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No Garbage or Recycling Collection Service for Unincorporated Orange County on Memorial Day

Orange County, FL – Orange County Utilities will not collect garbage or recycling on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday. Customers with garbage collection on Monday will receive garbage service the following Thursday. Customers with recycling collection on Monday will receive recycling service the following Monday. Bulky items will not be collected...

Orange County Hurricane Expo Provides Hurricane Preparedness Information

Orange County encourages residents to be prepared this hurricane season by taking steps to be ready and reduce their risk of damage. Orange County can help residents prepare for the upcoming storm season during the 2015 Hurricane Expo on June 6 at the Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W. Colonial Dr., from 9 a.m. to...

Orange County Utilities Hosts Community Collection of Hazardous Waste

Orange County, FL – Orange County Utilities invites eligible Orange County residents* to its Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Community Collection Event on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Orange County Services Building located at 475 West Story Road, Ocoee, FL 34761. Participants will have the opportunity to properly...

New Record for U.S. Tourism Industry

"The impact of tourism on our community is remarkable, and, in fact, the travel and tourism industry is the largest generator of jobs and economic impact for our region. In addition to delighting visitors and families from around the world, our travel and hospitality industry helps to support a great quality of life for...