Bob Elmquist of Apopka took this sunset picture from his backyard after one of the recent afternoon thunderstorms. Elmquist is retired after working for many years…
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On Thursday, August 13, Pearl Mason was completely surprised by a fire truck. Look for more on 10A.
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With some notable exceptions, most incumbents were returned to office Tuesday. Look for more on 1A.
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The Community Redevelopment Agency Board unanimously approved extending the remaining fiscal year trust fund budget. Read more on 7A.
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Saying their concerns over pay raises have fallen on deaf ears, some of Apopka’s police officers have taken the first step to form a union. A…
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Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great week and you had a chance to get on the water and do some fishin’. We are havin’ some hot…
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In a time when the stigma of mental illness has become more removed from society, some factions such as firefighters are addressing it more. Read about…
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One of the most important goals of health care is ensuring that ill, elderly, and disabled patients receive high quality, personal, and compassionate care. CSG Home…
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There is no secret to extending the life of your car. Your car should be able to provide adequate service for at least 100,000 miles. …
Bass fishin’ in Lakes Monroe and Jessup still going gang bustersThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope everyone has had a great week and, hopefully, you got a chance to do some fishin’. I want to wish all the mothers out there…
Maltby Tree Service and Landscaping encourages you to prepare your property before hurricane season beginsThe Apopka Chief
Trees can be a beautiful landscaping feature, but it’s important to keep them maintained as the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season begins. This hurricane season is likely to…
Doctors are giving Facebook updates two times a weekThe Apopka Chief
An overview of new safety measures being implemented, a demonstration of how to wear a face mask, and continuing elective surgeries. More on 9A...
Doctor urges patients to take care of medical needsThe Apopka Chief
Monday, May 4, marked the first day of resumed elective surgeries for hospitals across the state. See more on 1A...
City hires new attorneyThe Apopka Chief
Within eight days of former Apopka city attorney Joe Byrd publicly announcing his resignation on April 15 at a City Council meeting, Michael Rodriguez had applied…
Three Blue Darters headed to Ivy League universitiesThe Apopka Chief
Three Apopka High School students have each achieved a lofty accomplishment as they were admitted to Ivy League universities. Find out more on 1A...
City offering antibody testsThe Apopka Chief
The city of Apopka offered free COVID-19 antibody tests at the VFW/Apopka Community Center...
Blue Darters baseball season cut short due to COVID-19The Apopka Chief
Like everything else in life in the United States, the Apopka Blue Darters baseball season came to an abrupt halt in mid-March due to COVID-19. Read…
Former liquor store torn downThe Apopka Chief
A long-closed ABC Liquor store at 2121 W. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, was torn down this week. The roof and the east wall of the 10,754-square…
Seeking recognitionThe Apopka Chief
Antonio Tovar, interim general coordinator, for the Farmworker Association of Florida, speaks Friday, May 1, at the group’s Apopka office as agricultural workers seek recognition as…