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The Apopka Chief
May 12, 2023
Not only does the situation involving the offensive line translate to the defense serving as the anchor for the time being, the defense is also the…
The Apopka Chief
May 12, 2023
Apopka’s Anthony DeVita fires the ball toward home plate, as he starts the District 7A-4 championship game held at Lake Brantley High School. Apopka’s season ended…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
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…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
Community leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs (pictured, Samuel Vilchez Santiago, State of Florida Director for the American Business Immigration Coalition) participated in a conversation about the key…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
Kiwanis Club of Apopka, presented its Students of the Year Awards, one each, to thirteen different Apopka area schools. See names on page 7A.
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
The Northwest Orange Republican Women Federated (NORWF) will welcome Mary Flynn to speak about her book “Confessions of a Hallmark Greeting Card Writer.” Read more on…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
I would like to respond to the grounds for recall in last week’s paper (article, “Petition to recall Nelson as mayor is launched,” which appeared on…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
Apopka High School alumnus Jalen Carter was the ninth pick of the first round of the 2023 NFL draft.
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
The 61st annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival took place on Saturday and Sunday, April 29 and 30, at Kit Land Nelson Park in downtown Apopka.…
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2023
Michael Rodriguez tendered his resignation as city attorney following a contentious battle with the Apopka City Council over how he performed his job.  Rodriguez announced his resignation…
Frozen blueberriesThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
With temperatures in the high 20s, ice formed on these blueberry bushes located at H&A Farms on Jones Avenue in Zellwood after the sprinklers were run…
Public meeting on Clear Water Lake flooding to meetThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
The city will hold a public meeting to discuss the Clear Water Lake flooding issues at Apopka City Hall.
Lots of activities going on in Apopka High School sportsThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Bringing the ball up the court for Apopka is Janiya  Johnson during the game against Ponte Vedra in the Bishop Moore tourney. See more photos on…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Cold weather keeps most anglers off the lakes, river over ChristmasThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Hello Folks, Well, it’s soon to be 2023 and another year is in the books. We have had some cold weather over the Christmas holidays, and…
College football bowl season winding down as January beginsThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Bowl season is winding down for college football teams, but New Year’s weekend is a busy one with all the New Year’s Six bowls, plus a…
AHS football team dedicates weightroom to late Phil KingThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
A fundraising project of about 3-1/2 years came to completion this month when the Apopka Blue Darters football team opened its refurbished weightroom and named the…
Mustangs already have double-digit victoriesThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Scoring an average of 69.5 points while giving up 50.3, the Mustangs have been dominant far more often than not.
Wekiwa Springs Baptist Church is growing faith, friendships, and familiesThe Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
For just a moment, forget everything you’ve ever thought of when it comes to church. Instead, picture a community of people who are striving together to…
Looking Back and Giving Thanks – Happy Holidays from Lake Apopka Natural Gas District!The Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
With the holiday season upon us and the end of 2022 fast approaching, we at Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) are happy to say that…
Christmas parade heldThe Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
On Saturday, December 10, the 46th annual Christmas parade sponsored by Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka and the City of Apopka was held. Over 80 entries…