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Outdoor Adventures Await Campers at Orange County Parks and Recreation

Adventurers seeking a relaxing retreat surrounded by nature needn’t search any farther than the rustic campgrounds offered at Orange County Parks and Recreation. Five...

Explore Orange County Parks With Little Ones in Tow

Orange County serves the community with an extensive park system, boasting more than 15,000 acres of outdoor fun. From pristine waterways and hiking trails...

Orange County Grants Can Help Beautify Local Neighborhoods

Orange County Senior Code Compliance Officer Steve Marconi was driving around East Orlando when he noticed the entrance sign missing from a subdivision. Someone...

The Heat is On… Stay Safe!

As the dog days of summer settle in, hot and humid conditions have taken hold, and heat index values are beginning to climb steadily....

Doggone Fun in Store For Pups at Orange County Parks

Tail-wagging fun awaits canines at more than a dozen dog parks throughout Orange County. These dog-friendly spots provide an outdoor oasis for four-legged friends...

93-year-old Orange County Woman Fondly Recalls Lake Lucy Memories During Lake Appreciation Month

Peggy Lantz learned to swim in Lake Lucy at age four. Nearly nine decades later, she still heads out to the peaceful water every...

Fred Robinson Awarded Inaugural Orange County Veteran of the Year

The Orange County Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council’s Veteran of the Year Committee recently selected Sgt. Fred Robinson, USMC, Retired, as the recipient of the...

Tap Water – An Essential Part of a Hurricane Preparedness Plan

In the days leading up to a major storm, stores may scramble to meet the demand for bottled water. While bottled water is convenient,...

Pickleball Palooza Picks Up at Orange County Parks & Recreation

As summer temperatures soar, the fun is heating up for pickleball enthusiasts in Orange County. When the county unveiled its first purpose-built outdoor complex...