The 37th annual Wolfson Children's Hospital Bass Tournament was held last weekend up around Palatka City on the St. Johns River. Congrats to the team of…
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Despite what you might see in the advertisements, Memorial Day is not a particularly good occasion for a picnic, going out on the boat, or having a…
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As we have discussed the budget landscape over the last few weeks, we mainly focused on the operational budget. This week, I’d like to discuss the school district capital…
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Last week, after legislators approved Governor Ron DeSantis’ congressional redistricting draft map proposal (83-28 in the House and 21-17 in the Senate) during a special session, the governor signed off on the bills, officially putting…
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When I was in high school, the 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air was what the Volkswagen was supposed to be in 1930s Germany – a car everybody could afford. If…
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Even with the rain this week, we STILL need more, folks! Please keep prayin’ for more rain, because our lakes are really gettin’ low! Lake Monroe and Lake Jesup are extremely low, so be careful if you plan on fishin’ out there.
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That’s why we could relate to David Allan Coe — his songs let us channel our inner outlaw. Nashville tried to ignore him, Texas didn’t know…
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The fishin’ is still pretty doggone good right now, and folks are catchin’ lots of shellcrackers around the pads in Lake Kissimmee east of Lake Wales.
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…