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Orange County Opens Residential Debris Drop-Off Sites and Begins Curbside Debris Removal
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ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. (FNN) – Orange County residents will have multiple options for disposing of debris from Hurricane Milton.
Vegetative Debris Drop-off
Beginning Monday, October 14, 2024, designated drop-off sites will accept non-commercial yard waste, including leaves, branches, and other natural debris. The sites will be open Monday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Tuesday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sites will not be accessible to the public before Monday. Sites include:
- Conway Water Treatment Plant – 3590 Manatee Street, Orlando, FL 32822
- Harrell Road – 8503 Trevarthon Road, Orlando, FL 32817
- Zellwood Maintenance Unit – 3500 Golden Gem Road, Apopka, FL 32712
The sites will accept only loose vegetative debris—no bags or containers. White goods (large household appliances) and other household items will not be accepted. Contractors, lawn care, or commercial companies are prohibited from using these drop-off sites.
Upon arrival, residents must present a valid driver’s license, utility bill, or other official document verifying Orange County residency. Residents can use the County’s interactive map to find their nearest drop-off site.
Curbside Debris Removal
Orange County Government expects to begin its storm curbside debris removal for unincorporated Orange County by Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Two debris contractors and one debris monitor will be deployed with heavy-duty equipment to consolidate and remove storm-related debris.
Contractors will collect piles at the curb that are too large to be picked up through the County’s residential curbside collection program. Residents are encouraged to separate debris by type—vegetative, white goods, household items, etc.—and place it at the curb for collection as soon as possible.
To expedite the cleanup process, residents are encouraged to bring yard waste debris to one of the County’s three vegetative debris drop-off sites, open Monday, Oct. 14, through Sunday, Oct. 20.
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State Rep. Rita Harris Reelected Without Opposition in Florida House District 44
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June 13, 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Florida State Representative Rita Harris has secured reelection to the Florida House after no opposition qualified to challenge her in District 44 during the state’s candidate qualifying period.
Harris, a Democrat representing House District 44, will return to Tallahassee for another term after neither a Republican, third-party nor write-in candidate entered the race.
Her uncontested reelection reflects continued support within the district and allows her campaign to shift its focus toward supporting Democratic candidates and legislative priorities ahead of the 2027 Legislative Session.
House District 44 includes portions of west Orange County and surrounding communities in Central Florida.
Florida’s General Election is scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
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Congressman Maxwell Frost Secures Third-Term Run Following Candidate Qualifying Period
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June 12, 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — U.S. Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost secured an easy path to a third term representing Florida’s 10th Congressional District after no Democratic, Republican or write-in challengers qualified before the close of Florida’s candidate qualifying period Friday.
“I’m proud that the people of Central Florida continue to put their trust in me, and I don’t take that for granted,” Frost said. “Over the last term, we’ve delivered real results, and now it’s time to build on that.”
Campaign Focuses on Down-Ballot Races
Despite facing no major-party opposition, Frost said his campaign is expanding its political operation to help Democrats compete across Central Florida.
“We’re focused on electing Democrats up and down the ballot.”
The campaign has recruited 87 fellows this summer as part of its year-round organizing program for young people ages 16 to 24. Campaign officials said participants will engage in door-to-door canvassing, phone banking and voter outreach efforts while supporting Democratic candidates throughout the region.
According to the campaign, more than 162 fellows have participated in the program, helping contact more than 157,000 voters during the current election cycle.
Historic Member of Congress
Frost made history in 2022 as the first member of Generation Z elected to Congress. He represents Florida’s 10th Congressional District, which includes much of Orlando and surrounding portions of Orange County.
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State Rep. Bruce Antone Wins Reelection Unopposed
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June 12, 2026By
Willie David
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) — Florida State Representative Bruce Antone has won reelection to the Florida House after qualifying for the 2026 election cycle without opposition.
Antone, who represents portions of Orange County, remains the longest-serving Democratic state lawmaker in Orange County and one of the most senior members of Florida’s Democratic legislative delegation.
Following his reelection, Antone thanked supporters in a statement posted on Facebook.
“Today, I was reelected to the Florida House of Representatives. I didn’t have any opposition. Thank you to everyone who has supported me during my time and tenure in the Florida House of Representatives,” Antone wrote.
Under Florida election law, candidates who qualify for office without opposition are automatically elected and do not appear on the ballot.
Antone will begin another term in the Florida House as lawmakers prepare for the 2027 Legislative Session in Tallahassee.
