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  • Vincent 'Vinnie' Cammarano was born and raised in New Jersey and is a graduate from Full Sail: Dan Patrick's School of Sportscasting. He has a lifelong background of playing and working in sports, and is the sports reporter for the Apopka Chief. He commentates basketball and other sports on the side, and analyzes professional sports in his free time.
Apopka softball huddles in the outfield after their 5-3 victory over Horizon
Apopka beats Horizon in Metro West ChampionshipVinnie Cammarano
Vinnie Cammarano
April 2, 2026
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After falling to Horizon earlier this season, the Blue Darters flipped the script when it mattered most, knocking off the Hawks, 5-3, on Tuesday to claim the Metro West title…
Artist Alberto Gomez expresses gratitude as he stands next to his mural of Dolores Huerta at the Hope CommUnity Center North Park Avenue campus on Tuesday.
Immigrant advocacy group mural redone to honor Dolores Huerta Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 1, 2026
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Chavez allegations prompt image’s replacement.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: Canned goods, produce, vegetables and justiceThe Apopka Chief
Jake Vest
April 1, 2026
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It’s a shame people don’t pay with money anymore. All of the tapping, sliding and electro-zapping instead of exchanging cash and change has robbed me of a cherished fantasy in the express lane.
Krull-Smith previously created a large floral display for an April 2024 gathering.
Orchid festival and conference to arrive in ApopkaSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
April 1, 2026
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Krull-Smith's Julien Baruch talks orchid varieties, care
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A classic Easter table with ham and spring sidesNancy Thomas
Nancy Thomas
April 1, 2026
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From Ree Drummond’s www.thepioneerwoman website, we have her recipe for Glazed Easter Ham. She says, “Look for a fully-cooked, bone-in ham that isn't spiral cut - it stays juicier in the oven!…
Apopka police and a licensed trapper work together to capture what Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission call a 'nuisance alligator.' 
Apopka police, trapper relocate alligator near Yothers Road Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 1, 2026
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Creature considered a nuisance alligator per FWC.
Hannah Allen (left) and Jessica Griggs (right) were named this year's spotlight artists for the Apopka Art & Foliage Festival.
Apopka Art & Foliage Festival announces spotlight artistsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
April 1, 2026
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Hannah Allen and Jessica Griggs receive this year’s titles
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Police Beat: APD issues 104 citations March 22-28The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
April 1, 2026
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In the period from March 22-28, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,606 calls for service, responded to 36 crashes, issued 104 citations, and made 21 arrests.
Celebrate Jesus Christ's death and resurrection with the Apopka community this weekend.
Apopka celebrates Holy Week 2026Sarah Merly
Sarah Merly
March 31, 2026
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City churches host Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunday services
Hop into spring this Saturday!
Area Easter events to usher in spring this SaturdaySarah Merly
Sarah Merly
March 31, 2026
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Celebrations include animal encounters, egg hunts