Bill Cowles has been an integral part of the Orange County Elections Office since 1989. Read more on page 7A.
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The Blue Darters finished the season with a 17-9 record, just barely missing the Region 7A-1 playoffs. In the picture, coach Brittany Hardy talks to the…
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Lloyd Kennedy of Apopka developer Finfrock has been named president of Florida Prestressed Concrete Association’s (FPCA) executive board of directors for the 2023-2025 term. Read more…
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Apopka Chief of Police Michael McKinley presented the Rotary Club of Apopka with a special thank you for its donation and support for the Apopka Area…
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The sports-themed casual dining restaurant Miller’s Ale House will come to Apopka, as announced at a press conference at the Apopka City Center Hilton Garden Inn.
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Local artist Delia Miller recently completed a mural as part of the People of Wekiwa Springs’ beautification movement to improve the Wekiwa Springs area. Miller, a…
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Arlen “Cosmo” Mizell, a devoted community service volunteer for 57 years who founded multiple clubs and earned a humanitarian award for his efforts, passed away at…
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The city of Apopka celebrated Crossing Guard Appreciation Day in Florida on Friday, February 3. Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley (l) and Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson…
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At King Buffet Chinese Restaurant, you will always find an abundant variety of fresh and delicious foods. You will also find their service to be top-notch…
Exhibit now open at museumThe Apopka Chief
The Museum of the Apopkans opened a new exhibit celebrating the Farmworkers Association of Apopka and their stories, featuring the quilt work of a former farmworker…
Blue Darters hold final preseason practices this weekThe Apopka Chief
Blue Darters’ defensive line coach Matt Anderson (r) watches as players go through technique drills. See more photos on page 5B.
State has grants available for high school fishing teamsThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Back-to-school season is under way. Florida parents, teachers, and school staff can now apply for funding to support school fishin’ clubs for students. The…
Darters host Osceola for preseasonThe Apopka Chief
For the Apopka Blue Darters and Kissimmee Osceola Kowboys, the preseason Kickoff Classic is the best time to face each other.
Wekiva Mustangs continue to prepare for upcoming seasonThe Apopka Chief
Head coach Jeremiah Schwartz demonstrates a handoff to a running back during practice. See more photos on page 1C.
August 2022 obituariesThe Apopka Chief
August 26, 2022 MINNIE BELLE CAMPBELL, 95, Apopka, died Friday, August 19. She was born in Spout Springs, Virginia. She was an original employee of Liggett…
2022 Best of Apopka Awards is postponed because of staffing issuesThe Apopka Chief
After reviewing program updates and confirming the needs for the 2022 Best of Apopka Reader’s Choice Awards, The Apopka Chief will be postponing this event due…
Visit Essential Eyecare & Optical, your family eye doctor is waiting for you!The Apopka Chief
As you prepare your kids to head to school this fall, remember to consider their eye care needs. Approximately 25 percent of all school-age children have…
Police are searching for Apopka manThe Apopka Chief
Police are searching for a missing Apopka man, Elder Mazariegos, who was last seen on Monday, August 8, at his home. Read more on page 8A.
City Council Seat 3 candidates face off in 90-min forumThe Apopka Chief
In a 90-minute forum, Apopka City Council Seat 3 candidates Lynetta Johnson and Kyle Becker addressed questions broached to them including their goals if elected.