City remembers 9/11 with brief ceremony
The city of Apopka held a brief ceremony Wednesday, September 11, to remember the attacks of September 11, 2001, where Islamic terrorists hijacked four...
City looking to legislature for $1 million to aid in birding...
As a joint venture between the city of Apopka and the Orange Audubon Society, the birding park will have several amenities. Read more on...
Helping others at Thanksgiving
Loaves & Fishes volunteers Linda Fritsche and Denny Lee pack bags with Thanksgiving dinner supplies on Monday, November 25, as the faith-based social service...
Apopka man charged with sexual assault of 11-year-old girl at his...
An Apopka man has been charged with sexual assault of a minor after an 11-year-old girl told her parents he has been touching her...
Apopka foliage veteran named to state hall of fame
Robbie Roberson (l) is presented his hall of fame plaque by Nikki Fried, state agriculture commissioner. Read more on page 1A.
Car show draws nearly 100 participants under sunny skies
Beautiful weather, a great venue, 95 classic vehicles, rocking music, food vendors, and, in general, the feeling of appreciation as well as something to...
Hospital medical director says schools should not reopen doors any time...
The medical director of AdventHealth Apopka hospital said this week that it would be “extremely premature” to reopen schools soon. See more on 1A.
Keeping in touch
A student and teacher at Wolf Lake Elementary School connect through signs and waves Thursday, May 7, as they held a drive-by parade at...
Apopka native retires after serving 41 years in U.S. Army
Apopka native Chief Warrant Officer Five Thomas Bernard Elder, son of Johnny and Ella Elder of Apopka, has retired. Read more on 3A.
Fire dept. wants to add district chief after retirement of deputy...
The Apopka Fire Department is making a request of one additional district chief for about $95,000. Read on 1A.