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The Orange County Corrections Department’s K-9 Officers were asked to raise their paws to be officially sworn in at a ceremony at the Renaissance Senior Center. Corrections Chief…
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Three outside sales professionals at Fastsigns of Apopka, were recently recognized at the 2019 FASTSIGNS Outside Sales Summit in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn their names and what…
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Longtime Apopka-area resident ORRA Past President Robert W. “Bob” Caldwell III, Caldwell Realty Services, has been named 2019 Humanitarian of the Year by Florida Realtors. Discover how…
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On Friday, August 23, Past National Sertoma President Woodrow Hudson honored the late William R. “Mac” McGuffin, a longtime Foliage Sertoma Club member from Apopka, at…
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In a first of its kind for Apopka, a retired Apopka High School English teacher will facilitate a free six-week watercolor painting program for patients affected by mild…
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With all signs pointing toward all of Central Florida being in the bull’s-eye for Hurricane Dorian, the city of Apopka is working to prepare for the…
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The Next Step Foundation is speaking with Mayor Bryan Nelson about securing a central location, a service arm of the foundation that will be named the…
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Saying it was his choice, Apopka Fire Chief Chuck Carnesale told Mayor Bryan Nelson that he is retiring from his position as of today, Friday, August…
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The guest speaker is Apopka native Eddie C. Brown, CFA, CIC. Brown is the founder, chairman, and chief executive officer of Brown Capital Management, located in…
Apopka Little League all-star teams continuing to playThe Apopka Chief
When the calendar turns to June, all-star competition is front and center for Little Leagues across the nation. See how the season is going on 1C.…
Seven AHS softball players land all-state team berthsThe Apopka Chief
Seven Apopka Blue Darters softball players landed spots on Class 9A all-state teams announced late last week by Miracle Sports. Read more about on 1C.
Panfish have been bitin’ well in Central Florida lakesThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and you are gettin’ ready for the weekend. The fishin’ is still doin’ good in most…
Football schedule changed as date of Jones game movedThe Apopka Chief
Some unusual mid-summer changes are happening with Apopka Blue Darter sports. See how on 1C.
Officers accept 50 Yard Challenge to mow lawnsThe Apopka Chief
Officer Matthew Reinhardt (l) and Officer Justin Lemieux accept the 50 Yard Challenge, in which they have collaborated to mow 50 lawns of Apopka residents. Read…
Moore receives special county commissioner designationThe Apopka Chief
The Florida Counties Foundation (FCF) presented Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore with the Certified County Commissioner (CCC) designation following completion of a comprehensive study…
On the lookoutThe Apopka Chief
A great blue heron takes a look over the grass along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The 11-mile, one-way drive is open each Friday through Sunday…
City staff has concerns over issues with apartmentsThe Apopka Chief
Just one item appeared on the agenda for the Wednesday, June 26, meeting of the city of Apopka’s Development Review Committee. Find out more on 1A.
Chamber of Commerce gives awardsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce honored the most exceptional in the business community at the second annual BBQ and Blues Chamber Business Awards. Find out…
Social Security can help if you lose a parent youngThe Apopka Chief
For young people whose parent passes away, Social Security is here. Learn how one can take full advantage of these programs in a time of grief…