Elisa Schneider had never worked in the child dependency system. However, after her internship, she decided to pursue work in the dependency system after graduating from college and becoming an…
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Happy 96th birthday, Mac McGuffin
On Saturday, February 2, William "Mac" McGuffin celebrated his 96th birthday with friends and family. The event was an open house birthday celebration held at First…
Sir Henry’s Valentine Party will be this Saturday
Sir Henry’s Valentine Party will be held at the Avian Reconditioning Center, 323 W. Lester Rd., Apopka. Among the activities will be kids’ valentine crafts, birds of prey…
Apopkan Commander honored for contribution
Former Apopkan Commander Cassie (Cioci) Kitchen of the U.S. Coast Guard, was recognized by Admiral Karl Schultz, commandant of the Coast Guard, for her contributions. Find…
Four new homes constructed by Habitat at Builder Blitz event
Thanks to Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando and Osceola County’s Builders Blitz event, four new homes have been added to the growing South Apopka subdivision Arbor…
With city denial of request, developer plans to build 35 homes
The applicant’s attorney has notified the city that the potential developer, PMDW Ventures LLC, plans to go ahead with the housing project. Read details in this…
Governor announces plans to fund scholarships for special needs kids
Governor Ron DeSantis announced this week that he wants to include funds in the state budget to eliminate the waitlist of the Gardiner Scholarship. Read more…
Emergency repairs to traffic light
Workers from Control Specialists, a Winter Park company, repair the traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. Highway 441 and Bradshaw Road.
Fruits and vegetables still much better for snacking
Recent research on children’s snacking shows some stark statistics. All the more reason, says a University of Florida registered dietitian, to eat fruits and veggies rather…
Early-season seedless mandarin should be in production soon
Commercial citrus growers will soon see a new seedless mandarin variety that stays on the tree longer, two traits farmers seek, say University of Florida scientists.
City’s first in-house lawyer will begin on January 2The Apopka Chief
From a field of 68 applicants, the city of Apopka has hired its first ever in-house attorney who will start in the position on January 2.…
A wave from the ClausesThe Apopka Chief
Santa Claus and his Mrs. wave from atop an Apopka Fire Department truck on Saturday, December 8, during the annual Apopka Christmas Parade. The jolly old…
Looking for a mealThe Apopka Chief
A glossy ibis keeps his eyes on what he hopes is his next meal along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The drive is open every Friday…
Channel 9’s Tom Terry leads group to grant kids’ wishesThe Apopka Chief
An Apopka-based nonprofit, Forever Wishes, had a big spending spree by purchasing gifts for Orange County families to give them a memorable holiday season.
County Mayor Demings makes senior staff appointmentsThe Apopka Chief
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings this week announced four Orange County Government veterans for key staff appointments to his new administration. The appointments include:
Band student remembers former AHS band directorThe Apopka Chief
By Allison Boscarine, Special to the Chief. He represented a lot of time and really hard work during our high school careers. He expected our best. He…
Book now, sail later. Cruise Planners can help get the best deal on cruise vacationsThe Apopka Chief
Are you looking for a perfect vacation with your family or friends? If so, consider traveling to far-off ports of call on an amenity-filled floating resort,…
Weather has been playin’ havoc with local fishin’The Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, we have cooler weather again and the wind has been kinda nasty. With the up-and-down temperatures and the wind blowin’ like crazy, lots of folks…
Blue Darters trounce Evans in first district game of basketball seasonThe Apopka Chief
On a night when Apopka’s top three scorers – Zach Anderson, Nate Louis, and John Latimer III – combined for just 17 points, senior guard Jacob…
Search begun for new AHS football coachThe Apopka Chief
The search has already begun for Rick Darlington’s replacement as football coach at Apopka High School. Darlington, who was coach of the Blue Darters for 17…