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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.

Chicken wings
Are chicken wings for supper or watching the game?
October 2, 2026
Bonnie Werley’s Teriyaki Chicken Wings will be delicious and easy to roast in the oven after preparing them the night before and having them soak in…
Rivaldo Reyes
Body recovered from Wekiva River
October 2, 2026
Sheriff’s office says incident likely an accidental drowning
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Police Beat: Apopka police arrest 22, issue 58 citations Sept. 20-26
In the period from September 20-26, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,680 calls for service, responded to 31 crashes, issued 58 citations, and made 22 arrests.
Don Patrón is located at 34 E. Main St.
Don Patrón to introduce nightlife to downtown Apopka 
October 1, 2026
Soft opening set for Oct. 9
Operation: Shockwave drew a lengthy line of Wekiva High School students around noon on Wednesday.
Operation: Shockwave trailer arrives at Wekiva High
September 30, 2026
Attendance numbers soar
Jake Vest
OP-ED: It’s hard to see why eye doctors can’t tell time
September 29, 2026
If this is not malpractice, it has to be a breach of promise.  Sitting in an eye doctor’s waiting area watching “The Price is Right” for 38 minutes past your appointment time sure…
Jake Vest
OP-ED: Latest gas prices fueling déjà vu
September 25, 2026
All the news just repeats itself, like some forgotten dream that we’ve both seen.  John Prine wrote that lyric in 1971, about the time I drew one of…
Mashed potatoes
The delicious… versatile… wonderful… POTATO!
September 25, 2026
From farm-house.org, we learn that the mighty potato, considered our most versatile vegetable, is allergen and gluten-free, unlike other foods, including soy, nuts, and dairy. Beyond our regular uses as a…
Jim Keck
Buy supplies for fall fishing season during the sales tax holiday
September 25, 2026
Hello Folks, We have a full moon this weekend; Saturday, shortly after noon, to be exact. That bein’ said, the fishin’ should be really good… if the weather doesn’t get bad.…
Daryl Hill (left) poses with his son Dawson Hill (right) on a boat.
Son of fallen Good Samaritan remembers father
September 24, 2026
Daryl Hill shot Aug. 11 after attempt to intervene in fight
: Cliff Shepard began working for the city under former Mayor Joe Kilsheimer.
City attorney Cliff Shepard retiring Teresa Sargeant
September 18, 2026
Shepard, commissioners share remarks Wednesday night.
From left to right: Anjalee Patel, Bhaskar Patel, Aaryan Patel and Viraag Patel pose outside of the upcoming Burrito Guyz in Apopka.
Burrito Guyz to open first Florida location in ApopkaSarah Merly
September 16, 2026
Canadian burrito chain’s arrival expected in December
Mayor Nick Nesta, OCPS Superintendent Maria Vazquez, Principal Anthony Russell and OCPS Senior Director of Government Relations Marquise McMiller pose with Wekiva High School AFJROTC cadets.
Wekiva AFJROTC honors 25th anniversary of 9/11 at school flagpoleSarah Merly
September 11, 2026
OCPS superintendent Maria Vazquez recognized for her service before coming retirement
Vice Mayor Diane Velazquez places her hand on a panel from one of the Twin Towers.
Velazquez family remembers 9/11, City Hall memorialSarah Merly
September 11, 2026
Ed Velazquez served as volunteer first responder after terrorist attack
City Public Works Director Vladimir Simonovski
Apopka City Commission increases water, sanitation rates Sarah Merly
September 3, 2026
Rate increase resolutions generate Golden Gem, water pressure discussions.
From left to right: Commissioner Yesenia Baron, Mayor Nick Nesta, Commissioner Sam Ruth, Commissioner Nadia Anderson and Vice Mayor Diane Velazquez pose with Apopka's original incorporation papers.
Apopka celebrates its 144th birthdaySarah Merly
September 2, 2026
Mayor’s office gifted incorporation papers
Join the community in honoring the sacrifices of September 11's first responders.
Central Florida commemorates 9/11 with ceremonies, blood driveSarah Merly
September 2, 2026
2026 marks 25th anniversary of terrorist attack