Sammie Smith receives check from Misty Taylor, (middle) president of the John Land Apopka Community Trust and John Ricketson (r), former president of the JLACT, and…
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Dr. Phillips, this week’s opponent for the Apopka Blue Darters, has had two completely different outcomes in their 1-1 start,
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SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 FIDEL ANGEL VILLEGAS, 68, of Apopka, Florida passed away on September 20, 2023. Mr. Villegas was born on May 15, 1955 in San…
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The Wekiva Mustangs football team followed a frequently used script for the first contest of a season en route to defeating the Olympia Titans.
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“Defense wins championships.” That’s what many famous football coaches and programs have harped on for years. But you also need to score to win.
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Every member of a district is required to meet the others. Ocoee and Wekiva Mustangs will face off for the 15th time over the past 17…
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It’s always good to see the Apopka Blue Darters come through in the clutch to win a game and that’s just what happened last week.
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Hello Folks, I’m writin’ my article today which is Tuesday, the 29th. I’m waitin’ on the storm and preparin’ for the impact which is goin’ to…
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Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Snowie of Central Florida LLC, a mobile shaved ice vendor, at 444 S. Central Avenue. Along…
Kiwanis Club presents awardsThe Apopka Chief
Kiwanis Club of Apopka, presented its Students of the Year Awards, one each, to thirteen different Apopka area schools. See names on page 7A.
Mayor Nelson rebuts recall articleThe Apopka Chief
I would like to respond to the grounds for recall in last week’s paper (article, “Petition to recall Nelson as mayor is launched,” which appeared on…
Festival winners announcedThe Apopka Chief
The 61st annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival took place on Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30, at Kit Land Nelson Park in downtown Apopka.…
Rodriguez resigns as city attorneyThe Apopka Chief
Michael Rodriguez tendered his resignation as city attorney following a contentious battle with the Apopka City Council over how he performed his job. Rodriguez announced his resignation…
City gathers at prayer breakfastThe Apopka Chief
At the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, the Apopka Christian Ministerial Alliance has given Mayor Bryan Nelson (center, in green tie) the Pillar Award, which recognizes the…
Festival for foliage, art and entertainment a successThe Apopka Chief
Wolf Lake Middle School’s Charlee Hagen sang the National Anthem to open the festival. See festival photos on page 5B.
Spring sports are mixing with spring football practiceThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva players go through passing drills on the first day of spring football practice. The Mustangs will play the spring game against Seminole High School in…
J&K Automotive is a company you can trust for honest and convenient auto repair servicesThe Apopka Chief
Honest Auto Repairs with a smile. If you’ve faced “hidden” charges or been talked into unnecessary service work, then J&K Automotive, Inc. is for you. They…
It’s been windy all over Central Florida as anglers try to make up for lost timeThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, it was a little windy over the weekend and that kept some anglers off the water. Hopefully, this week the wind will settle…
Apopka High baseball, softball participating in postseasonThe Apopka Chief
Apopka’s Riley Ford throws from her knees during the Blue Darters’ 9-8 District 7A-4 tournament against the Lake Mary Rams. See more photos on page 1B.