Apopka football team members participating in the media day event .
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Preseason practice kicking into gear for Wekiva Mustangs
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 High
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 damage
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 safe
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 marketing
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…
Apopka honors Austin Duran
Many people lined U.S. Highway 441 in Apopka to honor Apopka firefighter Austin Duran, 25, who died after suffering an on-the-job accident. The fire truck carrying…
City candidate forum scheduled
Kyle Becker and Lynetta Johnson are running for Seat 3 to replace Doug Bankson, who is running for State House of Representatives District 39.
Helping out a longtime Apopka resident
Cynthia Phillips (c) is all smiles as she sees the makeover done on her home on 13th Street in Apopka. At the right is Todd Lamphere…
15 candidates attend Chamber Political Hob Nob
Attendees met 15 candidates in this year’s election for various public offices during the annual Political Hob Nob and Straw Poll, organized by the Apopka Area…
Pillar Award winnerThe Apopka Chief
Monique Morris of Apopka accepts the Pillar Award given annually by the Apopka Christian Ministerial Alliance. Here, Pastor Hezekiah Bradford gives the award to Morris in…
Several hundred people attend annual Mayor’s Prayer BreakfastThe Apopka Chief
The annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast drew several hundred people Thursday, May 5, to the Apopka Community Center/VFW building at Fifth Street and Central Avenue. The annual…
Mayor’s Prayer BreakfastThe Apopka Chief
Several hundred people attended the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast Thursday, May 5, at the Apopka Community Center/VFW. In the left picture, William Federer, the keynote speaker, gestures…
City hatches way to allow backyard chickensThe Apopka Chief
City attorney Michael Rodriguez hatched the idea at the Apopka City Council meeting.
After receiving funds from feds, city seeks moreThe Apopka Chief
The requested funding is one of 15 federal projects that U.S. Rep. Val Demings is seeking to get funded in next year’s federal budget.
City Council says no to proposed apartment complex at City CenterThe Apopka Chief
After a 90-minute discussion on the topic, a divided Apopka City Council voted.
With full moon soon, fishin’ should be very good in areaThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, The full moon is on Monday, May 16, and the weather should be good and the fishin’ should be really good in most of…
Battling to get betterThe Apopka Chief
Two Wekiva Mustangs fight for supremacy Monday, May 2, during the first day of contact in spring practice. The Mustangs will host the Miami Norland Vik-ings…
Seeking to improveThe Apopka Chief
Ethan Korkes (l) and Kaven Call battle Monday, May 2, during the first day of contact in spring practice for the Apopka Blue Darters football team.…
Darters expected to land berth in regional tourneyThe Apopka Chief
The Blue Darters are still expected to land a regional playoff berth due to their FHSAA ranking. See more photos on page 7B.