Category: Orlando Voice Editorials

In the heart of Central Florida, a remarkable movement is taking shape, led by visionary Ashley Vann and the Victory Cup Initiative. Founded in 2016, this nonprofit organization is transforming the way local nonprofits connect with their communities and share their impactful stories. Each year, the Victory Cup hosts a captivating storytelling competition and showcase… Read more

Credit: Claude Smith In a bold yet contentious move, the City of Orlando has converted a bus into temporary living spaces for the homeless population, allocating a staggering $3,350,000 to the Christian Service Center for this initiative. This decision comes amid increasing pressures from new state legislation that bans public camping and enforces strict measures… Read more

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The Winter Park High School golf team, the Wildcats, is making waves in Florida high school golf! Competing in Class 3A, these talented athletes have had an incredible season, showcasing their skills and determination on the course. ✨ Recent Highlights: 🌟 The Wildcats have also made strong showings at iconic venues like Bay Hill, Rio Pinar,… Read more

Credit: Ted Bogert Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a new bill, House Bill 5013, that could impact the wallets of Winter Park homeowners. The law reduces funding for the Reinsurance to Assist Policyholders (RAP) program from $2 billion to $900 million and completely repeals the Florida Optional Reinsurance Assistance (FORA) program. These programs were designed to help insurance companies stay… Read more

Credit: Ted Bogert In the heart of the Florida Everglades, a new immigration detention facility—dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz”—has emerged as a flashpoint in the national debate over immigration enforcement, due process, and human dignity. Constructed in just eight days at the Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport, the facility is surrounded by treacherous terrain and wildlife, which… Read more

Credit: Ted Bogert For far too long, the Fair Isaac Corporation (FICO) has held an iron grip on the mortgage credit scoring process, dictating the terms for borrowers seeking loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This monopoly has not only limited options for consumers but has also perpetuated a system fraught with known… Read more

Credited: Ted Bogert In the wake of a troubling video involving an Orlando Police Department officer and a young man, members of the city’s westside community gathered to seek clarity, justice, and reassurance. The incident is currently under investigation by OPD’s Internal Affairs Division, a process that has drawn intense public attention. During a community… Read more