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From grilled chicken to creamy peach ice cream, homestyle recipes for every craving.The Apopka Chief
August 22, 2025
            From What’s Cookin’?, we have Shrimp or Chicken Curry. This recipe was contributed by Mrs. Myrtle Womble who suggests serving it over hot, steamy rice.…
From Breakfast Casserole To Cherry Torte: Recipes You Can Make All DayThe Apopka Chief
August 15, 2025
            Ree Drummond of The Pioneer Woman.com has some wonderful recipes, including one called Sausage Breakfast Casserole. This one is an “easy make-ahead breakfast casserole.”          …
The Oreo cheesecake bar at Aunt Gingibread's Bakery
Top 5 dessert shops in ApopkaSarah Merly
August 8, 2025
We all scream for ice cream—and cookie-stuffed waffles
August brings more than football – its National Fishing MonthThe Apopka Chief
August 8, 2025
Hello Folks, Welcome to August. This month is National Fishing Month. August is one month from gettin’ us closer to some cooler days. It’s been a…
Stew things up with okra soup, easy bread, slaw, and dump cakeThe Apopka Chief
August 8, 2025
Emily Meggett’s Okra Soup calls for an optional half-pound of small shrimp, and she serves it  over white rice. This recipe calls for Nature’s Seasons, which…
Panzironi and Bak win ABA Bass Series TournamentThe Apopka Chief
August 1, 2025
Hello Folks, I hope you’re enjoyin’ your summer and stayin’ cool. It must be because I’m gettin’ older, but this year it’s really been hot, and…
Try Dirty Rice and Florida Orange Meringue PieThe Apopka Chief
August 1, 2025
            Marvin Woods says, “Roasted Chicken is simple to make and is one of my favorite multipurpose recipes. For basics, I’ll pair it up, with or…
Laura Heath stands atop Westley as she practices a routine.
The rise of equestrian vaulting in Apopka: a new sport takes holdMarshall Tempest
July 31, 2025
At a quiet farm on the edge of town, a 10-year-old girl stands tall—literally—atop a walking horse at Claudia Heath Farms. Arms outstretched like wings, she…
ICAST held annual convention on Orlando last week The Apopka Chief
July 25, 2025
Hello Folks,  We are in the dog days of summer, but the fishin’ isn’t too bad for most folks.   Folks’re gettin’ on the water real early…
Savor Crab, Curried Rice, Beets, Tea and LemonadeThe Apopka Chief
July 25, 2025
            From Charleston Receipts, we have Crab with Curried Rice, contributed by Mrs. Jack W. Simmons. Depending on your taste preferences, be thoughtful as you adjust…