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Jim Keck
Shellcrackers bite big in Lake KissimmeeThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2026
We’re finally gettin’ some rain this week, and I just want to thank all of you for your prayers. The rain will not only help our lakes, but…
Chicken and dumplings
Dumplings, casserole and a table full of comfortNancy Thomas
April 9, 2026
We have a lovely (and simple to follow) recipe for chicken and dumplings from a blog named The Novice Chef Blog. I quote, “This Southern Homemade Chicken and Dumplings…
Jim Keck
Fish continue to bite, despite lack of rainThe Apopka Chief
April 3, 2026
Folks, we really need rain, so keep those prayers goin' for two to three more inches of rain. The fishin' is still doin' real good in most of the lakes and rivers in our area, and the shellcrackers should start bitin' real soon.
Ham
A classic Easter table with ham and spring sidesNancy Thomas
April 1, 2026
From Ree Drummond’s www.thepioneerwoman website, we have her recipe for Glazed Easter Ham. She says, “Look for a fully-cooked, bone-in ham that isn't spiral cut - it stays juicier in the oven!…
Potatoes
Spicy Creole, skillet potatoes and a sweet finishNancy Thomas
March 26, 2026
We have a recipe from The Southern Slow Cooker for Shrimp Creole. Kendra Morris says, “Louisiana Creole cooking has a diverse array of influences, which includes those of…
Jim Keck
Full moon next week will kick off the spawning seasonThe Apopka Chief
March 26, 2026
The specks’re still bitin' in Lake Kissimmee around the pads and the reeds, and folks’re gettin' their limits with just about every trip out. From the reports I’m gettin', some folks’re catchin’ a few shellcrackers, too. 
Jim Keck
New moon means great fishingThe Apopka Chief
March 18, 2026
There’s an NPFL tournament over on the Harris Chain this week. The dates of the tournament are March 19th through the 21st. The weigh-ins are bein’ held up at Ski Beach in Leesburg.
Peanut brittle
A southern spread from crock pot to candy dishNancy Thomas
March 18, 2026
Chicken and Rice cooked in the Crock Pot makes enough food for eight servings. This recipe comes to you from Mandy Rivers, the creator of SouthYourMouth!
Corned beef
A St. Patrick’s Day table with corned beef and moreNancy Thomas
March 11, 2026
According to Wikipedia, St. Patrick’s Day was made an official Christian feast day in the early 17th century and is now celebrated in more countries than any…
Pork chops
Supper starts with pork chops and ends with cakeNancy Thomas
March 3, 2026
We have a “family favorite” from 2009 edition of Southern Living’s All-Time Favorites. It is called Cornflake-Coated Pork Chops. Don’t forget to check the internal temperature of your pork chops with…