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The Apopka Chief
October 8, 2021
Angel Munoz and Daniel Mejia took the oath to serve and protect. Read more about them on page 7A.
The Apopka Chief
October 8, 2021
Apopka Fire Department hopes to begin vetting members of the public for its new program. Find out what Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam had to say…
The Apopka Chief
October 8, 2021
Read more about the proposed apartment complex clarification of Apopka city attorney Michael Rodriguez in this week’s Apopka Chief.
The Apopka Chief
October 8, 2021
“I’m glad the vote’s over. It’s been a very interesting experience getting to this point,” said Gary McSweeney, Rock Springs Ridge HOA Board president. Read more…
The Apopka Chief
October 8, 2021
A green heron has its crown up as it looks for food in a canal.
The Apopka Chief
October 1, 2021
Blue Darters downed by Edgewater for first loss of season
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
October 1, 2021
Hello Folks, It was great earlier this week headin’ to the lake when the temperature was 65 degrees. It was even greater headin’ across the water and the…
The Apopka Chief
October 1, 2021
There have been worse nights, but Friday, September 24, was not a good evening for the high school football teams in Northwest Orange County.
The Apopka Chief
October 1, 2021
KIDZDANCE is now in their 20th year teaching children’s dance in Apopka. Voted the number one dance studio in the Best of Apopka since it began…
The Apopka Chief
October 1, 2021
The featured guest speaker was Apopka’s Linda Larendeau, who is also Foliage Sertoma Club’s Citizen of the year. Find out what the meeting was about on…
Chamber of Commerce holds hiring eventThe Apopka Chief
July 30, 2021
Hosted by the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and CareerSource Central Florida, “A Day in Apopka” took place at seven Apopka sites. Get the full story…
Au pair from Uruguay is just right for Apopka familyThe Apopka Chief
July 30, 2021
Sophia Castelgrande (r) has served as an au pair for the Ince family of Apopka, (l-r), Tom (l) and his sons Cayden and Ryan (front). Read…
Veteran loves restoring antique vehiclesThe Apopka Chief
July 30, 2021
After serving in the Navy, Ronald Stetter acquired two vehicles that would become huge parts of his life – a 1932 three-window coupe and a 1940…
City employee honoredThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
The Apopka Rotary Club presented a certificate of appreciation to Brian Forman, city of Apopka Parks and Recreation Department director. See 12A.
COVID outbreak causes church to suspend in-person meetingThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
An outbreak of COVID-19 has caused one of Apopka’s largest churches to stop meeting in person at least temporarily. Get the full story on page 5A.
A smooth flightThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
A great blue heron glides through the air along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, which is an 11-mile, drive through the North Shore area of Lake…
Commissioner, administrator clash over way budget documents were presentedThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
The most intense discussion in a City Council budget workshop on  July 20, was between City Commissioner Kyle Becker and City Administrator Edward Bass. More information…
Miss Apopka enjoyed time at Miss Florida eventThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
Miss Apopka Amanda Kronhaus did not make the top 15 at last month’s Miss Florida Competition, but she did earn the Health and Wellness Award for…
Purchase of Camp Wewa finalized with City Council voteThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
In a quick vote that generated little discussion, the Apopka City Council gave final approval to the contract to purchase of Camp Wewa from the Central…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
With our heat, it’s best to get up early and fish in the morningThe Apopka Chief
July 23, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and you are gettin’ on the water and doin’ some fishin’. I know it’s been kinda…