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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.
Mary Block (left) and former student April Ware (right) pose for a picture.
Sarah Merly
May 19, 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…
Honor our nation's fallen heroes with the Central Florida community this Memorial Day.
Sarah Merly
May 19, 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…
Christopher Bates (left) poses with guests at the March 3 Taste of Wekiva event at Wekiva High School.
Sarah Merly
May 18, 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…
Wes Hodge
Sarah Merly
May 15, 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…
First Landings Aviation is located in Orlando Apopka Airport at 1321 Apopka Airport Road.
Sarah Merly
May 14, 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
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…
Mary Block (left) and former student April Ware (right) pose for a picture.
Apopka teacher retiring after 37 yearsSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 19, 2026
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Community retirement party set for May 28
Honor our nation's fallen heroes with the Central Florida community this Memorial Day.
Many Memorial Day events on tap around Central FloridaSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 19, 2026
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Events to feature patriotic music, remarks from veterans
Christopher Bates (left) poses with guests at the March 3 Taste of Wekiva event at Wekiva High School.
Wekiva Culinary program director wins 2026 Technology AwardSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 18, 2026
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Chef Christopher Bates to train students with award prize
Wes Hodge
Florida Democratic Party treasurer joins District 2 raceSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 15, 2026
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Wes Hodge qualifies one week after petition drive begins
First Landings Aviation is located in Orlando Apopka Airport at 1321 Apopka Airport Road.
First Landings Aviation to partner with Wekiva AFJROTCSarah Merly
Sarah Merly
May 14, 2026
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Aviation school to provide flight instructors for simulator program
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