A group of University of Florida researchers will use a new $5 million grant to develop a “pancreatic islet on a chip” — a platform that…
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In line with the Miss America Organization, the Miss Apopka Competition is undergoing a significant makeover that includes eliminating the swimsuit category in an effort to…
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Central Florida was spared much of Hurricane Dorian’s wrath with the hurricane feeling more like a tropical storm when it slid by the area. Read more…
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While the city of Apopka fared fairly well this week through Hurricane Dorian’s brush with the east coast of Florida, the mayor said that the storm…
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As the city’s new fire chief, Sean Wylam is determined to keep the Apopka Fire Department on track as one of the nation’s top fire departments.…
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A ministry that has Apopka roots and works in the Bahamas and throughout the Caribbean is seeking donations of money and any other items that might…
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As teammates and coach Nuni Dominguez (back right) look on, Apopka Blue Darters girls volleyball team middle blocker Lenaia Powell spikes a ball during Apopka’s 3-0…
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If anyone had doubts as to the Wekiva Mustangs football team’s ability to compete at the same level as during the previous three seasons, the answer…
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For Apopka High football coach Jeff Rolson, the season and home opener today, Friday, August 30, should be cause for a smile or two as he…
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A number of familiar foes remain on the schedule even though the Wekiva Mustangs football team has moved to Class 7A.
Apopka police officers help mow lawns with 50 Yard ChallengeThe Apopka Chief
Monday, July 1, marked the first day of Apopka police officers’ 50 Yard Challenge, in which they would mow 50 lawns of Apopka residents who are…
Cindi Cioci is named 2019-2020 governor for Rotary District 6980The Apopka Chief
Cindi Cioci of Apopka has been named 2019-2020 district governor for Rotary International District 6980, the first district governor from the Rotary Club of Apopka in…
Wolf Lake K-8 relief school set to open in 2022: New school is moved up OCPS construction listThe Apopka Chief
Orange County Public Schools pushed the construction schedule of its first K-8 school in Apopka from 2026 to 2022, which will relieve student overcapacity in the…
A snack while swimmingThe Apopka Chief
An alligator swims with what appears to be an armored catfish in its mouth in a canal along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The 11-mile, one-way…
New Lovell Elementary principal ready to get going with school yearThe Apopka Chief
Before the new school year kicks off, the Lovell Elementary School community will be able to first meet new Principal Sarasty and new Assistant Principal Luz…
Teen interns repair computersThe Apopka Chief
After just two weeks on the job as summer interns with LAN on Demand, Inc., Cale Herrera, 18, and Michael Clarke, 16, have managed to steadily…
Apopka police officers promotedThe Apopka Chief
Three Apopka police officers were promoted during a brief ceremony Tuesday, July 2, at the Apopka Police Department. Read more on page 3A.
Apopka civilian participates in U.S. Army War College seminarThe Apopka Chief
Scott Vedder of Apopka participated in the U.S. Army War College 65th annual National Security Seminar (NSS) in Carlisle, Pa., June 3-6. Read more on what…
Optical Eyeland in Apopka offers quick tips for summer eye careThe Apopka Chief
It’s official – summer is here! Summer can take its toll on your eyes, whether it comes in the form of hay fever, chlorine in swimming…
Associates in Dermatology is celebrating 30 years of dedicated care to Central FloridiansThe Apopka Chief
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Associates in Dermatology proudly continues to deliver an unrivaled level of care to patients across numerous Central Florida communities. …