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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WHS Softball 3-2 in last five games, 8-5 so far this season
April Obituaries 2024
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…
Park Avenue Animal Hospital offers Springtime safety tips for your pets
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…
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District – Power up your ride with versatile natural gas
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)…
60th wedding anniversary
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…
City’s growth adds to updates needed for its comprehensive transportation plans
The city of Apopka continues to update its comprehensive plan’s transportation element, which contains policies for creating and maintaining the community’s multi-modal transportation network, so the…
Second phase of affordable housing breaks ground
On Thursday, March 21, Homes in Partnership, Inc. broke ground on the development of 29 single-family homes to be priced in the mid-$200,000s in the second…
Bluegills will spawn all summer
Hello Folks, It’s been a couple of weeks since I put my article together for our readers. I had to have another back surgery and I…
APK Flag Football suffers first loss of the season to Horizon
The Apopka High School Flag Football team was on a roll so far this season going into their game on Monday, March 25, undefeated with six…
Apopka Baseball’s tenth straight victory at home!
The Apopka Baseball team picked up their tenth straight win at home on Tuesday, March 26, defeating the Eustis Panthers 11-5. A slew of Apopka players…
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…
Apopka Boys Basketball splits games against Warriors, PioneersThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Boys’ basketball team split their two games after press time last week, beating the West Orange Warriors 67-37, who are now 1-8, on Wednesday,…
Apopka Boys Soccer fall to Horizon with goal in final 10 minutesThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters Boys’ soccer team had a tough time last week as they tied one and lost one. More photos on 3B.
Apopka Girls Basketball falls to Hagerty in close gameThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters Girls’ basketball team had a great showing last week winning two of their three games.
Apopka Girls wrestling wins 2023 Girls Grappler ClassicThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters picked right back up from where they left off last season, winning the Grenadiers Girls Grappler Classic.
Public Invited to Hear Dickens Carolers at Graceworx Community Church Dec. 23The Apopka Chief
The Dickens Carolers—who’ve been inspiring Central Florida audiences for the past 30 years with their performances of the music of Christmas—will present a concert at Graceworx…
Fueling Progress: Lake Apopka Natural Gas District Reflects on an Incredible 2023The Apopka Chief
At Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD), we pride ourselves on the service we provide and the recognition we receive for a job well done. When…
Donors give to Loaves and Fishes for Christmas seasonThe Apopka Chief
For the holiday season, organizations and individual have been donating to Loaves & Fishes, located on 206 E. Eighth St., Apopka. Donors, clockwise from top left…