Construction crew workers, city officials and Florida Hospital administrators were on site of the new Florida Hospital Apopka campus, watching a crane hoist a signature-covered steel…
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Hospital construction hits milestone with topping-off ceremony
Wekiva High School homecoming celebrates school’s 10 years
The following is from Wekiva High School as they celebrate homecoming in this, the school's 10th year. Mustang fans: In case you haven't heard, we've got…
Seniors club marks 40-plus years with Founder’s Day celebration
The Apopka Progressive Seniors Club held its annual Founder’s Day celebration, a program that was filled with singing, prayer and Scripture reading, presentation of certificates of…
Darters swim with Falcons
Nate Boccuzzo (middle diver) of the Apopka Blue Darters boys swim team leads his squad against the East River Falcons.
Glenn Foster to speak at Recovery at the Hope Conference
New Hope Missionary Baptist Church of Apopka will host the Recovery at the Hope Conference. Glenn “AllGood” Foster, radio operations manager at Inspiration 1680 WOKB Orlando,…
Mayor appointed to statewide committee
Mayor Joe Kilsheimer has been appointed to the Florida League of Cities’ Energy and Environmental Policy Committee.
Defense name of game for Mustangs
Both the Wekiva Mustangs and the University Cougars began the contest played Friday, September 9, flat and uninspired. The difference though was Wekiva could rely on…
Farmworker leaves legacy of workers’ rights activism in community
The world lost a strong warrior in the struggle for social and environmental justice. Geraldean Matthew transitioned peacefully from this world to the next, leaving behind a…
Pete Vergos strikes a national honor
Although inherently talented, perhaps what has propelled Pete Vergos to the status of a household name in the sport of bowling… are determination and dedication.
Hundreds attend funeral of Pulse shooting victimThe Apopka Chief
People paid their last respects at the funeral for Apopka resident Miguel Honorato, one of the 49 victims slaughtered in the June 12 Pulse nightclub mass…
Artist’s background is in acrylics, glassworkThe Apopka Chief
Cissy Heaton is a featured City Hall artist whose artwork is currently showcased there. Heaton has worked in several different media, her creations are for her…
Apopkan’s style similar to Matisse, Van GoghThe Apopka Chief
Artist Gena Semenov of Apopka loves dogs and cats, a passion that is obviously proven through her artwork currently on display at City Hall until... Each…
University recognizes Apopka nativeThe Apopka Chief
The University of Central Oklahoma’s College of Education and Professional Studies recently awarded a scholarship to Apopka native Cheryl Fox. Read more about Fox and her…
NORWF holds meeting, celebrates anniversaryThe Apopka Chief
The Northwest Orange Republican Women, Federated (NORWF) celebrated its ... anniversary. For more information about NORWF see page 3B. Get club news and meeting dates, subscribe…
Miss, Sertoma, ChallengerThe Apopka Chief
Miss Apopka, Arianna Beyer, is preparing for what? Who was awarded at the Sertoma lunch? Who dedicated the Challenger Memorial Park?. Get the answers to these…
Tournaments begin now for Apopka’s Little League 11/12 teamThe Apopka Chief
There are three levels/rounds of All-Star play in the state of Florida, district, section and state. Last season, three Apopka teams advanced to the regional championship…
Apopka faces Oviedo in District 23 all-star championship tourneyThe Apopka Chief
...the weight of the tournament final is far more than the contest during pool play. Get local sports news, stay informed of athletes, follow up on…
VFW helps make trophies for Special OlympicsThe Apopka Chief
Each year, the Altamonte Springs/Apopka VFW collects old trophies, takes them apart, cleans them up, and adds new parts when necessary. The post prepared them for…
Hoops and ramps enjoyed by youthThe Apopka Chief
Take a look at Apopka and Wekiva's basketball camps on pages 4C and 5C. Progressive Bike Ramps and American Ramp Company set up an all-wheel pumptrack…