As of early Tuesday, October 8, Hurricane Milton was downgraded from Category 5 to a powerful Category 4, spinning at 145 mph. It was predicted to…
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Members of People of Wekiwa Springs (POWS) got together on Saturday, September 28, just behind the CVS at S.R. 436 and Wekiwa Springs Road to begin…
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Hello Folks, I’m writin’ my article on a Monday night which is out of character for me. I usually do this on Tuesdays but due to the…
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This Thursday, October 10, the Apopka Blue Darters host the Cocoa High School Tigers. The Tigers will be the Blue Darters highest rated opponent so far…
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Freezing rain poured down on hiker Steve Stephanides as he narrowly faced death on Colorado’s 14,231-foot Mount Shavano just weeks ago.
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The Wekiva Mustangs basketball team’s most recent season ended during the first round of the District 6A-6 championship tournament and with a disappointing record of 5-18.
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If you haven’t noticed, new construction subdivisions are popping up everywhere throughout the Apopka market. Currently, there are an equal number of new construction homes (single-family…
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The community, friends, and family members celebrated with Sergeant Jason Wiggins on his retirement from the Apopka Police Department after 25 years of service.
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Dr. Omayra Mansfield is the co-author of “The Trust Transformation,” an evidence-based training program developed at AdventHealth during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read…
Rock Springs Realty delivers excellent service, whether you’re buying or sellingThe Apopka Chief
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor®. with integrity, years of experience, and…
NORWF hosts bingo fundraiser at pubThe Apopka Chief
On Monday, July 15, the Northwest Orange Republican Women, Federated (NORWF) held a bingo fundraiser at Stephie’s Pub and Irish Eatery in Apopka. Read more on…
Former nonprofit CEO to sign book about hunger reliefThe Apopka Chief
With one in eight neighbors at risk of experiencing hunger on any given day, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has seen a growing need…
Community Redevelopment Agency reviews FY2025 budgetThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) fiscal year 2025 budget remains the same except for two major changes to two projects, the city wayfinding signs program…
Matriarch celebrates 106th birthdayThe Apopka Chief
Virginia Bankson celebrates her 106th birthday on Wendesday, July 24, at Brookdale Wekiwa Springs in Apopka.
Dr. Nicholas Grounds is new Chamber headThe Apopka Chief
Dr. Nicholas Grounds has been tapped to be the new executive director of the 111-year-old Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber announced this week.
North Orange Branch Library temporarily closedThe Apopka Chief
Orange County Library System (OCLS) has temporarily closed its North Orange Branch Library due to the building’s high humidity and water intrusion that’s causing a musty…
FWC changes name for largemouth bass to Florida BassThe Apopka Chief
Folks, We have a big news announcement to make on behalf of “The FWC” known as Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission”. The FWC has decided that…
Logan Gilbert’s journey to becoming an MLB All-StarThe Apopka Chief
When named to the American League All-Star team on July 7, Apopka native Logan Gilbert flashed a million dollar smile while informing family of the news.
WHS girls’ basketball look to improve on 2024 Final Four performanceThe Apopka Chief
Every team wants to face the same dilemma The Wekiva Mustangs currently are while preparing for the upcoming season.