Apopka’s very own Jalen Carter, former Apopka High School Blue Darter football member and current Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman, is headed to his first Super Bowl…
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As we ring in the New Year, it’s time to toast to fresh beginnings, bold resolutions, and brighter futures. For residents across Lake Apopka Natural Gas…
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No funeral service is one-size-fits-all; decisions on whether to be buried or cremated are influenced by various personal, religious, financial, and cultural factors. A funeral is…
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On Friday, January 17, Orange Lodge No.36 F&AM donated historic agricultural items to the Museum of the Apopkans.
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On Friday, January 17, the city of Apopka celebrated Florida Arbor Day with members of the Foliage Garden Club of Apopka with a proclamation and tree…
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An Apopka man was arrested on charges that include DUI manslaughter for the fatal vehicular crash, which resulted in the death of a six-year-old Apopka boy…
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The 16th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade celebrated the late civil rights leader’s legacy on Monday, January 20, marching from the VFW Building on…
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On Saturday, January 18, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10147 in Apopka conducted its annual awards program for outstanding educational and community performance.
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Louis Wayne Folber, affectionately known as Lou, was born on September 23, 1951, in Queens, NY. Read more on page 4B.
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Hello Folks, We are continuing to have some cold weather comin’ to town, and it’s been cold all this weekend. The BassMaster High School Tournament is…
Wekiva falls to Apopka, prepares for undefeated JonesThe Apopka Chief
During all six losses this season, the Wekiva Mustangs have fallen behind by at least three touchdowns midway through the second quarter. Apopka upped the level…
November 1, 2024The Apopka Chief
Warren (Gene) Eugene Sikes Jr., 80, of Zellwood passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. He was born on May 28, 1944 in Jacksonville Florida. He…
Doctor gives tips on how to protect oneself from the fluThe Apopka Chief
As flu season begins, Dr. Tim Hendrix, medical director of AdventHealth Centra Care, discussed this time of the year, and offered tips on who should get…
Local Rotary Club honors World Polio DayThe Apopka Chief
Rotary members in Apopka took action in honor of World Polio Day, on Thursday, October 24, to raise awareness, funds, and support to end polio, a…
Gala will forgo keynote speaker, highlight contributions insteadThe Apopka Chief
Forgoing a keynote speaker this year, the John Land Apopka Community Trust will host its sixth annual John Land Apopka Community Trust Legacy Gala.
Early Halloween fun at Kit Land Nelson ParkThe Apopka Chief
Halloween in the Park took place on Saturday, October 26, at Kit Land Nelson Park in downtown Apopka. Hosted by the city of Apopka, the event…
St. Johns river is still highThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope y’all had a great weekend, and hopefully you got a chance to do some fishin. The water on the St. Johns River is…
Wekiva is now 3-5 after win over Lake Howell SilverhawksThe Apopka Chief
The sting felt from suffering through a long season is not quite as intense this week for the Wekiva Mustangs. Third place in the final District…
State Championship meet starts for Apopka bowling teamThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darter bowlers returned to the double- elimination tournament component of the state championship meet.
Apopka plays hard on the road but falls to Madison CountyThe Apopka Chief
In last week’s away matchup for the Apopka football team, the Blue Darters traveled to Madison County to face off against the Cowboys. After a grueling…