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Coach Scott Williams in a pregame huddle
Sam Alexis lends his name to Apopka’s youth hoops camp Vinnie Cammarano
June 3, 2026
The 2022 grad is sponsoring the annual camp Scott Williams runs for kids ages 8 to 13.
Orange County Public Schools held its 2026 State of the Schools address on Tuesday at Edgewater High School, where district leaders discussed enrollment trends, funding challenges and academic performance.
Address highlights OCPS adaption amid challenges Teresa Sargeant
June 3, 2026
District cites enrollment declines, funding pressures and tax uncertainty.
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Police Beat: APD responds to 39 crashes May 24-30The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
If a law enforcement agency charges you with a crime and this news outlet reports that information, please notify us within 90 days if the charge is dropped or if…
This site plan shows Paulucci Acres Pod 1A/B and 4, a proposed 502-home subdivision east of Vick Road and south of West Ponkan Road. The project is part of the larger Paulucci Acres development and is scheduled for review by the Apopka Development Review Committee on June 3.
DRC to review 502-lot Paulucci phase, 363-unit apartment project Teresa Sargeant
June 1, 2026
City approved overall Paulucci development for 1K+ homes.
Eagle Scout candidate Charles Phelps (left) receives a certificate of appreciation from Chad Creech (center), board chair of the Apopka Serves Foundation, and Maribel Brinkle (right), president of the Apopka Historical Society, during Saturday's flagpole dedication ceremony at the Apopka Museum. Phelps led the service project that installed the museum's new flagpole.
Eagle Scout candidate dedicates new flagpole at Apopka Museum Teresa Sargeant
June 1, 2026
Two-year Scout project culminates in Saturday ceremony at Apopka Museum.
Build your imagination at Lowe's and Home Depot before school starts.
Family summer break activities on tap around Apopka Sarah Merly
May 29, 2026
Local opportunities for families to grow closer together abound.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: A few words of warning to the class of 2030The Apopka Chief
May 29, 2026
Much of the scene last week was similar enough to verge on déjà vu. “Pomp and Circumstance” played while a long procession of young people made its…
Representative Doug Bankson
OP-ED: Protecting our kids: Florida’s new public indecency lawThe Apopka Chief
May 28, 2026
With the state budget being finalized as I write this, we will be taking a small detour this week to discuss one of my policy priorities from the 2026 legislative session.
A view of Station Street in Apopka on Thursday. Apopka commissioners are scheduled to discuss a notice of default related to the Station Street Development Agreement during the June 3 City Commission meeting. 
City moves toward default on Station Street development deal Teresa Sargeant
May 28, 2026
Developer misses design deadline, commission to consider issuing formal notice.
Coach and Club owner Carlos Longa trains the futures program through a dribble drill.
‘Train Like a Lion’: Longa Academy building champions in Central Florida Vinnie Cammarano
May 28, 2026
Former Venezuelan pro Carlos Longa preparing for summer camps, more titles
John Peery at one of Apopka football's State Championship games with broadcaster Joe Ferraro and Apopka PA Announcer Steven Schwartze. (Courtesy of Roger Williams)
‘JP’ to receive Vanguard Award from Apopka Sports Hall of FameVinnie Cammarano
May 28, 2026
John Peery, longtime Apopka Chief editor, documented generations of local athletics.
2026 Apopka Blue Darters softball team at the annual awards banquet.
One last night together for Apopka softball’s standout seniorsVinnie Cammarano
May 28, 2026
Lady Blue Darters honor a 20-6 season at annual awards banquet.
2026 Wolf Lake Middle School track and field.
Wolf Lake track wins third straight county titleVinnie Cammarano
May 27, 2026
Phillips says it’s not just athletes winning — it’s the system
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Many paths lead to post-graduation successThe Apopka Chief
May 27, 2026
As I shook hundreds of hands again this year, I tried to stop as many graduates as I could and ask about their cords or medals they were wearing or what…