Hello Folks, If you have been waitin’ for the fish to start bitin’, they are doin’ just that. Lots of folks are gettin’ on the water…
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Specks and bass are hot right now as weather warms
The 2020 Apopka Voter’s Guide
Get to know the candidates running for Seats 3 and 4 in Apopka Municipal Elections. See pages 7A-9A.
Get started now on spring cleaning
Establishing a plan and setting reachable goals can make spring cleaning a lot less daunting. Read more on page 3B.
Retirement 101 with Social Security benefits
If you’re among the people covered under Social Security, you need to know how much you might receive from us when you begin receiving benefits. Read…
UF/IFAS welcomes specialist in water resources
Yilin Zhuang joins the UF/IFAS Extension central district in the Apopka office as a regional specialized agent (RSA) in water resources. Read this article on page…
Art & Foliage Festival March dates proclaimed
City of Apopka officials presented The Apopka Woman’s Club with a proclamation. The Apopka Woman’s Club has expanded the foliage displays to attract a broader range…
Pastor and Mrs. Schorejs
On February 19, David J. Schorejs and Diana “Bunnie” Sue Rice Acree were united in marriage. Read more on page 1B.
Re-enactment of last days of Jesus will be held
Participants will visit shops in the marketplace and smell, touch, hear and see a glimpse of day-to-day living in biblical times. Get more details on page…
Partnership with AdventHealth means city to get in-kind aid
The city of Apopka has agreed to a partnership with AdventHealth in which the hospital will provide funding for enhancements to recreational parks as well as…
City medical personnel taking precautions due to coronavirus spread
“Each of our personnel has been through strict training regarding personal protection equipment and actual responses if anything comes up that we suspect”. Read the full…
J & K Automotive, Inc. can help you get your vehicle ready for the cold weatherThe Apopka Chief
Cold weather is here and your car may need special care. Stop in today to make sure your car is ready for the winter weather. J…
Wekiva earns championship, Apopka wins two at tournamentThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva Mustangs have hosted at least one division of the Florida Prospects Christmas Holiday Tournaments over the last seven seasons. Competitiveness at the highest level…
Gaining experience continues for young Wekiva teamThe Apopka Chief
Youth continues to impact the fortunes of the Wekiva Mustangs the most. “As soon as we knew no players were returning, a process has been the…
Speck catchin’ is still good in Lake Monroe and Lake JesupThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great Christmas and a Happy New Year. We are head-in for another great year of fishin’ in Central Florida. I’m gettin’…
Dispose of your Christmas tree safelyThe Apopka Chief
The Florida Forest Service is encouraging Floridians to dispose of Christmas trees safely. Dry limbs and needles from discarded Christmas trees can be an ignition source for fire…
Social security extends hours to improve customer serviceThe Apopka Chief
Beginning on January 8, 2020, field offices will remain open until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, with typical field office hours from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.,…
Carter Electric donates toysThe Apopka Chief
Taylor Carter and Chris Atkins of Carter Electric Inc. stopped by the Apopka Police Department on Monday, December 23, to drop off toys for Christmas. Find…
Operation Blue Santa was a successThe Apopka Chief
Apopka police officers participated in Operation Blue Santa on Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, when they gave Christmas to families that otherwise would have had very…
Police have a cowThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Police Department had a cow on Tuesday, December 31 when they dealt with a headstrong bovine trotting around an Apopka roadway. Read more on…
MLK Parade accepting float applicationsThe Apopka Chief
Float applications are now being accepted for the 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, scheduled for Monday, January 20. Churches, dignitaries, bands, step teams, youth groups…