Apopka High School mascot Dewey Darter was the victim of “Foul Play in the APK.” Just like the game Clue, students competed to uncover which AHS…
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A glossy ibis stands along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on Friday, February 12, on a sunny day. Get more information on the Wildlife Drive on…
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The Mustangs will play today, Friday, February 19, against the Navarre Raiders, traveling more than six hours. Read more on 1B. More photos on 3B.
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Fueled by a lifelong love of music and spurred on by encouragement, an Apopka firefighter took the plunge and showcased his singing talents on national television.…
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The acquisition of a property for a homeless resource center was a major point of discussion at the Apopka City Council workshop meeting. Find out what was…
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Deputy Police Chief Jerome Miller (l) swears in officers, (l-r), Nina “Stonie” Stone, Richard “Richie” Alvelo, and Raed “Ray” Lutfi. Read more on the officers on…
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Pitcher Sara Sosa of the Apopka Blue Darters softball team prepares to release the ball toward home plate on Thursday, February 11, in a preseason game…
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Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore has awarded the Wellington Park Apartments on Thompson Road in Apopka with her Business Curb Appeal of the Month…
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Hello Folks, These past few days have been kind of warm and that has got the water temperatures up just a little. I was on the water earlier…
Sheeler Auto Repair encourages preventive maintenance before hitting the road this summerThe Apopka Chief
Summer’s high temperatures can take a toll on everyone and everything, including your vehicles. The extreme Florida heat can push a car past its limits, and…
Apopka High wins statewide sportsmanship award from FHSAAThe Apopka Chief
Outgoing AHS athletic director Russell Wambles was notified this week that the school won the award for the 2018-2019 school year that just ended.
Blue Darters enjoy another successful sports yearThe Apopka Chief
Apopka High softball lands berth in state semifinals to cap years end.
W.R. ‘Mac’ McGuffin, former publisher of newspapers, diesThe Apopka Chief
A former owner of The Apopka Chief and The Planter, and a longtime community supporter well after his retirement 40 years ago, W.R. “Mac” McGuffin died…
Prayers have been effective as rainy season kicks inThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, it seems that our prayers are workin’. We have been gettin’ some rain as of late and we need every drop we can…
City of Apopka recognizes last week of June as Drowning Prevention Week through the Live for Brie FoundationThe Apopka Chief
Through a proclamation, the city of Apopka will recognize the last week of June as Drowning Prevention Week to raise awareness about water safety. Apopka Mayor…
Summer Reading Program continues in July with a Universe of StoriesThe Apopka Chief
On July 11, visit the North Orange Branch for Stress Buster Art: Color Your Universe and relax as you color in our Adult Summer Reading coloring…
Nelsons celebrate 90th birthdayThe Apopka Chief
Flo and Earl Nelson were both born in the month of June, days apart from each other. Recently, they have celebrated their 90th birthdays together. Read…
We need heavier rain more often to help keep our lakes, rivers fullThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, It’s hot and we need lots of rain. These little afternoon sprinkles just aren’t enough to get some water in our lakes, so keep prayin’ for…
Apopkan honored at OSPRYS Awards by Orlando Real ProducersThe Apopka Chief
Hollie Gondera of Apopka was named the winner of the Female Connector of the Year award from Orlando Real Producers. The company seeks to connect the…