In 2015, if one were to tell Keetonia Wilson that in 2023 she would overcome hardship to become a proud homeowner she would not have believed…
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Darters finish up summer work as practice starts July 31
The Apopka Blue Darters football team are seen continuing to put in work in the weightroom during summer workouts. See more photos on page 3B.
Top lakes, outdoor show among the many activities lately
Hello Folks, What a great week last week in Central Florida. BASS released its top 100 lakes in the United States. Florida had three lakes in…
Lots going on now with former Apopka-area athletes
I’d like to congratulate former Wekiva pitcher Logan Gilbert for recording his first complete game as a Major League Baseball pitcher. This week’s former Blue Darter…
Apopka coach Jeff Rolson will be part of 10th Crying Towel
The basic premise of the event is for the coaches to give their preview for the upcoming high school football season.
Summer workouts winding down for AHS football players
Apopka Blue Darters football players are getting in their last workouts as they will take next week off.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital offers summer safety tips to keep your pets safe and healthy
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Visit Essential Eyecare & Optical soon and check out their sunglass sale, up to 50% off frames
Summer brings with it fun outdoor activities like lounging on the beach or by the pool, taking vacations, and a host of outdoor sports. But as…
Ribbon cut for new covered ring
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings (center left) and Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore (center right) cut the ribbon of Orange County Parks and…
Jewelry crafter one of many festival vendorsThe Apopka Chief
Winter Park jewelry crafter Wesley Roll is one of dozens of fine artists and crafts vendors who will be at the 61st annual Apopka Art and…
Prayer Breakfast will be on May 4The Apopka Chief
This year’s event will include an inspirational message from keynote speaker Claud Bowers, the founder and president of SuperChannel Worship Ministries, Inc.
Anhinga magnificenceThe Apopka Chief
This anhinga spreads its wings at Lake Apopka, one of many inhabitants of the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The St. Johns River Water Management District continues…
The Importance of National Safe Digging Month and Locator Safety Appreciation WeekThe Apopka Chief
April is National Safe Digging Month, and we at Lake Apopka Natural Gas District use this month as an opportunity to educate our communities to work…
Local board recommends restaurant planThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Planning Commission voted unanimously, 4-0, to recommend approval of the major development plan for the casual restaurant and sports bar.
Apopka High beach volleyball, softball continue seasonsThe Apopka Chief
Giovana Moulder returns a shot in a beach volleyball match against Lake Highland Prep. Alicia Lopez fires the ball from second base to first to record…
AHS baseball, flag football continue their winning waysThe Apopka Chief
Lefthander Jackson Meyerer pitched the final two innings for the Blue Darters in the Metro Conference West Division tournament against the Horizon Hawks. Lauren Jones throws…
Blue Darter in state tennis tourneyThe Apopka Chief
Staying focused on the task ahead, but not dwelling on it so much that it consumes her is Alyssa Novoa’s goal as the Apopka Blue Darters…
Wekiva baseball now 15-5 with wins over DP, OlympiaThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva has improved far beyond being an afterthought. Now in the third season under coach Mike Scudero. See more photos on page 6B.
Mustangs begin spring football next weekThe Apopka Chief
Personnel turnover within the Wekiva Mustangs football program is the most stable under Jeremiah Schwartz’s leadership as spring practice begins.