On Saturday, April 13, volunteers from Rotary Club of Apopka, the city of Apopka, Apopka Foliage Garden Club met together on Lust Road at the entance…
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Apopkan Rudein Talton celebrates 100 years
Longtime Apopka resident Rudein Talton celebrated her 100th birthday on Monday, April 15. She has lived in Apopka for 73 years in the same house that…
Val Demings shares life story and career path at Women in Business Leadership Luncheon
Congresswoman Val Demings was the featured speaker at the annual Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon on Wednesday, April 17, at Highland Manor in Apopka. Organized…
Mayor says rumors of removing fire chief, police chief ‘not true’
Nelson said, “The past two or three weeks have been a real challenge,” but that there were no changes in store for the fire chief and…
Busy Rock Springs Road/Welch Road intersection gets attention from city, county
Traffic at the Rock Springs Road/Welch Road intersection may get some temporary relief in about six months using short-term solutions city and county engineering experts have…
State champions honored
The Wekiva Mustangs girls basketball team was honored Wednesday, April 17, by the Apopka City Council for winning the Class 9A state title in March. Here,…
Reuse water partnership formed by cities of Apopka, Mount Dora
Officials from the cities of Apopka and Mount Dora gathered to participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Mount Dora reclaimed water pipeline extension. Read about…
Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast scheduled for May 2
Gian Paul Gonzalez, a motivational speaker, will give the keynote address at the breakfast. Ticket information and details on the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast can be found…
Orange County officials tour area to learn about affordable housing
Elected officials and community leaders engaged in discussions related to the advancement of fair housing initiatives while visiting Orange County’s new affordable homes and public facilities.…
Showing off
A tabebuia tree shows its yellow blossoms in Apopka as the temperatures continue to climb, although a cold front is expected to drop the temperatures to…
Gas district director gets song, pay raise on birthdayThe Apopka Chief
It was a very happy birthday for Lake Apopka Natural Gas District general manager Samuel Davis Jr., and it had nothing to do with the singing…
Controlled burnThe Apopka Chief
A controlled burn took place Tuesday, February 26, near the entrance to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The burn was designed to help clear brush from…
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce sets legislative agendaThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce has set its legislative agenda for the upcoming 60-day session of the Florida Legislature. Fin out what the Chamber detailed…
Classic Car Show will highlight Apopka FairThe Apopka Chief
Every spring for the last 18 years, a vast variety of cars are exhibited as an integral part of the fair while also serving as a…
Electric meters soon will be very smartThe Apopka Chief
By the end of July, all Apopka-area Duke Energy customers will see a switch to smart meters. Find out what company officials say the smart meters…
Natural Gas is fueling the future of clean energyThe Apopka Chief
For 177 million American consumers, the benefits of natural gas are no secret. One of the most common and abundant forms of energy in the U.S.…
For 33 years, the Optical Eyeland staff has provided quality eye care and superior serviceThe Apopka Chief
Always caring and always informing, Optical Eyeland’s focus has been to be there to help preserve the health and care of your eyesight. Family owned and…
Central Florida Audiology will create a customized better-hearing plan tailored to your needsThe Apopka Chief
Amy Davis Au.D. and her hearing care practice, Central Florida Audiology, are hidden gems in the greater Apopka and Leesburg communities. Dr. Davis is an audiologist…
A winning startThe Apopka Chief
Apopka infielder Jesiana Mora throws to first base to record an out Tuesday, February 19, in the Blue Darters first regular-season contest.
Mustangs topple Timber Creek in first regional gameThe Apopka Chief
Up to halftime of the contest pitting the Wekiva Mustangs against the Timber Creek Timberwolves during the FHSAA postseason tournament’s regional quarterfinal round, the advantage of…