Media Releases

Magnolia Park on Lake Apopka Gets Eco-Tourism Building plus Other New Amenities

Orange County, Fla. – Construction is slated to begin in September or October 2020 for Orange County Parks and Recreation’s Magnolia Park to add several new amenities along the east shore of Lake Apopka. Located at 2929 S. Binion Road in Apopka, improvements include an eco-tourism building, restroom facilities, a pier for fishing and...

Keeping Pets Safe and Secure: Tips from Orange County Animal Services

Orange County, Fla. – While Fourth of July fireworks displays are cancelled in many communities due to the pandemic, residents of many cities are reporting repeated fireworks still being set off. The startling loud noises have prompting Orange County Animal Services to urge the community to consider the impact of fireworks on animals. Fireworks and...

Orlando Region Launches Safety Communication Campaign “Safer, Stronger, Together” for Businesses & Residents to Combat COVID-19 Spread

Orlando, Fla. (June 26, 2020)  – Today, at the annual State of the County address, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings launched a new regional communications campaign to further encourage business and resident participation in COVID-19 safety guidelines, and inviting consumers to positively support businesses that adhere to strong, visible safe measures. The Safer,...