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The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Winter season is here and we’re now experiencing slightly cooler weather. Some leaves are now starting to fall, grass has temporarily stopped growing, and many animals…
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Cate Manley, President of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mina Robinson, President of Small Business Advocates of Central Florida, team up to get the most…
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Up to around 75 attended the meeting that lasted about 2½ hours.
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce conducted its first Gather and Grow installment of 2023 at the Hilton Garden Inn at the Apopka City Center on…
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
This bald eagle soars through the air over the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on Friday, January 20. The entrance gate to the wildlife drive is located…
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Michaela Moss looks toward the bucket as she prepares to shoot the ball.
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
The postseason is rapidly approaching for winter sports as the district tournaments started this week past press time. Read more on page 3B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Hello Folks, We have some cooler weather comin’ our way this weekend. I’m sure that’s goin’ to affect the fishin’ just a little. The good news…
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
The postseason begins with the Metro Conference championship meet and the goal is within reach.
The Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
The Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball team played Metro Conference foe Evans High at the Evans gym. See more photos on page 4B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Fishin’ has been much better in our lakes, riversThe Apopka Chief
August 12, 2022
Hello Folks, I hope y’all had a great weekend and you got a chance to do some fishin’. I just talked to Kyle at Bitter’s Bait…
Anticipation building toward prep preseason gamesThe Apopka Chief
August 12, 2022
While we’re all still slogging through the heat and humidity of August in Central Florida, high school football teams around the state are practicing with anticipation…
Preseason football practice continues for Blue DartersThe Apopka Chief
August 12, 2022
Nearly every defensive player takes part in the gang tackle during preseason practice. See more photos on page 6B.
Apopka coach Rolson will take part in Crying Towel eventThe Apopka Chief
August 12, 2022
The ninth-annual event is hosted by Talkin’ Old School with Roger Franklin Williams radio program and will feature presentations by head coaches.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Central Florida’s hot summer months keep anglers off waterThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Hello Folks, Just one more month and with a little luck, we should get some cooler weather. It’s been so hot that not many folks are gettin’…
2022 Best of Apopka Readers’ Choice Awards starts August 19The Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Voting for the 2022 Best of Apopka Readers’ Choice Awards will begin Friday, August 19. Sponsored by The Apopka Chief and The Planter, the Best of…
Land conservation tops Moore’s list of achievementsThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Incumbent Christine Moore, from Apopka, is campaigning for her second four-year term as Orange County District 2 commissioner, running against challengers Chris Delgado, CEO of consulting…
Future road improvements involve U.S. 441, City CenterThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Mayor Bryan Nelson gave an update on several upcoming road improvements throughout the city of Apopka, including the ones at intersections, particularly along U.S. Highway 441…
Nelson’s Insurance Services explains the raising of rates and non-renewals of home insuranceThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Florida is experiencing an exodus, but it’s not from residents relocating; rather, it’s an exodus of home insurance companies. While this would be concerning in any…
Call Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center, they’ll exceed your automotive repair expectationsThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Owning and running an auto repair shop can be greatly rewarding. The automotive industry is fast-paced, and exciting. Successful shops have many moving parts that need…