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Commissioners' resolutions

Elected officials offer their resolutions for the new year

Orange County School Board Member Daryl Flynn and Orange County Commissioners Ted Edwards and Jennifer Thompson offer their goals for the year.

Alafaya widening update

The question comes from everywhere – via telephone, email, Facebook, Twitter and even the occasional post on my blog: “What’s going on with the construction along Alafaya Trail?”

Column by Jennifer Thompson, Orange County Commissioner of District 4

What does school choice really mean?

The school choice movement has brought new words to Florida's public school system. Words such as "charter," "educational savings account" and "virtual" are now part of the education discussion

What does school choice really mean?

Gamling issues in Orange County

The past few years, local governments have seen a proliferation of Internet gambling operations due to the decision of the Florida Legislature not to take action.

Orange County Commissioner Ted Edwards talk about issues with simulated gamling in the county.

Alafaya construction problems

Thompson addresses Alafaya Trail widening issues

Several residents have expressed concern that the curve/lane shift just before the entrance to Stoneybrook Reserve is creating a challenging area for passing and turning vehicles.

Economic opportunities

Job creation and economic development have been a top priority of mine since taking office in January. I am pleased to inform you about some new policy items passed by the County to promote business

Column by Orange County District 4 Commissioner Jennifer Thompson

New school year, new issues

The new school year has started and along with Friday night football games, open houses and, of course, homework, I want to bring your attention to some key issues facing the County School Board

Column by Orange County School Board member Daryl Flynn

From bureaucracy to advocacy

In an attempt to facilitate the process for acquiring permits in Orange County, we have opened a new “one-stop shop” permitting services office

From bureaucracy to advocacy

New projects in East Orlando

Many of you will remember the years of effort to start construction on Narcoossee Road. And, many of you will remember the years of effort to finish construction.

Many of you will remember the years of effort to start construction on Narcoossee Road. And, many of you will remember the years of effort to finish construction.

Back in District 5

It’s a privilege to be serving District 5 again! Since returning to office after a six-year absence, I have had tremendous support and well wishes from residents throughout the district

Since returning to office after a six-year absence, I have had tremendous support and well wishes from existing and new residents throughout the district.

First Market Street District located in District 2

On May 19, Orlando Mayor Dyer and I announced the city’s first Market Street District — the Semoran Business Partnership.

On May 19, Orlando Mayor Dyer and I announced the city’s first Market Street District — the Semoran Business Partnership.

Get involved

Can you believe the month of May is here already? The first 100 days in office have already come and gone.

Can you believe the month of May is here already? The first 100 days in office have already come and gone.

State of education

It's the time of year when students are taking FCAT, seniors are counting the days until graduation, and the Orange County School Board is anxiously monitoring the 2011 Florida Legislative Session

It's the time of year when students are taking FCAT, seniors are counting the days until graduation, and the Orange County Public School Board is anxiously monitoring the 2011 Florida Legislative Session

Roadwork achieved

As a new year begins, we are all eager and enthusiastic to get back to work and start planning new projects and developments. I am particularly excited about a significant roadway improvement project.

As a new year begins, we are all eager and enthusiastic to get back to work and start planning new projects and developments.

Orlando to stop ‘pill mills’

Many people have contacted me to express their concerns about pain management clinics, which have opened in the city of Orlando.

Many people have contacted me to express their concerns about pain management clinics, which have opened in the city of Orlando.

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