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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
December 27, 2024
Food Net-work says, “When a grilled burger is called for, this one (The Best Grilled Burgers) is our go-to. We season only the outside of each…
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December 27, 2024
Cadets from the Wekiva High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program and Apopka High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps…
The Apopka Chief
December 27, 2024
The city of Apopka extended the last date of the roadway resurfacing project from January 10 to January 24, 2025, for three subdivisions: Meadows of Maudehelen,…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
December 27, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and maybe you had a chance to try out the new fishin’ rod and reel. Maybe…
The Apopka Chief
December 27, 2024
Last week the Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team defeated Ocoee (57-56), Wekiva (58-39), and South Lake (62-58) in a great showing before the Christmas break.
The Apopka Chief
December 27, 2024
Last week closed another undefeated string of games for the Apopka Blue Darter boys basketball team as their win streak hit a season-high of six games.
The Apopka Chief
December 27, 2024
It’s no secret, new construction subdivisions are popping up everywhere throughout the Apopka market. Currently, there are an equal number of new construction homes (single-family and…
The Apopka Chief
December 20, 2024
The Chief wants to hear from you! We are conducting a reader survey and would love to hear your thoughts on our work. Just click here to…
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December 20, 2024
Are you planning a trip this holiday season? As you pack your bags, you’ll want to make sure your vehicle is ready as well. To make…
The Apopka Chief
December 20, 2024
The Museum of Apopkans hosted Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 7 at the museum.
Sawyer Brown cancels performanceThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
Sawyer Brown has made the decision to cancel the Apopka Proud Concert due to health concerns. John Anderson, will be the headliner with opening act, Dallas…
Hispanic heritage celebratedThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
The third annual Apopka Hispanic Heritage Celebration marked Hispanic Heritage Month on Saturday, September 28, at Kit Land Nelson Park. The Orlando-based Raymi Dance School performs…
Bobby Scott, chair of the St. Paul AME Social Action Committee, reminded attendees of the power of voting.
St. Paul AME Church hosts Voter Education ForumThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
By Kennedy Jackson Special to the Chief The St. Paul AME Church Social Action Committee, under Senior Pastor Gerard Moss, Sr., held a Voter Education Forum…
Rock Your School at Kelly ParkThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
On Friday, September 27, Kelly Park School amped up learning with the annual Rock Your School pep rally and innovative classroom lessons.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Xtreme Bass Series held tournament on Harris Chain after Hurricane HeleneThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
Hello Folks, I’m back from vacation and I’m glad to be back. I got back just in time for Hurricane Helene. I hope and pray everyone…
Blue Darters fall to .500 on the season after loss at West OrangeThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
In what started as a game of great expectations slowly slipped out of Apopka’s grasp in last week’s loss to West Orange. The Warriors scored 22…
Wekiva couldn’t keep up with the Lions in lossThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
The Oviedo Lions scored early and often against the Wekiva Mustangs en route to a convincing 52-27 victory. The contest was the opener for District 6A-4…
Bye week for Apopka means more time for practice preparing for CocoaThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2024
Next Thursday, October 10, the Apopka Blue Darters host the Cocoa High School Tigers. The Tigers will be the Blue Darters highest rated opponent so far…
Transportation needs to be studiedThe Apopka Chief
October 3, 2024
Christine Moore, County Commissioner District 2 Do I need to tell you that northwest Orange County is and will be facing significant transportation mobility challenges in…
At Katrina M. Schroeder, DMD’s office, your smile is their top priorityThe Apopka Chief
October 1, 2024
Dr. Katrina Schroeder wants to ensure that every patient has a positive experience during every visit. Their office is bright, clean, and relaxing. There is no…