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  • Mason Gray

    Mason Gray is a UCF journalism student and an Apopka Chief correspondent.

The Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
Continuing the summer series seeking to catch up with Apopka-area athletes, coaches, or others involving with sports, I’m going way back this week to catch up…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Deaconess Jennell Simmons was born Jennell Payne, on June 12, 1921. Read more on page 10A.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
On May 6th, Senior Night at Apopka High School Awards program saw an Agriculture and FFA senior, Reilly Redcliffe, receive the CCP Agricultural Scholarship for 2023.…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
A ribbon cutting celebrated the finished rehabilitation of a one-mile stretch on U.S. 441.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Artists painted several murals in downtown Apopka as part of a community-wide effort to usher in more visual beauty and vitality to the area. See more…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Jones quarterback Dereon Coleman is brought down by Apopka defensive lineman Kevin Roberts (r) and Lorenzo Payne. See more photos on page 3B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week. One week sure makes a difference. Last week we had some rain and breezy days but…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Coach Mike Scudero has guided the Wekiva program over the last three seasons through the transformation and continuation of reaching the next step.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
This summer, I am planning to do several columns in this space about some of the former Apopka High School athletes and coaches.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Perhaps training taking place during the summer months is of the most value. The process of righting the end of the previous season for basketball teams…
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District Celebrates Natural Gas Utility Workers’ DayThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Every year on March 18th, we at Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) show appreciation for the hard work and dedication our natural gas utility workers…
Central Florida Audiology notes hearing loss is not just an ear problemThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Hearing loss can be challenging enough with its profound effect on communication and quality of life, but did you know it can accompany other chronic conditions…
Duran named 2022 Firefighter of YearThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Austin Duran joined the fire department as a Fire Explorer while in high school.
Planning Commission board member retires after 8 yearsThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Linda Laurendeau was presented a proclamation and flowers by Mayor Bryan Nelson at the meeting honoring her hard work and volunteering efforts to the community.
An eye on an ibisThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
This glossy ibis forages for food at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive recently. The entrance gate to the wildlife drive is located at 2850 Lust Rd.,…
Masons clean up roadsThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
The Masons have been doing a lot lately in the Apopka community.  The brothers of Orange Lodge No. 36 Masonic Lodge in Apopka believe in service…
Fair and car show have gorgeous weatherThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Saturday, March 11, was a wonderful day for Apopka’s annual fair and car show which was enjoyed by the many visitors. See more photos on page…
AHS baseball only sports activity during spring breakThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Coach Bobby Brewer has his team playing in an event at The First Academy, which is affiliated with the First Baptist Church of Orlando. See more…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Specks bitin’ in Harris ChainThe Apopka Chief
March 17, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope you had a great weekend and, hopefully, you got a chance to go fishin’. Last week, the specks were bitin’ in the…