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Apopka banker will retire
After more than 47 years, Gayle Altman, a banker and long-time resident, is retiring. Read more about Mrs. Altman’s impact on the Apopka community and achievements…
High grass on Apopka’s rights-of-way grows into frustration for city officials
Overgrown grass in the city of Apopka’s rights-of-way became a hot topic Wednesday, August 21, at the City Council meeting as city commissioners and others expressed…
Apopka-born financier will be speaker at gala
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…
City board looks to use funds to redevelop downtown Apopka
The city of Apopka’s Community Redevelopment Agency Board unanimously approved two resolutions, including one that greenlights the $2.24 million budget for fiscal year 2019-2020 to include coverage of six CRA assistance…
Apopka Rotary Club works to benefit community
The Apopka Rotary Club has given thousands in monetary donations to various scholarship programs, schools and organizations during fiscal year 2018-2019, an estimated 10 to 15…
Salary study for city slices number of pay categories
A new salary and job classification study for city employees was presented to the Apopka City Council at its meeting on Wednesday, August 21. Jennifer Vickrey…
Apopka High bowlers looking to begin new streak of state championships
Last November, members of the Apopka Blue Darters boys bowling team walked off the alley not sure what to do. Discover why on 1C.
You only get one set of eyes, so let Optical Eyeland help you protect them
There is no question that the Florida sun’s reflection and harmful glare can be hard on your eyes. Light can be both harmful and beneficial for…
Trans-All of Orlando offers old school sales and service
Are you in the market for a good quality vehicle? Need help? Drive in to or call Trans-All of Orlando today. Someone will help you immediately.…
Private school plans to move from Gotha area to Apopka next yearThe Apopka Chief
With a growing student enrollment and a booming market in the Apopka area, Central Florida Preparatory School, a K-12 private school, sees the opportunity to expand its campus by relocating…
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District is celebrating 60 years of excellenceThe Apopka Chief
A letter from Lake Apopka Natural Gas District General Manager and CEO Samuel Davis, Jr. In 1957, forward-looking officials from Apopka, Clermont, and Winter Garden recognized…
Sheeler Auto Repair encourages preventive maintenance before hitting the road this summerThe Apopka Chief
Summer’s high temperatures can take a toll on everyone and everything, including your vehicles. The extreme Florida heat can push a car past its limits, and…
Apopka High wins statewide sportsmanship award from FHSAAThe Apopka Chief
Outgoing AHS athletic director Russell Wambles was notified this week that the school won the award for the 2018-2019 school year that just ended.
Only flag football coach Darters have had retiresThe Apopka Chief
Matt Houvouras has decided to retire from coaching, saying that he’s ready to hand over the reins of the highly successful program to someone else.
Apopka Little League all-stars begin summer play for younger teamsThe Apopka Chief
All-star competition began within Florida’s District 23 over the course of the last week.
Blue Darters enjoy another successful sports yearThe Apopka Chief
Apopka High softball lands berth in state semifinals to cap years end.
State Rep. Sullivan reviews 2019 session of Fla. LegislatureThe Apopka Chief
State Rep. Jennifer Sullivan recapped the 2019 state legislative session Tuesday, June 11, at an event hosted by the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce.