Haven is a recidivist. She is one of those curses of the judicial system’s revolving door, repeating her offenses as soon as she is released – systematically…
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In the midst of summer, not only have the temperatures increased, but also the happenings of the 2026 campaign season. As I alluded to in my last…
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Government works best when citizens are informed. Too often, people only hear about city government when there is a problem or controversy. My administration is committed to…
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Can you be sued for negligence for doing something right? Silly question. Of course you can. From the ads I see on TV, the courtroom is sort of a great big…
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Hello Folks, I hope you had a great weekend and you got to celebrate Father’s Day with your Dad right here on Earth; or remembering your Father that’s…
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The Florida Legislature has finally finished work on the 2026–2027 state budget after months of committee hearings, budget negotiations and conference talks. Through that process, we were able…
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Summer starts this comin’ Sunday on Father’s Day. I think summer’s already started…. if you ask me. Just my opinion, of course!
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There was never a man more difficult to shop for than my father. He would grin and look happy when a package was handed to him while not…
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Whether you're commuting to work, taking your children to school, or heading out to enjoy one of our local businesses, everyone has experienced the effects of our city's…
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One of the most important responsibilities of any city government is managing taxpayer dollars wisely. While roads, parks, public safety and infrastructure often receive the most attention, none…
Wekiva culinary students place 4th at national competitionThe Apopka Chief
Staff reports Five Wekiva High School students won fourth place in the restaurant management category at the 2025 National ProStart Invitational, according to a press release…
Lake Brantley ousts Apopka softball from state playoffsThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka softball team's 2025 season ended in the Class 7A Region 1 Semifinals at the hands of the Lake Brantley Patriots,…
Apopka football gears up for spring game at JonesThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter We are just a week away from Apopka's spring football game against Jones High School, which will take place at Jones on…
Apopka softball earns Lake Brantley rematch in Regional SemifinalThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter With a nail-biting 10-9 win over Atlantic Coast last week, the Apopka softball team is now set for the second round…
Seven-run inning propels Apopka softball to playoff winThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka softball team trailed the Atlantic Coast Stingrays 6-3 going into the sixth inning of Thursday night’s Class 7A Regional Quarterfinals…
Grateful for readers’ support and ready to fishThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I want to thank all the folks for your thoughts and prayers durin’ my absence. I ended up havin’ two back surgeries about one week apart.…
After district loss Apopka seeded 5th in state tournamentThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Editor’s Note: Thursday’s game against Atlantic Coast will start at 7 p.m., after The Apopka Chief’s print deadline. Look online at theapopkachief.com…
Apopka head coach uses award donation to build wall of fameThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Apopka High School's head softball coach, Mike MacWithey, designated the Apopka softball club as the recipient of a service award’s $250 charitable…
Apopka boys volleyball falls to No. 3 Timber Creek in first round The Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter This week, the Apopka boys volleyball team's Cinderella season ended with a loss to the Timber Creek Wolves in the first round…
Apopka flag football are regional runners-up after 19-6 loss to Spruce Creek The Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka flag football team fell last week in the Regional Championship round of the 4A 2025 FHSAA Flag Football State Championship…