In defiance of polling that showed a tight race, U.S. Senator Rick Scott, R-Fla., easily won a second term with a 1.38-million vote margin over former…
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Bankson wins second term to represent House District 39
Republican incumbent Doug Bankson won his second term as State House of Representatives District 39, defeating Democrat challenger Marsha Summersill in the November 5 general election.
Six firefighters awarded scholarships
The Apopka Fire Department, in partnership with the 2650 Foundation, hosted a special ceremony at Apopka Fire Station One on Friday, November 1, to award six…
CEOs, Habitat construct two new homes
In a collaborative effort, 21 of Central Florida’s CEOs and business leaders gathered on Monday, November 4, to address affordable housing in the region for CEO…
Schoreder, Cilladi win X-treme Bass Championship at Palatka
Hello Folks, Well, we are gettin’ some rain and some sunshine most days. We need the rain, but not too much. The St. John’s River is…
Apopka takes home Mayor’s Cup for second season in a row
The end of the 2024 FHSAA football season was marked for the Apopka Blue Darters last week with a win over in-city rivals the Wekiva Mustangs.…
Wekiva falls to Apopka, prepares for undefeated Jones
During all six losses this season, the Wekiva Mustangs have fallen behind by at least three touchdowns midway through the second quarter. Apopka upped the level…
November 1, 2024
Warren (Gene) Eugene Sikes Jr., 80, of Zellwood passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024. He was born on May 28, 1944 in Jacksonville Florida. He…
Doctor gives tips on how to protect oneself from the flu
As flu season begins, Dr. Tim Hendrix, medical director of AdventHealth Centra Care, discussed this time of the year, and offered tips on who should get…
Local Rotary Club honors World Polio Day
Rotary members in Apopka took action in honor of World Polio Day, on Thursday, October 24, to raise awareness, funds, and support to end polio, a…
Carson May travels to Bonneville to become the youngest person ever to hit 200 mphThe Apopka Chief
Carson May is a 15-year-old boy from Oviedo who is on his way to Utah to do what no other 15-year-old has ever done. Break a…
Vision Car Wash has grand openingThe Apopka Chief
Vision Car Wash celebrated its grand opening on Friday, May 31, with city officials, members of the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, and community members.
Zellwood Church of God celebrates its 100th year on August 3 and 4The Apopka Chief
The Zellwood Church of God will celebrate its 100th anniversary with a celebration all weekend. Read ore on page 6A.
Political Hob Nob brings out votersThe Apopka Chief
Hundreds of attendees showed up at the annual Political Hob Nob, where they met up to 25 candidates who are running in the upcoming primary election…
Christmas in JulyThe Apopka Chief
The Women’s Tuesday Bible Study Group at Sweetwater Baptist Church collected 186 toys for Christmas in July to donate to the Christian food pantry Loaves &…
Incumbent Dog Mayor wins 2nd term, raises most moneyThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka community has elected its 2025 Apopka Dog Mayor. Incumbent Dog Mayor Asher won his second term with the most votes, tallying $9,945 for The…
Apopka man pleads guilty to trafficking firearmsThe Apopka Chief
On Friday, July 26, United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced that Yessen Vasquez Tolentino, 37, of Apopka has pleaded guilty to one count of smuggling goods from…
Fall football practice starts for Apopka and WekivaThe Apopka Chief
All three of Apopka’s quarterback do route drills at the same time. The Wekiva football team run sprints together at the end of fall practice.
23.82 pounds wins X-treme Bass Series Tournament on Harris chainThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week, and you are lookin’ forward to goin’ fishin’ this weekend. We might have a little interruption due…
All Transmission World is a Total Car Care Shop serving cars, trucks, and company fleetsThe Apopka Chief
Back-to-school time is the perfect time for preventive vehicle maintenance and needed repairs. Parents might be getting ready to wave goodbye as their college student drives…