The Apopka Youth Council (AYC) addressed the issue of mental health among teens in a bid to destigmatize the topic in its Teen Mental Health Town…
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Youth group hosts mental health town hall
Apopka Fair takes over weekend with rides, food, fun
For 23 years, when spring comes, the feeling of “that time of the year” pervades the Apopka area as the Apopka Fair draws near.
Apopka Police swears in new officers on March 6
Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinney (forefront) swears in the following officers at City Hall: Amanda Merrill, Brendan Tomlin, Ruister Jose Acevedo and Kenny Lucas (l-r).
Mustangs, Blue Darters are very active in several sports
Wekiva High’s cheerleaders were at RP Funding Center in Lakeland to support the basketball team in the Class 6A state semifinals. The Apopka Blue Darters softball…
Apopka High girls finish in state wrestling tournament
It was successful as the Darters placed at the state championship meet and realized the goal of moving into the top five in Florida.
Mustangs play in state semifinal
Wekiva’s Austin Rolle drives to the bucket to attempt a shot in the state semifinal game.
Wekiva baseball now 7-0
The Wekiva Mustangs baseball team moved to 7-0 on the season after downing Windermere Prep 4-3 on Tuesday, March 7. In the picture at the left,…
As seasons progress, Apopka spring sports having some success
It’s been an up-and-down year for the Apopka Blue Darters baseball team.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital is your other family doctor that provides care from head to tail
Since 2008, Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing a wide variety of services to keep your furry, four-legged friends in the best of health. With…
Avoid costly auto repairs with preventive maintenance from Freedom Tire & Automotive
For most people, vehicles hold the utmost importance in their day-to-day activities: work, shopping, school, extracurricular activities, church, eating out, going to the movies, doctor’s appointments,…
Apopka Blue Darters girls soccer team plays WindermereThe Apopka Chief
The host Apopka Blue Darters girls soccer team defeated Windermere 5-1 on December 14 in a Metro Conference match. In the photo at the far left,…
December 2022 obituariesThe Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022 Malika Vekeysia Stevenson, Apopka, passed away on December 20. She was born on November 4, 1975, in Detroit, Michigan. Mrs. Stevenson is preceded…
A.O.K. Tire Mart reminds you to be prepared before hitting the roads this holidayThe Apopka Chief
Traveling for the holidays? Road trips planned to visit relatives? A mechanical once-over for your vehicle before taking to the highways could prevent breakdowns or being…
Public Invited to Hear Dickens Carolers at Graceworx Community Church Dec. 24The Apopka Chief
The Dickens Carolers, who’ve been inspiring Central Florida audiences for the past 30 years with their performances of the music of Christmas, will sing at Graceworx…
Apopka’s Rock Springs Realty, your local market experts, whether you’re buying or selling!The Apopka Chief
“Is it a good time to sell? Or might it be a better time to buy? Either way, let’s take a look at what the numbers…
Apopka girls soccer dominates Mount Dora in 9-1 winThe Apopka Chief
Freshman Robyn Pickard kicks the ball as the Blue Darters downed Mount Dora.
Boy Scouts help outThe Apopka Chief
J.P. Hodgkins of local Boy Scouts Troop 10 chose to do his Life Service Project, along with several other Boy Scouts and fathers from Troop 10…
New police officer takes oath of officeThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley (r) administers oath of office to Christian “Chris” Cruz as a new officer at Apopka City Hall on Thursday, December 8.
Blue Darters seeking fourth state championshipThe Apopka Chief
The Blue Darters (11-3) and Explorers (13-1) have split their two previous meetings in state-title games.
35 years of mail deliveryThe Apopka Chief
On Wednesday, December 7, the Post Office celebrated 35 years of public service to the Apopka community on Park Avenue. The current postmaster is Shalain Williams…