County News

Orange County Recognizes Volunteers on Earth Day

As a fitting tribute, Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs recognized participants in the environmental Volunteer and Internship Program (eVIP) on Earth Day at the...

Orange County Recognizes Extraordinary Employees for Public Service Recognition Week

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs recently presented the Public Service Recognition Week Proclamation at the Orange County Board of County Commissioners meeting in symbolic...

Mayor Teresa Jacobs joins Merlin Entertainments in unveiling major expansion plans in Orlando

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs recently provided the opening remarks at a media event hosted by Merlin Entertainments Group Plc. The event provided an...

Orange County Celebrates 21st Annual Hispanic Business Conference and Consumer Expo

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs joined the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando (HCCMO) at the 21st Annual Hispanic Business Conference and Consumer...

Groundbreaking Ceremony Marks Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico’s Expansion in Orange County

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs recently provided the keynote speech at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico’s groundbreaking ceremony for its expansion in Orange...

Three Generations of Firefighters Proudly Serve Orange County Fire Rescue

Orange County Fire Rescue welcomed three generations of firefighters to its ranks including Matthew Howell, Michael Howell and Walter Howell.

Sustainable Transportation and Pedestrian Safety Discussed in Meadow Woods Community Meeting

Orange County Commissioner Jennifer Thompson recently addressed the issue of pedestrian safety and public transportation to a crowd of more than 50 residents in...

Lone Sailor Memorial Honors Orange County’s Military and Veterans

Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs recently joined citizens in honoring veterans and active military personnel at the Lone Sailor Navy Memorial Groundbreaking Ceremony and...

Orange County Launches Environmental Advisories for Smart Phones

Orange County is introducing new environmental advisories through its OCFL Alert and OCFL 311 smart phone applications. Current advisories include road closures and weather...