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  • Ronnie Lovler

    Ronnie Lovler has 40 years of experience in journalism, including assignments all over Latin America for CNN and CBS. Ronnie teaches journalism at UF and public speaking at Santa Fe College. She was a recent fellow in the Gerontological Society of America’s Journalists in Aging Fellows Program and a previous Knight International Journalism Fellow in Bogota, Colombia. She is an editor and contributor for the book titled, Local Lives in a Global Pandemic: Stories from North Central Florida and a contributing author to the anthology Alone Together: Tales of Sisterhood and Solitude in Latin America. She began her career in journalism at the San Juan Star in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Ronnie resides in Gainesville and loves to travel.

The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
There will be a groundbreaking for the new inclusive playground at the Northwest Recreation Complex on the south end of the complex between the baseball fields…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
Hello Folks, We are off and runnin’ into the New Year. It’s hard to believe we are already halfway through the first month of 2025. We…
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
Properly maintaining your vehicle will ensure it’s in good condition, and it may also increase fuel efficiency. Regular automotive maintenance and repair services are essential to…
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
The Apopka girls soccer team plays their final game of the regular season on Friday, January 17.
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
My job is to keep up with athletics in Apopka, but sometimes our Apopka athletes move past the high school stage and continue to be great.…
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
The Apopka boys soccer team held their senior night this week before facing off against, and defeating, Oak Ridge on Tuesday, January 14.
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
This year has not been a model year for the Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball program.
The Apopka Chief
January 17, 2025
The Apopka girls basketball team started this week off with a huge win over Osceola on Tuesday, January 14.
The Apopka Chief
January 10, 2025
A second collection of photographs taken a few years ago by John Peery at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive located at 2803 Lust Road, Apopka.The Lake…
The Apopka Chief
January 10, 2025
SouthernLiving.com says, “A pork butt is the ultimate multi-tasking meal. A 4- to 5-pound pork butt can feed a dozen folks at once or a family…
WHS and AHS meet on the diamond in fall baseballThe Apopka Chief
October 25, 2024
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
October 25, 2024
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 24, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
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
October 18, 2024
Several resources are available to assist people in recovering from the effects of Hurricane Milton.
Rotary Club wants to build community centerThe Apopka Chief
October 18, 2024
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…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Lake levels rise and shut down boat ramps near usThe Apopka Chief
October 18, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone made it through the storm we had last week. Hurricane Milton was a doozy. I hope and pray your family and…