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City opens second $3.2 million tank at Northwest Water PlantTeresa Sargeant
February 6, 2026
Grant secured by former congresswoman partly funds cost.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: Who says the highway can’t be my way?The Apopka Chief
February 6, 2026
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson has been charged with driving 104 miles per hour in a 65 miles per hour zone on State Road 429. That is almost beyond belief.
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Police Beat: APD arrests 29 Jan. 25-31 The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from January 25-31, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,492 calls for service, responded to 28 crashes, issued 69 citations, and made 29 arrests.
West Seminole Council leaders pose for a photo at the council's inaugural meeting on Feb. 2.
Seminole County Chamber launches Apopka area councilSarah Merly
February 6, 2026
The West Seminole Council held its inaugural meeting Feb. 2
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Legislators tackle school funding issuesThe Apopka Chief
February 6, 2026
One of the key parts of being a school board member is to help advocate in Tallahassee for legislation that improves the education we provide. That’s because so…
The parcel at 1819 Armando Borjas Jr. Way where Freshfield Farms wants to build its third location.
Apopka City Council approves Freshfields Farm development plan Teresa Sargeant
February 5, 2026
Specialty food market to occupy lot near Walmart and Sam’s Club.
Commissioner Diane Velazquez motioned to reconsider a resolution that allows advancing up to $5,000 per case to elected officials facing civil or administrative proceedings related to their role in office.
Velazquez seeks to overturn advance legal fees policyTeresa Sargeant
February 5, 2026
Anderson alleges ‘hate group’ influence is behind motion
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Easy BBQ, savory grits, and sweet memories in every biteNancy Thomas
February 5, 2026
Bob Warden says his recipe for BBQ Beef Tips in his book “Great Food Fast,” is about as simple as barbecue gets! With such tender cuts of beef…
Jim Keck
Specks keep biting despite cold tempsThe Apopka Chief
February 5, 2026
I hope all y'all enjoyed the latest Arctic blast we had. Good gracious, it was cold! They said that it was the coldest few days that we’ve had in 10 years.…
Representative Doug Bankson
OP-ED: Return of the Jedi—making your voice heardThe Apopka Chief
February 5, 2026
In this final Star Wars-themed column on property tax, I want to share how to make your voice heard regarding the property tax proposals that will ultimately be placed on the ballot in…
Attendees greet each other at Apopka High School before the debate begins.
Debate educates attendees on civic discourse, voter issuesTeresa Sargeant
February 5, 2026
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