Community & Services
Painting Homes and Lifting Spirits: Orange County and Habitat for Humanity Give Lockhart Homes a Makeover
When Orange County and Habitat for Humanity offered to repaint Ken Larrimore’s home for free, he did not hesitate to choose the color: his late wife’s favorite shade of blue. Larrimore, who has lived in his Lockhart home since 1976, lost his wife to cancer seven years ago and has struggled to regain stability ever […]
Nature, Legacy and Conservation Meet at Ken Bosserman Econlockatchee River Preserve
Orange County continues its mission to protect Central Florida’s natural resources with the opening of the Ken Bosserman Econlockhatchee River Preserve. The 241-acre property...
Orange County’s Community Centers Making Significant Impact
Across Orange County, nine Community Centers are doing far more than offering programs and services — they are helping thousands of residents build better...
From Service to Civilian: Navigating the Transition with Veterans Services
Melissa Michaud, an Orange County Veteran Services counselor, was a college freshman when she struck up a conversation with visiting ROTC candidates on campus....
Neighborhood Services Division’s Code Compliance Team Jumps in to Help Resident with Car Problems
Code Compliance Inspectors from Orange County’s Neighborhood Services Division went above and beyond their regular duties recently when they sprang into action to help...
Small Home, Big Impact — Orange County Resident Builds Accessory Dwelling Unit for Friend Using Ready Set Orange
A new home is taking shape in Mary Page’s quiet backyard. While it may be small, covering just 531 square feet, the Pine Hills...
Mayor’s Citizens Academy Grads Go Behind the Scenes of Local Government
Over the course of ten weeks, 44 Orange County residents gained a behind-the-scenes look at how their local government operates through the Mayor’s Citizens...
From Nominees to Notables: Celebrating Our Standout Citizens
Established in 2002, the Citizen of the Year and Community Awards celebrate residents who have dedicated their time, energy and resources to making Orange...
Best of the Best: Heavy Equipment Operator Proves Skills are Tops in North America
Five months after earning top marks in the state, an Orange County heavy equipment operator took home an award at an international competition. Orange...
Orange County Deputy EMS Medical Director Earns Award For Leading the Way in Stroke Care
Orange County Deputy EMS Medical Director Dr. Desmond Fitzpatrick is a true lifesaver. He helps save lives across Central Florida by bringing hospitals, EMS...
