This third installment of a series of catching up with former Apopka Blue Darter athletes takes a little bit of a turn as I spoke this…
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The Wekiva High School boys basketball team recently hosted its annual summer day camp for local youngsters. The campers are taught basic skills by Wekiva coaches…
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Italian cuisine has always been known for its tomatoes, garlic, its olive oil, its appreciation for wine, and for the mysterious way it had of defying…
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Are you having issues with your vehicle? Do you have fleet vehicles that need to be serviced by an honest and professional automobile repair shop? If…
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Two groups, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and ZAPT Elite Scholarship Fund, were presented checks by the Apopka Christian Ministerial Alliance at the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast…
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Nearly 10 years presented many hurdles including property acquisition and COVID. However, that didn’t stop Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) from achieving its end goal: the…
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City administrator Edward Bass died at age 50 from complications related to mouth cancer. Visitation and funeral arrangements have been made.
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This section of the Loop Trail will remain closed for the two weeks since June 5 for the public’s safety due to the road being narrow…
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Citizens and community leaders gathered at the Linda Chapin Theatre inside the Orange County Convention Center to hear Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings’ 2023 State…
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Hello Folks, Well, it feels like summer has arrived, but in fact, it starts June 21, next Wednesday. We have been havin’ some very warm days…
Apopka Fair coming to Kit Land Nelson Park this MarchThe Apopka Chief
Organized by the Rotary Club of Apopka Foundation, Inc. and supported by the City of Apopka, the Apopka Fair has taken its place among the institutions…
Apopka girls lacrosse begins its season against Winter ParkThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters girls lacrosse team began its 2023 season Monday, February 13, with a home match against the Winter Park Wildcats. See more on…
Apopka, Wekiva wrestlers take part in Metro tournamentThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva’s James Mixon, wrestling in the 285 lb. (Heavyweight) division, turns an opponent to his back. See more photos on page 4B.
Even though it’s still February, seasons change for sportsThe Apopka Chief
Except for the Wekiva boys basketball team as well as boys and girls wrestling teams, high school sports in our area have moved on to spring…
Fishin’ hasn’t been very good with lots wind howlingThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you had a great week. I wish I could say the fishin’ is fantastic right now but the gale force winds from…
PEP: Season comes to an end for Apopka High boys basketballThe Apopka Chief
After plating East Ridge in a District 7A-3 first-round game, the Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team saw its season come to an end on Wednesday,…
A.O.K. Tire Mart recommends a coolant flush to get maximum performance from your vehicleThe Apopka Chief
A coolant flush and fill is an important part of preventative maintenance for your cooling system and will help ensure maximum performance from your car’s heating…
Fishin’ is pretty good for specks and bass in local lakesThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and, hopefully, you got a chance to do some fishin’ over the weekend. The fishin’ is…
Blue Darters claim soccer district title, regional playoff victoryThe Apopka Chief
Splitting the difference between two East Ridge players, Apopka’s Anna Samuel kicks the ball Friday, February 3, during the Blue Darters’ victory over the Knights in…
Darters blow away Hurricanes on senior nightThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team downed the Mount Dora Hurricanes for senior night in the final game of the regular season.