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The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Raising for Second Chance Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, Asher, a 10-year-old border collie, was elected the first Honorary Apopka Dog Mayor.
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Area schools prepare for upcoming football season.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Hello Folks, If it gets any hotter, I won’t be able to run my A/C any longer. My power bill is higher now than any time…
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Roger Franklin Williams, who broadcasts not only each Apopka High School football game but also has weekly Blue Darter Sports Central programs on the radio, will…
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
The 2023 Dave Powers Crying Towel dinner and radio program will be held at Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster. The program will feature after-dinner presentations by…
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Today marks one week before the 2023 season begins with the preseason game. As is also the custom, the Wekiva Mustangs’ purpose for practicing shifts from…
The Apopka Chief
August 11, 2023
Former Apopka Blue Darters football great Sammie Smith has written a book that will be released later this month.
The Apopka Chief
August 7, 2023
August 25, 2023 Thomas A. Hurst, 62, of Apopka, Florida passed away on August 03, 2023. Mr. Hurst was born on October 18, 1960 in Orlando,…
The Apopka Chief
August 4, 2023
The Apopka City Council voted 3-1 on a resolution to censure the mayor “for misleading the City Council, and by the same actions, the people of…
The Apopka Chief
August 4, 2023
From 6 qualifying in 2021 to 16 riders in 2023 Apopka’s very own Racewood Equine once again traveled to Perry, Georgia for The National Barrel Horse…
Wildlife Drive to be open despite maintenanceThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive will have its normal opening, unaffected by maintenance that contractors will do on roadwork on the property.
AHS softball team versus Ocoee in Metro Conference gameThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Pitcher Sarah Sosa keeps her eyes on the plate as she fires the ball during the Conference West Division tournament against Ocoee.
Apopka High School baseball faces rival West OrangeThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
After Brady Roberts’ (r) running catch in deep right-center field that saved multiple runs in the fifth inning, he’s met with congratulations from Anthony DeVita.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Rain is definitely needed throughout all Central FloridaThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Hello Folks, I sure hope you had a great Easter weekend, and you celebrated with your church and family that He is Risen. My family and…
Apopka High’s Alyssa Novoa plays for district tennis titleThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Alyssa Novoa played against Jessica Maras, her Lake Mary opponent for the district title in the District 4A-3 tournament held at Sanlando Park in Altamonte Springs.…
Apopka Blue Darters versus Wekiva Mustangs in boys volleyballThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Devon Bolling slams the ball for the Apopka Blue Darters during the game on Tuesday, April 11
Changing driving habits and vehicle maintenance can help reduce your gas costsThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
You’ve seen it at the gas pump… gas prices are rising. And if you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, you’ll find car…
AHS boys lacrosse battle Ocoee in district playoff contestThe Apopka Chief
April 14, 2023
Samuel Nuebel tries to gain control of the ball during Apopka’s district tournament playoff with the Ocoee Knights. See more photos on page 3B.
Medical facility cuts ribbonThe Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
On Friday, March 31, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce cut the ribbon for Casillas Medical and Wellness, located at 1706 E. Semoran Blvd. Board-certified family…
Since 1988, A.O.K. Tire Mart has been a local, family-owned and operated businessThe Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
Spring is here and summer is just around the corner. Summer is the season for beaches, barbecues, and breakdowns. Even though summer usually means fun, the…