Despite not passing the budget for the 2026-2027 Fiscal Year last week, the Florida Legislature adjourned Sine Die on Friday. Legislators are expected to return to Tallahassee in mid-April…
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There’s an NPFL tournament over on the Harris Chain this week. The dates of the tournament are March 19th through the 21st. The weigh-ins are bein’ held up at Ski Beach in Leesburg.
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Thomas Jefferson is often attributed with saying, "That government is best which governs least.” That certainly holds true in Florida in recent years, where many of us…
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Toward the end of the event, as I stood in the back watching the debate stage, my thoughts turned to the approaching local election. No doubt…
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The Teacher of the Year was just selected, which made me both jealous and nostalgic. I was the master of ceremonies at the Lake County awards for many years,…
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Last week was a fun week! It’s weeks like this that are why I ran for School Board with a goal of bringing the community together to support the education…
Middle school mentoring program growsThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter Over 12 years of teaching and coaching at Apopka Memorial Middle School (AMMS), Mel Bolden saw a need with the young people…
The best action has been around the padsThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is enjoy- in’ this weather and y’all are gettin’ out and catchin’ some fish. I’m gettin’ reports that folks are still…
Keep your trees healthy and property safe with Maltby’s Tree Service and LandscapingThe Apopka Chief
Most Florida home and business owners are familiar with the damage that can come from severe storms. If not, it is important to brush up on…
Apopka football preps for spring gameThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter We are just a month away from seeing the new look of the Apopka Blue Darter football team during the spring football…
Wekiva faces Innovation before district tournamentThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Wekiva boys volleyball team has a 3-9 record this season with just one win in their last six games, a 3-2…
Apopka baseball poised for great 2026 seasonThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Blue Darter Baseball team's 2025 season ended this week when they fell in the second round of the 7A District 4…
Softball team honors teachers, Faison familyThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter This week was emotional for the Apopka softball team. They honored select teachers from Apopka High School during teacher appreciation day and…
Graceworx Community Church to Host Mini Concert as Part of Its Easter CelebrationThe Apopka Chief
The public is invited to come hear world-renowned, locally based, singer and recording artist Charles Haugabrooks present a 30-minute Easter-themed mini concert as part of the…
Bass fishin’ is still goin’ strong in most lakesThe Apopka Chief
Durin’ your time of reflection and prayer this week, I hope you have a chance to appreciate how blessed we are to live in the United…
Apopka softball extends win streak to 7 gamesThe Apopka Chief
By Marshall Tempest Reporter The Apopka softball team went 3-0 and shut out three straight opponents this week, bringing them to nine wins in their last…