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    Mason Gray is a UCF journalism student and an Apopka Chief correspondent.

Mustangs win!
February 26, 2021
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 team
February 26, 2021
The Blue Darters were led by senior captains Sean Hirst and Ryan McConnell. Read more on page 1B.
Wekiwa Springs State Park ranger honored by state
February 26, 2021
A Wekiwa Springs State Park ranger, who is also an Apopka resident, received an award from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection for her skills in instructing visitors about the park’s…
Three area legislators give preview of upcoming session
February 26, 2021
Chamber of Commerce sponsors breakfast event…  More on page 1A.
Mayor to ask City Council for approval to buy Wewa
February 26, 2021
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson wants to have Camp Wewa – currently owned by the Central Florida YMCA – under the city’s ownership by summer and have…
At KidzDance, they’re MORE THAN DANCE!  Come join them today! 
February 26, 2021
KIDZDANCE is now in their 20th year teaching children’s dance in Apopka. Voted the number one dance studio in the Best of Apopka since it began…
A sunny day in February along wildlife drive
February 26, 2021
An alligator suns on a bank along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive earlier in February. An 11-mile, one-way drive, LAWD is open each Friday through Sunday…
‘Foul Play in the APK’
February 25, 2021
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…
Glossy ibis
February 19, 2021
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…
Wekiva downs Mainland; will travel 6 hours for next game
February 19, 2021
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.
Tree lightingThe Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
The lighting of the Christmas tree at Kit Land Nelson Park was held.
Several projects working their way through cityThe Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
Phase 1 of the proposed Floridian Town Center just west of the Wekiva Parkway and north of U.S. Highway 441. Read more on 1A.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Cooler weather has slowed bass fishin’The Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
Hello Folks, I’m sure everyone has noticed that we have had a slight weather change. Yep, winter has arrived in Central Florida just in time for…
Velazquez returns to City Council with win over BaronThe Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
Diane Velazquez is headed back to the Apopka City Council. In the Tuesday, December 8, runoff election for Seat 2 on the Apopka City Council, Velazquez…
Blue Darters will host Seminole in Class 8A state semifinal contestThe Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
In three playoff games, the Blue Darters have allowed just 22 total points. Find out more on 1B.
No surprise that postgame scrap cost Bedesem his jobThe Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
Unless it’s 100 percent in self-defense, there’s absolutely no reason for a postgame fight. Read Peery's points on 5B.
Will there be a new puppy or kitten under your tree this year?The Apopka Chief
December 11, 2020
As in the years past, this holiday season will surely see an increase in the number of lovable puppies and kittens given as gifts. This gift…
Vick, Martin signalThe Apopka Chief
December 4, 2020
Workers get ready to install the mast arms that will hold the traffic signals. See more on 1A
Warehouse business cuts ribbonThe Apopka Chief
December 4, 2020
A ribbon cutting for Cold-Link Logistics in the Plymouth area of Apopka was held November 20. Find out more on 10A
Community Redevelopment Agency OK’s budget changesThe Apopka Chief
December 4, 2020
The city of Apopka’s Community Redevelopment Agency approved a budget amendment totaling $16,996. Find out more on 13A