Apopka has a unique history. For more than 60 years, our city was led by Mayor John Land. Since then, only two other mayors served before…
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OP-ED: Leading means asking hard questionsSarah Merly
Police Beat: Apopka police arrest 24, issue 100 Sept. 6-12Sarah Merly
In the period from September 6-12, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,535 calls for service, responded to 55 crashes, issued 100 citations, and made 24 arrests. Burglaries: 4 vehicles, 0 residences, 1 business. Juveniles were charged with out-of-county warrant.
How about a good grilled burger with the works and potato salad?Sarah Merly
Food Network Kitchen says, “When a grilled burger is called for, this one (The Best Grilled Burgers) is our go-to. We season only the outside of each patty…
First light best time to catch bassSarah Merly
Hello Folks, I hope you’re havin’ a great week, and hopefully… you got a chance to do some fishin’. This may be wishful thinkin’, but I…
Apopka City Commission tables discretionary-funds review after contentious debate Teresa Sargeant
Anderson alleges policy discussion targeted her pending facility request.
OP-ED: Dressed to lastSarah Merly
It seems to be a growing trend for buildings that formerly housed some other kind of retail to convert to thrift shops, which is kind of appropriate: Previously owned…
City Commission finalizes $237.3 million fiscal year 2027 budget, higher millage rateJosh Peterson
Officials also unanimously approve stormwater non-ad valorem assessments
Floridian Town Center apartment plan must go back to DRC Teresa Sargeant
Committee approves 78-lot Crossroads plat, reviews three special events.
Burrito Guyz to open first Florida location in ApopkaSarah Merly
Canadian burrito chain’s arrival expected in December
Trial set for man accused of threatening former mayor Teresa Sargeant
A trial has been scheduled this fall for Hector Raul Cartagena, the Apopka man accused of threatening to kill former Mayor Bryan Nelson. Cartagena is scheduled…
Apopka Progressive Senior Citizens’ Club marks 53 years of service Teresa Sargeant
Founders’ Day celebration honors the history, community work and longtime members.
Wekiva Mustangs’ mistakes prove costly against WindermereVinnie Cammarano
Wekiva’s performance through the lens of coach Watts
Boil-water advisory remains in effect after Welch Road main breakTeresa Sargeant
Water service restored after break affected about 200 homes.
Apopka DRC to review Floridian Town Center apartments, Crossroads plat Teresa Sargeant
Short agenda also includes requests for three special events.
Apopka Involved Voters to host Orange County runoff forums Teresa Sargeant
Candidates for mayor, County Commission District 2 will address voters Sept. 21–22.
Apopka City Commission to consider final FY2027 budget, stormwater plan Teresa Sargeant
Commission also to weigh higher stormwater assessments, CRA extension request.
Wekiva AFJROTC honors 25th anniversary of 9/11 at school flagpoleSarah Merly
OCPS superintendent Maria Vazquez recognized for her service before coming retirement
Apopka marks 25 years since 9/11 with ceremony outside City Hall Teresa Sargeant
Lamphere returns 10 years after Eagle Scout project became city memorial.
Apopka flies to victory over OlympiaVinnie Cammarano
Apopka gets first win of the season behind the Kemp brothers
Apopka Police Department members recall 9/11Sarah Merly
William Bryant, Sgt. Daniel Colley, and Lt. Carol McMaster all started serving prior to Sept. 11, 2001
For Christopher Lenahan, firefighting is a career of serviceSarah Merly
Firefighter uncle killed three months before 9/11
Velazquez family remembers 9/11, City Hall memorialSarah Merly
Ed Velazquez served as volunteer first responder after terrorist attack
OP-ED: May we always remember 9/11Sarah Merly
We’ve just crossed a major milestone in our current American history. It has now been 25 years since that fateful Tuesday morning in 2001, when Americans came…
Apopka faced September 11 with fear and a rush to helpJosh Peterson
Twenty-five years later, The Chief's archives recall guarded city offices, prayers at school and hours spent waiting to give blood.
