Apopka Fire Department proudly welcomed Jacob Gadberry, who became an honorary firefighter. Gadberry is among 50,000 people in the U.S. who are affected by osteogenesis imperfecta…
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Youth is made honorary firefighter
Former Apopka resident attends UF, plans career
Former Apopka resident Kaitlyin Youngblood, will return to her home state of Florida to attend the University of Florida to major in biology with a focus…
The nation in the news
Why were prayers held in front of Apopka's City Hall? Why was Apopka High School graduate, Pam Chustz Pollard, at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland,…
Directing a plane
What kind of plane is Aviation Boatswain’s Mate handler, First Class Jeremy Parrish of Apopka, directing? Answers to this questions are available in this week's Apopka…
Having fun during summer
What did The First United Methodist Church do different for these kids during summer? Stay up to date, subscribe to The Apopka Chief today.
Wekiva working hard
Wekiva High Mustangs prepare for the upcoming 2016 season with drills that include lifting weights. See more photos of Wekiva High School's athletes getting in shape…
Apopka hosting Little League tournament
“The city of Apopka and Apopka Little League got the benefit of exposure and interest by The Little League’s Intermediate (12-13 years old) national Southeast Region…
Highland Manor not likely part of city center
While nothing will be decided for many months, the Highland Manor building likely won’t be a part of the city center, meaning it would have to…
Miss Apopka lands three honors in pageant
Miss Apopka Arianna Beyer did not win this year’s Miss Florida Pageant, yet she definitely did not walk away empty-handed. Beyer landed in the Top 15…
Native grasses planted on Lake Apopka shore
From February to June of this year, the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) planted native grass at Lake Apopka North Shore to help restore…
Mustangs swing at Ocoee Knights InvitationalThe Apopka Chief
Read about the team's performance during the games played at the invitational in this week's Apopka Chief.
Lacrosse game goes into overtimeThe Apopka Chief
Find out if Apopka or The First Academy Royals won this match. See page 4C for more photos.
Wekiva girls softball team visits Jones HighThe Apopka Chief
Read about Alex Wissinger and her teammates plays in this week's Apopka Chief.
Golf club holds three days of matchesThe Apopka Chief
Find out where Jeanne Wilkinson and Linda Lee placed during the matches on page 6C.
High school senior races at Orlando Speed WorldThe Apopka Chief
Read about Michael Torres and his experience racing at the 2016 U.S. Legends WinterNationals.
Lacrosse team forms for youngstersThe Apopka Chief
Read more about Apopka Lacrosse and the lightning team in this week's Apopka Chief.
Youth football player plays in two all-star contestsThe Apopka Chief
Find out where football player Kody Morrell will play next. Read about his achievements on page 8C.
Wind is causin’ problems for anglersThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a good week. I wish I could tell ya that the fishin’ is great and folks are catchin’ plenty…
AHS winterguard teams performing wellThe Apopka Chief
The winterguard teams are off to a great start this season. Find out when two more shows will be held on page 8A.
AHS baseball face defending champsThe Apopka Chief
Read about which team had solid pitching performances and find out which team won.