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Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
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Lake Apopka Natural Gas District finishes 7 of 8 pipeline projects in area 
Teresa Sargeant
November 24, 2025
Members of Orange Lodge No. 36 and IGAD, Inc. stand with teachers from Rock Springs Elementary after delivering sensory-support devices to five students identified as needing additional help. The donation is part of IGAD’s mission to support autistic children and families across central Florida.
Featured News
5 Rock Springs Elementary students receive sensory support packages
Sarah Merly
November 24, 2025
Lee Road Safe Neighborhoods receive Corridor of the Year for cleaning up and maintaining Lee Road in Orlando. Pictured with them is Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore (standing, L).
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Corridor of the Year winners for road beautification announced 
Teresa Sargeant
November 24, 2025
The North Orange Branch, part of the Orange County Library System, is located at 1211 E. Semoran Blvd., Apopka.
Featured News
OCLS wraps December schedule in seasonal cooking classes, STEAM learning 
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 21, 2025
Melissa Byrd
Featured News
OP-ED: Clay Springs employee up for OCPS award
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 21, 2025

Local Living

Jim Keck
Local Living
A great week of fishin’ ahead, and…happy Thanksgiving
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 19, 2025
Turkey
Local Living
Roasting the perfect turkey, with southern cornbread on the side
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 19, 2025
Pastry
Local Living
From jambalaya to pumpkin cake, it’s comfort all the way down
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 13, 2025
Jim Keck
Local Living
Cold weather brings speck season early
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 11, 2025
Jim Keck
Local Living
The full moon brings a great time for fishin’
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 7, 2025

Business

Maters & Taters Market & Creamery closed following owner Jeff Boyer's death.
Business
Maters & Taters closes after 41 years
Sarah Merly
November 20, 2025
Family First Health offers primary care at 333 W. Main Street.
Business
Family First Health hosts grand opening in Apopka
Sarah Merly
November 17, 2025
A new Bravo Supermarkets store will replace Faith & Power Worship Center at 2230 East Semoran Boulevard.
Business
Local grocer purchases Wekiva Corners for $9M
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 13, 2025
Waters CarWash will honor veterans with free car washes from Nov. 9 to 11.
Business
Waters CarWash Apopka to offer free car washes for veterans, active-duty military
Sarah Merly
October 24, 2025
Celebrate Porktoberfest at Sonny's with BBQ pork egg rolls, the loaded BBQ potato and more.
Business
Apopka residents vote for top 4 barbecue spots in city
Sarah Merly
October 22, 2025

Government & Politics

Sports

Maya Szylkowski on the move in the 100 butterfly event
Sports
Apopka, Wekiva swimmers represent schools at state championships
Vinnie Cammarano
November 20, 2025
Noah Ferrer blows by the Warrior defender
Sports
Apopka basketball beats West Orange, 56-45, in season opener 
Vinnie Cammarano
November 20, 2025
Amari Dillon at the charity stripe
Sports
Apopka girls basketball opens the new season
Vinnie Cammarano
November 19, 2025
Eric Nicholls drains the three point shot
Sports
Wekiva boys basketball dominate in season opener
Vinnie Cammarano
November 19, 2025
Kiera Druck with two finalist medals in the 200 and 500 freestyle events
Sports
Apopka swimmer makes top 10 at state championship 
Vinnie Cammarano
November 19, 2025

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Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District finishes 7 of 8 pipeline projects in area Teresa Sargeant
November 24, 2025
Government shutdown delays update on $14M grant application.
Members of Orange Lodge No. 36 and IGAD, Inc. stand with teachers from Rock Springs Elementary after delivering sensory-support devices to five students identified as needing additional help. The donation is part of IGAD’s mission to support autistic children and families across central Florida.
5 Rock Springs Elementary students receive sensory support packagesSarah Merly
November 24, 2025
Orange Lodge No. 36, I Gave a Duck donate packages
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Clay Springs employee up for OCPS awardThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In OCPS, we have over 8,000 support staff who ensure our schools, teachers and students have what they need to be successful. To be named one…
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: Local volunteers are reason to give thanksThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Happy Thanksgiving! This next week we remember the hardships suffered by the Pilgrims as their ship veered far north of their planned Virginia destination to Massachusetts. The Native…
Maya Szylkowski on the move in the 100 butterfly event
Apopka, Wekiva swimmers represent schools at state championshipsVinnie Cammarano
November 20, 2025
Maya Szylkowski and Mason Marco show out at the FHSAA State Championships in individual events.
Noah Ferrer blows by the Warrior defender
Apopka basketball beats West Orange, 56-45, in season opener Vinnie Cammarano
November 20, 2025
Blue Darters smother the West Orange Warriors in the third quarter
Nelson, seen here at a September City Council meeting, has announced that his third as mayor term will be his last.
Nelson: Third term as mayor will be his last Teresa Sargeant
November 20, 2025
Incumbent announced decision at church service.
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