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All Seasons Pest Control marks 40 years serving ApopkaMarshall Tempest
July 2, 2025
One of Apopka's leading pest control services is celebrating its 40th anniversary next week. All Seasons Pest Control (ASPC), home to Apopka's biggest roach, will be hosting a gathering at Halls on Fifth for those in the community to celebrate with them.   "It's a big accomplishment for us, as a small business, to be here…
The Apopka football team defeated hometown rivals the Wekiva Mustangs in the 2024 Mayors Cup.
2025 football schedule unveiled for Apopka communityMarshall Tempest
July 2, 2025
Some may find it difficult to focus on the 2025 season with all that has been going on with the Apopka football program, but ready or not, the season opener looms next month.   The team lost about 20 players and, subsequently, head coach Jeff Rolson after the spring game. Still, the school’s practice of creating…
What to expect from Apopka area July 4th events this yearMarshall Tempest
June 30, 2025
From fireworks to barbecues and water days, locals are gearing up for July 4 events around Central Florida in celebration of Independence Day. Here is a roundup of events in and around Apopka:   Apopka    The city of Apopka will host a free July 4 event at the Apopka Amphitheater. The event will begin at 6…
Jalen Carter works with receivers at his camp on making separation at the line last year.
Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter hosts fourth annual free football camp in ApopkaMarshall Tempest
June 30, 2025
Former Apopka Blue Darter and now Super Bowl champion Jalen Carter will be returning to Apopka for his annual free skills camp.    The one-day free skills camp will take place 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 12. The camp is for kids ages 8-17 and will feature multiple drills tailored to different age…
Apopka basketball summer camp returns in late July for kids ages 7 to 13Marshall Tempest
June 26, 2025
The Apopka basketball team’s annual summer camp for Apopka area kids will return at the end of July. Head coach of the Apopka basketball team, Scott Williams, said the exact date for the opening day of camp has not yet been decided.   The camp itself is structured in a group and team format based on…
Tyson Davison uses his speed and agility to maneuver past multiple West Orange defenders.
Apopka quarterback Tyson Davison transfers to OcoeeMarshall Tempest
June 25, 2025
After weeks of rumors and speculation, The Apopka Chief confirmed this week that Tyson Davison, Apopka football's starting quarterback for the last three seasons, will be playing for the Ocoee Knights for his senior season.     The confirmation comes from multiple sources, including the Davison family and Jett Davison, the current Ocoee High School offensive coordinator…
Jhenelle Francis finds open space on the court and puts a jump shot from the low post.
Jhenelle Francis redefines meaning of student-athlete Marshall Tempest
June 25, 2025
Jhenelle Francis is a recent graduate of Apopka High School who was a keystone in the success of both the girls' basketball and flag football teams. But Francis was more than just an exemplary athlete—she was a top student and standout member of the Apopka community.  Flag Football   Francis is ranked nationally in multiple flag…
On top is the Apopka home dugout that is surrounded by a chain-link fence. On the Bottom is the away dugout. Apopka baseball players, parents, and fans raised problems with design inconsistencies between the two dugouts.
Inside the challenges facing Apopka baseball: coaching search and unfinished fieldsMarshall Tempest
June 24, 2025
Apopka High School Athletic Director Aaron Crawford says the search for a new baseball coach is progressing, although more slowly than the rapid search to fill the school’s open football coach position.    In early June, Apopka's former coach, Bobby Brewer, stepped down after six seasons at the helm of the program. After compiling a 91-48…
Apopka football's previous head coach, Jeff Rolson, talks with linebackers during a drill at spring practice.
Apopka zeroes in on new football coachMarshall Tempest
June 19, 2025
Apopka High School's athletic director, Aaron Crawford, told The Apopka Chief this week that he and Principal Lyle Heinz are close to making a decision on the school’s next head football coach.   On Wednesday, Crawford said the school had a frontrunner in mind for the job and that the administration was waiting for clearance from…
Alejandro Marcelino connects on a single against Dr. Phillips on Saturday, June 14.
How Apopka’s senior team defied odds with three upset wins in Little League playMarshall Tempest
June 18, 2025
All-Star play for Apopka and the surrounding area Little League chapters started last week. In a district full of elite talent, Apopka did its best to compete, but with mixed results.   Apopka teams went 4–10 overall in softball and baseball across several age groups. All four wins came from Apopka baseball: three from the senior…