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Attendees gather during Habitat for Humanity Seminole-Apopka’s Achievement Awards ceremony on April 24 at the Eastmonte Park Civic Center in Altamonte Springs, where more than 100 volunteers and community partners were recognized for their contributions to affordable housing efforts. 
Habitat Seminole-Apopka recognizes volunteers advancing housing efforts The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
May 1, 2026
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Awards highlight contributions supporting affordable homeownership.
School art, created by students in the local area, was a highlight of the juried Apopka Art and Foliage Festival on April 25 and 26 at Kit Land Nelson Park.
Apopka Art and Foliage Festival proceeds fund scholarships, local nonprofits Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
May 1, 2026
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Event channels weekend turnout into year-round community support.
Representative Doug Bankson
OP-ED: Special session tackles redistrictingThe Apopka Chief
Doug Bankson
May 1, 2026
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At the time of the publication of this article, the Florida Legislature will have completed its first Special Session for 2026. Legislators convened starting Tuesday to discuss Gov. RonDeSantis’ draft (released…
Lady Mustangs huddle up after coming in from the field
Wekiva softball season comes to an endVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
May 1, 2026
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Lady Mustangs mercy Jones but lose in district semifinal
A driver fuels up at a 7-Eleven in Apopka as gas prices begin to rise again locally, reflecting a national increase driven by higher oil costs and tightening supply.
Gas prices spike 27 cents in 1 week The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
April 30, 2026
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Apopka prices slightly below national average.
Alezia Hatcher drills a moon shot into center field and over the fence in the district championship against Lake Brantley
Controversial call dooms Apopka in District ChampionshipVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 30, 2026
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A fast start for Apopka quickly unraveled into a night Apopka couldn’t recover from.  The Blue Darters jumped out to an early lead but fell to Lake Brantley, 16-4, in the Class 7A…
Jim Keck
The shellcrackers are bedding, and they are biting The Apopka Chief
Jim Keck
April 30, 2026
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John at Bitters Bait & Tackle reports that folks are catchin’ plenty of catfish and shellcrackers on the St. Johns River, most of 'em up under the 417 bridge in Lake Jesup. You can also catch some shellcrackers in…
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive marks 11 years of providing vehicular access, allowing visitors to explore the scenic Lake Apopka North Shore. 
Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive celebrates 11 years  The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
April 30, 2026
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Staff, volunteers to assist and educate visitors on Sunday.
Coach Middleton talks about how proud he is of these girls he was able to coach
6 Wekiva athletes sign college offersVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 30, 2026
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Basketball and flag football athletes sign letters of intent
Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka president Eric Mock (left) and sports commentator Roger Franklin Williams (right) pose with James Maltby, the 2026 Service to Mankind Award winner, at the April 28 Sertoma dinner.
James Maltby wins 2026 Service to Mankind AwardSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
April 30, 2026
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Sertoma Club honors businessman for community service