"For the chronically homeless, and for our families and precious children who are struggling with homelessness, we are committed to creating a better future. Building upon the great momentum and renewed awareness regarding the issue of homelessness, I believe that we can make history by transforming the lives of our homeless children and families,...
"The greatest gift we can bestow upon future generations is opportunity. The Dr. Phillips Center will do just that, with arts education and amazing cultural experiences." – Teresa Jacobs, Orange County Mayor
"Building on the recommendations of the Youth Mental Health Commission, we’re going to make sure that parents know how and where to get help, and that our system of care improves to properly and adequately address children’s mental health issues. We must break down the stigma associated with seeking mental health care, and we...
"Bringing Major League Soccer to Orlando is a huge win for our entire community, and will positively impact our local economy and families, as well as international visitors. With the exploding popularity of soccer among Central Florida’s youth and adults, and with soccer ranking as the number one international sport, this new outdoor public...
Orange County, FL – Orange County Utilities invites eligible Orange County residents* to its Household Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Community Collection Event on Saturday, January 24, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Hunter’s Creek Elementary School located at 4650 Town Center Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32837. Participants will have the opportunity to properly...
Orange County, FL – Orange County Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Brian Morrow has been named Chair for the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) Strategy and Tactics textbook committee. In this role, Chief Morrow will have an important leadership role in crafting the textbooks used to teach firefighters around the world.
Orange County, FL – On Thursday, January 15, 2015, the Pine Hills Neighborhood Improvement District (Pine Hills NID) will host the first annual Pine Hills Small Business & Entrepreneurship Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Soiree Event and Convention Center, which is located on 6394 Silver Star Road in Orlando....
"SunRail is the perfect example of our local, state and federal partners planting the seeds to bring a monumental transportation project to our region. It’s creating thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic benefit, not only in Orange County, but also Central Florida. This extraordinary high capacity transportation system will transform our...
"In addition to the incredible economic and job creation impact of I-Drive 360, this new entertainment complex will provide visitors and residents alike with world-class entertainment and dining amenities. The presence of this project will help Orlando maintain its status as a premier global destination." – Teresa Jacobs, Orange County Mayor