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I hope everyone is enjoyin’ this great weather we’ve been havin’… nice and cool in the mornin’ and then gettin’ up in the 80s durin’ the day! Those cool breezes in the heat of…
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The Apopka Blue Darters baseball team secured a 6-2 win over Olympia on Little League Night Thursday at J. Barnes Field. Dozens of Little Leaguers turned…
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Our strategic plan will align our vision, mission and core values with goals that can be measured. With general revenues and expenses just crossing the $100 million mark, we…
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We’re finally gettin’ some rain this week, and I just want to thank all of you for your prayers. The rain will not only help our lakes, but…
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When Apollo 8 circled the Moon in 1968, it was a big deal, as it is this time with Artemis. Sending humans that far out into space is an incredible achievement, the sort…
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As I have shared before, keeping up with maintenance on more than 220 buildings is a big job. I think OCPS does a pretty good job of doing it. Thanks…
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Over the last few decades, the biking industry has seen a rise in the use of electric bicycles (also referred to as e-bikes). In the Central Florida…
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Folks, we really need rain, so keep those prayers goin' for two to three more inches of rain. The fishin' is still doin' real good in most of the lakes and rivers in our area, and the shellcrackers should start bitin' real soon.
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As we close out March of 2026, I would like to take this column to thank all the men and women who helped to achieve our…
Don’t forget to check your tires, brakes and battery before your summer travelThe Apopka Chief
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
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…
The Harris Chain has been on fire…The Apopka Chief
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
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
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
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…
Recent rain a welcome sight on local lakesThe Apopka Chief
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
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
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…
Wekiva culinary students place 4th at national competitionThe Apopka Chief
Staff reports Five Wekiva High School students won fourth place in the restaurant management category at the 2025 National ProStart Invitational, according to a press release…