Community & Services
Arts Investment and Community Impact: Orange County’s Cultural Grants Deliver Big Returns
From the vibrant sounds of Opera Orlando to the international buzz of the Orlando Fringe Festival, the arts in Orange County are more than entertainment — they are an economic driver, a tourism magnet and a vital part of what makes the region a great place to live. And at the heart of it all […]
GRRreat New Flood Control Comes to Orange County
Crews Train on “Tiger Dams” to Learn the Latest Techniques Recently, staff members from Orange County Utilities and Public Works Departments participated in hands-on...
Orange County Fleet Management Ranks Among Top in Nation with 2025 Leading Fleets Award
For the third time since 2020, Orange County’s Fleet Management Division has earned national recognition for excellence — this year being ranked the #14...
Orange County Head Start Helps Families Build a Strong Start to School
As Orange County families gear up for a new school year, more than 1,500 children will be walking into classrooms with a special head...
Spotlight on Moss Park: Explore Orange County’s Wild Side
Although you won’t spot lions and tigers and bears, Moss Park is a legit wildlife sanctuary home to white tail deer, Sherman’s fox squirrel,...
County Employee Juggles Work, Life, Family for a Brighter Future
Balancing work and life can be difficult, especially for a young professional trying to establish their career while starting a family. Wendy Reyes with...
Spotlight on Trimble Park: Connect with Nature at Mount Dora’s Perfect Peninsula
The rustic charm of old Florida beckons visitors seeking a tranquil lakeside setting with wondrous scenery and outdoor adventures. Canopied by sweeping oaks, Trimble...
Orange County’s Award-Winning Tree Ordinance Making a Difference
Matt Melvin trudged through knee-high grass across a vacant 4-acre parcel near Lake Nona. Sweat on his brow, he stepped into the welcoming shade...
Orlando’s Treasured Enzian Theater Defies the Mainstream with 40 Years of Movie Magic
This is the sixth in a series of newsroom stories highlighting local arts and culture organizations awarded Cultural Tourism Grants. Tucked away beneath sweeping...
Spotlight on Fort Christmas Historical Park: A Time Remembered
Tucked away in a quiet landscape in Central Florida, Fort Christmas Historical Park is a living history lesson for anyone curious about Florida’s frontier...
