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…
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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…
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Hello Folks, Summer has arrived and if you haven’t been outside, it’s hot. It’s gonna be a hot one this summer but, hey, what’s new, right?…
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Fourteen seniors were honored by ZAPT Elite Inc as Founders Day Scholarship recipients. The program was held at St. Paul AME Church.
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The city of Apopka’s Parks and Recreation Department hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the renovations to the Fran Carlton Center including new flooring, lighting, updated…
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A nonprofit organization awarded scholarships to six middle school students in a ceremony that was held at the Billie Dean Community Center in Apopka.
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During his three-day stay, Nathaniel Plummer will call on members of Congress to renew the Special Diabetes Program, a federal program currently funded at $150 million…
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Veterans, including those from VFW Post 10147 located in Apopka such as Lou Boria, participated in the annual flag retirement ceremony held at Reiter Park, Longwood.…
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Apopka Little League baseball and softball teams competed against other area teams this past week in district tournaments. While the Apopka teams didn’t fare well on…
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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…
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.
Apopka claims first district tournament gameThe Apopka Chief
Jermichael Johnson (l) and Philip Tepper both reach for a loose ball in the Blue Darters’ victory over the East Ridge Knights. See more photos on…
Season ends for Apopka High girls basketball squadThe Apopka Chief
The Blue Darters finished the season with a 17-9 record, just barely missing the Region 7A-1 playoffs. In the picture, coach Brittany Hardy talks to the…
Police Chief thanks RotaryThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Chief of Police Michael McKinley presented the Rotary Club of Apopka with a special thank you for its donation and support for the Apopka Area…
Senior night a success for Darters in final regular-season gameThe Apopka Chief
Elijah Louis goes up for a shot in Apopka’s victory over the Mount Dora Hurricanes.
Miller’s Ale House coming to Apopka City CenterThe Apopka Chief
The sports-themed casual dining restaurant Miller’s Ale House will come to Apopka, as announced at a press conference at the Apopka City Center Hilton Garden Inn.
Wekiwa Springs mural is finishedThe Apopka Chief
Local artist Delia Miller recently completed a mural as part of the People of Wekiwa Springs’ beautification movement to improve the Wekiwa Springs area. Miller, a…
Crossing guards honoredThe Apopka Chief
The city of Apopka celebrated Crossing Guard Appreciation Day in Florida on Friday, February 3. Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley (l) and Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson…
King Buffet Chinese Restaurant has been a local favorite for over a decadeThe Apopka Chief
At King Buffet Chinese Restaurant, you will always find an abundant variety of fresh and delicious foods. You will also find their service to be top-notch…