In April 2018, the Board of County Commissioners authorized a study to determine the appropriate level of funding for children’s services in the county and how to best manage…
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Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive ducks
A small flock of fulvous whistling-ducks swims along one of the canals next to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The drive is open Fridays through Sundays and…
Workshop designed to better understand poverty
Based on the work of Dr. Ruby Payne, author of “A Framework for Understanding Poverty,” the workshop was created so attendees can better understand the culture…
Gas district board meeting held
Kyle Becker (l) and Bill Arrowsmith (c), the city of Apopka’s representatives on the board of directors for the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District, listen to…
Apopka Police Department honors civilian employees with awards
As part of the Apopka Police Department’s annual awards ceremony, two civilian employees were honored for their contributions to law enforcement service. Read more about what…
Top Apopka High weightlifters
The Apopka Blue Darters girls weightlifting team finished second in the District 2A-9 meet. Top finishers are, (l-r), Elena Korkes, first place 169-lb. class with total…
Wekiva Mustangs playing better, trying to reach .500 on season
With about one-third of the season left, the Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball team is sporting a much healthier 7-9 record.
Mustangs outlast Blue Darters in girls basketball game
During the 10th annual Metro vs. Florida Challenge hosted last weekend, the business at hand for the Wekiva Mustangs girls basketball team was realizing the favorite…
Blue Darters win two as they host 10th Metro vs. Florida Challenge
Hospitable host, the Apopka Blue Darters defeated a pair of opponents during the 10th annual Metro vs. Florida Challenge held at Apopka High School.
Weather that changes causes fishin’ to be varied in our area lakes and rivers
Hello Folks, We are havin’ some strange weather goin’ on in our area. One day, we got on our jackets and the next we are wearin’ shorts and flip-flops. Hopefully,…
Last-second shot bounces off rim as Blue Darters fall in season openerThe Apopka Chief
It was the season opener for the two teams that are both defending district champions and are expected to make a deep run into this year’s…
WHS student recognizedThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva High School senior Zaquan Kemp was recognized Tuesday, November 27, for his many hours of volunteer work in the community by Sonny’s BBQ, which awarded…
David Phelps will have Christmas concertThe Apopka Chief
Multi-Dove and Grammy Award-winning recording artist, David Phelps will be featured in a concert today, Friday, November 30, at Journey Church in Apopka. The church is located…
Tree-lighting ceremony will open Festival of TreesThe Apopka Chief
This year’s Festival of Trees will open with a tree-lighting ceremony that will include Santa Claus, refreshments, carolers, Christmas plant sale, a silent auction, and live…
Apopka OCPS staff members are among finalists for Stellar AwardThe Apopka Chief
Three employees from Apopka schools are among the 16 finalists Orange County Public Schools has selected for its inaugural Stellar Awards. Roxana Hernandez of Lakeville Elementary…
Chamber welcomes Realtors for open houseThe Apopka Chief
Realtors from around Central Florida visited key locations in the city so they could better understand how to sell Apopka, Orange County’s second-largest city, as a…
Byrd, Jacobs sworn in to Orange County School BoardThe Apopka Chief
In addition to Byrd, other elected board members – including former Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs as chair – were sworn in at a Monday, November…
APD provides a safe exchange zoneThe Apopka Chief
Since many people shop online or through meet-up apps during the holiday season, Apopka police want to remind citizens there is an area at the police…
Florida Hospital is designated location for strokesThe Apopka Chief
Florida Hospital Apopka’s designation as a primary stroke center is another accomplishment in its effort to take holistic care within the community to the next level.
Keck’s thankful for all that fishin’The Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, It’s Thanksgivin’ week and I know we all have a lot to be thankful for in our lives, jobs, and family. I’m thankful for…