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SAFETY

We need to change the way we think about crosswalks

Whether we’re driving, walking, scooting or skateboarding, we’re all responsible for crosswalk safety. It’s time Florida statute is changed to reflect this.

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EDUCATION

Orange County Public Schools says No to PragerU Kids

Spokesperson says district has plenty of supplemental material that meets state standards.

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FREEDOM TO READ

Community leader answers DeSantis book bans by opening library

“You will not tell us what we can read or what we can know about our plight in America over 400 years.”

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HURRICANE

SNAP recipients who lost food in Hurricane Ian can get replacement benefits

Through October, benefits can be used for hot meals.

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HURRICANE

With Ian gone, Orange County residents are trying to recover, but help is available

Local governments, Orange County and others are reaching out to help residents recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Ian that left a wake of power outages, damage and chaos.

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HURRICANE

Floridians should prepare for Ian, which is expected to hit the state later this week

Emergency officials are urging residents to prepare for Tropical Storm Ian, which will likely intensify into a hurricane soon. It's unclear where Ian will make landfall but Central Florida will see an impact. See what you need to do before the storm arrives.

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OFFICE HOURS

The commissioner is in

District 1 County Commissioner Nicole Wilson holds office hours to hear constituent concerns.

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RENT CONTROL

Cities may not have to comply with Orange County’s rent capping measure

Even if the ballot measure passes in November, cities can opt out by passing their own ordinances.

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COURT DEBT

Debt driven

Traffic tickets can have families choosing between paying the fine … or paying for food.

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EDUCATION

$25 is a gift card — not a cost of living increase

With inflation, OCPS’ proposed teacher contract doesn’t even cover the costs for teachers to live in our communities.

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