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Wekiva baseball vs. Oak Ridge
April 9, 2021
First baseman Ian Rosado prepares to catch a pickoff attempt by the pitcher. Read more on page 1B.
Apopka baseball team rebound from losses for two big victories
April 9, 2021
After suffering two losses in a row, the Apopka Blue Darters baseball team bounced back in a big way. Read more on this game on page…
See more Sports photos on pages 3B and 10B.
April 9, 2021
Photos on pages 3B and 10B. APK/WHS baseball APK volleyball APK flag football
Rock Springs Realty delivers excellent service, whether you’re buying or selling
April 9, 2021
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor with integrity, years of experience, and…
Apopka baseball’s win streak snapped at six games
April 2, 2021
The Blue Darters baseball team’s six-game win streak was snapped with a pair of losses. More information and scores can be found on page 1B.
City, YMCA looking at options after YMCA says it needs millions for Wewa
April 2, 2021
The Central Florida YMCA has not rejected the city of Apopka’s $4.2-million offer to buy Camp Wewa, but YMCA leaders have told Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson…
Fishin’ will slow due to cool weather
April 2, 2021
Hello Folks, We have been havin’ some nice warm weather this past week but by the time you read this week’s article it’s gonna be a lot cooler.…
FHP trooper helps mom deliver baby
April 2, 2021
Florida Highway Patrol trooper Michael Allen, an Apopka resident, was on patrol during the overnight shift for Monday night/Tuesday morning when he saw an SUV barreling…
Snack time for alligator
April 2, 2021
An alligator is ready to make a meal out of an armored catfish on the bank of a canal along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read…
Wekiva boys basketball team using off-season to improve
April 2, 2021
For the Mustangs boys basketball season, moving forward means continuing to work even in the off-season. Read the story on page 1B.
AdventHealth Central Florida names Randy Haffner new CEO/presidentThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Randy Haffner has been named president and CEO for AdventHealth’s Central Florida Division, effective February 1.  Read this story on page 9A.
Just whistling alongThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
A pair of fulvous whistling-ducks swim along a canal on the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read more on page 1A.
Apopka native president of regional Realtor associationThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
An Apopka Realtor was installed as president of an association that oversees more than 18,000 real estate professionals throughout Central Florida. Apopka native Natalie Arrowsmith of…
Magnolia Park improvementsThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Construction has begun on the $4-million remake of Magnolia Park. Details on page 1A.
Blue Darters have tough week, on and off basketball courtThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
The past week for the Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team has been a rough one, on and off the court.
Blue Darter wrestlers place in dual team district championshipThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darter Wrestling Team participated Saturday, January 9, at the District 3A-3 dual team championship. Read more on their accomplishments on page 1B.
2021 getting tougher for MustangsThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
2021 has begun with the Mustangs suffering three consecutive losses.  Read more on page 1B.
JV coach passes awayThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Apopka boys basketball junior varsity coach Earl Graham died Friday, January 8, from complications of COVID-19.  Read more on page 1B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Water temperatures have droppedThe Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope y’all are enjoyin’ these cooler days we have been havin’. The colder days have dropped the water temperatures and some folks are reportin’ that they are seein’ some bass on…
New Publix being builtThe Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
A Publix supermarket (r) and an outparcel are under construction at the southwest corner of the intersection of Plymouth-Sorrento Road and Kelly Park Road.  Find out…