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Apopka's Elijah Frazier barrels through a wall of Jones defenders on his way into the end zone on Friday, May 23.
Apopka football struggles in passing defense but shines in run gameThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The 2025 Apopka Blue Darter football team still needs to put in a lot of work before the start of the fall…
Don’t forget to check your tires, brakes and battery before your summer travelThe Apopka Chief
May 23, 2025
J&K Automotive, Inc. reminds their neighbors to make sure your car maintenance is up to date as we head into the hottest months of the year.…
Apopka softball turns corner with strong seasonThe Apopka Chief
May 23, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Last week marked the end of Apopka athletics for the 2024-2025 school year with the softball team's loss to Lake Brantley in…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Harris Chain has been on fire…The Apopka Chief
May 23, 2025
I hope everyone is havin a great week and you got a chance to get out and do some fishin’’. I don’t want to sound like…
3 Apopka basketball stars to play college ballThe Apopka Chief
May 22, 2025
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Three 2024-2025 Apopka basketball team members signed letters of intent to play college ball and further their education this week. Seniors Jermichael…
Apopka quarterback Tyson Davison eyes big senior seasonThe Apopka Chief
May 22, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   With three years as a varsity starter under his belt, Apopka football's rising senior quarterback, Tyson Davison, is on a mission to…
Rolson makes adjustments after blue and white gameThe Apopka Chief
May 20, 2025
By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The Apopka football team's annual blue and white scrimmage provided a stage for Blue Darter athletes last week. The game focused on…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Recent rain a welcome sight on local lakesThe Apopka Chief
May 16, 2025
Well, we finally got some rain this week. What a bles- sin’ that was, and hopefully, you got a good bit, too! Our lakes and our…
Apopka first responders to face off in charity basketball gameThe Apopka Chief
May 16, 2025
By Marshall Tempest  Reporter   Apopka’s first responders will face off in a charity basketball game later this month to finally answer the age-old question: Who’s better—firemen…
Try Charles Pyburn’s Potato/Leek Soup from visit to Dublin pub during Ireland tripThe Apopka Chief
May 16, 2025
Barbecue Ribs and Sauce from Emily Meggett’s recipe comes from her book, Gullah Geechee Home Cooking. This treasure is done right in your kitchen! No trudging…