Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka recognized Monday, October 2, as World Habitat Day by continuing to build homes in the Apopka area and raising awareness about the…
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Rev. Dr. H.L. Dericho, 1934-2023
The community mourns the loss of Rev. Dr. Herman Lee Dericho, who died at 88 years of age. Dericho was pastor for 60 years at New…
Child arrested in shooting
After further investigation, Apopka police have arrested and charged an 11-year-old juvenile with attempted second-degree murder in the shooting at the Northwest Recreation Complex, which resulted…
City Hall lights up in awareness of rare health condition
About 25 people gathered outside Apopka City Hall in an illumination of the building to commemorate September as Chiari Malformation Awareness Month.
Church sees students ‘at the Pole’
A community church in Apopka and members of their prayer team connected with students of Apopka Memorial Middle School at the school flag pole. The purpose…
Wekiwa Springs Baptist Church is growing faith, friendships, and families
For just a moment, forget everything you’ve ever thought of when it comes to church. Instead, picture a community of people who are striving together to…
Dogtopia Apopka cuts ribbon
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, local business owners and community leaders cut the ribbon for Dogtopia of Orlando-Apopka. Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson holds a pair…
AFD participate in 5K run
Apopka Fire Lieutenant Justin Joseph, engineer Antonio Batista, and firefighter Xavier Tulli-Miller participated in the annual Tunnel to Towers Foundation 5K Run and Walk in New…
Four men sentenced for robbery spree that included Apopka stores
United States District Judge Paul G. Byron has sentenced four individuals, all from Orlando, in connection with their robbery spree of businesses in Florida including two…
Black crowned heron
Visitors can see wildlife such as this juvenile black crowned night heron at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The…
Work continuing toward downtown food hallThe Apopka Chief
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
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.
Copious amounts of rain helped replenish lakes, riversThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, we finally got some rain and, boy, did we need it. The lakes were gettin’ kinda low and I know Lake Monroe really…
Apopka High bowling team adds 2nd national titleThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters’ purpose for competing was to re-establish itself as the preeminent force in the sport of bowling.
Thinking about buying new construction? Let Rock Springs Realty assist in the right move for youThe Apopka Chief
Are you curious to know if purchasing a new construction home is a better deal and value than a resale home? When you’re exploring these options,…
Prevesk on UF baseball team; King now out of collegeThe Apopka Chief
Hannah King graduated from Apopka High in 2017. She spent her college basketball time living through COVID, at Iona University in New Rochelle, New York. Matt…
The History of the Natural Gas Industry & Lake Apopka Natural Gas DistrictThe Apopka Chief
For over 60 years, we at Lake Apopka Natural Gas District have prided ourselves on the safe, clean, and reliable delivery of natural gas as an…
10 Hearing Aid Myths We’re Busting. Let’s get to the facts, so you can get to better hearing!The Apopka Chief
Are these misconceptions standing between you and needed care? We’re breaking down 10 hearing aid myths that can be a barrier to better hearing health. Some…
Everyday HeroThe Apopka Chief
Tammy Perkins, founder of Nyterria – Girls on the Move Corp., was recognized by Spectrum News 13’s “A Salute to Everyday Heroes” 2022 as the Public…
Louisiana National Guard HonoreeThe Apopka Chief
Command Sergeant Major (Retired) Dennis J. Sapp, a 1979 Apopka High School graduate, will be inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Louisiana National Guard…