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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Community volunteer, leader dies
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…
Crossing guards honored
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…
King Buffet Chinese Restaurant has been a local favorite for over a decade
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…
AHS girls soccer wins district, first regional game
The Apopka Blue Darters girls soccer team defeated the East Ridge twice in five days. In the picture, the team celebrates the district title, showing off…
February 2023 obituaries
February 24, 2023 Jorge Velazquez Roman, 72, of Apopka, Florida passed away on February 18, 2023. Mr. Velazquez Roman was born on December 14, 1950 to…
Graceworx Community Church Starting New Sermon Series on February 11
Pastor Jim Coffin will begin a new weekly sermon series on Saturday, February 11, at Graceworx Community Church. The series will run through June. Titled Kings, Prophets…
Passionity cuts ribbon
Greater Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes Passionity Steak and Sushi Bar, 2107 E Semoran Blvd., Apopka, with a grand opening ribbon cutting. Members of the…
First responders compete in BBQ challenge
The AFD won the bragging rights for first place. They received the top prize. As runners-up, the Apopka Police Department (APD) received a check to go…
OCSO seeks suspects behind deadly shooting
Authorities are searching for suspects involved in the fatal shooting of Travis Rashard Grubbs.
Metro vs. Florida event is ongoingThe Apopka Chief
The event features teams from Orange County’s Metro Conference against foes from all around Central Florida with many of the top high school boys basketball teams…
Apopka is playing very well on both sides of ballThe Apopka Chief
Against the Winter Park Wildcats, the Blue Darters absolutely had their way against a defense that had recorded five shutouts this season. See more photos on…
Cooler weather is sure welcome but ramps are still closedThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Welcome cooler weather. We are getting’ some cooler weather and I don’t know about y’all but I love it. I got to a point over the…
VFW hosts Veterans Day eventThe Apopka Chief
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 10147 hosted its annual Veterans Day event at the Apopka Community Center/VFW Building on Friday, November 11. As part of…
Tag Agency cuts ribbonThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, November 15, for First Apopka Tag Agency. The agency offers services such as tag…
Becker takes oath as city commissioner, elected vice mayorThe Apopka Chief
Before taking his oath, Becker emphasized his commitment to Apopka as an elected official.
Wildlife Drive reopens after NicoleThe Apopka Chief
The drive was closed last week due to safety concerns, including a downed powerline.
Macedonian delegates visit ApopkaThe Apopka Chief
On Tuesday, November 8 (Election Day), eight young Macedonian delegates visited the city of Apopka as participation in the North Macedonia Election Exchange, which ran from…
Miss Apopka aims to help artists merge art, social justiceThe Apopka Chief
As the new Miss Apopka, Sarah Sarver wants to help creatives through her social impact initiative.
Apopka will host Winter Park in playoff gameThe Apopka Chief
The game was moved because the previous week’s playoff games were delayed due to Hurricane Nicole.