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Seminole County approval could pave the way for 300+ apartments near Lukas Nursery

Greeneway Preserve still needs a detailed site plan before construction would start, as commissioners warn the area is ‘prone to flooding.’

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Watchdogs warn Amendment 3 may cut funding for flood control and drinking water

Florida’s water management districts depend on property taxes to fund about a third of their work preventing floods, securing the drinking water supply and conserving wetlands.

Upcoming ¡Viva Oviedo! Festival now officially a city-sponsored event

The privately funded ¡Viva Oviedo! had raised so much money and interest on its own that organizers asked to be fast-tracked into being an official part of Oviedo's calendar.

Zoning board: former Pappy’s Patch should remain inside rural boundary

Chris Dorworth’s proposed Strawberry Lane project at the former Pappy's Patch near Oviedo now goes to the County Commission for a final decision.

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Apartments, townhomes on Seminole County agenda next week

Seminole County Commissioners could weigh in on two developments, including apartments near Lukas Nursery

Viva Oviedo! Festival gets special permit for upcoming event

An impassioned plea following months of delays and communication issues led to big changes for a major event in Oviedo. The volunteer-run Viva Oviedo! Festival that celebrates Hispanic heritage saw thousands of people attend its inaugural event in October 2025. It’s set to take place again at Oviedo on the Park on Oct. 17. Organizers had hoped this year’s festival would be in partnership with the city, but despite having ongoing conversations with city officials since at least March, no decisions had been made until the Oct. 5 City Council meeting.

Watch Florida House candidates field questions from kids

At PTA forum, candidates with districts in Seminole County answered questions about a lack of librarians, book bans and recess

Winter Springs charter school gets key approval to add middle school

Some board members question the wisdom of approving a new middle school as traditional public school enrollment declines.

Seminole County students and the virtual school question

Increasing Seminole County virtual school enrollment numbers leave teachers and administration concerned about academic performance.

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Vote next week could help pull former Pappy’s Patch from rural boundary

Developer Chris Dorworth is ultimately looking to build 136 single-family homes in a move conservationists call a fight over the future of Seminole County’s rural boundary.

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