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  • Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C. In her spare time, Sarah loves watching rom-coms, visiting Disney, and throwing parties.
The Mid-Florida Research and Education Center is located at 2725 S. Binion Rd.
UF education center hosts agricultural conference in ApopkaSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
April 17, 2026
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Experts talk federal, state policy
Mayor Bryan Nelson said the timing of a potential trail connection could align with available funding sources including state conservation programs.
Apopka explores proposed trail link across S.R. 429 Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 17, 2026
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Early-stage concept could align with available funding sources.
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Events showcase best of OCPSThe Apopka Chief
Melissa Byrd
April 17, 2026
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Last weekend was another beautiful example of how lucky we are to live in this community. Both of our high schools hosted events for the community to…
Nathan White, Quintin Daffron, and Caden McGatha rise up in unison for a block
Apopka volleyball sweeps Olympia on senior nightVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 16, 2026
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Blue Darters optimistic heading to postseason
The vacant 205 E. Eighth St., which the CRA will consider purchasing for up to $156,000, based on its appraised value.
CRA approves land purchase, updates programsTeresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 16, 2026
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Board backs land acquisition amid debate over future use.
Jez Hamrick slides in safely to third base in the seventh inning against Lake Mary
Apopka baseball falls in district semifinal, 8-4Vinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 16, 2026
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Rams lefty pitcher shuts down Apopka
Construction is expected to require a full, estimated three-week closure of Wolf Creek Court (pictured), located within the Cimarron Hills subdivision. The subdivision’s entrance is located off E. Cleveland Street.
Apopka City Commission ratifies $719K repair for Wolf Creek Court roadTeresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 16, 2026
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Sinkhole-like settlement forces closure of Wolf Creek Court for three weeks.
Blue Darter Athletes on 2026 Spring Signing Day
16 Apopka athletes sign college letters of intentVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 16, 2026
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Blue Darters enjoy large spring signing day class
Jaison Harris rises up to stuff a one on one attempt with a Lion
Wekiva boys water polo reaches regional quarterfinalsVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 16, 2026
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Mustangs fall against No. 2 Oviedo in regional playoffs
Representative Doug Bankson
OP-ED: FDOT provides e-mobility educationThe Apopka Chief
Doug Bankson
April 16, 2026
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Shortly following the publication of my last column, staff at the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reached out to my office regarding resources that the agency has available to…