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Trust names Bill Arrowsmith Apopka’s Humanitarian of YearTeresa Sargeant
3 Apopka teens killed Sunday in single-vehicle crashSarah Merly
Driver and two remaining passengers sustain serious injuries
Nelson address highlights improvements, 96% debt reduction in State of the CityTeresa Sargeant
Budget frees up funds for capital improvements.
Holiday History: Veterans Day has roots in World War IThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
According to the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, there are more than 1.37 million veterans in Florida. That’s the second-highest total of any U.S. state – and it provides plenty…
New entries in Christmas Parade include churches, AdventHealth Teresa Sargeant
Former county commissioner Tom Dorman to serve as grand marshal.
Area events offer opportunities to celebrate veterans Sarah Merly
Honor nation’s heroes with community this November.
The full moon brings a great time for fishin’The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Wow! That’s all I can say about this time of year! I just LOVE this time of the year, and I believe the fish love it, too!
Meals made with gratitude and a dash of traditionThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Next Tuesday, November 11, is Veterans Day. This day honors ALL U.S. military veterans. And because many of our vets just happen to have nostalgic memories of a…
OP-ED: Scholastic Academies offer students choicesThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
As a follow-up to last week’s column on the vast magnet options available to Orange County Public Schools students, I am thrilled to introduce a new educational…
Demings officially announces gubernatorial run Teresa Sargeant
It’s official: Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings has announced his campaign for governor of Florida, running on a platform of confronting rising costs, bringing back responsible leadership, unifying Floridians and improving…
City Council restarts South Apopka annexation process, votes to reissue RFP for feasibility study Teresa Sargeant
The Apopka City Council voted 5-0 Wednesday to restart the process for a South Apopka annexation feasibility study by reissuing a Request for Proposal (RFP), with the goal of putting…
OP-ED: Apopka lowers property tax rate as state prepares to debate reformThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
This week, property tax notices have hit your mailboxes detailing what you owe for the 2025-2026 year for the specified property.
Police Beat: APD arrests 26 Oct. 26-Nov. 1The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from October 26-November 1, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,554 calls for service, responded to 46 crashes, issued 42 citations, and made 17 arrests.
Apopka soccer season underwayVinnie Cammarano
The Apopka soccer program begins a new chapter this winter, with both the boys and girls teams entering the season eager to prove themselves and build on last year’s growth. …
Groups step up to assist SNAP recipients amid government shutdown Teresa Sargeant
State has 3 million SNAP recipients, almost 13% of population.
OP-ED: Book provides roadmap for citiesThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
As a lifelong learner, I’m reading for the second time Richard Florida’s book, “Who’s Your City?” If you aren’t familiar with Florida, he is a prominent urban theorist, author, and professor. He is…
Wekiva High School launches relief effort for Jamaica Teresa Sargeant
This week, the leadership team at Wekiva High School (WHS) has launched a community effort to bring relief to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa slammed the Caribbean country. The leadership team began planning the relief…
Orange County Mayor Demings files to run for Florida governor Teresa Sargeant
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings has filed to run for governor in the 2026 general election, according to state Division of Elections records. The Democrat, who…
Apopka Pop Warner continues championship reignVinnie Cammarano
13U beats Edgewater for second straight Mid-Florida Championship
Apopka, Wekiva bowling seasons end in state qualifiersVinnie Cammarano
Will Warren just 28 pins shy of qualifying to round of 16
Apopka Blue Darters fly high in battle for Mayor’s CupVinnie Cammarano
Apopka triggers running clock after Kemp’s punt return touchdown
Vietnam veteran honored with ceremonial banner at Apopka City Hall Teresa Sargeant
The newest Hometown Heroes banner is mounted right in front of Apopka City Hall on Main Street, and it bears the name of Marv Suriff, a…
Orange County pulls resources together to help SNAP recipients Teresa Sargeant
Orange County is pulling resources together to help the 175,000 Orange County residents who would be impacted by the potential suspension of SNAP benefits in light of the federal government shutdown. Orange…