Community & Services
Nurturing the NextGen: Orange County Building Safety Inspectors Judge National Technical Skills Competition
Three inspectors from the Orange County Division of Building Safety recently volunteered as judges at the SkillsUSA Florida Region 3 competition held on February 19, 2025, at Osceola Technical College in Kissimmee, Fla. The event brought together students specializing in various construction skills, including framing and plumbing, to showcase their abilities in a competitive setting. […]
“Road Diet” Strategy for Safer Roadway Configuration
Many of Orange County’s busiest thoroughfares were developed decades ago when cars ruled the road, but in recent years people have changed how they...
One-Year Milestone of Orange County Solar Installation Celebrated
Ahead of National Solar Appreciation Day, March 14, Orange County officials gathered to commemorate the one-year milestone for the county’s largest ground-mounted solar array,...
Public Works Crew Comes to Aid of Elderly Woman in Distress
An Orange County Public Works crew went above and beyond their duties when they assisted an elderly resident in need. On Monday, December 2,...
Orlando Family Stage Brings the Enchantment of Family Theater to Life
This is the second newsroom story in a series highlighting local arts and culture organizations awarded Cultural Tourism Grants from Orange County. For nearly...
Orange County Honors Legacy of Florida Highwaymen with Permanent Exhibit
An iconic art collection depicting dreamy Florida landscapes is now on display at the Orange County Convention Center, paying homage to the heritage of...
A Lifetime Dedication to Animal Welfare
Jennifer Diaz, program coordinator for Cruelty and Court Cases at Orange County Animal Services, has dedicated her career to protecting and advocating for animals,...
Second Annual Orange County ACT Awards Honor 40 Organizations With Millions in Grants
This is the first in a series of stories highlighting local arts and culture organizations awarded Cultural Tourism Grants Living in an arts-rich community...
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...
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...
