Correction: In the January 11 edition of The Apopka Chief, we published the incorrect last name for Mary Jo Hutsell. We apologize for the error. Apopka…
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AFD engineer Hutsell retires
Artist of the month, Georgia Williams, share many stories
Whether it’s through art, dance, or even a book, Georgia Williams has a handful of creative outlets to tell her lifetime of stories. Find out where…
Apopka High School wind symphony participates at all-state
The Apopka High School wind symphony students represented the school and community at the Florida Music Educators Association’s all-state clinics in Tampa. Find out which students…
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
'I Have a Dream' by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. can be found on pages 1D-2D. Read about his life and legacy on page…
Roads around city center set for closure at times during 2019
The Apopka City Council approved a road closure schedules on McGee Avenue and East Sixth Street to allow roadway improvements as part of the downtown city…
Orlando Health buys 51 acres for $2.3 million
Orlando Health, which operates Orlando Regional Medical Center in downtown Orlando, paid more than $2.3 million for a 51-acre parcel. Find out what area of land…
City’s bear cart event is set
The city of Apopka, in partnership with Orange County government and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, is hosting a family-friendly event to spread awareness and…
Legislators give preview
A preview of the upcoming session of the Florida Legislature was held at Highland Manor. Sponsored by the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the breakfast event…
Book now, sail later. Cruise Planners can help get the best deal on cruise vacations
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,…
Specks are bitin’ in Lake Monroe, Lake Jesup, St. Johns River
Hello Folks, Well, we have started off the New Year and, hopefully, you got a chance to try out that new rod and reel you got…
Apopka High School sophomore meets goal of playing in state golf tournamentThe Apopka Chief
From placing second at the Metro Conference Championship meet to being named Apopka High School’s Female Athlete of the Month, Alexis Rieli achieved every line possible…
Second in stateThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Blue Darters bowler Ben Bailey carried on the tradition of excellence, placing second in the individual competition during the state championship meet held November 7-8…
Apopka High School girls soccer team downs Toho Tigers, 3-2The Apopka Chief
Skyler Comstock stretches out to kick a ball
Mustangs get revenge, record fifth shutout during playoffsThe Apopka Chief
Since football began, mistakes have led to losses. And five turnovers were but the first line of the mistakes committed by the Wekiva Mustangs list resulting…
Mustangs, Darters have hometown playoff rematchThe Apopka Chief
From the time that the Class 8A playoff bracket was announced, the top-seeded Wekiva Mustangs and the No. 5-seed Apopka Blue Darters were on a collision…
Blue Darters stave off Oviedo rally to win playoff contestThe Apopka Chief
As the clock ran down in the fourth quarter and the Apopka Blue Darters leading the first-round playoff game 35-28 on Friday, November 9, the Oviedo…
Gymnast lands spot on national teamThe Apopka Chief
This week, Apopka gymnast Saran Alexander was named to the team that will be taken to Houston, Texas, in February
Apopka Blue Darters fall to Lake Minneola, 4-1, in boys soccer matchThe Apopka Chief
Kobie Vasquez eyes the ball before kicking it on Monday, November 12.
Apopka youth football teams have successful seasonsThe Apopka Chief
Two Apopka Raptors youth football teams have had outstanding seasons. The 8U team leads the age division in its district with a 9-1 record and the…
Wekiva Mustangs fall to Rockledge in preseason gameThe Apopka Chief
From start to finish, the Wekiva’ Mustangs play was below par when compared to the capability when facing the Rockledge Raiders during the Preseason Classic.