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  • JC Derrick

    J.C. Derrick is publisher for The Apopka Chief. He spent 18 years covering sports, education, and politics in Texas and Washington, D.C., before joining The Apopka Chief in 2025. J.C. is a member of the Florida Press Association Board of Directors.

Film on area human trafficking has world premiere
February 3, 2023
Hosted by actor Dean Cain during Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the film premiere included introductions by Dean himself; Jason Campbell, president of JC Films Studios; and…
AHS boys soccer team plays in district tourney semifinals
February 3, 2023
Apopka goalie Hayden Koscicki (r) defends the goal as an East Ridge player gets the ball into the keeper box. See more photos on page 5B.
Apopka girls soccer plays Evans in district game
February 3, 2023
MacKenzie Meyerer kicks the ball past an Evans player during District 7A-3 quarterfinal round game. See more photos on page 4B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Next two months are great times for fishin’ in our area
February 3, 2023
Hello Folks, We are in February and we are lookin’ for some great fishin’ over the next two months. This is probably the best two months to catch…
Wekiva Mustangs heading to postseason with big dreams
February 3, 2023
The Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball team will enter 2023 postseason after completing the most successful regular season ever.
Mustangs basketball battle Blue Darters
February 3, 2023
A boys basketball battle between hometown rivals ended as expected with the favored downing the host.
AHS girls wrestle for Metro West title
February 3, 2023
Throughout the regular season, the goal for the Apopka Blue Darters girls wrestling team has been to take the next step of placing inside the top…
Playoff season here for winter sports
February 3, 2023
Winter sports are full bore in the postseason for the Apopka Blue Darters as the teams try to work some magic in the playoffs.
Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc. offers tax services and more to individuals and businesses
February 3, 2023
Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc.  provides business tax service, personal tax preparation, business and personal IRS and Department of Revenue audit assistance, tax planning, business…
Master Muffler & Brake Center knows that car maintenance is crucial to avoid breakdowns
February 3, 2023
You probably pay close attention to some of the workings and health of your vehicle’s Bluetooth, Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, and dash cams. This’s the fun…
Darters football versus BooneThe Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
No, the numbers weren’t out of sight, but I thought both the running game and passing game showed improvement. See more photos throughout Section B.
Apopka High’s Metro vs. Florida Challenge expands to 4 daysThe Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
The Blue Darters will host three days of the action that features teams from Orange County’s Metro Conference against foes from all around Central Florida.
Gunfire overshadows Wekiva loss in football playoff gameThe Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
With 1:40 remaining in the game at approximately 8:20 pm, two rounds of gunfire were exchanged in the parking lot. See more photos throughout Section B.
Need testing for travel? Workplace Screening Intelligence is a local full-service laboratory for your testing needsThe Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
Workplace Screening Intelligence offers drug testing and COVID-19 screening for employers, employees, and the public. Plus, they offer drug testing at over 15,000 collection sites in…
Bankson wins House seat in November 8 general electionThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
“We are so excited for this phenomenal night across the state, and for the results of tonight’s race!” Bankson said.
Mustangs are the championsThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Happy Wekiva Mustang football players celebrate their 20-14 victory over hometown rival Apopka High on Friday, November 4, after being presented the Mayor’s Cup trophy by…
Speaker will discuss life story within context of historyThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Jack Barsky will also debunk the public misconception about life in espionage.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Time will tell flooding done by Tropical Storm NicoleThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Hello Folks, By the time this article hits the stands, we will have been through another hurricane/sub-tropical storm. I hope and pray that you and your…
Blue Darters swim wellThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
The Apopka Blue Darters swim teams advanced three relays teams and one individual swimmer – the most in more than 25 years – to the Region…
Darters claim multiple state titles in bowlingThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
The traditional practice of celebrating a just-claimed state championship was again in full swing at Boardwalk Bowl.