Apopka Christian Academy held its Veterans Day program at First Baptist Church of Apopka, where veterans were recognized for their service to the nation. The academy’s…
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10147 organized its Veterans Day ceremony featuring a keynote address by Retired Lt. Commander Joshua A. Andrews on Veterans Day, Saturday,…
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Local barbecue restaurant Sonny’s BBQ recognized the two police officers who helped deliver a baby last month after receiving a 911 call.
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The Miss Apopka Scholarship Competition welcomes Miss Florida 2023 Juliette Valle to the community as she hosts the Miss Apopka Scholarship Competition on Saturday, December 2,…
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Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great week, and you are lookin’ forward to goin’ fishin’ this weekend. The fishin’ has been pretty good…
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Today, Friday, November 17, the Apopka Blue Darters will travel to face the 4M District 2 top-ranked team, the Sanford Seminoles, after defeating the Evans Trojans…
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It was a battle between the run-threat quarterbacks of Apopka and Evans during the Blue Darters’ 22-13 win over the Trojans in the FHSAA Regional Quarterfinals.
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After defeating the Evans Trojans 22-13 in the Regional Quarterfinals the Apopka Blue Darters are set for the next round of the FHSAA playoffs.
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It came down to the final moments in the Apopka Blue Darters’ last regular season game of the 2023 football season.
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…
2023-24 Apopka High SGAThe Apopka Chief
The 2023-2024 Student Government Association of Apopka High School is gearing up for an awesome homecoming season. Under the leadership of President Maiyah Saunderson and Vice…
Blue Darters, Mustangs ready for Friday Night LightsThe Apopka Chief
The Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs football teams held their final week of preseason practice in preparation for the Kickoff Classic games. Ready for Friday…