2021… what a great year it was for three friends… Christine, Cara and Mike. After over a year of searching for the perfect spot for The…
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The city of Apopka’s Development Review Committee looked at six different proposed developments including the rezoning and master plan approval for a development of more than…
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Wekiva High School graduate Jaianna Beachum has been awarded a two-year scholarship to Valencia College in Orlando by the Rotary Club of Orlando Foundation. Read more…
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Shown in this photo from 2021, Apopka High School graduate Donald Scott once again qualified for the world championships in the triple jump by finishing in…
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The Orange County School Board voted unanimously to approve Dr. Maria Vazquez as the next superintendent of Orange County Public Schools.
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Six mottled ducklings try to keep pace with their mother just ahead on one of the canals along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The drive is…
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Land on the north side of the interchange of U.S. Highway 441 and State Road 436 has been cleared to make way for the construction of…
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Mayor Bryan Nelson said he advocated for the law so that smaller restaurants could reduce the cost.
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Hello Folks, The 4th of July weekend is on the way – a weekend of celebration of the birth of America’s independence where we can go…
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Each spring and summer, shorebirds and seabirds rely on Florida’s sandy beaches for critical nesting habitat. Read more on page 5B.
Blue Darters travel to face host Seminole High in regional finalThe Apopka Chief
For the fourth time in the past five seasons, the Apopka Blue Darters will face Sanford Seminole in the playoffs.
Nelson’s Insurance Services can help with your personal or commercial insuranceThe Apopka Chief
Have you ever been kept awake at night by the thought of what could happen to your loved ones if a tragedy struck you, your home…
Maltby’s Tree Service & Landscaping can ensure your property is beautiful and safeThe Apopka Chief
For many busy households, the holiday season is a time for family, friends, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, overgrown or dead tree…
Wekiva High band receives superior ratingThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva High School marching band recently earned a Superior rating, the highest rank, in the Music Performance Assessments for marching bands in their district. Read…
Historical society notes restored Apopka houseThe Apopka Chief
After the purchase, the renovation project took only six months, according to Newark. Find out more in this week’s Apopka Chief.
Ribbon cutting heldThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and city of Apopka leaders welcomed Compass Health with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, November 16.
Looking to win a turkeyThe Apopka Chief
Dana Foster from Umatilla takes her best shot at winning a turkey Saturday, November 13, at the annual turkey shoot held by the Apopka Elks Lodge.
Just whistling alongThe Apopka Chief
A handful of coots and fulvous whistling ducks swim along recently in one of the canals along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.
Football, basketball, turkey – it’s all great this time of yearThe Apopka Chief
Of course, that football is part of why I love this time of year because for high school teams, it’s playoff time and we always get…
Specks are bitin’ in the cooler weatherThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I went bass fishin’ on Monday and didn’t even break a sweat. The weather is great and the fishin’ is good to OK to…