The Apopka Chief
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...
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...
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...
Blue Darters, Panthers will scrap in battle of unbeaten powers
Apopka Blue Darters will take on the equally powerful and undefeated Dr. Phillips Panthers. Dr. Phillips hasn’t been any less impressive, defeating a better...
Ribbon cutting for Hair Cuttery
A ribbon cutting for Hair Cuttery was held . Holding the ceremonial scissors is Julie Brown, salon leader.
Apopka designated as a city loaded with family-friendly fun
The city of Apopka has been recognized with a 2016 Playful City USA designation from KaBOOM!
State winners again
Apopkans Hunter Keaton and his father Ed pose with their gold medals for winning the Special Olympics state golf tournament.
Topping-out ceremony for new hospital in Apopka may be viewed live...
Florida Hospital’s new Apopka campus, scheduled to open in fall 2017, is celebrating a major construction milestone with a topping-out ceremony.
First budget vote passed 3-2 by City Council
A divided City Council narrowly approved the first of two necessary votes on both the property tax rate and the city budget for the...