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What started as a blowout quickly turned into an exciting game with both teams scoring at will in the fourth quarter. The Apopka Blue Darters Varsity…
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The Apopka Varsity Boys Basketball team will have three games this upcoming week, first an away game against Altamonte Christian School, then hosting Edgewater, and lastly,…
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December 29, 2023 ROBERT VANCE FERRELL Joined his beloved mother and daughter December 15th, 2023. Robert, son of Mattie Ferrell was born April 22nd, 1948, and…
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The Miss Apopka Organization welcomes seven delegates from around the greater Central Florida area to the competition, which will take place at the Apopka High School…
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In early August, AAA noted that, despite some of the challenges that came with traveling last year, Americans still intend to travel during the 2023 holiday…
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When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor with integrity, years of experience, and…
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A groundbreaking ceremony celebrated the construction of Essential Eye Care on Park Avenue next to Synovus Bank in Apopka on Wednesday, November 15.
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When Mary Norwood of Apopka, a 32-year veteran of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, learned that OCSO Sgt. Michael Murphy nominated her to receive a new…
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Taurus Investment Holdings has listed Hilton Garden Inn at the Apopka City Center for sale and added Highland Manor as part of a packaged deal for…
Preseason game was very valuable for Apopka, OsceolaThe Apopka Chief
The Darters survived an Osceola march deep into Apopka territory late in the fourth quarter, but a 30-yard field goal try went wide left with about…
Missing elderly man found, police sayThe Apopka Chief
Brian Darikio Beathea, a 65-year-old Black man, was last seen in the area of AdventHealth Apopka.
Graceworx Community Church Commends, Cheers on Region’s Students and TeachersThe Apopka Chief
Throughout our nation, August is the month when students either return to school for the fall term or get ready to be welcomed back shortly after…
Changing driving habits and vehicle maintenance can help reduce your gas costsThe Apopka Chief
Gas prices continue to rise, with no relief in sight. And if you’re in the market for a new or used vehicle, you’ll find car prices…
Looking back at youThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Chief/The Planter publisher John Ricketson found this Polyphemus moth on his car last week. The moth is named after Polyphemus, the Greek mythological giant…
Darter Flight TuesdayThe Apopka Chief
Time to kick start Darter Flight Tuesday for this new school year at Apopka High School! A veteran teacher was selected as the first recipient, someone…
Apopka Police Department adds two more new officersThe Apopka Chief
These two officers, Officer Dalton Whigham and Officer Matthew “Matt” Baker, took an oath to serve and protect. Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley administered the oath.…
Winn-Dixie opens 2nd Apopka location at City CenterThe Apopka Chief
Following over a year of construction, the long-awaited Winn-Dixie has opened its doors at the Apopka City Center as the supermarket chain’s second Apopka location.
Apopka Run Club donates to VFWThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Run Club (ARC) presented VFW Post 10147 with a donation to be used for a meaningful impact on the lives of local veterans.
Anhinga’s meal at Lake Apopka Wildlife DriveThe Apopka Chief
An anhinga feasts on a fish at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and open to…