February 3, 2023 Robert Clayton Allen, 76, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 24, 2023. Mr. Allen was born on June 5, 1946 to the…
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February 2023
Getting to know the people at Freedom Tire & Automotive, Inc. can help save money on tires and auto repairs
Freedom Tire & Automotive, Inc. wants to keep your wheels safely rolling… The last thing you want is to have a breakdown during a busy work…
Local service clubs welcome new members
On behalf of the Apopka Rotary Club, President Ed Baron (r in both pictures) welcomes Paddy Savage (in cap) and Phil Ferguson (in light shirt)…
For over 20 years, Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping has specialized in all phases of tree service
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…
Chamber, small business group team up to bring city growth
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…
At annexation workshop, residents have questions, frustrations
Up to around 75 attended the meeting that lasted about 2½ hours.
Gather and Grow
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…
Soaring to new heights at Wildlife Drive
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…
Apopka girls play Eustis ahead of postseason
Michaela Moss looks toward the bucket as she prepares to shoot the ball.
Postseason begins soon for soccer, basketball teams
The postseason is rapidly approaching for winter sports as the district tournaments started this week past press time. Read more on page 3B.
Apopka hosts Boone in playoff gameThe Apopka Chief
In the past, when Apopka would face Boone, you could almost assuredly mark that game as a Blue Darter victory.
Stretching for yardageThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva running back Terrell Weathers tries to get out of the grip of Apopka’s Trey Muldrow. See more game photos throughout section B.
Wekiva travels to Jones for playoffsThe Apopka Chief
“Qualifying for the playoffs is exciting in itself,” Mustangs coach Jeremiah Schwartz said.
Wekiva takes punches, gives final knockoutThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva took Apopka’s early one-two punches and may have wobbled a bit.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital is not just for dogs and catsThe Apopka Chief
Since 2008, Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing a wide variety of services to keep your furry, four-legged friends in the best of health. With…
Club made up of two gradesThe Apopka Chief
The Dream Lake Journalism Club is made up of fourth and fifth grade students. Pictured are; Back row: A. Hansen, L. Petrashek, E. Rodriguez-Laboy, and Gabriel…
CrowdsurfingThe Apopka Chief
Apopka High School Principal Lyle Heinz crowd-surfs, going up and down 16 times in the Apopka student section to match Apopka’s score in the game against…
Bankson bids farewellThe Apopka Chief
City Commissioner Doug Bankson had his last council meeting on Wednesday, November 2, at City Hall. He is stepping down to run in the House District…
Gone fishingThe Apopka Chief
An osprey has fished for a meal at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, which is now open following a temporary closure due to Hurricane Ian. The Lake…
Meeting on studyThe Apopka Chief
The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) had a public in-person meeting on Thursday, November 3, at Apopka High School. The meeting was an opportunity for the…