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.…
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October 2023 obituaries
SpeechBuilders Speech cuts ribbon
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…
J&K Automotive is a company you can trust to help keep you and your family safe while on the road
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,…
Blue Darters still struggling on offense
With quarterback Tyson Davison back on the field for the first time since Apopka hosted West Orange, the Blue Darters had a fighting energy going into…
Mustangs fall to Eagles
A third consecutive loss to the Edgewater Eagles in as many seasons by the same score was the result of mistakes committed by the Wekiva Mustangs.
LANGD Wants You to Know the Most Important Part of Public Natural Gas Week is You!
At Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD), we understand that you, the customer, are the reason why we do what we do. Our team is committed…
Wekiva hosting Naples team that won 2022 1S state title
Minimum expectation for the Wekiva Mustangs and Naples First Baptist Academy Lions entering the 2023 season were returning to the FHSAA playoffs.
Darters look to get back on winning track at Olympia
Normally, for the Apopka Blue Darters football team, it would be a welcome sight to see Olympia on the schedule after a pair of tough losses.
PEP: Blue Darters need to rebound from pair of tough losses
The toughest part of the Apopka Blue Darters’ football schedule proved to be just that, as the Darters lost a second-straight game.
More than 17 lbs. of bass caught
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great week, and hopefully you got a chance to do some fishin’ last weekend or durin’ the week. I wanted…
Mustangs prepare for season with much summer successThe Apopka Chief
The ability to prepare for the upcoming season has been a steady process of improvement with Jeremiah Schwartz as the Wekiva Mustangs’ head coach.
Delgado’s playing, coaching career nearly never startedThe Apopka Chief
Even though he grew up in Apopka, there was little possibility that James Delgado would play football, much less coach it.
July 2023 ObituariesThe Apopka Chief
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
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
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
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.
Zellwood native joins Navy to challenge himself, build careerThe Apopka Chief
According to airman Kaleb Petty, the values required to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Zellwood. Read more on page 6A.
Marsh rabbitThe Apopka Chief
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…
Area to get millions in state projectsThe Apopka Chief
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…
Proposed car wash has uphill battle; Southwick apartments don’tThe Apopka Chief
A proposed car wash again met opposition at a meeting of the city’s Development Review Committee (DRC), while an apartment complex that has been controversial and…