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  • Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing parties.

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  • Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing parties.
From left to right: GFWC Apopka Woman's Club president Diane Harrison, scholarship chair Saudi Ellis, Edith Tavera, Ariana Serami Obregon, Gabrielle Robinson, Kendall Walker and Elizabeth Marshall
Sarah Merly
May 13, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Jes Farnsworth will perform at Stephie's 7-10 p.m. May 22 before leaving for the tour.
Sarah Merly
May 12, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Daniel Turnage reads his new book to his son.
Sarah Merly
May 8, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Orlando Magic legend Nick Anderson, a University of Illinois alum, laughs as emcee Joel Breidenbaugh shows his love for University of Indiana basketball.
Sarah Merly
May 7, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Daniel Webster represents U.S. House District 11, which includes Apopka.
Sarah Merly
May 6, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Apopka High School Super Scholars smile for the camera.
Sarah Merly
May 5, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Taaliyah Rivers (right) assumes command.
Sarah Merly
May 4, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
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.
Sarah Merly
April 30, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Mark Creaser and Joe Golden visit the World War II Memorial.
Sarah Merly
April 29, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
Daniel Webster has returned approximately $32 million from federal agencies to his constituents.
Sarah Merly
April 28, 2026
Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing…
From left to right: GFWC Apopka Woman's Club president Diane Harrison, scholarship chair Saudi Ellis, Edith Tavera, Ariana Serami Obregon, Gabrielle Robinson, Kendall Walker and Elizabeth Marshall
Apopka Woman’s Club awards 5 scholarships to area studentsSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 13, 2026
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Scholarships funded by Apopka Art & Foliage Festival proceeds
Jes Farnsworth will perform at Stephie's 7-10 p.m. May 22 before leaving for the tour.
Apopka guitarist to join Metallica legend on tourSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 12, 2026
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Last Stephie’s concert before tour set for May 22
Daniel Turnage reads his new book to his son.
Apopka artist releases debut children’s bookSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 8, 2026
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Book reading set for May 22
Orlando Magic legend Nick Anderson, a University of Illinois alum, laughs as emcee Joel Breidenbaugh shows his love for University of Indiana basketball.
Apopka prayer breakfast welcomes Magic legend, honors community organizationsSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 7, 2026
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Open Heart Farms receives Pillar Award
Daniel Webster represents U.S. House District 11, which includes Apopka.
Webster retirement draws 9 challengers for congressional seatSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 6, 2026
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Longtime lawmaker announced retirement on April 28
Apopka High School Super Scholars smile for the camera.
Apopka, Wekiva high schools announce 2026 Super ScholarsSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 5, 2026
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Area high schools produce 88 Super Scholars this year
Taaliyah Rivers (right) assumes command.
Wekiva AFJROTC changes command, presents 23 awardsSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 4, 2026
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Taaliyah Rivers assumes command
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
Mark Creaser and Joe Golden visit the World War II Memorial.
APD sergeant escorts Vietnam War veteran in Honor FlightSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
April 29, 2026
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60 veterans explored Washington, D.C. for the day
Daniel Webster has returned approximately $32 million from federal agencies to his constituents.
Webster announces retirement from CongressSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
April 28, 2026
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Webster's political career spans 47 years