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OP-ED: Cheers are just noise if you don’t care about the game
OP-ED: Understanding Florida’s property tax proposal
If you’ve been following recent news, you’ve likely heard discussion about Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposal to significantly reduce and potentially eliminate property taxes on homesteaded properties in Florida. This is one of the most far-reaching…
Exercise caution while fishing on Independence Day weekend
Happy Birthday, America! This Saturday will be our 250th year of independence from British rule. I hope you and your family enjoy the celebrations safely here…
OP-ED: Justice used to be partly self-service
Haven is a recidivist. She is one of those curses of the judicial system’s revolving door, repeating her offenses as soon as she is released – systematically…
OP-ED: Know before you vote: Property tax constitutional amendment
In the midst of summer, not only have the temperatures increased, but also the happenings of the 2026 campaign season. As I alluded to in my last…
OP-ED: Apopka enters new era of communication, accountability
Government works best when citizens are informed. Too often, people only hear about city government when there is a problem or controversy. My administration is committed to…
OP-ED: Being educated vs. figuring things out
Can you be sued for negligence for doing something right? Silly question. Of course you can. From the ads I see on TV, the courtroom is sort of a great big…
Lakes and rivers low at start of summer
Hello Folks, I hope you had a great weekend and you got to celebrate Father’s Day with your Dad right here on Earth; or remembering your Father that’s…
OP-ED: Legislature funds Apopka infrastructure
The Florida Legislature has finally finished work on the 2026–2027 state budget after months of committee hearings, budget negotiations and conference talks. Through that process, we were able…
For a variety of fish, cast off the seawall
Summer starts this comin’ Sunday on Father’s Day. I think summer’s already started…. if you ask me. Just my opinion, of course!
Lake Brantley snatches district title from Apopka with walk-offThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka softball team suffered a heartbreaking loss last week, falling 9-8 to the Lake Brantley Patriots in the 7A District 3 Championship. In the bottom…
Apopka wins district title, to host Timber Creek for state tournamentThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Last week, the Apopka boys volleyball team became the 2025 Class 3A District 4 Champions after a Cinderella run in the district…
Lake Buena Vista spikes Wekiva boys volleyball seasonThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Wekiva boys volleyball team's season ended with a loss to Lake Buena Vista in the 2A District 6 Tournament this week.…
All Transmission World is a Total Car Care Shop serving trucks, cars, and company fleetsThe Apopka Chief
If you want to extend the life of your vehicles and save on gas, scheduling periodic maintenance at All Transmission World will help you with both.…
Apopka volleyball upsets Windermere, battles for district titleThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka boys volleyball team defeated No. 58 Windermere in the semifinal round of the 3A District 4 Tournament Wednesday night, securing…
Wekiva softball’s season ends in district tournamentThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Wekiva softball team's season ended this week after falling to the Oviedo Lions 17-3 in the semifinal round of the 6A…
Apopka softball advances to district championship gameThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka softball team started its district title journey this week with a 4-3 win over the Sanford Seminoles in the second…
Apopka flag football flies through playoffsThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter This week the Apopka flag football team overpowered the Mandarin Mustangs, 27-0, in the second round of the state championship tournament. Last…
Apopka crushes Horizon, wins 10 straightThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka softball team defeated the No. 46 Horizon Hawks, 8-1, and the Sanford Seminoles, 12-7, this week after beating the Timber…
Wekiva softball steamrolls Evans, 21-6, to cap regular seasonThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter This week, the Wekiva Mustangs defeated the Evans Trojans, 21-6, after losing to the Dr. Phillips Panthers, 14-4, last week. The team…