Lorena Potter, (l), president of Foliage Sertoma Club, welcomes new members of the club who were installed at a luncheon by Mayor Bryan Nelson (r). The…
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Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka presents honors at annual awards luncheon
Apopka Rotary installs new president, presents awards
Sam Worell, (l), area governor of Rotary District 6980, installs Mike Polan as president of Rotary Club of Apopka. See more photos on page 11A.
Zellwood native joins Navy to challenge himself, build career
According to airman Kaleb Petty, the values required to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Zellwood. Read more on page 6A.
Marsh rabbit
A marsh rabbit surveys his area recently along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and…
Area to get millions in state projects
In his update from the Florida Legislature’s 2023 session, state Rep. Doug Bankson told the Apopka City Council that the state budget has more than $10…
Proposed car wash has uphill battle; Southwick apartments don’t
A proposed car wash again met opposition at a meeting of the city’s Development Review Committee (DRC), while an apartment complex that has been controversial and…
Work continuing toward downtown food hall
Behind-the-scenes paperwork continues in downtown Apopka where the four owners of Propagate Social House downtown on Fifth Avenue plan to open up a food hall where…
Apopka Little League All-Stars fall to Dr. Phillips in tournament
Apopka Little League 10-12 All-Stars took on Dr. Phillips All-Stars on Friday, June 23, during the All-Star playoffs. See more photos on page 3B.
Copious amounts of rain helped replenish lakes, rivers
Hello Folks, Well, we finally got some rain and, boy, did we need it. The lakes were gettin’ kinda low and I know Lake Monroe really…
Apopka High bowling team adds 2nd national title
The Apopka Blue Darters’ purpose for competing was to re-establish itself as the preeminent force in the sport of bowling.
Wekiwa Springs mural is dedicatedThe Apopka Chief
The community dedicated a new mural highlighting Wekiwa Springs flora and fauna as part of the residents’ persistent efforts to rescue Wekiwa Springs from blight and…
Apopka, Wekiva high school sports teams continue onThe Apopka Chief
Miguel Acosta fires the ball toward home plate for the Wekiva Mustangs during the game with Central Florida Christian Academy. Apopka flag football quarterback Lauren Jones…
Columnist back in town after visit to BassMaster eventThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I’m back. My wife, Shirley, and I had a great vacation, and we are glad to be back in Zellwood. The trip was great,…
AHS girls lacrosse sports 12-3 record headed to postseasonThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High team that has the best record this spring is the girls lacrosse squad.
Wekiva boys basketball leader wins coach-of-year awardsThe Apopka Chief
Coach Gersino Lubin has overseen the Wekiva program over the last several seasons through the transformation and continuation of reaching the next step.
Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs play softballThe Apopka Chief
During a softball game on Monday, April 3, between the host Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs, Apopka’s Shylah Pino slides in safely at third base…
April obituaries 2023The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023 DENNIS LEE MARTIN, Sr., born September 7, 1949, son of James Martin (deceased) and Sarah Martin (deceased), passed peacefully into eternity on April…
Master Muffler & Brake Center knows that car maintenance is crucial to avoid breakdownsThe Apopka Chief
You’ve invested thousands of dollars in your vehicle, so you want to be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. This is not the only reason to…
Student Government AssociationThe Apopka Chief
Members of Apopka High School’s (AHS) Student Government Association and National Honor Society teamed up to work in the community to improve Votaw and Thompson roads.
Miller’s Ale House development plan submitted to cityThe Apopka Chief
The proposed Miller’s Ale House, to be built at 505 and 555 E. Main Street as part of the Apopka City Center.