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OP-ED: Kickoff is a little late to start on a game planThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
A big SAT testing date was a few weeks ago, which, oddly enough, reminds me of a football game played 54 years ago almost 8,000 miles…
Per capita, health care considered as factors for Apopka commissioners’ pay Teresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council took up commissioner pay on Wednesday, reviewing factors such as per capita rate, health care costs, and a clear definition of the commissioners’ role and responsibilities. During the…
Cooler weather makes a great day for fishin’The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I can’t believe we are finally gettin' some cooler weather. It’s so nice to get up in the mornin’ and walk outside and feel that cool…
Warm, comforting, and a touch nostalgic — a taste of Southern comfortThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
From Country Cookin’, how about serving up some Hot Chicken Salad Souffle? They say, “This is Excellent for buffet entertaining! Don’t plan on leftovers – there…
Police Beat: APD arrests 29 from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from October 5-11, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,262 calls for service, responded to 31 crashes, issued 57 citations, and made 29…
Apopka City Council approves charter referendum for March 2026 electionTeresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council took a step Wednesday toward bringing potential sweeping changes to City Hall, voting unanimously to put eight city charter amendments before voters in a referendum. The…
OP-ED: Numerous programs aim to help homelessThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In July, President Trump issued an executive order titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets.” This order ends support for “housing first” policies. It prefers…
Planning Commission okays downtown Apopka mosque construction Teresa Sargeant
The Planning Commission voted unanimously on Tuesday to grant a special exception for the construction of a 6,436-square-foot downtown Apopka mosque. The mosque is proposed for an estimated 2-acre tract at 458…