The city of Apopka announced the first two Central Florida musical acts headlining on separate dates for the city’s new Friday Night Music Concert Series of…
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First of free concert series at amphitheater will kick off
Development likely on the way
A four-lot development that includes a convenience store with gas pumps, along with a drive-through coffee shop, a medical office, and a retail shop is expected…
J & K Automotive, Inc. can help you get your vehicle ready for the cold weather
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 tournament
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 team
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 Jesup
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 safely
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 service
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 toys
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 success
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…
CrimeLine gets checkThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Police Department this week presented a check to Barb Bergin, (second from right), executive director of CrimeLine. Making the presentation were, (l-r), APD Captain…
Participating in city meetingThe Apopka Chief
Apopka High School Student Government Association officer Miranda Rodriguez recited the pledge of allegiance and read a this-day-in-American-history fact at the City Council meeting. Here, Miranda…
Optical Eyeland’s passion is to help those in need and those that need to seeThe Apopka Chief
Over the years, Optical Eyeland has partnered with many organizations to help those in need. They’ve helped Health Care Center for the Homeless to supply frames…
Apopkan named as college conference’s top goalkeeperThe Apopka Chief
Covenant College men’s soccer senior goalkeeper Paul Lemay of Apopka (Circle Christian) was tabbed as the USA South Athletic Conference Goalkeeper of the Year. Read more…
Apopka meets Lk. Mary for districtThe Apopka Chief
While the outcome was never really in doubt, the Apopka Blue Darters used a strong second half to slam the door shut on any possibility of…
Blue Darters again bowl for district crownThe Apopka Chief
The 2019 District 8 championship meet held on October 29 marked the transition to the second phase of the Apopka Blue Darter’s journey for redemption. How…
Mustangs appear headed to playoffsThe Apopka Chief
For a fourth consecutive season, the Wekiva Mustangs qualified for the FHSAA postseason tournament. Find out how it happened…
Harbor House receives check from cityThe Apopka Chief
The city of Apopka presented Harbor House of Central Florida with a $2,500 check for survivors of domestic abuse from the Apopka area. The presentation was…
Ahapopka field tripThe Apopka Chief
On Monday, October 28, Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore, Apopka City Mayor Bryan Nelson, Orange County Public Schools District 7 School Board Member Melissa…
Evelina’s Barber Shop Ribbon CuttingThe Apopka Chief
Evelina’s Barber Shop, 1596 W. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka, held a ribbon cutting on Friday, October 25. Pictured above are owners Alexis Evelina (blonde hair, blue…