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  • JC Derrick

    J.C. Derrick is publisher for The Apopka Chief. He spent 18 years covering sports, education, and politics in Texas and Washington, D.C., before joining The Apopka Chief in 2025. J.C. is a member of the Florida Press Association Board of Directors.

Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Aaron Yavorsky is the youngest angler to ever qualify for BassMaster Classic at 17
December 15, 2023
Hello Folks, We are havin’ some nice cool weather this week and it really feels good, too. It warms up durin’ the day and that works…
Apopka Boys Basketball goes 1-2 in last three games
December 15, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters Boys Varsity Basketball team had two games after press time last week against the Edgewater Eagles and the Oviedo Lions. Apopka suffered…
Apopka Girls Soccer falls to Horizon Hawks 2-1, now 3-4-1
December 15, 2023
The Blue Darters’ girls’ varsity soccer team faced the Horizon Hawks on Tuesday, December 12, and couldn’t take away the victory in a 2-1 loss. Apopka…
Apopka Football looking for new offensive coordinator, O-line coach
December 15, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darter football team is currently in search for a new offensive coordinator as well as a new offensive-line coach.
Darters Defeat Warriors!
December 15, 2023
Apopka basketball head coach, Scott Williams, talks with his team during a timeout during the Blue Darters’ 67-37 victory over the West Orange Warriors on  Wednesday,…
Providing Sound Futures, Florida’s CHAP Program Ensures Access to Hearing Health for Children
December 8, 2023
Shouting on the playground, Mom calling everyone for dinner, Dad reading a bedtime story — the sounds of childhood are the ones we remember throughout our…
Wekiwa Springs Baptist Church is growing faith, friendships, and families
December 8, 2023
For just a moment, forget everything you’ve ever thought of when it comes to church. Instead, picture a community of people who are striving together to…
Dryer Vent Wizard has ribbon cutting
December 8, 2023
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Dryer Vent Wizard today, Tuesday, December 5, at Birchwood Coffee, 2107 E. Semoran Blvd…
City lights Christmas tree
December 8, 2023
The Apopka Tree Lighting Ceremony took place at Kit Land Nelson Park. The event included holiday music, photos with Santa, kids activities and meeting Santa and…
On Dec. 2, Reilly Cardella is crowned Miss Apopka 2024
December 8, 2023
Reilly Cardella took home the crown as Miss Apopka 2024 among the six young women who competed for the title on Saturday, December 2, at the…
Darters open home slate with victory over West Orange WarriorsThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters held their first home game of the season on Friday, September 1. The Darters hosted longtime rival West Orange.
Six turnovers lead to Mustangs lossThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
For the third consecutive season, the Wekiva Mustangs outgained the Ocoee Knights by a decisive margin, this time by 158-56 yards or close to a 3-1…
Blue Darters make two early scores hold up in win over rivalThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
In another low-scoring game, the Apopka Blue Darters moved to 2-0 Friday, September 1, with a victory over longtime rival West Orange (1-1).
AHS clerk retires after 36 yearsThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
Lynda Touchton, an attendance/record clerk, is celebrated by Apopka High School for her 36 years of service to the school as she is now retiring. Pictured…
Hunt Club Medical Care provides compassionate health care for you and your familyThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
When it comes to your health, there’s no place like home and family to take care of you. That’s the kind of care you can come…
Rock Springs Ridge HOA close to final land swap dealThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
The agreement would allow for a 51-acre Kelly Park Road parcel, which the HOA owns, to be exchanged for the 319-acre golf course tract owned by…
Police probe vandalism of gravestonesThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
Apopka police are investigating the vandalism of headstones at the city cemetery that happened over the Labor Day weekend.
Bird on the wireThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
This female belted kingfisher perches up high on a wire over Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is…
Book copies for Darter footballThe Apopka Chief
September 8, 2023
Sammie Smith receives check from Misty Taylor, (middle) president of the John Land Apopka Community Trust and John Ricketson (r), former president of the JLACT, and…
Apopka visits Dr. Phillips, seeking third win this seasonThe Apopka Chief
September 4, 2023
Dr. Phillips, this week’s opponent for the Apopka Blue Darters, has had two completely different outcomes in their 1-1 start,