Community & Services
Sixth Annual Jazz in the Park Recognizes Outstanding Community Organizations
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs hosted the sixth annual Jazz in the Park on March 4 at the majestic Cypress Grove Park. The event brought together hundreds of Orange County citizens to listen to the cool sounds of jazz music and enjoy free entertainment in a family-friendly environment. More than 1,000 citizens were in attendance, […]
Dr. John C. Hitt Celebrates 25th Anniversary at the University of Central Florida
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined the University of Central Florida and community leaders to celebrate Dr. John C. Hitt’s 25th anniversary as the...
Orange County Remembers the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Commemorates Black History Month
Orange County Government hosted and took part in several community events in January and February to honor and commemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin...
Orange County Welcomes Orlando City Soccer Club Lions to Their New Home
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined the City of Orlando, Parramore Advisory Board, Orlando City Soccer Club (OCSC) as well as partners and fans...
Mayor Jacobs’ Sustainability Awards Recognizes Aquaponics STEM Learning Project at Wekiva High School
For the first time since the launch of Orange County’s sustainability plan, “Our Home for Life,” the Orange County Sustainable Development Awards were presented...
Orange County Unveils Newest Inclusive Playground at Young Pine Park Grand Opening
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and District 4 Commissioner Jennifer Thompson joined local residents for the grand opening of Young Pine Community Park on...
Mayor Jacobs’ Reading Initiative Celebrates Literacy Week in Orange County
In conjunction with the Florida Department of Education’s Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! initiative and to help raise awareness about the importance of reading and...
NFL Pro Bowl Welcomes 60,834 Fans to Orange County
Orange County and Camping World Stadium hosted more than 60,800 fans for the National Football League (NFL) Pro Bowl on Jan. 30. Orange County...
Orange County’s Top 2016 Newsroom Posts
The year 2016 was filled with healing, promise and economic opportunity for Orange County and its residents. As a result of the region’s culture...
Orange County Experience Graduates Fifth Class in 2016
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs congratulates the fifth graduating class from the Orange County Experience program. The Orange County Experience, an 11-week educational program...
