We saw a drop of about 6,600 students this year alone. Looking at enrollment over the last three years, district enrollment declined by approximately 8,667 students, representing a…
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OP-ED: OCPS weighing school closures
OP-ED: ‘Sheducation’ – A high degree of useful knowledge
Last week, I undecorated and found that there is not enough room in my office for the stuff that used to be there and there’s no longer enough room…
OP-ED: Band performances illustrate life-shaping school experiences
Our Apopka Blue Darter and Wekiva Mustang marching bands certainly had a great break. Both of our local bands were honored to be invited to participate in very special…
OP-ED: Property tax is the phantom menace
It’s the beginning of a brand new year, and in just a few short days the Florida Legislature will kick off the new 2026 session. Now that the tinsel is put away (or soon will…
The fishin’ is great, so let’s go catch ’em
Happy New Year to each and every one of you! And, we are off to the some great fishin' in 2026. The fishin' this year is off to a great start so far, and…
OP-ED: Chief aims to foster good political dialogue
Apopka may not be a sacred temple, but it’s the place we call home — and a mayoral race is upon us. Between now and March 10, The Apopka…
OP-ED: Be all that you can be — or at least some of it
When I was much younger, New Year’s resolutions were almost as common as Christmas cards. People made lists: “I’m going to quit drinking, cut down on coffee, lose 25 pounds, lower my golf…
Specks on fire heading into the new year
Right now, the speck fishin’ is on fire, if you know where to go. I saw a post this past week that a group of anglers went fishin’ out of Highland Park Fish Camp.
OP-ED: Local news matters more than ever
The Apopka Chief recently held its first-ever membership event this month in the downtown area. The gathering took place at Soulicious Vegan Kitchen at Hall’s on Fifth, where…
Over 50 groups joined in Halloween in the Park
The annual tradition of the Apopka Parks and Recreation Department’s Halloween in the Park event was one of the biggest in city history on Saturday, Oct. 25 at…
FWC reports that fish kill on Lake Apopka is due to algae bloomThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week, and you are enjoyin’ a few warm days this week. The weather has been just awesome and…
WHS girls basketball beat Evans, advance in tournamentThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva girls’ basketball team advanced past the first round of the 2025 FHSAA Girls Basketball 6A District 5 Tournament with a dominant victory over Evans.
Boys water polo season starts with a win over Bishop MooreThe Apopka Chief
This week marked the beginning of the Apopka water polo season, and the Blue Darters started off right with a win for the boys team.
Apopka boys basketball falls to Bartow, dominates East RidgeThe Apopka Chief
This week, the Apopka boys’ basketball team began their postseason journey with their first game of the 2025 FHSAA Boys Basketball 7A District 3 Tournament.
Wekiva basketball falls to East River, end season with 12-14 recordThe Apopka Chief
Unfortunately, the Wekiva Mustangs boys’ basketball team has concluded its season after losing in the first round of the 2025 FHSAA Boys Basketball 6A District 5…
All Transmission World is a Total Car Care Shop serving cars, trucks, and company fleetsThe Apopka Chief
Chances are you’ve invested thousands of dollars in your vehicle, so properly maintaining it is important. All Transmission World would like to make sure you’re on…
February obituaries 2025The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025 Glenna E. Boetcher, age 95, of Zanesville, Ohio and previously of Zellwood, FL, passed away at Genesis Morrison House on February 2nd ,…
For over 20 years, Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping has specialized in all phases of tree serviceThe Apopka Chief
Winter season is here and we’re experiencing colder weather. Leaves are still falling, grass has temporarily stopped growing, and some animals have gone into hibernation. So,…
Hunt Club Medical Care is dedicated to one very important thing, keeping you healthyThe Apopka Chief
Primary care plays an integral part in your overall health. Wellness visits, disease prevention, illness diagnosis and chronic disease management all begin with a dedicated primary…
40+ Double Dutch Club wins awardThe Apopka Chief
The Orlando 40+ Double Dutch Club are honored to win the best performance award at the January 20 Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Apopka, organized…