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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.

Homecoming royalty
October 14, 2022
Kevin Beltran and Sharren Henry were crowned Apopka High School’s homecoming king and queen at the homecoming football game that was played Thursday, October 6 against…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Be careful when boating due to high water everywhere
October 14, 2022
Hello Folks, All those folks are in our thoughts and prayers that are dealing with high water levels and floodin.’ The ramps in Orange County are still closed…
All too familiar: Blue Darters travel to face Patriots
October 14, 2022
In high school football rivalries, teams are familiar with each other and the outcome of the game usually comes down to one team executing better than…
Wekiva versus Windermere football
October 14, 2022
The Wekiva Mustangs status as a heavy favorite was never in doubt throughout the contest.
Mustangs play Edgewater in close game
October 14, 2022
The Wekiva Mustangs have been a part a local poll’s rankings for the entire season.
Golden Knights
October 7, 2022
By John Peery Correspondent When the UCF Knights football team takes the field Thursday, October 13, for a home game against the Temple Owls, the Golden…
Properly maintaining your vehicle can help ensure its dependability and increase fuel efficiency
October 7, 2022
Vehicles are an important part of our daily lives. They can be trusted and true for years on end as we drive to school, work, and…
Sertoman of the Year
October 7, 2022
Lorena Potter, president of Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka, presented its highest award for members, The Sertoman of the Year for 2021-2022, to Frances Portalatin for…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Avoid St. Johns River until water subsides
October 7, 2022
Hello Folks, I hope and pray your family survived the storm. There are a lot of people who suffered some damage and quite a few folks who lost…
Despite floods and debris, city weathers through Hurricane Ian
October 7, 2022
Mayor Bryan Nelson gave an update of Hurricane Ian and its impact on the city of Apopka.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Fish before that ole sun gets high in the skyThe Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Hello Folks, The hot days of summer are here, but the good news is that the fishin’ is still doin’ pretty good. If you can get…
Looking back at some ‘21-’22 sports for the Wekiva MustangsThe Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Rylan Moffitt, was honored for breaking the 1,000-point barrier. Shown with her are Wekiva athletic director Brian Bruce (l) and girls basketball coach Tommie Butts (r).…
Park Avenue Animal Hospital offers summer safety tips to keep your pets safe and healthyThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy the warm Florida weather. But the heat and humidity can become dangerous for your pets, which…
King Buffet Chinese Restaurant has been a local favorite for over a decadeThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
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…
Properly maintaining your vehicle can help ensure its dependability and increase fuel efficiencyThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Vehicles are an important part of our daily lives. They can be trusted and true for years on end as we drive to school, work, and…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Afternoon showers save us from July’s brutal weatherThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Hello Folks, Well, hello summer. It’s July and summer time is here and boy, oh, boy, is it here in full force. We are havin’ some…
Mustangs counting on summer work to help in fallThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
A much-improved ability to prepare for the upcoming season paid dividends for the Wekiva Mustangs football team during a summer 7-on-7 league in the form of…
Former Blue Darter Jalen Carter will hold free football campThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
The youth football camp will include free giveaways, performance training, and lunch.
Apopka Junior Little League teams claims district titleThe Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Little League all-star competition is organized according to age and begins with the district championship tournament.