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The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
It’s a rivalry that dates back to 1933 when Apopka High School first fielded a football team when the Blue Darters host the West Orange Warriors…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
Workplace Screening Intelligence offers COVID-19 screening for employers, employees and the families of Apopka. Whether you need a rapid test to determine COVID-19 status or return…
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September 3, 2021
The Apopka City Center is conceived as a 35-acre mixed-use development at the intersection of U.S. Highway 441 and State Road 436. Get all the details…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
Voting for the 2021 Best of Apopka Readers’ Choice Awards voting is off to fast start. Sponsored by The Apopka Chief and The Planter, the Best…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
Closing documents were signed this week for the city of Apopka to purchase Camp Wewa from the YMCA of Central Florida. Read the full story on…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
An estimated 65 people attended the VFW Post 10147 Apopka/Altamonte Springs memorial service that honored the 13 service members killed in the August 26 suicide bombing at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.  Read…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
As of the afternoon of Tuesday, August 31, an average of more than 400 tests per day are being administered at the Edwards Field COVID-19 testing…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
More than 500 people from as far away as Chicago joined the Orlando-area Ukrainian-American community to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence. Read this story…
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2021
A gallinule (top left), a tricolored heron (center), and a little blue heron look for something to eat along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read more…
The Apopka Chief
August 27, 2021
The Wekiva Mustangs girls volleyball team played its first match of the season,Tuesday, August 24, against Evans. Read more on page 1B. Stay Current with Sports.…
Errol clubhouse torn down after about 50 years of existenceThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
The clubhouse at Errol Estate Country Club was torn down earlier this month after being built about 50 years ago.  See page 10A.
Apopka Rotary Club installs officers in unique event at riverThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
The club had its annual installation event at Rock Springs Run near Kelly Park in Apopka.  Read more on 5A.
Chamber of Commerce cuts ribbonThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
A ribbon cutting was held by the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce Thursday, June 17.  More on 3A.
Proper Planning for your future may be easier if you speak with Attorney Patrick SmithThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
Attorney Patrick Smith, a partner at The Law Offices of Joseph F. Pippen Jr. & Associates, is here to help individuals, families, and corporations plan and prepare for the…
Katrina Schroeder, DMD, is a highly skilled dentist serving patients from all over Orange countyThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
In 2006, Dr. Schroeder graduated from the University of Florida’s College of dentistry with a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) and began her private practice…
Taking a nap?The Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
An alligator suns itself on a bank along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive that is open each Friday through Sunday and on federal holidays. The gate…
Apopka Chamber of Commerce holds job fairThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
More than 100 jobs were made available among 14 employers at the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce’s first job fair.  See page 1A.
A summer maintenance check at All Transmission World can help keep you safe on the roadThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
After the past year, you’re likely ready to give up your hibernating ways for some adventure and sunshine. For many people, this means summer vacations, trips…
City agrees to buy Camp Wewa for $4.7 millionThe Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
In a 4-1 vote, the Apopka City Council voted Wednesday, June 16, to pay the Central Florida YMCA $4.7 million for the 70-acre Camp Wewa property…
Miss Apopka gets send-off to state eventThe Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
The Miss Apopka Scholarship Competition Committee gave Miss Apopka 2020 Amanda Kronhaus, 24, a send-off celebration to wish her well. Read this story on page 1A.