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Jake Vest
OP-ED: The bill for a feast can have a bitter aftertasteThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The last thing we need at this time of year is one more holiday, so I’m going to propose one: Remorsemas.
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: E-bikes carry both benefits and dangerThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners recently pondered a commissioner request to study the regulation of e-bikes. It was a heartfelt conversation as all of us are concerned with the…
Jim Keck
Anglers say colored jigs pull in specks aplentyThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and that you were able to spend some time with family and friends. I also hope Santa was good to you, and that you got that…
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: City tightening up water billing The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
As we head into the New Year, I wanted to give everyone an update on the progress we have made reducing the number of no-reads and…
Eggnog
Slow-cooked comfort and classic holiday sipsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
From thepioneerwoman.com site, “Meltingly tender and seriously easy, this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe includes a flavorful rub spiked with brown sugar and dry mustard, sweet…
Black-eyed peas
Holiday History: New Year’s Day traditionsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Eating black-eyed peas a long-standing Southern tradition
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Police Beat: APD arrests 33 Dec. 14- 20The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from December 14-20, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,981 calls for service, responded to 27 crashes, issued 90 citations, and made 33 arrests.  Burglaries: 4 vehicles, 0 residences, 2 businesses. No juveniles were charged.
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Apopka community has much to celebrateThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
As we approach this holiday break, I sure hope everyone gets some much-deserved rest, relaxation and special time with those who mean the most to us. May we…
Coconut cake
From party dips to classic cakes, recipes for every table The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
We have the recipe for Buffalo-Chicken Dip from Amanda Thomas-Henke. It really is delicious and a big hit during holidays and sports events.