The Northwest Orange Republican Women Federated will present guest speaker, Vennia Francois, a Republican candidate for Congress, on Thursday, November 16, at The Hilton Garden Inn-Apopka…
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Hello Folks, I hope everyone is enjoyin’ this Chamber of Commerce weather that we are havin’. These cool mornings are just what you need to get you up and…
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“For JP. This is for JP.” That’s what I heard on the sideline as the Blue Darters placed the Mayor’s Cup trophy on the “JP” patch…
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The last play run by the Wekiva Mustangs determined the outcome of the Tater Bowl for the second consecutive season. From a distance of 44 yards,…
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The Apopka Blue Darters have their first playoff game of the 2023 season today, Friday, November 10.
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Pat Williams, co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, is the keynote speaker at the fifth annual John Land Apopka Community Trust Gala.
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The Veterans Memorial Museum displays uniforms, military history books, and artifacts in honor of the men and women who served in the military. Located in the…
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Around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, Orange County Fire Rescue firefighters responded to a house fire on the 1400 block of S. Central Avenue in…
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Schick Roofing announced on Tuesday, November 7, that it’s donating a new house roof to Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) deputy Mary Norwood.
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The Wekiwa Swimmers held their annual picnic at the Wekiwa Springs at Wekiwa Springs State Park. At a time when the hardworking ranger staff has other…
Apopka Police Department adds two more new officersThe Apopka Chief
These two officers, Officer Dalton Whigham and Officer Matthew “Matt” Baker, took an oath to serve and protect. Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley administered the oath.…
Winn-Dixie opens 2nd Apopka location at City CenterThe Apopka Chief
Following over a year of construction, the long-awaited Winn-Dixie has opened its doors at the Apopka City Center as the supermarket chain’s second Apopka location.
Apopka Run Club donates to VFWThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Run Club (ARC) presented VFW Post 10147 with a donation to be used for a meaningful impact on the lives of local veterans.
Anhinga’s meal at Lake Apopka Wildlife DriveThe Apopka Chief
An anhinga feasts on a fish at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and open to…
2023-24 Apopka High SGAThe Apopka Chief
The 2023-2024 Student Government Association of Apopka High School is gearing up for an awesome homecoming season. Under the leadership of President Maiyah Saunderson and Vice…
Blue Darters, Mustangs ready for Friday Night LightsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs football teams held their final week of preseason practice in preparation for the Kickoff Classic games. Ready for Friday…
Despite hot weather, fishin’ has been pretty good locallyThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, we were supposed to get some rain this week, but none so far as I write this. We are still in the dog…
Wekiva will travel to Gainesville to play preseason gameThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva Mustangs are looking to continue what has been an upward trend during the first two seasons under Jeremiah Schwartz.
Darters to play Osceola in preseason Kickoff Classic gameThe Apopka Chief
It’ll be a tough game for both teams and I’m thinking it will be a low-scoring game unless the defenses or special teams score points.
AHS bowlers looking to defend state championshipThe Apopka Chief
A line of succession has been developed within every high school program known first and foremost for perennial state championship contender or blueblood status.