The city of Apopka Parks and Recreation Department will host a groundbreaking ceremony for a $500,000 skate park and pump track park, which will include a…
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Michael Posluszny of Apopka won a $100 Publix gift card from The Apopka Chief for responding to a reader survey that was published in December 2024.
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The Apopka Masonic Lodge, the oldest Lodge in continuous use in the state of Florida, Orange Lodge No. 36 F&AM, had their 169th annual installation of…
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Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great start to the new year. We are startin’ the new year off right with some cold weather,…
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The Apopka Blue Darter boys basketball team continued their winning streak this week with the start of the Metro Conference Tournament.
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With baseball season around the corner, I recently spoke with the head coach of the Apopka baseball team, Bobby Brewer, about replacing lost talent, pitching depth,…
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Next Weekend the Rock Springs Cardboard Canoe Regatta at Kelly Park Springs is back. On Saturday, January 18, 16 teams of five will start building their…
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In December, Woodmen Life Apopka Chapter 825 donated student holiday boxes to the Christian ministry Loaves & Fishes for distribution.
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These photographs were taken a few years ago by John Perry at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive located at 2803 Lust Road, Apopka. The Lake Apopka…
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The community rang in 2025 with its own New Year’s Eve Ball Drop on December 31, 2024, at Hurricane Grill and Wings Apopka on Semoran Boulevard.
Apopka fall to Osceola, a look at the Madison County matchupThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters lost their fourth game of the season in last week’s home game against the Osceola Kowboys. It was Apopka’s last home game…
WHS and AHS meet on the diamond in fall baseballThe Apopka Chief
The purpose of fall ball is to work on fundamentals and provide rookies the experience needed for adapting to a more intense level (varsity) of play.…
What does the loss to Osceola mean for APK’s playoff hopes?The Apopka Chief
Last week I talked about what the road to the playoffs would be like for Apopka. After their loss to Osceola last week the road hasn’t…
October 25 obituariesThe Apopka Chief
October 25, 2024 JEFFERY ALLEN BOYER, 57, of Apopka, Florida passed away on October 10, 2024. Jeff was the owner of Maters and Taters Market and…
Take the worry out of storm damage clean-up with fast, reliable service from Maltby’s Tree Service and LandscapingThe Apopka Chief
Many homeowners enjoy having trees in their yard. Trees provide shade, add visual appeal, and can increase property value. Unfortunately, during any storm, these things can…
Since 1988, A.O.K. Tire Mart has been a local, family-owned, and operated businessThe Apopka Chief
Good tires are a safe and dependable choice. Unfortunately, they’re one of those things that many take for granted. Ignoring your tires can come at a…
‘Mr. Bob’ retires after 65 yrs. of furniture store ownershipThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Furniture has been a staple in the community on Central Avenue for more than 65 years. Its owner, Bob Bratton, is now 90 and has…
State officials warn about post-disaster insurance fraudThe Apopka Chief
In light of having faced hurricanes within the last several weeks, state officials are warning constituents against people attempting to commit fraud, and have established insurance…
Resources are available to help with recovery from MiltonThe Apopka Chief
Several resources are available to assist people in recovering from the effects of Hurricane Milton.
Rotary Club wants to build community centerThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka City Council approved 5-0 at its October 2 meeting to declare part of a city-owned property as surplus at the request of Rotary Club…