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  • JC Derrick

    J.C. Derrick is publisher for The Apopka Chief. He spent 18 years covering sports, education, and politics in Texas and Washington, D.C., before joining The Apopka Chief in 2025. J.C. is a member of the Florida Press Association Board of Directors.

Did banks’ collapses impact city’s funds?
March 24, 2023
Find out if the recent failures of major U.S. banks earlier this month have impacted the city of Apopka’s funds?  See 1A for details.
Council votes on land-use change for one acre
March 24, 2023
The Apopka City Council votes on adopting an ordinance amending the future land use of a one-acre city-owned vacant land.  Find out more on 1A.
Cookies and Milk with a Cop
March 24, 2023
The Apopka Police Department had its monthly Cookies and Milk with a Cop at the North Orange Branch Library in Apopka. Children and families enjoyed meeting…
Apopka girls lacrosse in action this week
March 24, 2023
Asia Jones shoots to score a goal for Apopka against the Horizon Hawks. See more photos on page 5B.
Apopka girls beach volleyball in action this week
March 24, 2023
Addison Evans dives to try to keep a rally alive during the game against the Lake Highland Prep Highlanders. See more photos on page 5B.
Apopka High baseball plays over spring break
March 24, 2023
In the final game of the spring break event, the Darters played against Ponderosa High of Parker, Colo. See more photos on page 3B.
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District Celebrates Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day
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 problem
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 Year
March 17, 2023
Austin Duran joined the fire department as a Fire Explorer while in high school.
Planning Commission board member retires after 8 years
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.
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…
Christmas a joy for kids thanks to Jalen CarterThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
About 75 youngsters at the Boys and Girls Club in Apopka got a special Christmas surprise when they received gifts and pizza at an event put…
Girls wrestling still getting better at AHSThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
The Apopka Blue Darters girls wrestling team has demonstrated that the team is primed to take the next step.
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…
Republican club installs new officersThe Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
Northwest Orange Republican Women Federated (NORWF) board members for 2023 were installed by Officiant Mayor Bryan Nelson on Thursday, December 15. The installation was performed at…
Apopka Pop WarnerThe Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
Apopka Pop Warner 14U team was recognized at the Wednesday, December 21 city council meeting for winning a 2022 National Championship.
AHS Boys BowlersThe Apopka Chief
December 23, 2022
At the Wednesday night, December 21, city council meeting the Apopka High School boys bowling team received a special recognition for winning a 16th state title.