In celebration of her 100th birthday, Jennell Payne Simmons will have a weekend-long celebration next mont. Read this story on page 6A.
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Apopka City Commissioner Alexander Smith this week filed initial paperwork to run for re-election to the City Council. Read more on 9A.
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Taeler Bell was named the Apopka High School Outstanding Senior for 2021. Read more on her achievements on page 1A.
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Hello Folks, Well, we are back in town and glad to be home to some nice warm weather. My wife Shirley and I had a great…
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The Foliage Garden Club of Apopka installed its officers on May 6 during a luncheon held at the Hilton Garden Inn in Apopka. Read more on…
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Wekiva High School graduate Logan Gilbert was called up this week to the Seattle Mariners.
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Wekiva Mustangs football entered a new era when hiring Jeremiah Schwartz. Read more on 1B.
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Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore’s Neighborhood of the Month Award goes to the Deer Lake Chase neighborhood. Read more on page 12A.
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Many Apopka community organizations are banding together to help parents know the ins and outs of protecting and helping their children in this digital age. Angela…
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Officer Candidate Key Hinerman, sn Apopka native, is finishing a 13-week officer-training program that will prepare him for a career in the Navy as a surface…
J & K Automotive, Inc. will help you keep your vehicle on the roadThe Apopka Chief
A recent study found that the average age of light vehicles on the road today is now 11.6 years, based on a snapshot of vehicles in…
Church of the Holy Spirit gives check to cancer centerThe Apopka Chief
Father Rob Griffith of the Church of the Holy Spirit of Apopka presented a check for more than $1,200 to Debbie Turner, founder and director of…
Mustangs vs. Raiders at state championshipThe Apopka Chief
Appearing in the 2021 final was the fifth time for Wekiva. Read more on this game on page 1B.
Bass are bitin’ as local waters continue to warm upThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week. Hopefully, you had a chance to get on the water and do some fishin’ over the…
Apopka High Drama Dept. has a Clue about productionThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School Drama Department recently wrapped up its production of “Clue” under the direction of the drama instructor. More on page 3A.
Apopka High School wrestlers win district championshipThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka wrestlers had an impressive showing against the seven other teams competing at the tournament. See details on page 1B.
Apopka baseball begins season 4-0The Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters baseball team kept its record spotless over the past week. See this story in Sports, page 1B.
Mustangs win!The Apopka Chief
Mustangs came home with a huge victory. From stepping off the bus, the players were focused and ready to play. Read this story on page 1B.
AHS boys water polo teamThe Apopka Chief
The Blue Darters were led by senior captains Sean Hirst and Ryan McConnell. Read more on page 1B.