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Orange County Encourages Residents to Participate in DEA National Drug Takeback Day

National Prescription Take Back Day is set for April 26, 2025 Orange County, FL – The Office for a Drug-Free Community encourages Orange County residents to participate in National Prescription Take Back Day, on Saturday, April 26, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. An initiative of the United States Drug Enforcement Administration...

Statement from Mayor Demings on the passing of Pope Francis | April 21, 2025

“With deep sorrow, we mourn the passing of Pope Francis, a courageous and compassionate leader whose unwavering voice for the poor and vision for more inclusivity touched hearts around the world.  His life and legacy will continue to inspire many of us to lead with kindness, humility, and courage.” -Orange County Mayor Jerry L....

Orange County Redistricting Advisory Committee Meeting Set for April 23, 2025

Orange County, FL – A committee meeting of the 2025 Mid-Decennial Redistricting Advisory Committee charged with making recommendations for expanding the number of Orange County Commission Districts from six to eight will take place on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the West Orange Recreation Center 309 SW...

Orange County Animal Services Announces “Arm Your Pet” Event

Sets goal to vaccinate and microchip 650 pets  Orange County, FL – Dog and cat owners in Orange County have another opportunity to vaccinate and microchip their pets at no cost. Orange County Animal Services (OCAS), a division of Orange County Government, will host two “Arm Your Pet” events, following the success of similar...

Orange County Issues Burn Ban as Drought Index Rises

Orange County, FL – A burn ban has been ordered for unincorporated areas of Orange County, as well as for the municipalities that Orange County Fire Rescue services, including Edgewood, Belle Isle, Oakland, and Eatonville. Burn bans are automatically instituted under Orange County’s Fire Prevention and Protection Ordinance when the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI)...

Orange County Redistricting Advisory Committee Meeting Set for April 15, 2025

Orange County, FL – A committee meeting of the 2025 Mid-Decennial Redistricting Advisory Committee charged with making recommendations for expanding the number of Orange County Commission Districts from six to eight will take place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Goldenrod Recreation Center, 4863 N. Goldenrod...