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Jake Vest
OP-ED: Stand up and holler about this two-bit penaltyThe Apopka Chief
October 27, 2026
My vote for attorney general will go to whichever candidate pledges to decriminalize “the flinch.”   An offensive lineman, a guy who weighs in at close to…
DeSantis honors John Anderson with anthem designation, Lake Apopka naming directiveTeresa Sargeant
October 27, 2026
Executive order comes nearly one week after Anderson’s death.
Caitlyn Nichole Swatkowski 
DeBary woman sentenced to prison in crash that killed daughter Teresa Sargeant
October 27, 2026
Crash occurred in September 2024 on S.R. 429 in Apopka.
Chili cook-off winners at Central Florida Preparatory School’s fall festival Oct. 23 in Apopka are, from left, Alicia Minott of Leeci’s Garden of Goodness, first place; Adriana Reyes of Luchi’s Chili, People’s Choice; Yriana Julio-Garnichaud of Panela of My Heart, third place; and Flor Lightner of Bacon Me Crazy, second place.  
Chili and community take center stage at Central Florida Preparatory School’s fall festival Teresa Sargeant
October 26, 2026
More than 1,000 attend event featuring cook-off, games, petting zoo.
The Mead’s Bottom mural by artist German Lemus, pictured June 30, depicts Sarah Mead and other Apopka historic figures.
State council approves Mead’s Bottom historical marker Teresa Sargeant
October 26, 2026
Recognition follows three-year effort to preserve early Black settlement’s history.
Mayor Nick Nesta
OP-ED: Let’s build a stronger communitySarah Merly
October 26, 2026
It’s that time of year again. The cooler air is starting to move in, and we can finally enjoy being outside without having to change clothes…
Reshard Ricketts looks for running room in the first quarter of Wekiva's game against Evans Friday night at Mustang Field.
Wekiva falls to Evans 59-7, looks ahead to Mayor’s CupJC Derrick
October 24, 2026
Evans quarterback throws for six touchdowns.
Sammie Smith
Apopka football legend named grand marshal for Christmas paradeSarah Merly
Foliage Sertoma’s annual Christmas parade set for Dec. 12
Mike Gilland
OP-ED: Warning against envySarah Merly
October 23, 2026
Psalm 73 is attributed to one of the many celebrated musicians under King David. His name was Asaph, and he penned a total of 11 psalms…
A chicken and rice dish
Ready for a one-pot meal that originated in West Africa?Sarah Merly
October 23, 2026
In her book, Gullah Geechee Home Cooking, Mrs. Meggett has a recipe for Chicken Perloo. She says, “Many of the one-pot rice dishes in the Lowcountry…
Jim Keck
Cooler weather, full moon raise anglers’ hopesSarah Merly
October 23, 2026
Hello Folks, I believe everyone is lovin’ this great weather we’re havin’. I know I am! It’s been a lonnng summer, and I’ve been waitin’ and anticipatin’ for…
The Aspen Dental Apopka team smiles in front of the office, located at 1500 W. Orange Blossom Trail.
Aspen Dental to offer free dental care for veterans on Nov. 7Sarah Merly
October 23, 2026
Event marks Apopka office’s first Day of Service
Apopka Blue Darters pregame prayer.
Stirring homecoming victory illustrates dramatic Blue Darter football improvementVinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2026
As Apopka Blue Darter football enters the final phase of the 2026 season, now is a good time to reflect on the tremendous progress since our…
Volunteers take part in a Jan. 24 workday at Apopka Birding Park. The habitat restoration effort is part of the organization's plans to develop the property for conservation, recreation and environmental education.  
Orange County approves $12 million allocation for Apopka Birding Park museum Teresa Sargeant
October 22, 2026
Funding for museum is part of larger county tourism plan.
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Maria Vazquez, right, speaks during a June news conference at the Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center in Orlando. From left are School Board members Angie Gallo and Vicki-Elaine Felder and School Board Chair Teresa Jacobs. The district’s impasse hearing over employee pay and health insurance has been postponed until Nov. 13.
OCPS pay, insurance impasse hearing postponed to Nov. 13 Teresa Sargeant
Delay follows district’s rejection of special magistrate’s recommendations.
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Police Beat: Apopka police arrest 30, issue 90 citations Oct. 11-17Sarah Merly
In the period from October 11-17, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,563 calls for service, responded to 27 crashes, issued 90 citations, and made 30…
The Apopka City Commission meets Oct. 7 at City Hall. Commissioners approved financing for West wastewater treatment plant planning and a phosphorus removal grant extension at their Wednesday meeting.
Apopka City Commission advances wastewater treatment projects Teresa Sargeant
October 22, 2026
West Plant planning gets $500,000; phosphorus study grant extended.
Commissioner Sam Ruth, pictured Oct. 7, initiated the discussion on Wednesday about revisiting Apopka’s discretionary funds policy.
Apopka City Commission to revisit discretionary funds resolution on Nov. 4 Teresa Sargeant
October 22, 2026
Resolution No. 2025-34 discussion follows music festival controversy.
Apopka native and Country Music Hall of Famer John Anderson died Wednesday at age 71. 
Apopka native, country legend John Anderson dies at 71 Teresa Sargeant
October 22, 2026
Hall of Famer’s career included five No. 1 hits and enduring hometown ties.
Delivering power and rotation, William Warren sends the ball tracking straight toward the pocket.
Wekiva bowler Warren falls one spot short of stateVinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2026
Mustangs finish outside the top four as junior standout delivers a 247 game
Taylor Blaszak torques her body for a powerful roll up the lane.
Apopka falls just short of advancing through district tournamentVinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2026
Girls qualify for semifinals while boys fall by one spot.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: An election should be a race, not a Demolition DerbySarah Merly
October 21, 2026
Would Alexander Hamilton or Thomas Jefferson have had more Facebook friends?   They disagreed bitterly about almost everything that has to do with running a country, but…