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The Apopka Chief
February 14, 2025
Last week, the Apopka boys’ basketball team faced off against the Ocoee Knights in the 7A District 3 championship, winning 60-47 to claim the 2025 7A…
The Apopka Chief
February 14, 2025
The Wekiva boys wrestling team is in the middle of a record-breaking season after becoming Metro West Champions for the first time in school history.
The Apopka Chief
February 14, 2025
The Apopka girls water polo team got their first win of the season this week against longtime rival Edgewater High School. The Blue Darters defeated the…
The Apopka Chief
February 14, 2025
This week, the Apopka Blue Darter baseball team began its season as it always does at the Big Blue Bonanza, held at Lake Brantley.
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
As part of the County’s ongoing effort to address the housing affordability crisis, Ready Set Orange allows homeowners in unincorporated Orange County to choose from four…
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
Ahead of this year’s hurricane season, Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore will present a short-term mitigation solution to control the post-storm floods in the…
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
The streets of historic downtown Apopka came alive this past Sunday, February 2, as Main Street Apopka hosted its highly anticipated Showcase of Cars event on…
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
Work will start shortly on two 19th century homesteaders log cabins as part of a project to recreate Ethel, a long-forgotten ghost town in Central Florida.
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
Apopka Little Leaguers took to the baseball fields at the Northwest Recreation Complex this week in preparation for the spring season.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
February 7, 2025
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week, and you are enjoyin’ a few warm days this week. The weather has been just awesome and…
APK boys basketball passes quarter point of the season at 4-3The Apopka Chief
December 13, 2024
Last week the Apopka Blue Darter boy’s basketball team went 1-2 beating West Orange 56-42 and falling to Evans (58-40) and Lake Mary (47-44).
WHS girls basketball finds new game plan due to injuriesThe Apopka Chief
December 13, 2024
Like most teams, the Wekiva Mustangs spent the offseason integrating new players into the program and acclimating to playing together.
APK girls basketball faces Minneola and HorizonThe Apopka Chief
December 13, 2024
The Apopka girl’s basketball team is 2-4 so far this season but still sits atop the Class 7A District 3 leaderboard. The girls had two games…
APK Pop Warner shows out at Nationals, 3 teams make globalsThe Apopka Chief
December 13, 2024
The Apopka Pop Warner Organization had a great showing this past week at the Pop Warner Superbowl and Cheer and Dance Championships.
Traveling this holiday season? J & K Automotive, Inc. can help keep you and your loved one’s safe while on the roadThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
In early November, AAA projected a record 71.7 million people will travel by car over the holidays – that’s an additional 1.3 million travelers on the…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Can too many tournaments lead to over-fishing?The Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope you enjoyed your Thanksgivin’ Day weekend. My family and I had a great day with family and friends at my daughter’s. There were…
Commissioner gives out turkeysThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
About 300 turkeys and meal sides were given to Apopka families at the Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Wednesday, November 27, at House Representative for District 39…
Police department swears in three new officersThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
Three new police officers were sworn in on Tuesday, December 3, at Apopka City Hall Council Chamber. Nahamie Edouard, Joel Sanabria, and Zakai Patterson. Apopka Police…
WHS students bake for Great Christmas Cookie Gift Box SaleThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
Students of the Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts at Wekiva High School are making delectable cookies of various flavors for the Great Christmas Cookie Gift Box Sale.
Maltby’s Tree Service & Landscaping can ensure your property is safe and beautifulThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
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…