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…
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Optical Eyeland in Apopka offers quick tips for summer eye care
Associates in Dermatology is celebrating 30 years of dedicated care to Central Floridians
Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Associates in Dermatology proudly continues to deliver an unrivaled level of care to patients across numerous Central Florida communities. …
Apopka Little League all-star teams continuing to play
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 berths
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 lakes
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 moved
Some unusual mid-summer changes are happening with Apopka Blue Darter sports. See how on 1C.
Officers accept 50 Yard Challenge to mow lawns
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 designation
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 lookout
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 apartments
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.
Apopka High softball team keeps winning, lands a berth in the regional quarterfinalsThe Apopka Chief
Teammates and coaches celebrate Senior Night with the team’s only senior, Makayla Fisher, who is standing with her family.
Season ends just shy of state tournament for AHS boys volleyballThe Apopka Chief
Throughout the first two sets and 38 points (20-18) of the third, the score of the match between the Celebration Storm and Apopka Blue Darters during…
Wekiva High flag football team wins District 2A-2 championshipThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva Mustangs relied on defense first as well as foremost while the end result of survive and advance played out once again during the District…
Bass and panfish are bitin as weather continues to warmThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, We are havin’ some great weather even though we do need some rain. We should get rain by the time you read this. The…
Blue Darters will host Wekiva in district tourney gameThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School baseball team honored its seniors Wednesday, May 1, before its game against the Tohopekaliga Tigers. Seniors shown are, (l-r), Garrett Fore, Niko…
Artists invited to submit artwork for Sculpture on the Lawn eventThe Apopka Chief
Artists are invited to submit work – existing or conceptual – for Orange County’s fifth annual Sculpture on the Lawn exhibition, an outdoor display in which…
Episcopal Church dedicated new Memorial Garden BellsThe Apopka Chief
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, 601 S. Highland Ave., Apopka, dedicated its new Memorial Garden Bells Sunday, April 28, after the 10:30 a.m. service.…
Disney Dreamer & DoerThe Apopka Chief
Lovell Elementary School has chosen Javier Calderon as the school’s Disney Dreamer and Doer representative. This program, awarded through Walt Disney World, recognizes academic achievement and…
TCS chooses Teacher of the Year and ECE Worker of the YearThe Apopka Chief
Trinity Christian School recently announced its Teacher of the Year and Early Childhood Education Worker of the Year, both for 2019. The Teacher of the Year…
VFW Post 10147 holds flag retirment ceremony, plans next one for the fallThe Apopka Chief
Not discouraged by a low public turnout at its first flag retirement ceremony on Friday, April 26, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10147 will organize…