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Jake Vest
OP-ED: Kickoff is a little late to start on a game planThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
A big SAT testing date was a few weeks ago, which, oddly enough, reminds me of a football game played 54 years ago almost 8,000 miles…
Jim Keck
Cooler weather makes a great day for fishin’The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I can’t believe we are finally gettin' some cooler weather. It’s so nice to get up in the mornin’ and walk outside and feel that cool…
Baked pasta dish
Warm, comforting, and a touch nostalgic — a taste of Southern comfortThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
From Country Cookin’, how about serving up some Hot Chicken Salad Souffle? They say, “This is Excellent for buffet entertaining! Don’t plan on leftovers – there…
Police Beat: APD arrests 29 from Oct. 5 to Oct. 11The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from October 5-11, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,262 calls for service, responded to 31 crashes, issued 57 citations, and made 29…
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: Numerous programs aim to help homelessThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In July, President Trump issued an executive order titled “Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets.” This order ends support for “housing first” policies. It prefers…
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: Residential Renovation Assistance Program makes impactThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The city’s Residential Renovation Assistance Program continues to make a meaningful difference for homeowners across the community. Since launching, the program has received 118 inquiries, reflecting…
Muslim Community Center of Apopka
Planning Commission to consider special exception for mosque in downtown ApopkaThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Next Tuesday, the Apopka Planning Commission will review whether to grant a special exception permit for the construction of a 6,436 sq. ft. mosque in downtown…
Jim Keck
Cooler weather ushers in fall fishingThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Happy October to all, and I hope you’re as excited as I am. I love this time of the year, with the holidays, the time with…
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: Meter-tampering hurts all residentsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
We have a team effort here at the city to drive the increasing costs of our water, wastewater and reclaimed water by making sure that everyone…
Orange County School Board
Orange County Public Schools, union agree on 4% raise for best teachers The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Orange County Public Schools (OCPS) and the Orange County Classroom Teachers Association (CTA) have tentatively agreed upon a new compensation and working conditions package for the…