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High winds and rain can wreak havoc on weak trees, causing property damage
A pitfall to living in the subtropics is the ever-present threat of strong storms and hurricanes. Having a completely hurricane-proof yard is next to impossible, but…
Local Apopka attorney Patrick Smith offers estate-planning services
Attorney Patrick Smith, a partner at The Law Offices of Joseph F. Pippen Jr. & Associates, is here to help individuals, families, and corporations plan and…
Apopka softball one game from state tourney
A taking care of business, workman-like performance turned into a show of explosiveness. Find out how the Darters performed against Dr. Phillips and get details on…
Offensive line seeks experience as Blue Darters play in jamboree
Going into spring practice, Apopka Blue Darters football coach Jeff Rolson knew that his offensive line was a work in progress with youth and inexperience in…
Mustangs hold scrimmage as they look to May 24 jamboree
The intra-squad scrimmage is a measuring stick of sorts during spring practice for most football teams. However, only so much can be determined from the scrimmage…
APD helps toddler with potty
For the past year, Stefanie McQuade used tried-and-true potty training methods: bribing Cannon with sweets, making him wear underwear, sticker charts. She even purchased four different…
SGA awards seniors at AHS
The Apopka High School Student Government seniors were awarded. Pictured above are, (l-r), Kyle Eckert, awarded the SGA Senior Award; Desiree Birriel, awarded the Daisy Darter…
Apopkan, Rebecca Ayala is a U.S. Navy logistics specialist
Ayala credits success in the Navy to many of the lessons learned growing up in Orlando. Read more on Ayala’s many responsibilities aboard the aircraft carrier…
Random Act of BBQ
Noelia Garcia was nominated for Sonny’s Random Act of BBQ representing Lovell Elementary School of Apopka. Read about why Noelia was nominated. See page 1B.
Apopka High softball remains unbeaten after 11 gamesThe Apopka Chief
A lay-off of 12 days didn’t affect the Apopka Blue Darters in the least. Apopka shortstop Jesiana Mora looks to fire the ball toward first base…
Mustangs face DP in first baseball game after spring breakThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva Mustangs returned to action this week. Much more consistent play in comparison to last season continued… But, find out if this was enough for…
Blue Darters play against West OrangeThe Apopka Chief
“Spring break week was a good experience for our ballclub,” Apopka coach Mike McDaniel said. “We learned a lot about our team and each other. The…
Nutrition Source holds ribbon cuttingThe Apopka Chief
A ribbon cutting for Nutrition Source was held Friday, March 22. Read more on the ribbon cutting and find out their location. See page 1B of…
FFA teaches APD officersThe Apopka Chief
While working a detail in Orlando in March, Apopka police officers took time to speak with some of the students from Apopka High School’s Future Farmers…
New Apopka fire truckThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Fire Department received its new ladder truck Thursday, March 28. The firetruck had a 78-foot top-mounted ladder and is capable of carrying 500 gallons…
Cookies and Milk with a CopThe Apopka Chief
Parents brought their children out to March’s Cookies and Milk with a Cop event on Saturday, March 16, at the North Orange Branch Library. Find out…
Apopka police honor school crossing guards at ceremonyThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Police Department recognized the community’s 13 school crossing guards for their dedication to getting children to and from school safely. Find out what Apopka…
High school students take part in Orange County leadership summitThe Apopka Chief
Students from Apopka and Wekiva high schools were among the hundreds of Orange County high school students who were shuttled to Valencia College’s West Campus for…
Apopka Proud concert set for May 4The Apopka Chief
The Apopka Proud country music concert is scheduled for Saturday, May 4, at the Apopka amphitheater that is located at the Northwest Recreation Complex off Jason…