Florida Democratic Party treasurer joins District 2 raceSarah Merly
Wes Hodge qualifies one week after petition drive begins
Orlando Health cuts ribbon on behavioral health hospital in Apopka Teresa Sargeant
Facility means to address growing mental health treatment.
OP-ED: Legislature reconvenes to tackle budgetThe Apopka Chief
Last week, after legislators approved Governor Ron DeSantis’ congressional redistricting draft map proposal (83-28 in the House and 21-17 in the Senate) during a special session, the governor signed off on the bills, officially putting…
Apopka City Commission to explore how to remove Planning Commission membersTeresa Sargeant
Golden Gem Road property pact also on meeting agendas.
OP-ED: You have to look real close to see good news about gasThe Apopka Chief
When I was in high school, the 1955 Chevrolet Bel-Air was what the Volkswagen was supposed to be in 1930s Germany – a car everybody could afford. If…
First Landings Aviation to partner with Wekiva AFJROTCSarah Merly
Aviation school to provide flight instructors for simulator program
OP-ED: Business owner shows best of ApopkaThe Apopka Chief
Every Apopka resident can help build a stronger community
Police Beat: APD issues 76 citations May 3-9The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from May 3-9, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,769 calls for service, responded to 24 crashes, issued 76 citations, and made 17 arrests.
Apopka changes budget course with first FY2027 workshop Teresa Sargeant
Departments outline priorities as city expands workshop schedule.
Lake levels remain very low even after rainThe Apopka Chief
Even with the rain this week, we STILL need more, folks! Please keep prayin’ for more rain, because our lakes are really gettin’ low! Lake Monroe and Lake Jesup are extremely low, so be careful if you plan on fishin’ out there.
Apopka Woman’s Club awards 5 scholarships to area studentsSarah Merly
Scholarships funded by Apopka Art & Foliage Festival proceeds
Apopka city staff recommends denial for major church expansion Teresa Sargeant
Short DRC meeting includes site storage upgrades, Father’s Day concert.
Moore reflects on public service, unfinished projects after mayoral loss Teresa Sargeant
Former county commissioner reflects on transportation, conservation and unfinished work as District 2 seat remains vacant.
Orange County Fire Rescue respond to vehicle fire involving truck Teresa Sargeant
No injuries were reported, no one transported from scene.