School starts next week, but there’s already plenty of talk about grades. The districts and the schools got their report cards earlier in the summer. 

It’s here! The new school year is upon us, and the first day is this coming Monday. Hopefully, everyone was able to attend the Meet the Teacher…

The grand opening of Fire Station 6’s permanent location included a hose uncoupling ceremony, a tradition held at fires station grand openings in lieu of a…

Apopka landmark selling produce until property sale

Family-owned restaurant brings Latin American food to Apopka

The City Council approved a unique non-profit grant program to support our local non-profit organizations providing services to our community with a focus on our youth,…

The city of Apopka doesn’t have a formal methodology for calculating commissioners’ compensation, but the Apopka City Council is hoping to establish a formal policy to…

Hello Folks, Welcome to August. This month is National Fishing Month. August is one month from gettin’ us closer to some cooler days. It’s been a…

Emily Meggett’s Okra Soup calls for an optional half-pound of small shrimp, and she serves it  over white rice. This recipe calls for Nature’s Seasons, which…

The Apopka City Council voted 4-1 on adopting a resolution standardizing meeting minutes for consistency and accuracy, with Commissioner Nick Nesta in opposition. At the Wednesday…

Beginning tomorrow, Friday, Aug. 8, the St. Johns River Water Management District will temporarily close portions of the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on select dates in…

The Apopka City Council unanimously greenlit annexing 39 acres for Paulucci Acres, a proposed mixed-use development that will include 1,000 single-family residences and townhomes as well…

Just one week away from the start of the fall high school football season and both of Apopka's hometown teams, the Apopka Blue Darters and the…

Many fertilizers contain nitrogen and phosphorus, also known as nutrients. However, pollution from the use of these nutrients harms our natural waterbodies – springs, lakes and…

The St. Johns River Water Management District’s (SJRWMD) Blue School Grant Program is awarding up to $60,000 this 2025-26 school year to support hands-on, water-focused STEM…

The Florida Department of Commerce turned down Orange County’s 25-year comprehensive plan, saying the plan conflicts with a newly passed state law regarding emergency management and…

The Apopka High School girls volleyball program held fall tryouts last week and made selections for its freshman, junior varsity and varsity teams.    Coaches Brian Mater…

The Apopka High School administration and athletic department told The Apopka Chief this week that they are days away from announcing the hiring of a new…

Attorney Matthew Aungst announced Monday his campaign for Apopka mayor, becoming the third candidate join the race after Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore and…

Apopka Blue Darter alum Roger Williams to facilitate discussion

State AG warns of mayor, commissioners’ removal if not signed   Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings signed an updated agreement with the U.S. Immigration and…

It’s hard to believe it, but it’s almost time to start another school year! The 2025-26 school year is right around the corner, with teachers starting back…

I have been writing about the Strong Towns Approach to community building. I will be in a cohort this fall with the organization’s president Chuck Marohn.…

As mayor and a lifelong resident, I am proud to announce that the Apopka Fire Department has achieved an ISO score of One, also known as…

Apopka officer’s current starting salary is $63,736.81  Five officers were sworn in on July 29 at Apopka City Hall council chamber.   Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley…