and other community spaces across Orange County on June 21 as residents join a global celebration of...

Whole Blood Program Saves Orange County Man After Crash

What started as a routine Sunday ride turned into a life-threatening moment that Kristopher Baker will never forget. “I’ve taken that road a million...

Build Your Hurricane Emergency Kit Now

Hurricane season is here, and Orange County is encouraging residents to take a simple but important preparedness step: build or refresh an emergency supply...

Early Hurricane Preparation Helps Families with Young Children Feel Safe and Ready

As hurricane season approaches, Orange County is encouraging families to begin preparing early — especially those with young children. Taking simple steps now can...

Early Hurricane Prep Key for Residents with Special Needs

As hurricane season approaches, Orange County officials are encouraging families with individuals who have special needs to begin planning early and consider registering for...