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Florida Simulation Summit to be Held September 22

Hosted by Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the National Center for Simulation Orange County, FL – Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs and the National Center for Simulation will host the Florida Simulation Summit to highlight the state’s multi-billion dollar simulation industry and help identify opportunities for businesses to commercialize simulation. The event is...

Art in Orange County: Sculpture Exhibition and Ribbon-Cutting June 30

WHAT: Join Orange County as it celebrates its sculpture exhibition of four artists. The sculptural installation will be displayed on the Orange County Government Administration Center’s lawn for one year. The Public Art Review Board – overseen by the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs Advisory Council – surveyed temporary sculpture programs throughout the...

Orange County Government and City of Orlando Open Orlando United Assistance Center

WHAT: Orange County Government and the City of Orlando will open the Orlando United Assistance Center at 507 E. Michigan on June 23 and will announce the region’s long-term commitment to assist those adversely affected by the tragic events related to the Pulse nightclub shooting. Hours of operation have been announced as: Thursday, June...

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs will host Inter-Faith Leaders, LGBTQ Representatives and other Officials for Press Conference Addressing Upcoming Funerals of Pulse Nightclub Shooting Victims

Orange County, FL – In partnership with LGBTQ representatives, faith leaders and other officials from throughout Central Florida, Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs will host a press conference to showcase the strong support from the Central Florida community and faith-based leaders for the grieving families, and to issue a call for peace and unity...

Pulse Nightclub Shooting Information

UPDATE June 24, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.: The Historical Society of Central Florida, on behalf of the Orange County Regional History Center, is committed to being the repository for the physical and digital memory of the Orlando Pulse Nightclub tragedy, which occurred on June 12, 2016. In partnership with the City of Orlando and...

Orange County Hurricane Expo Provides Hurricane Preparedness Information

Orange County, FL – Orange County encourages residents to take steps to be prepared for hurricane season. Orange County can help residents prepare for the upcoming storm season during the 2016 Hurricane Expo on June 4 at the Renaissance Senior Center at South Econ Community Park, which is located at 3800 South Econlockhatchee Trail....