Residents from local neighborhoods near Wekiwa Springs State Park are rallying together to push back against state regulations that require homeowners to replace their septic systems…
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Wekiwa neighborhoods discuss state’s septic system requirements
Prayers for rain have been answered and then some
Hello Folks, We have been prayin’ for rain and, by golly, we have been gettin’ some. The water is up in most of the lakes and…
More commercial buildings slated to be built at Rock Springs Road and Lester Road
Plans call for a four-building complex at the northwest corner of the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Lester Road to have two restaurants, office, retail,…
Students receive school supplies, backpacks
Local students were given school supplies and backpacks Monday, August 5, at the Cooper Sportsplex during the second annual Jeremy “Head” Boatwright Basketball Classic. Read a…
Quarterback Larry Preston getting ready to lead the Mustangs
When the 2018 football season began, Larry Preston was an unknown commodity. Read more about Larry and the season on page 1C.
Sports hall of fame luncheon
The second Apopka Sports Hall of Fame luncheon was held on Saturday, August 3. See a few in attendance on page 8A.
Blue Darters will take part in important scrimmage
Even though it’s only a scrimmage for one half of football, Apopka football coach Jeff Rolson says the Blue Darters’ participation in a multi-team event Saturday,…
Crying Towel event will feature AHS football coach
This years’ event will mark the sixth annual Crying Towel event produced by Talkin’ Old School. Coach Jeff Rolson from Apopka High School will attend. Find…
Apopkan, female coders finish training at EA Tiburon
Myla Corn of Lake Brantley High School and Samantha Lin of Trinity Preparatory School graduated on Friday, August 2, from this summer’s “Get in the Game”…
Classic Car Show winners
The Episcopal Church of Apopka hosted the 2nd Annual Classic Car Show on Saturday, August 3. Read a bit more on 1B.
Apopkan honored at OSPRYS Awards by Orlando Real ProducersThe Apopka Chief
Hollie Gondera of Apopka was named the winner of the Female Connector of the Year award from Orlando Real Producers. The company seeks to connect the…
Apopka Youth Works has kick-off luncheonThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Youth Works held their kick-off luncheon, Wednesday, June 5, at the Apopka Community Center VFW Post 10147, 519 S Central Ave, Apopka. The luncheon…
Apopka firefighters qualify for challenge semifinalsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Fire Department Combat Challenge Relay Team qualified for the World Championships by advancing to the semifinals of the Scott Firefighter Combat Challenge event on…
One Blood, Big Red Bus will host Pulse Remembrance Blood DriveThe Apopka Chief
On the third anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting that ended the lives of 49 people, One Blood is conducting the Pulse Remembrance Blood Drive in…
State official talks economic issuesThe Apopka Chief
Ken Lawson, executive director of the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, spoke this week to members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce.
City files suit against former EMS billing company, saying city may have lost tens of thousands of $$$The Apopka Chief
At a City Council meeting on the same day, city attorney Joe Byrd told the City Council and the public that a company called NEB Group,…
Plans approved to replace insect-infested pine treesThe Apopka Chief
Due to an insect infestation, these pine trees and others at the Northwest Recreation Complex will come down this summer.
Does hurricane season have you worried? With natural gas, you’ll have peace of mind!The Apopka Chief
Summer time in Central Florida can be the best of times… time to put your feet up and relax a little. Cook outside on your gas…
Russell Automotive, Inc. is a family business, providing expert auto care for over 38 yearsThe Apopka Chief
Russell Automotive, Inc. began their Apopka auto repair business in 1981. They started with extensive knowledge about auto repair, and they wanted to provide the best…
AHS basketball awardThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball coach Scott Williams presents the Uncommon Award to senior Jacob Hall.