The Phillis Wheatley Elementary School community celebrated receiving a “B” school grade from the Florida Department of Education with a special July 27 event at the…
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Mayor Bryan Nelson gave an update on several upcoming road improvements throughout the city of Apopka, including the ones at intersections, particularly along U.S. Highway 441…
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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…
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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…
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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.,…
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With preseason practice beginning for high school football teams around the state this week.
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As the Wekiva Mustangs begin preseason football practice, the state of the program is much different than a year ago.
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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…
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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…
Looking for a fast & delicious meal this holiday? Visit King Buffet for lunch or dinner!The Apopka Chief
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…
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce award winnersThe Apopka Chief
The 2021 annual Apopka Chamber Business Awards honored leaders, businesses, and individuals for their services and dedication to the Apopka community. see photos on page 11A.
Youngsters, officers enjoy Shop With a CopThe Apopka Chief
Over the course of 10 nights, 150 children will participate in the 20th annual Shop With a Cop program, where Apopka police officers help youth purchase…
Area author has free online books about Wekiwa Springs State Park, Rock SpringsThe Apopka Chief
Author Don Philpott’s 250th and 251st books have just been published featuring Wekiwa Springs State Park and Rock Springs Run State Reserve, and both books are free. Read…
Elections supervisor speaks at Apopka HighThe Apopka Chief
Bill Cowles stands with Emma Johnson (l), who planned to register to vote that day. Shown with them are Apopka High teachers Pam Speranza and Paul…
Helping give kids a Merry ChristmasThe Apopka Chief
On Wednesday, December 15, members of the Apopka High’s Student Government Association, under the leadership of President Olivia Siemoneit, delivered presents to all the pre-K and…
Hope CommUnity Center receives Bank of America grantThe Apopka Chief
Apopka-based Hope CommUnity Center has been awarded a Bank of America 2021 Neighborhood Builder Award. Each Neighborhood Builder receives $200,000 in flexible funding over two years,…
It’s official: 2022 Apopka city election is setThe Apopka Chief
The 2022 Apopka city election is officially scheduled. Thanks to a pair of mayoral proclamations as well as a resolution passed by the City Council on…
Playing for a titleThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters football team, led by coach Jeff Rolson, will play Saturday, December 18, at 1 p.m. for the Class 8A state championship in…
Santa’s helpersThe Apopka Chief
Some of Santa’s helpers wave to the crowd Saturday, December 11, during the annual Apopka Christmas Parade. Once again, warm weather greeted the thousands of local…