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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.

Pump station at Christ International Church at 1250 Piedmont Wekiva Road
Sarah Merly
February 20, 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…
Gary Bergenske presents Lee Corso with his Humanitarian Award.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
The wall of Chito's Cutz was almost completely covered in oranges and orange tree leaves on Monday afternoon.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
College graduation
Sarah Merly
February 16, 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…
The Griffins pose in front of their new home with representatives from the city of Apopka.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
Attendees lined up outside the auditorium ahead of doors opening at 5 p.m. at the Apopka mayoral debate.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
From left to right: Jason Bergenske, Lee Corso and Gary Bergenske prepare for Saturday's gala.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
Celebrate your love this Valentine's Day.
Sarah Merly
February 9, 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…
West Seminole Council leaders pose for a photo at the council's inaugural meeting on Feb. 2.
Sarah Merly
February 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…
Matthew's Hope volunteers prepare food at the Winter Garden outreach center.
Sarah Merly
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…
Pump station at Christ International Church at 1250 Piedmont Wekiva Road
Q&A: Mayoral candidates address Border LakeSarah Merly
February 20, 2026
This week’s question is as follows: Over the last several years, flooding has intensified at Border Lake and other nearby lakes. How would you address this issue…
Gary Bergenske presents Lee Corso with his Humanitarian Award.
Gala honors Corso with Humanitarian Award, presents 3 scholarshipsSarah Merly
February 18, 2026
Bergenske Family Charitable Fund presented awards on Saturday
The wall of Chito's Cutz was almost completely covered in oranges and orange tree leaves on Monday afternoon.
New orange grove mural arrives in downtown ApopkaSarah Merly
February 18, 2026
Chito's Cutz showcases Connecticut artist’s work on Central Avenue
The Griffins pose in front of their new home with representatives from the city of Apopka.
City hosts ribbon-cutting for new homeSarah Merly
February 13, 2026
Griffin family looks forward to building ‘new memories’
Attendees lined up outside the auditorium ahead of doors opening at 5 p.m. at the Apopka mayoral debate.
Q&A: Mayoral candidates address public commentSarah Merly
February 13, 2026
Chief begins four-week policy series
From left to right: Jason Bergenske, Lee Corso and Gary Bergenske prepare for Saturday's gala.
Area resident Lee Corso wins Humanitarian AwardSarah Merly
February 12, 2026
Former ESPN broadcaster to receive award Saturday at Valentine’s gala
Celebrate your love this Valentine's Day.
Valentine’s Day events on tap in Apopka areaSarah Merly
February 9, 2026
Celebrations include concerts, family parties
West Seminole Council leaders pose for a photo at the council's inaugural meeting on Feb. 2.
Seminole County Chamber launches Apopka area councilSarah Merly
February 6, 2026
The West Seminole Council held its inaugural meeting Feb. 2
Matthew's Hope volunteers prepare food at the Winter Garden outreach center.
Apopka bands together during freezing temperaturesSarah Merly
Matthew's Hope struggles to support homeless in chilly weather