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  • Mason Gray

    Mason Gray is a UCF journalism student and an Apopka Chief correspondent.

Runoff election set for April 10
March 16, 2018
There will be a runoff for the Apopka City Council Seat 1 and Seat 2 races because no candidate reached the necessary 50 percent plus one…
Apopka police staying on top of school safety
March 16, 2018
Apopka police say that they have been active in community schools’ security and safety protocols.
Wekiva High students take part in walkout
March 16, 2018
WHS joined several schools throughout the Orange County Public Schools district and the nation in the March 14 commemoration, which set aside 17 minutes out of…
Fair weathers weekend just fine
March 16, 2018
As the 17th annual Apopka Fair progressed, the backdrop provided by the spring weather only got better.
Legislature gives city $1 million for new road
March 16, 2018
Florida legislators approved a statewide budget on Sunday, March 11, that includes $1 million in funding for the city of Apopka’s proposed Harmon Road extension.
Specks and bass are plentiful in area lakes and rivers
March 9, 2018
Hello Folks, I missed y’all last week due to a computer glitch. I’m usin’ my grandson’s laptop to write my article this week. Well, the fishin’…
Nelson’s Insurance Services can help with your personal or commercial insurance
March 9, 2018
At Nelson’s Insurance Services, they understand the needs of the community for affordable insurance with great customer service. Bryan Nelson, the owner and president of Nelson’s…
1st Performance Automotive is dedicated to perfection and will beat other estimates
March 9, 2018
Since opening in 2009, 1st Performance Automotive has been providing quality, affordable repairs. They have received many positive comments such as “The owner is very accommodating…
Wekiva High Special Olympians participate in track meet
March 9, 2018
Representing Wekiva High School at the Special Olympia track and field competition on February 24 at Lake Highland Prep in Orlando were, (l-r), Joshua Alonso, Dominick…
Blue Darters play three over the week
March 9, 2018
The Apopka Blue Darters baseball play three games this past week, play Lake Brantley in the first District 9A-3 contest of the season for both teams.
Dr. Richard Petrilli
Dr. Petrilli provides extraordinary care to extraordinary patientsThe Apopka Chief
September 19, 2017
Using the absolute latest technology, Dr. Petrilli can restore your teeth and gums to make them healthier and more resistant to future problems. He can also…
The staff at Orlando Federal Credit Union in Apopka can help with all your banking needsThe Apopka Chief
September 19, 2017
Orlando Federal Credit Union is a full service financial institution, offering low rates on all types of loans and high rates on many savings and investment…
Take the worry out of storm damage clean-up with fast, reliable service from Maltby’s Tree Service and LandscapingThe Apopka Chief
September 13, 2017
When storms leave a path of destruction on your trees and landscape, rapid response time and expert advice from Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping will make…
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District can make your home energy efficient with natural gasThe Apopka Chief
September 13, 2017
With an abundant supply of natural gas in the United States, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that consumption of the fuel source will increase 20…
Park Avenue Animal Hospital is here to keep your pet healthyThe Apopka Chief
September 13, 2017
Park Avenue Animal Hospital is a full-service small animal hospital, and since 2010, they have been voted best vet in Apopka in the Best of Apopka…
Disney on Ice postponed due to Hurrican IrmaThe Apopka Chief
September 7, 2017
ORLANDO PERFORMANCES OF DISNEY ON ICE  POSTPONED DUE TO HURRICANE IRMA   [September 7, 2017] – In an effort to ensure the safety of our patrons, all performances of Disney…
The Canadian Medstore is a trusted source for discounted medicationThe Apopka Chief
September 5, 2017
According to a recent Harvard Medical School report in the Journal for Cancer Survivorship, approximately 10 percent of Medicare beneficiaries do not comply with their prescribed…
Holiday weekend means chances to go fishin’The Apopka Chief
September 1, 2017
Hello Folks, We have come to the end of another month and Labor Day weekend is in view. Hopefully, you will get the chance to do…
Always caring and always informing, Optical Eyeland’s focus is the health and care of your eyesightThe Apopka Chief
August 29, 2017
Not long ago, athletes rarely wore eyewear specifically designed to protect their eyes during sports, and at that time, sports-related eye injuries were widespread. Today, sports…
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Fishin’ is good in area lakes, rivers despite the eclipseThe Apopka Chief
August 25, 2017
Hello Folks, Well, we got to have an experience early this week with the solar eclipse. We haven’t had one like the one today in almost…