Former Apopka Rotarian Jim Wade (r) and his family enjoyed the annual Rotary Pancake Supper at Appoka High School.
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Wekiva High receives grants
Wekiva High School received a grants from the OCPS Foundation. Shown with WHS Principal Michele Erickson (second from right) are, (l-r), Christine Goussyra, David Hill, Robert…
Man’s body found
Crime scene technicians from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office remove the body of Angel Miguel Cruz, 19, whom deputies said was shot. Read more on where…
Pancake cookers extraordinaire
Some of the Rotarians cooking pancakes at the annual Rotary Pancake Supper held at Apopka High School gather for a picture. Shown are, (l-r), Bill Arrowsmith,…
Local artist starts project of statues honoring late mayor
“He really loved the city and the people in it, and there is a very quiet strength in him that I’d like to bring out,” Peter…
South Apopka cleanup
Orange County and local organizations participated in the cleanup of South Apopka from 10th Street to 18th Street. This marked the second collaboration between local organizations…
AHS students to perform adaptation of classic story
The Apopka High School Drama Department will present E.B. White’s classic children’s story “Charlotte’s Web,” adapted by Joseph Robinette. Dates and ticket information can be found…
Musician meets Wekiva High School students, talks music career
Howie Dorough (center, in black t-shirt), member of male vocal group the Backstreet Boys and graduate of Edgewater High School, poses with students of Wekiva High…
Senior wins MLK Award
Senior Gavin Johnson was selected as Apopka High School’s recipient of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award. With him are Michelle Taylor, his guidance counselor…
Elite Body Fitness and Nutrition
Elite Body Fitness and Nutrition had their ribbon cutting. The staff celebrated with Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce representatives and Mayor Joe Kilsheimer (in gray suit).
All smiles at retirement partyThe Apopka Chief
Retired Apopka Police Chief Rob Manley (c) shares a laugh with Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings and Manley’s wife, Susan, (r), Sunday, August 23, during a…
AHS icon, Myrtle Hubbard Alexander dies at age 85The Apopka Chief
She was known as Mrs. Hubbard to thousands of Apopka High students as an English and literature teacher.
New police chief very familiar with Apopka communityThe Apopka Chief
McKinley is more than familiar with the Apopka community, having lived here for 16 years. “Chief Manley has done an excellent job with this police department,”…
Mullinax Ford gets first OK for new ‘mountain’The Apopka Chief
Mullinax Ford is seeking city approval to make its vehicle ‘mountain’ much bigger. The dealership is also looking for other changes. Read more on what Mullinax…
Local entomologist lands top foliage group awardThe Apopka Chief
Dr. Lance Osborne was given the Gene A. Batson Award. The award is the highest honor given by the Florida Nursery, Growers & Landscape Association’s Action…
Work ongoing on Wekiva Parkway from U.S. 441 to Kelly Park RoadThe Apopka Chief
This picture shows some of the recent work done on the Wekiva Parkway that will traverse from U.S. Highway 441 north to Ponkan Road.
Apopka High School students going digital with new laptopsThe Apopka Chief
Apopka High School student Amber Sowers familiarizes herself with the new Lenovo ThinkPad prior to classes beginning.
City Hall artistThe Apopka Chief
Sky Moheb, of Apopka, will be the featured City Hall. Moheb has over 45 years of experience as a personal portrait and fine art painter as…
Former veterinary technician publishes debut novelThe Apopka Chief
Katie Meyer with her dog Luke, the inspiration for the canine character Murphy in her debut novel “The Puppy Proposal.”
Senior citizens like to indulge in a recollection of past excursionsThe Apopka Chief
Living life as a senior citizen is the ultimate “senior trip.” Read more on the Golden Chief page, 9A.