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  • Ronnie Lovler

    Ronnie Lovler has 40 years of experience in journalism, including assignments all over Latin America for CNN and CBS. Ronnie teaches journalism at UF and public speaking at Santa Fe College. She was a recent fellow in the Gerontological Society of America’s Journalists in Aging Fellows Program and a previous Knight International Journalism Fellow in Bogota, Colombia. She is an editor and contributor for the book titled, Local Lives in a Global Pandemic: Stories from North Central Florida and a contributing author to the anthology Alone Together: Tales of Sisterhood and Solitude in Latin America. She began her career in journalism at the San Juan Star in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Ronnie resides in Gainesville and loves to travel.
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October 28, 2022
Did you know that property values of landscaped homes are 5 to 20 percent higher than those of non-landscaped homes? It’s no wonder, as trees bring…
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October 28, 2022
Apopka Rotary’s annual Fall Family Festival, was held along with fair rides, car show and festival foods at Edwards Field. See photos on page 10A.
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October 28, 2022
About 500 people attended this year’s car show, where 110 vehicles were exhibited and over a dozen awards were given.
The Apopka Chief
October 28, 2022
A five-year teacher with OCPS, including two years at Clay Springs, Kathryn Wiltrout has made STEM education a large component of her curriculum.
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October 28, 2022
The Apopka Police Department added two new officers to its police force with a swearing-in ceremony on Friday, October 14, at Apopka City Hall. Their starting…
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October 28, 2022
The program was jointly initiated by our school SEL Committee and our Principal Charles Jackson. See page 4B for more Chief Junior news.
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October 28, 2022
History was made among the Apopka Blue Darters’ bowling teams at Bowlero Lanes.
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October 28, 2022
Apopka and Seminole were supposed to play the first district contest of the season for both teams, but thanks to Hurricane Ian, the teams will play…
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October 28, 2022
Could this season’s experience and maturity be starting to pay off for the Apopka Blue Darters football team, especially for its offense? See photos on page…
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October 28, 2022
The Wekiva Mustangs still have the opportunity to force their way into the playoff picture after the contest against Jones. See photos on page 7B.
Nelson’s Insurance Services explains the raising of rates and non-renewals of home insuranceThe Apopka Chief
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August 5, 2022
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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
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August 5, 2022
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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…
Apopka football coach Rolson will take part in Crying Towel eventThe Apopka Chief
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August 5, 2022
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The 2022 Dave Powers Crying Towel Invitational” dinner and radio program will be held Monday, August 15, at Christner’s Prime Steak and Lobster, 729 Lee Rd.,…
Media day supports high schoolsThe Apopka Chief
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August 5, 2022
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With preseason practice beginning for high school football teams around the state this week.
Media dayThe Apopka Chief
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August 5, 2022
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Apopka football team members participating in the media day event .
Preseason practice kicking into gear for Wekiva MustangsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
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As the Wekiva Mustangs begin preseason football practice, the state of the program is much different than a year ago.
New athletic director begins duties at Apopka HighThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
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While knowing all about Apopka High School’s athletic prowess and success, Aaron Crawford has some connections to the school as he takes over as AHS’ athletic…
Prepare now for storms that can wreak havoc on weak and stressed trees, causing property damageThe Apopka Chief
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July 29, 2022
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A pitfall to living in the subtropics is the ever-present threat of strong storms and hurricanes. It’s important to prepare your trees before a storm. High…
A.O.K. Tire Mart offers ‘Hot Summer Car Care’ tips that will help keep you safeThe Apopka Chief
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July 29, 2022
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Summer is the season for beaches, barbecues and breakdowns. Even though summer usually means fun, the hotter months have a way of wreaking havoc on your…
Panelists give tips to business owners on marketingThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
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A well-known, award-winning photographer and the president of a promotional printing company each gave business-marketing tips as panelists in “Market Your Business!,” the July installment of…



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