Dream Lake honors fifth graders
Dream Lake Elementary school celebrated its 125 fifth graders on Wednesday, May 25, which was Orange County Public Schools’ last day of school. These...
A snack that got away
A small alligator tries to chomp on a fish in a canal along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The alligator had issues trying to...
Tips when hiring a landscape architect for well-maintained lawns
First-time homeowners on the lookout for a landscape architect should consider the following suggestions to make the most of that process. Read more on...
For a winning dish, try Sandra Johansen’s Sweet ‘N Sour Meatballs
From The Jones-Morris Family Treasury, Sandra Johansen’s Sweet ‘N Sour Meatballs is a winner.
Susan Nielsen’s recipe for venison looks delicious. We thank New Vision...
Fishin’ hasn’t been very good with lots wind howling
Hello Folks,
I hope you had a great week. I wish I could say the fishin’ is fantastic right now but the gale force winds...
Wekiva High teacher, coach thankful
“I had a great doctor, who was comforting and who told me we’ll get through this together,” said Mrs. Taylor. Read more on her...
Happy 150th OCPS
Lovell Elementary students and staff got together to celebrate Orange County Public School’s 150 years of service on Wednesday, December 11. Stay informed, subscribe...
Looking back at you
The Apopka Chief/The Planter publisher John Ricketson found this Polyphemus moth on his car last week. The moth is named after Polyphemus, the Greek...
APD hires new officer
Derrick R. Fencher (r) was sworn in as an Apopka police officer on Friday, July 31, by Police Chief Mike McKinley. Born and raised...
Start your day with a delicious recipe called Morning Mix-Up Potatoes
Mrs. Brannen’s Chicken Pie is simply a pie crust with cooked chicken, dumplings made from half the pie crust, and the rest for a...