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Our News in Wekiwa Springs

Below is the news about what is going on in Wekiwa Springs. Please feel free to check out our news articles. If you would like additional information please feel free to email us at info@wekiwa-springs.com. Someone will get back to you with additional information or updated news.

Come Join POWS!

Come Join POWS!

The People of Wekiwa Springs are dedicated to transforming our community through teamwork and working together as a neighborhood group. But we want to do it and have fun! Come join us in our adventures. Whether we are having an Easter Egg Hunt, listening to speakers...

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Wackiest Cornhole Showdown Coming to Wekiwa Springs

Wackiest Cornhole Showdown Coming to Wekiwa Springs

Have you heard? The People of Wekiwa Springs (POWS) are hosting a thrilling Cornhole Toss-Off on February 17, 2024, and you're invited to be part of this festive gathering!  This event promises to bring laughter, friendly competition, and community spirit to our...

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POWS: Leading the Way in Community Building

POWS: Leading the Way in Community Building

In a recent op-ed for The Apopka Chief, Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore casts a spotlight on the essential ingredients for cultivating thriving neighborhoods. Her piece, aptly titled “Neighborhoods Make Great City,” underscores the importance of strong leadership in community development and lays out critical strategies for fostering unique, character-rich neighborhoods.

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POWS 2023 Community Impact Report

POWS 2023 Community Impact Report

As 2023 draws to a close, the People of Wekiwa Springs and their business sponsors have achieved remarkable milestones in enriching the local area. They collectively contributed over $3,000 in supplies and devoted over 1,000 volunteer hours to various community projects. Additionally, nearly 2,000 pounds of trash were removed from common right-of-ways, significantly enhancing the community’s cleanliness and appeal.

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More than a Gift!

More than a Gift!

Celebrate the Season with a Spectacular Gift from Wekiwa Springs! As the holiday lights twinkle and the scent of gingerbread fills the air, The People of Wekiwa Springs Association invites you to share in the spirit of giving with a gift that truly stands out.

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2024 Board Nominations

2024 Board Nominations

It’s about that time folks. We will be voting on our Board Members for 2024 in our January 2, 2024 Meeting. Please nominate who you feel would be a good board member.

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Bear Warriors United to Speak

Bear Warriors United to Speak

The People of Wekiwa (POW) is excited to present Katrina Shadix, Executive Director of Bear Warriors United (BWU), as the highlight speaker for our community gathering on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Join us at 7 p.m. in the community meeting room of the Wekiwa Springs Baptist Church, located at 584 N Wekiwa Springs Rd, Apopka, FL 32712.

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The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.

~ Mahatma Gandhi

Our Meeting Minutes

2025 May POWS Monthly Meeting

2025 May POWS Monthly Meeting

POWS Board Meeting 05/13/2025 The meeting was called to order at 6:32pm. Debbie Peterson will check dated for November to have another rummage sale.  It was agreed that we would accept clothes and donate them to charity, i.e. HOPE. Starbucks is interested in...

2025 April POWS Meeting Minutes

2025 April POWS Meeting Minutes

POWS Board Meeting 04/08/2025 Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm. Emails for rummage sale drop off will go to Tammy and Sue. Sue H. updated the website with all the upcoming events. We will start advertising for the food drive early July. Rick found bags for the...

2025-March POWS Meeting Minutes

2025-March POWS Meeting Minutes

POWS Board Meeting 03/11/2025 Meeting was called to order at 6:30pm. A drive-thru food drive was suggested for HOPE Center of Apopks.  Tammy will get more information.  Sue H. will talk to Debbie Peterson regarding using the church parking lot. Sue...

2025 February Meeting Minutes

2025 February Meeting Minutes

POWS Board Meeting 02/11/2025 Meeting was called to order at 6:38pm. It was discussed that we would not participate in the corridor of the year contest.  Jeff had to step down from the board. A survey will be mailed to members to see what ideas they have and...

2025 January Meeting Minutes

2025 January Meeting Minutes

Date: 1/14/2025 Location: Wekiwa Springs Baptist Church, 584 N Wekiwa Springs Rd, Apopka FL 32712 Premeeting with Officers: 6:30pm Discussion of Upcoming Events District 2 is now instituting a new COY for commercial for 2025 – POWS has not committed to doing it Look...

Nov 2024 Meeting Minutes

Nov 2024 Meeting Minutes

POWS had OCFR Station 27 Lieutenant Trevor Partridge and staff speak to the group on Holiday Safety. Nov 2024 Meeting Minutes in pdf form