Breaking: Jeff Rolson steps down as Apopka head football coach

By Marshall Tempest Reporter After six seasons as head football coach of the Apopka Blue Darters, Jeff Rolson has decided to step down heading into the...

Apopka softball celebration highlights top players and season achievements

 By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   The Apopka JV and varsity softball teams stand together with their plaques after the banquet on Tuesday, May 27. The Apopka softball...

Gas district reaches 30,000-customer milestone in 65th year of existence

Number has doubled from 15,000 in last 15 years By Teresa Sargeant Reporter The Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) is celebrating a milestone of reaching 30,000...

City Council explores annexation feasibility study

Referendum may go on March 2026 ballot By Teresa SargeantReporterThe Apopka City Council explored the logistics of conducting a feasibility study in gauging interest for...

Coach Doug Gabriel optimistic despite 16-7 spring loss as Wekiva rebuilds

By Marshall Tempest  Reporter  Wekiva’s quarterback gets a pass off just in time as a Lyman defensive end wraps around his leg after breaking into...

Apopka football struggles in passing defense but shines in run game

By Marshall Tempest   Reporter   Apopka's Elijah Frazier barrels through a wall of Jones defenders on his way into the end zone on Friday, May 23. The...

First woman to assume local VFW command

Forlaw plans to focus on growing membership By Teresa Sargeant Reporter Ret. Col. Loretta Forlaw will become the first woman to become commander of the VFW Post...

Apopka City Council votes 4-1 to release mineral rights on City...

Smith voted against the motion By Teresa Sargeant Reporter The Apopka City Council voted 4-1 to release the mineral rights regarding the Apopka City Center. Commissioner Alexander...

DeSantis signs HB 999 to promote financial independence with precious metals

Rep. Bankson co-sponsored HB 999 By Teresa Sargeant Reporter Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 999 into law, a landmark legislation recognizing gold and silver —...

Apopka gathers to remember fallen on Memorial Day

Speakers urge crowd to honor those who sacrificed By Teresa Sargeant Reporter Citizens must pass on the legacy of freedom and sacrifice to future generations and continue...