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  • Ronnie Lovler

    Ronnie Lovler has 40 years of experience in journalism, including assignments all over Latin America for CNN and CBS. Ronnie teaches journalism at UF and public speaking at Santa Fe College. She was a recent fellow in the Gerontological Society of America’s Journalists in Aging Fellows Program and a previous Knight International Journalism Fellow in Bogota, Colombia. She is an editor and contributor for the book titled, Local Lives in a Global Pandemic: Stories from North Central Florida and a contributing author to the anthology Alone Together: Tales of Sisterhood and Solitude in Latin America. She began her career in journalism at the San Juan Star in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Ronnie resides in Gainesville and loves to travel.

The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) fiscal year 2025 budget remains the same except for two major changes to two projects, the city wayfinding signs program…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Virginia Bankson celebrates her 106th birthday on Wendesday, July 24, at Brookdale Wekiwa Springs in Apopka.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Dr. Nicholas Grounds has been tapped to be the new executive director of the 111-year-old Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber announced this week.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Orange County Library System (OCLS) has temporarily closed its North Orange Branch Library due to the building’s high humidity and water intrusion that’s causing a musty…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Folks, We have a big news announcement to make on behalf of “The FWC” known  as Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission”. The FWC has decided that…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
When named to the American League All-Star team on July 7, Apopka native Logan Gilbert flashed a million dollar smile while informing family of the news.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Every team wants to face the same dilemma The Wekiva Mustangs currently are while preparing for the upcoming season.
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
The 2024 Dave Powers Crying Towel dinner and radio program will be held on Monday, August 12, at Christner’s Prime Steak & Lobster located at 729…
The Apopka Chief
July 26, 2024
Football season is approaching and because of that the Blue Darters are about to get back on the practice field to start preparing for the 2024…
The Apopka Chief
July 19, 2024
Honest Auto Repairs with a smile. Choosing a mechanic is not an easy job. You need confidence that the one you pick will provide you with…
Wekiva basketball’s Middleton wins coach of the yearThe Apopka Chief
April 26, 2024
During this recently concluded season, the Wekiva Mustangs accomplished the never-supposed-to-happen of advancing to the state’s final-four. In the process, Wekiva rose to the position of…
Group gives luncheon for Wekiwa park rangers, volunteersThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
The Wekiwa Swimmers gave a luncheon on Thursday, April 11, for park rangers, officials and volunteers at Wekiwa Springs State Park to show appreciation for the…
Miller’s Ale House constructionThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Construction of Miller’s Ale House is progressing on the corner of South McGee Avenue and U.S. Highway 441/Main Street, as seen in this Wednesday, April 17…
Police search for missing woman, last seen in Marianna; UPDATE: Woman found, police say on May 7The Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
UPDATE, May 7, 2024: Hilary Ramos Acosta has returned home safe and in good health, police say.  Apopka police is searching for a missing and endangered woman…
Apopka Citizens Police Academy continuesThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Thursday, April 11, ended week number seven of the 2024 Apopka Citizens Police Academy. The students learned about the Apopka Police K9 Unit.
Popular Crazy Hats return to 62nd annual festivalThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
After a hiatus of a couple years, the Crazy Hats are back at the 62nd annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
84.5 pounds was needed to get first place and $103,000 prizeThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Hello Folks, Oh, my goodness. Our chains are gettin’ beat up with all these tournaments. We had BASSMASTER here last week on the Harris Chain, and…
AHS Volleyball falls to No.1 program in the state, Winter ParkThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
The Apopka Volleyball team traveled to Winter Park this week and went up against the number one team in the state but couldn’t come out on…
Good tires and regular vehicle services ensures optimal performance, safety, and longevityThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Tires are something a lot of drivers take for granted. However, ignoring your tires can come at a cost – worn out tires can reduce the control…
AHS Baseball battles in seventh but falls to Winter ParkThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Apopka Baseball had a tough week taking two losses, one at home to Winter Park and an away loss to Timber Creek. The team is now…