The Northwest Orange Republican Women Federated will present guest speaker, Vennia Francois, a Republican candidate for Congress, on Thursday, November 16, at The Hilton Garden Inn-Apopka…
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Hello Folks, I hope everyone is enjoyin’ this Chamber of Commerce weather that we are havin’. These cool mornings are just what you need to get you up and…
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“For JP. This is for JP.” That’s what I heard on the sideline as the Blue Darters placed the Mayor’s Cup trophy on the “JP” patch…
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The last play run by the Wekiva Mustangs determined the outcome of the Tater Bowl for the second consecutive season. From a distance of 44 yards,…
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The Apopka Blue Darters have their first playoff game of the 2023 season today, Friday, November 10.
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Pat Williams, co-founder of the NBA’s Orlando Magic, is the keynote speaker at the fifth annual John Land Apopka Community Trust Gala.
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The Veterans Memorial Museum displays uniforms, military history books, and artifacts in honor of the men and women who served in the military. Located in the…
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Around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, Orange County Fire Rescue firefighters responded to a house fire on the 1400 block of S. Central Avenue in…
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Schick Roofing announced on Tuesday, November 7, that it’s donating a new house roof to Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) deputy Mary Norwood.
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The Wekiwa Swimmers held their annual picnic at the Wekiwa Springs at Wekiwa Springs State Park. At a time when the hardworking ranger staff has other…
Despite hot weather, fishin’ has been pretty good locallyThe Apopka Chief
Hello Folks, Well, we were supposed to get some rain this week, but none so far as I write this. We are still in the dog…
Wekiva will travel to Gainesville to play preseason gameThe Apopka Chief
The Wekiva Mustangs are looking to continue what has been an upward trend during the first two seasons under Jeremiah Schwartz.
Darters to play Osceola in preseason Kickoff Classic gameThe Apopka Chief
It’ll be a tough game for both teams and I’m thinking it will be a low-scoring game unless the defenses or special teams score points.
AHS bowlers looking to defend state championshipThe Apopka Chief
A line of succession has been developed within every high school program known first and foremost for perennial state championship contender or blueblood status.
Coaches give their best laments at annual Crying Towel eventThe Apopka Chief
Apopka coach Jeff Rolson was the second speaker of the evening at the Crying Towel event and did a pretty good job. He was even able…
Join Lake Apopka Natural Gas District in Celebrating Why Communities Dig National 811 DayThe Apopka Chief
It’s peak summertime, which means it’s that time of the year when most of us are hard at work making renovations to our properties or starting…
Showing offThe Apopka Chief
This great blue heron shows off at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and open to…
Prayers shared for schoolsThe Apopka Chief
During the weeks before school opened, women from Word of Life Church were permitted to visit and pray for the different schools. Pictured in front of…
VFW holds retirement ceremony for Lt Cdr AndrewsThe Apopka Chief
A retirement ceremony was held in honor of Lieutenant Commander Joshua A. Andrews on at the Apopka VFW Post 10147. Read more on page 6A.
OCPS leaders advise on back-to-school safetyThe Apopka Chief
Prior to students returning to school, Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) leaders and law enforcement officials delivered important safety messages for students, family and the community…