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  • JC Derrick

    J.C. Derrick is publisher for The Apopka Chief. He spent 18 years covering sports, education, and politics in Texas and Washington, D.C., before joining The Apopka Chief in 2025. J.C. is a member of the Florida Press Association Board of Directors.

Apopka’s Rock Springs Realty notes a clear shift to a Buyer’s market!
March 14, 2025
After a significant period of high interest rates, low inventory and affordability issues, new market statistics is showing a clear shift to an emerging Buyer’s market.…
Keeping the Gas Flowing: Celebrating Natural Gas Utility Workers’ Day
March 14, 2025
Behind every warm home, every expertly prepared meal, and every smooth-running business powered by natural gas, there’s a team of dedicated professionals ensuring that gas flows…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Great Weather, Full Moon, equals Big Bass
March 14, 2025
Hello Folks, I sure hope you and your family made it through the tornado this past week. We haven’t had one of those in a while,…
Jeff Rolson talks changes with the Apopka football team
March 14, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter This week, I spoke with Apopka football’s head coach Jeff Rolson to discuss off-season work, the team's new look, and changes to…
Apopka girls lacrosse drop to 3-7 after falling 12-1 to the Patriots
March 13, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka girls' lacrosse team has taken a turn at the season's halfway mark. Coming into this week, they were on a…
Apopka baseball stuns No. 61 The Villages Charter
March 13, 2025
By Marshall Tempest  Reporter  The Apopka baseball team shocked The Villages Charter School 6-2 on Wednesday, March 12, after falling to the Dr. Phillips Panthers 5-4…
Wekiva falls to 1-5 after 15-5 loss to Cypress Creek
March 12, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Wekiva softball team has shown remarkable resilience, despite a challenging start to the season, leading to a 1-5 record after six…
Apopka softball bounces back from loss with three-game win streak
March 12, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka Blue Darters softball team is riding a three-game win streak after suffering their first loss of the season against Eustis…
Honesty and integrity are the underlying building principle for J&K Automotive, Inc.
March 8, 2025
J&K Automotive, Inc. upholds the highest ethical standards in all aspects of their automotive repair services. For them, ethics means more than just fixing cars—it's about…
Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping is equipped to handle all your tree service needs
March 8, 2025
Landscaping with trees is an investment in the future. Trees aren’t just an investment in your prop­erty, but an investment in the environment as well. Trees…
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…
Shop With A Cop brings joy to 150 kidsThe Apopka Chief
December 6, 2024
A total of 150 kids are participating in this year’s Apopka Police Department Shop With a Cop, which kicked off its 10-night run on Monday, December…
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…
AHS hosts the 14th annual Metro vs Florida Challenge The Apopka Chief
November 29, 2024
This week the Apopka Blue Darter boy’s basketball team hosted the 14th annual Metro vs. Florida Challenge at Joe A. Sterling Gym. See more on 1B.
Chip Gierke era established AHS football as eliteThe Apopka Chief
November 29, 2024
For the last four decades, Apopka Blue Darter football has enjoyed the status that comes with being recognized as one of the elite football programs in…
APK boy’s basketball start season 1-1The Apopka Chief
November 29, 2024
Last week the Apopka boy’s basketball team went 1-1 in their first two games of the season. Read about it on 1B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Another cold front coming in means female bass will be on bedsThe Apopka Chief
November 29, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great week. We got some cooler weather comin’ to town this week. By the time everyone reads my column,…
Florida surpasses 6,400 bonuses for new police recruits in NovemberThe Apopka Chief
November 29, 2024
Florida surpassed giving 6,400 bonuses to new law enforcement recruits this month. See who the recipients are on page 7A.