Apopka’s Jada Jones who has had a fantastic year as we have shared the past few months was awarded Orlando Sentinel’s Wrestler of the year on…
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Pete Vergos competed in the USBC Masters last weekend after finishing in the qualifying rounds in the top 10. Unfortunately for Vergos he was unable to…
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Hello Folks, Let’s start this column off with some great news. If you have been wantin’ to try your luck at fishin’, this weekend is your…
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The Apopka High School Boys’ Volleyball team is still on an impressive roll this year and has extended their win streak to 11 after defeating the…
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The Apopka Softball team snapped their five-game losing streak when they faced the Dr. Phillips Panthers on Monday, April 1, at the Metro West Tournament. The…
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The 2024 season began with the Wekiva Mustangs owning a streak which has lasted for over a decade. However, the streak is not the kind a…
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April 26, 2024 John (Monie) Houchins, 90, passed away April 20, 2024. Born in Petersburg, Va., on April 22, 1933. He is preceded in death by…
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Spring is upon us, which means it’s time to review some important pet safety tips. From potential hazards in the garden to pesky pests and common…
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Natural Gas Vehicles, or NGVs for short, are quickly gaining popularity, and for good reason. Powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and/or Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)…
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John and Eileen Ricketson celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Wednesday, March 20. The Ricketsons own The Apopka Chief and The Planter. The Ricketsons were married…
Three firefighters recognized for helping deliver babyThe Apopka Chief
On December 19, 2023, AdventHealth recognized three Apopka firefighters with certificates of excellence for their level of care and service provided during a recent call for…
Scam leaves woman without drivewayThe Apopka Chief
A scam left an Apopka woman without a driveway, and now she has finished raising money for a new driveway.
City to plant live oakThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Foliage Garden Club members, the Apopka Department of Parks and Recreation, Mayor Bryan Nelson and city officials will plant a live oak—a tree native to…
Sliding right into baseball seasonThe Apopka Chief
Baseball season starts in the beginning of February. Be ready for Apopka High School spring athletics. For more sports photos from 2023, see page 3B.
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Florida girls basketball player of the weekThe Apopka Chief
Wekiva High School’s very own Senaia Asanya was selected by SBLive Florida as one of the nine candidates who will be rewarded with their Central Florida…
AHS winter athletics start back up, soccer regular season endingThe Apopka Chief
Apopka Blue Darters winter sports get right back into action this upcoming week. With all sports coming back full-time after the break there’ll be a slew…
Holiday lights brighten up parkThe Apopka Chief
Trees and the grounds of Kit Land Nelson Park located in downtown Apopka, have been aglow with holiday lights the entire month. The city had its…
For over 34 years Master Muffler & Brake Center has been providing honest and affordable automotive service and repairThe Apopka Chief
The New Year is upon us, and it’s time to start thinking about New Year’s Resolutions. You’ve probably vowed to get healthier, walk more, eat locally,…
Winn-Dixie parent company donates $3.7 M to communitiesThe Apopka Chief
Southeastern Grocers Inc. (SEG), parent company and home of Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, together with the SEG Gives Foundation, has donated…
Apopka Police Department swears in two new officersThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Police Department added two new officers to its police force on Monday, December 18. The officers took an oath to serve and protect when…