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The Apopka Chief
August 2, 2024
I recently got to sit down with the Blue Darter Football team’s starting quarterback Tyson Davison and talk to him about last season, off-season work, and…
The Apopka Chief
August 2, 2024
The Wekiva Mustangs players aren’t just facing the challenge of adjusting to a new coaching staff. Veteran head coach Doug Gabriel was named the fifth head…
The Apopka Chief
August 2, 2024
The Apopka Pop Warner football program started their fall season this week on Thursday, August 1.
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2024
There will be a celebration of life gathering at Victory Church Apopka, 509 S. Park Avenue, on August 3 at 11 a.m.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor®. with integrity, years of experience, and…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
On Monday, July 15, the Northwest Orange Republican Women, Federated (NORWF) held a bingo fundraiser at Stephie’s Pub and Irish Eatery in Apopka. Read more on…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
With one in eight neighbors at risk of experiencing hunger on any given day, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida has seen a growing need…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) fiscal year 2025 budget remains the same except for two major changes to two projects, the city wayfinding signs program…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Virginia Bankson celebrates her 106th birthday on Wendesday, July 24, at Brookdale Wekiwa Springs in Apopka.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Dr. Nicholas Grounds has been tapped to be the new executive director of the 111-year-old Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber announced this week.
Essential Eyecare and Optical’s new location is scheduled to open in JuneThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
The momentum continues to build at Essential Eyecare & Optical to make quality eye care more accessible than ever before. “ With the construction of our…
62nd annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival had great weatherThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
A section of the festival featured art by students from several schools in the Apopka area. Best of Show winner was Justina Trang of Apopka High…
AdventHealth Apopka 26.3 million investment increases bed countThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Expanding service offerings and rapid population growth have contributed to the need for additional capacity at the campus. Read more on page 13A.
Rotary Club donates to food pantryThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
President Jon DeClue of the Apopka Rotary Club donates a $500 check to Jennifer Korkes of Apopka High School for its Darter Pantry, which helps feed…
Eagle Scout Project is for Apopka Fire Station No. 2The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
In a Thursday, April 25, post on the Apopka Fire Department’s (AFD) Facebook page, the AFD expressed gratitude to JP Hodgkins of Boy Scout Troop 10…
Anderson, Nesta take oath as city commissionersThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Newly elected Nadia L. Anderson and re-elected incumbent Nick Nesta were sworn in as city commissioners in the Tuesday, April 30, Oath of Office Ceremony in…
Festival’s opening ceremonyThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
The 62nd Apopka Art and Foliage Festival showcased the work of juried artisans and crafters, and top foliage growers. The event was held at Kit Land…
Manor continues operations despite being on marketThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
As the Hilton Garden Inn and the Highland Manor await new owners, Steve Gunter, whose company Events by Dubsdread runs the Manor, is reassuring clients that…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
No Money in FWC budget to spray hydrilla in Lake TohoThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great week. The weather has been good, but we need some rain. The lakes are gettin’ a little…
Alyssa Novoa’s journey to a full ride scholarship to Valdosta StateThe Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Former Blue Darter and Apopka Tennis Star, Alyssa Novoa, was one of the multitude of student-athletes who signed to play sports and continue their education at…