County News
Mayor Jacobs and Orange County Commissioners Celebrate Historic SunRail Whistle Stop Tour
Central Florida’s new commuter rail system, SunRail, recently opened for service with a celebratory Whistle Stop Tour that began at DeBary and ended at...
Students from Timber Creek High School Win Mayor for a Day Challenge
A group of bright and talented student leaders from Timber Creek High School have won Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs’ 2014 Mayor for a...
Mayor Jacobs’ Youth Mental Health Commission Issues Final Report
Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs’ Youth Mental Health Commission presented its final report to the Board of County Commissioners in late April. Richard Morrison,...
Orange County Celebrates Arbor Day
Orange County commemorated National Arbor Day this morning by planting a native, Flatwoods Plum tree in the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Demonstration Garden located on the...
Orange County’s Corrections Chief Cornita Riley Honored by Hometown
In March, Chief Riley was recognized by her hometown as one of “St. Petersburg’s First Ladies in African American History” by the Dr. Carter...
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...