On Saturday, April 20, the Orange County Branch of the NAACP presented the Rufus C. Brooks Civil Rights Award to former Apopka Commissioner, Billie Dean, at…
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AHS student Julia Shepherd was selected for Disney Dreamers Academy
When Julia Shepherd first found out she was one of 100 teenagers selected for a Disney leadership and mentorship program, she was “really surprised,” she said. But after experiencing the four-day program…
Art and foliage highlight annual Apopka festival
Back for its 58th year this weekend, the popular Apopka Art and Foliage Festival will continue its legacy of bringing the community together as well as…
Apopka High alums form group to help the school fulfill needs
For Holly Jordan Condrey, being an Apopka High School graduate has always been a source of pride. Holly Jordan Condrey (left, front) is spearheading the group.…
Taking off
A fulvous whistling duck takes off as it flies along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. Location and open hours…
Breakfast ticket sales will end on April 29
Last-minute tickets are available for the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. Gian Paul Gonzalez, a motivational speaker, will give the keynote address at the breakfast. Read more…
Poll workers needed for 2020 election
The Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office is currently recruiting poll workers for the 2020 elections. Read on how to become a poll worker on page…
If you’re tired of hunting for quality medical care, look no further than Hunt Club Medical Care
Take a deep breath, step through the doors, and let the Hunt Club Medical Care family take care of yours. In addition…
Wekiva baseball played Lake Minneola on Friday April 12.
Cale Herrera covers first base on a pick off attempt as a Lake Minneola player dives under the tag during the Friday, April 12 game.
Apopka High athletes sign college papers
Six Apopka High School athletes signed college scholarships on Wednesday, April 17, in the school’s gym. Shown are, (l-r), Nathan Louis, Elena Korkes, Tobarius Jackson, Curtis…
Dr. Morgan’s unique touch to patient care is a reflection from times pastThe Apopka Chief
Older adults often can benefit from health care that is tailored to their changing needs by a physician who limits their practice to the care of…
Wekiva Mustangs girls basketball team ready for state semifinalsThe Apopka Chief
The 2019 state final-four will be the fourth over the last six seasons in which the Wekiva Mustangs are still a part of the field.
Apopka High Special OlympiansThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School Special Olympics track team participated in the Special Olympics Orange County Summer Games Saturday, February 23.
Christian Learning Academy of Apopka has all-state basketball playersThe Apopka Chief
Florida Christian Conference all-state members.
Wekiva High Special Olympians participate in county track meetThe Apopka Chief
Special Olympians from Wekiva High School are, (l-r), Dominic Johnson, two first places; Elier Montes De Oca, one second place; Joshua Gozar, one second place and…
Big chains of lakes have been very good for anglersThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you had a chance to get on the water over the weekend and do some fishin’ that has been really good in…
State wrestlersThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School girls wrestling team took eighth place out of 94 schools at the state championship meet and Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando.…
AHS top athletesThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka High School Baptiste Orthodontics Athletes of the Month for January were honored recently. Shown are, (l-r), Russell Wambles, AHS athletic director; Harmony Cullen, girls…
Eye on the ballThe Apopka Chief
Avery Brewer, a freshman on the Apopka Blue Darters varsity softball team, swings at a pitch Thursday, February 21.
Blue Darters open baseball season with win over LymanThe Apopka Chief
It was anything but ideal baseball weather as there was a light rain throughout the contest, but otherwise, the opening day of the 2019 season for…