Donald Scott (c), former Apopka Blue Darter, established a Triple Jump World Lead at 17:00 meters (55.76 feet) at the Pepsi Florida Relays in Gainesville this…
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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)…
Here’s a schedule of January 2024 city meetingsThe Apopka Chief
Here is a schedule of upcoming meetings in January 2024. All will take place at Apopka City Hall, 120 E. Main St., Apopka. Meetings are live…
Bass fishing slow, specks are really bittingThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a Blessed Christmas and you and your family enjoyed your time together. My wife Shirley and I enjoyed our time…
FHSAA gives Blue Darters and Mustangs new classificationsThe Apopka Chief
The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) decided to reclassify and distribute high school football programs in a way that may be familiar to a lot…
Rotary DonationThe Apopka Chief
Chris DeClue (l), Rotary Club of Apopka Rotary Club presented a $1000 check to U.S. Air Force Sgt. Ocasio of the Wekiva High School ROTC program for Ocasio’s…
New worship leader heads Christmas Eve serviceThe Apopka Chief
The Calvary Church of the Nazarene will hold its Christmas Eve service featuring the church’s new worship leader, Michael McCabe, whose credentials include leading several orchestras…
City defies bad weather to lay wreaths on vets’ gravesThe Apopka Chief
Defying the inclement weather, the community held its Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, December 16, at the Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery.
Local gas district names new CEOThe Apopka Chief
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) has appointed Brent Haywood, as the company’s next chief executive officer and general manager, effective January 8, 2024.
Chamber awards honors leaders, businesses at yearly eventThe Apopka Chief
Local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders were honored for their community service, contributions to the community, and accomplishments at the 2023 annual Apopka Chamber Business Awards.
Apopka High SGA delivers gifts at WheatleyThe Apopka Chief
The seniors of the Apopka High School’s Student Government Association (SGA) visited Phillis Wheatley Elementary on Tuesday, December 19, to deliver presents to all the pre-K…
Last week’s weather meant the fish would be hard to catchThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, I wish I could tell you that the fishin’ is fantastic, but I cannot tell a lie. As you all know, last weekend we…