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October 13, 2023
Grace Goodman is an 11-year-old swimmer from the Apopka area who was recently recognized as swimmer of the year in her region for August 2022 through…
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October 13, 2023
A pair of Apopka High School students show their school spirit during homecoming week in full dress on BBQ dads vs. soccer moms day on Monday,…
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October 13, 2023
What a great way to halt a two-game skid! Looking for a way to get back on the winning track, the Apopka Blue Darters opened the…
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October 13, 2023
Hayden Kosicki became the hero for the Apopka Blue Darters on Friday, October 6, on the final play of the team’s game against the Olympia Titans.…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
The Horizon Hawks begin the chase for a district championship against the Wekiva Mustangs today, Friday, October 13.
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October 13, 2023
In a rivalry that dates back to 1975, the Apopka Blue Darters and Lake Brantley Patriots have a history that has, for the most part, seen…
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October 12, 2023
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor®. with integrity, years of experience, and…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
October 27, 2023 WILBERTO ESPONDA, 84, of Apopka, passed away on October 20, 2023. Mr. Esponda was born on January 02, 1939 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for SpeechBuilders Speech and Occupational Therapy at the building’s location. Adrienne Fuller is the clinical director…
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October 6, 2023
You spend a lot of time in your car, whether it be running errands or commuting to work. It’s important to take care of your car,…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
If you try your luck in lakes, river, be aware of the heatThe Apopka Chief
July 7, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July. I know my family did. We had the all-American meal of hot dogs and hamburgers, and…
Mustangs prepare for season with much summer successThe Apopka Chief
July 7, 2023
The ability to prepare for the upcoming season has been a steady process of improvement with Jeremiah Schwartz as the Wekiva Mustangs’ head coach.
July 2023 ObituariesThe Apopka Chief
July 6, 2023
July 28, 2023 EVANGELINA C. OCHOA, 83, of Apopka, Florida passed away on July 21, 2023. Mrs. Ochoa was born on August 11, 1939 in Ancihuacuaro,…
Graceworx Community Church will be Highlighting Religious Liberty in JulyThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Graceworx Community Church, like many congregations throughout the United States, sees in the secular festivities surrounding Independence Day, a natural springboard for reflecting also on the…
Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka presents honors at annual awards luncheonThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Lorena Potter, (l), president of Foliage Sertoma Club, welcomes new members of the club who were installed at a luncheon by Mayor Bryan Nelson (r). The…
Apopka Rotary installs new president, presents awardsThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Sam Worell, (l), area governor of Rotary District 6980, installs Mike Polan as president of Rotary Club of Apopka. See more photos on page 11A.
Marsh rabbitThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
A marsh rabbit surveys his area recently along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and…
A large lake is surrounded by greenery, with a road in the background.
Area to get millions in state projectsThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
In his update from the Florida Legislature’s 2023 session, state Rep. Doug Bankson told the Apopka City Council that the state budget has more than $10…
Work continuing toward downtown food hallThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Behind-the-scenes paperwork continues in downtown Apopka where the four owners of Propagate Social House downtown on Fifth Avenue plan to open up a food hall where…
Apopka Little League All-Stars fall to Dr. Phillips in tournamentThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Apopka Little League 10-12 All-Stars took on Dr. Phillips All-Stars on Friday, June 23, during the All-Star playoffs. See more photos on page 3B.