Flying into county commission seat won’t be easy for Byrd

The field to replace Orange County Commissioner Bryan Nelson just got more crowded as area nurseryman Mark Byrd announced his candidacy for the District...

More Apopka police officers

Three new officers were sworn into the Apopka Police Department Friday, June 16, by Mayor Joe Kilsheimer.

Recliners coming to Apopka movie theaters

The United Artists Wekiva Riverwalk 8 movie theaters at the Wekiva Riverwalk shopping plaza in Apopka will replace all of its existing theater seats...

Chamber begins search for new president

The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new president as Laura Heiselman, the organization’s previous president, is no longer with the...

City faces suit over ordinance about development rights

A company based in Delaware is suing the city of Apopka in circuit court, claiming that the city erred when it passed an ordinance...

Municipal parking lot slated for improvement

In accordance with the updated CRA Redevelopment Plan 2017, and for the city and other owners to sell the Fifth Street parking lot to...

Highland Manor signs long-term lease for city center

The first business to sign a long-term lease for the city center is the one that’s already on the property. Highland Manor, through its parent...

Depositions in city suit are rescheduled for next week

After having their original depositions postponed, Apopka Mayor Joe Kilsheimer and former city administrator and lobbyist Richard Anderson are scheduled to be deposed next...

Chamber hands out annual awards

The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Black Tie Gala celebrated the accomplishments of businesses, business owners, and first responders at Highland Manor on...

Expansion coming

The Apopka Shoot Straight gun range and store will soon expand its warehouse space.