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The Apopka Chief
February 25, 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, soccer…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
The Museum of the Apopkans hosted the Reverend Jimmy Howard on Wednesday, February 23, who spoke about his experience as an Apopka native. Read more on…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
In celebration of Black History Month, the Museum of the Apopkans has several displays designed to honor the African-American heroes of the community. Read more on…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Davis Lodge #47 of Apopka gave away free meals, groceries, and food Saturday, February 19, at 900 S. Central Ave., Apopka, as part of the HOPE…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Several hundred homes in Apopka will have their yard waste and bulky waste pickup days changed. Read more on page 12A.
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
The Brothers of Orange Lodge No. 36 F&AM celebrated the 166th birthday of Apopka’s Masonic Lodge with the businesses and citizens of Apopka on Thursday, February…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jermaine Bernard, from Apopka, prepares to draw blood aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (CVN 69) assigned barge (APL-61).…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Hello Folks, If you haven’t been fishin’ in the past couple of weeks, now is the time to go. The fishin’ is really in full swing…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Carter’s Ace Hardware of Apopka and Hunt Club Boulevard achieved designation as a “Pinnacle Performance Retailing” store for its performance, Ace Hardware Corporation has announced. Read…
The Apopka Chief
February 25, 2022
Five of the six Apopka High School robotics teams have qualified for the VEX Robotics World Championship following the state competition. Read more on page 12B.
Beautification awardThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
The Apopka Sam’s Club location is recipient of the April 2021 District 2 Business Curb Appeal Award. Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore selected Sam’s…
Wekiva baseball vs. Oak RidgeThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
First baseman Ian Rosado prepares to catch a pickoff attempt by the pitcher. Read more on page 1B.
See more Sports photos on pages 3B and 10B.The Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
Photos on pages 3B and 10B. APK/WHS baseball APK volleyball APK flag football
Rock Springs Realty delivers excellent service, whether you’re buying or sellingThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor with integrity, years of experience, and…
City, YMCA looking at options after YMCA says it needs millions for WewaThe Apopka Chief
April 2, 2021
The Central Florida YMCA has not rejected the city of Apopka’s $4.2-million offer to buy Camp Wewa, but YMCA leaders have told Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson…
Fishin’ will slow due to cool weatherThe Apopka Chief
April 2, 2021
Hello Folks, We have been havin’ some nice warm weather this past week but by the time you read this week’s article it’s gonna be a lot cooler.…
Snack time for alligatorThe Apopka Chief
April 2, 2021
An alligator is ready to make a meal out of an armored catfish on the bank of a canal along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read…
Wekiva boys basketball team using off-season to improveThe Apopka Chief
April 2, 2021
For the Mustangs boys basketball season, moving forward means continuing to work even in the off-season. Read the story on page 1B.
First individual sewer installed in front yard of Apopka homeownerThe Apopka Chief
March 26, 2021
On Friday, March 19, Susan Fritche was in her front yard with city of Apopka officials, including Mayor Bryan Nelson, officials from the St. Johns River…
Fireworks will help highlight April eventThe Apopka Chief
March 26, 2021
Fireworks are a new highlight of this year’s free Apopka Hometown Showcase at Saturday Sounds Concert Series.  For details and more information see page 1A.