Apopka grandmother Ruby Knight and her husband, Don, took to the streets this week in an effort to get drivers to slow down and not look…
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Lamphere will run for Orange Co. School Board seat
Community leader and Pastor Todd Lamphere has entered the Orange County School Board race to fill Seat 7, expected to be vacated by board member Christine…
6 arrested in Apopka police prostitution sting
In an effort to curb such activity, members of the department’s detective unit have been conducting undercover activities related to the complaints in a covert capacity…
First step taken for new Publix at city staff meeting
Residential and commercial developments are making their way through the city of Apopka’s process with the first step of city staff consideration. At the Wednesday, January…
Clerk of courts center officially opens in Apopka
The official grand opening of the Apopka self-help center of the Orange County clerk of courts, which gives citizens access to affordable legal services including attorneys,…
Prime time for fishin’ in Central Florida is just around corner
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is getting’ all things in order for the new year. We’ve already got almost one month in the books. Where does…
Master Muffler & Brake Center provides complete automotive service and repair
There is no secret to extending the life of your car. Your car should be able to provide adequate service for at least 100,000 miles. …
Wekiva Parkway stretch set to open to traffic
Another five-mile stretch of the Wekiva Parkway is scheduled open on March 31 with several special activities planned.
The Performer’s Den brings acting classes and lessons to Apopka
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at acting or just have some fun trying something new, this New Year is the perfect…
Cold weather in early January has given water in lakes, river a chill
Hello Folks, Well, we are off to another year of fishin’ in Florida. I hope you have a great year and you get a chance to…
Woman credits reaching 103rd year to ‘doing everything in moderation’The Apopka Chief
Alma Bonebreak used one word to describe her 103rd birthday: “bewildered.” “I never thought I would get this old,” she said. “When I was in high…
Annual holiday bazaar will have handcrafted gift items, moreThe Apopka Chief
The annual Holiday Bazaar Cafe and Gift Boutique will be held at The Church of the Holy Spirit. There will be hand-crafted gift items, holiday décor,…
Apopka football fight for a win over PioneersThe Apopka Chief
Apopka got big play after big play, rushing for 393 yards on just 24 attempts.
Apopka Pop Warner Unlimited team wins first playoff contestThe Apopka Chief
Jaboris McMath (10) goes high to intercept a Pine Hills pass as teammate Marquis Bradford also reaches for the ball. Read more about Pop Warner on…
Wekiva football clashes with OcoeeThe Apopka Chief
Defense leads the way to victory. Overpowered, muscled, and ultimately controlled every aspect of the contest by means of the identity sought to be established.
AHS bowlers seeking fourth-straight state titleThe Apopka Chief
In general, the value and significance of claiming a district championship is not always the same among teams. Then there is a completely different value as…
Apopka Middle teams improve their soccer skillsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Memorial Middle School boys and girls soccer teams saw improvement this season. The girls team was led by head coach Sara Garsh and assistant…
A sign of charityThe Apopka Chief
During Hurricane Matthew in early October, the Debbie Turner Cancer Center’s bench sign came off and blew down the street. ten-year-old Brady Hayden, (pictured), saved the…
Cross country district meetThe Apopka Chief
Members of the Apopka Blue Darters girls cross country team begin their race as the team hosted the District 4A-3 meet at the Northwest Recreation Complex.
Darlington’s first undefeated regular season up for grabs vs. Evans TrojansThe Apopka Chief
By John Peery For all his success on the gridiron, Apopka High football coach Rick Darlington has never experienced an undefeated season as a head coach.…