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  • JC Derrick

    J.C. Derrick is publisher for The Apopka Chief. He spent 18 years covering sports, education, and politics in Texas and Washington, D.C., before joining The Apopka Chief in 2025. J.C. is a member of the Florida Press Association Board of Directors.

Relish the Good Times with Natural Gas during National Grilling Month
July 28, 2023
Get ready to turn up the heat because barbecue season is here, and our Lake Apopka Natural Gas District team is excited to help our communities…
Honesty, integrity, and quality service are the standards which Freedom Tire & Automotive live by
July 28, 2023
From the second you walk through their doors, you’ll see how Freedom Tire & Automotive, Inc. stands out from the rest. You’ll feel valued, supported, and…
Since 1988, A.O.K. Tire Mart has been a local, family-owned and operated business
July 28, 2023
It’s hard to believe that the summer break will be ending soon, signaling the start of a new school year. Like most families, there are many…
Rotary Club of Apopka starts fresh year with event
July 28, 2023
The Rotary Club of Apopka had its first community service event of the new Rotary year at Northside Church of Apopka. Read more on page 10A.
Council honors boys bowling team
July 28, 2023
The Apopka City Council recognized the Apopka High School boys bowling team at the council meeting for winning its second national championship, a feat the team…
Downtown mural project and sponsors
July 28, 2023
Representatives of Orlando Health and Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce take time to pose in front of one of the murals created in June. The murals…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Fishin’ is pretty good in areas
July 28, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great week and, hopefully, you got a chance to do some fishin’ over the weekend. Kyle at Bitter’s Bait…
Brotherly love
July 28, 2023
Former Apopka Blue Darter defensive lineman Jalen Carter (facing camera), now with the Philadelphia Eagles, hugs Apopka High football coach Jeff Rolson Saturday, July 22, when…
Media day held for area high school football teams
July 28, 2023
A strong tangible sign that the new football season is approaching, the Florida Citrus Sports High School Football Days took the stage front and center earlier…
Last few days of July are very busy with local sports
July 28, 2023
Even with all the fantastic athletes who participated in various sports at Apopka High School prior and since Donald Scott graduated from Apopka High in 2010,…
City keeps upgrading cemetery, may raise plot feesThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
So far, the upgrade of Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery has included completion of the repaving of the cemetery’s driveways, fencing installation, and process of procuring two new columbariums.
Wildlife Drive to celebrate 8th anniversaryThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Orange Audubon Society will celebrate eight years of the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive’s opening at the drive. The event is free, and no reservations are necessary.
More action from Apopka High baseballThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Apopka second baseman Jeremy Pabon reaches down to put the tag on a Lake Buena Vista runner on during the game.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
After sickness, great to be back as fishin’ in our area is pretty goodThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Hello Folks, Well, it’s great to be back. My wife and I got the flu and it was kinda tough. Things are almost normal and it’s…
Wekiva’s McCoy fires perfect game against Central Florida ChristianThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
One of the more impressive achievements in sports is a perfect game in baseball. Wekiva’s Zion McCoy joined the ranks of pitchers to throw a perfect…
Alyssa Novoa makes her mark at state tennis tournamentThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Apopka Blue Darters girls tennis star Alyssa Novoa, who is only a junior, won her state quarterfinal match getting off to a great start. See more…
Darters begin work toward ‘23 season with spring practiceThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Losing only four starters on each side of the ball, the Apopka Blue Darters football team will be looking for depth throughout the lineup and improvement…
Park Avenue Animal Hospital offers helpful hints to protect pets from fleas and ticksThe Apopka Chief
April 21, 2023
Since 2008, Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing a wide variety of services to keep your furry, four-legged friends in the best of health. With…
Freemasons aid Special OlympicsThe Apopka Chief
April 21, 2023
Orange Lodge No. 36 was honored to aid the Special Olympics Regional Summer Games at Apopka High School by providing the concessions for the participants of…
Proclamation read for Denim DayThe Apopka Chief
April 21, 2023
Mayor Bryan Nelson presented a proclamation to Lui Damiani, executive director of the Victim Service Center of Central Florida, commemorating Wednesday, April 26, as Denim Day.…