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🌱 Miss Bankson’s affordability push and new hurricane tips for Apopka residents?

Apopka, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min read

Greetings Apopka! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Miss Bankson’s affordability push and new hurricane tips for Apopka residents?
  • Why an Apopka native is challenging FAU over a $30,000 NIL bill.

Also on today's calendar: 🌟 ONE SHOW ONLY: The Ultimate "Feel-Good" Tribute! 🌟 and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the new employee hide from his boss? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 92 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Tuesday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 92, low: 78.
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• In Case You Missed It: Affordability, school success and water conservation lead this week's top stories (theapopkavoice.com subscription) — Catch up on a busy week for Apopka, from Rep. Doug Bankson’s focus on affordability for House District 39 to hurricane-readiness advice urging residents to prepare, not panic. The roundup also highlights Orange County Public Schools’ strong “A” rating and new guidance on conserving water through smarter summer irrigation.
   

• Purdue wide receiver, Apopka native files countersuit against FAU in NIL contract dispute (wesh.com) — An Apopka-born Purdue wide receiver is fighting a $30,000 NIL payment Florida Atlantic University says he owes after transferring schools, arguing the penalty is illegal and meant to deter athletes from leaving. His countersuit challenges FAU’s contract terms under Florida law and raises questions about whether the school’s approach conflicts with NCAA rules on player mobility.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Monday July 6
  • The Golden Triangle Toastmasters
    Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 1 W Orange Eustis, 32726
    5:25 pm
  • Music Video Bingo at Whiskey Kitchen
    Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Whiskey Kitchen Mount Dora Whiskey Kitchen is a laid-back downtown Mount Dora favorite known for its Southern-inspired comfort food, craft cocktails, and one of the best whiskey selections in the area. The energetic but cozy atmosphere makes it an id
    7:00 pm
    • Tuesday July 7
  • Library 101 →
    University of Central Florida Public Events John C. Hitt Library Digital Exploration Center: Room 425
    12:00 pm
  • Just Keep Rolling Run Club by Shadrach's Fiery Furnace
    Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Location Shadrach's Fiery Furnace (Starts and ends at the restaurant) Downtown Mount Dora, FL
    6:30 pm
  • Trivia at Whiskey Kitchen
    Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce Whiskey Kitchen ? Mount Dora Whiskey Kitchen is a laid-back downtown Mount Dora favorite known for its Southern-inspired comfort food, craft cocktails, and one of the best whiskey selections in the area. The energetic but cozy atmosphere makes it an
    7:00 pm
  • BINGO! Open to public
    Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce 920 S. Highland St Mount Dora
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found a small white dog with a little hello kittie bandana around her neck by the Meadowlark Landing community entrance.
    Please reach out if you have any information about the owners, she’s not microchipped. (Nextdoor Orange North)
  • Just wanted to say to everyone,
    HAVE A GLORIOUS SAFE HAPPY 4th of July. I’m proud to have lived and served for my 78 years on this earth and in the USA. GOD BLESS AMERICA (Nextdoor Rock Springs Ridge)
  • Dollar General posted a job opening for ASST STORE MGR in APOPKA, FL S02966 in Apopka. Apply here.
  • Ryder posted a job opening for Warehouse Material Handler in Apopka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Apopka here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ocoee

  • Orlando Sentinel 150: How Central Florida celebrated the U.S. Bicentennial (orlandosentinel.com)
  • All-Area track and field: Gateway's Maxwell Garcon is Sentinel Athlete of Year (orlandosentinel.com)

Ok Apopka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because good employees are hard to find (Thank you Pete C. for sending it in!)
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