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…
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…
AHS girls soccer wins district, first regional gameThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters girls soccer team defeated the East Ridge twice in five days. In the picture, the team celebrates the district title, showing off…
February 2023 obituariesThe Apopka Chief
February 24, 2023 Jorge Velazquez Roman, 72, of Apopka, Florida passed away on February 18, 2023. Mr. Velazquez Roman was born on December 14, 1950 to…
Graceworx Community Church Starting New Sermon Series on February 11The Apopka Chief
Pastor Jim Coffin will begin a new weekly sermon series on Saturday, February 11, at Graceworx Community Church. The series will run through June. Titled Kings, Prophets…
Passionity cuts ribbonThe Apopka Chief
Greater Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Passionity Steak and Sushi Bar, 2107 E Semoran Blvd., Apopka, with a grand opening ribbon cutting. Members of the…
First responders compete in BBQ challengeThe Apopka Chief
The AFD won the bragging rights for first place. They received the top prize. As runners-up, the Apopka Police Department (APD) received a check to go…
Film on area human trafficking has world premiereThe Apopka Chief
Hosted by actor Dean Cain during Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the film premiere included introductions by Dean himself; Jason Campbell, president of JC Films Studios; and…
AHS boys soccer team plays in district tourney semifinalsThe Apopka Chief
Apopka goalie Hayden Koscicki (r) defends the goal as an East Ridge player gets the ball into the keeper box. See more photos on page 5B.
Apopka girls soccer plays Evans in district gameThe Apopka Chief
MacKenzie Meyerer kicks the ball past an Evans player during District 7A-3 quarterfinal round game. See more photos on page 4B.
Next two months are great times for fishin’ in our areaThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, We are in February and we are lookin’ for some great fishin’ over the next two months. This is probably the best two months to catch…