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Khai Orr blows by the on-ball defender
Wekiva boys go down in overtime thriller against Timber CreekVinnie Cammarano
December 2, 2025
The Wekiva boys basketball team’s undefeated start came to a dramatic end Tuesday night, as Timber Creek escaped Mustang Arena with a 73-71 overtime win in…
The committee for the West Seminole Council poses at Bahia Shrine, the council's chosen meeting venue.
Seminole County Chamber announces new Apopka councilSarah Merly
December 1, 2025
West Seminole Council to launch Feb. 2
Rafi Betancourt coming out for the starting lineup
Apopka blows past Davenport in Metro vs. Florida challengeVinnie Cammarano
December 1, 2025
Blue Darters defense leads team to 47-38 victory
Jake Vest
OP-ED: Some visions of sugar plums still dance in my headThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
There’s a lot I don’t miss about teaching, but if I had a chance to relive those weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas, I would do it…
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Remember to be grateful for blessingsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
There is so much to be thankful for. As for me, I’m thankful for so many things personally, but I’m also incredibly thankful to be a…
Thanksgiving dinner
Holiday History: St. Augustine hosted Thanksgiving in 1565The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The first North American Thanksgiving occurred in St. Augustine in 1565.
Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore is the first mayoral candidate to secure enough petitions.
Moore officially secures number of petitions to run for mayor Teresa Sargeant
November 26, 2025
She is the first candidate to complete this process.
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: Myriad Apopka parks upgrades underwayThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I would like to give you the latest updates on design and construction at our parks and recreation facilities across the city of Apopka. We have…
Louvens Saint Pierre commanding the offense during Wekiva's win over Lake Nona.
Wekiva boys basketball jumps out to 4-0 startVinnie Cammarano
November 26, 2025
Mustangs dominate Seabreeze, outhustle Lake Nona
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: Community cleanup cultivates solutionsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Earlier in November – with assistance from Clerk of Court Tiffany Moore Russell’s volunteers and the L.A.N.E.S. young ladies – we picked up trash at the…
Mike Gilland, host of The Mike Gilland Show, stands with Matthew's Hope president Shelley Bradford at the recording studio for the show.
Apopka Chief launches inaugural Light the Way Holiday DriveSarah Merly
November 26, 2025
Donations to benefit Loaves & Fishes and Matthew’s Hope
Police Beat: APD arrests 30 Nov. 16-Nov. 22The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from November 16-22, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,720 calls for service, responded to 28 crashes, issued 116 citations, and made 30…
Jim Keck
Look out for manatees movin’ to warmer watersThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and you got to eat all of your favorite foods and then some. There is nothin’ better than Thanksgiving…
An apple dessert
Classic dishes worth revisiting, from casserole to apple brown bettyThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
From Paths of Sunshine Cookbook, we found Royal Wild Rice Casserole. You can use canned mushrooms if you don’t have any fresh. They add a tip…
Stephie's Pub & Irish Eatery will offer a turkey dinner 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thanksgiving Day.
Apopka restaurants offer Thanksgiving specialsSarah Merly
November 26, 2025
Local businesses offer options for those wanting to relax Thanksgiving Day
Noah Ferrer drills the contested three point shot
Apopka falls on final shot against Winter ParkVinnie Cammarano
November 25, 2025
Blue Darters lose a back-and-forth battle, 42-40
David Bohran bends the free kick into the net
Mustang Boys Soccer on fire to start the seasonVinnie Cammarano
November 25, 2025
Wekiva starts the season 4-1-1 after comeback win
Middleton and the Mustangs all smiles after the win
Wekiva girls start basketball season 2-0Vinnie Cammarano
November 25, 2025
Mustangs dominate Boone one night after revenge win against Timber Creek.
Ty'Rance Cook calm in the pocket with a block from Antonio Rodriguez
Apopka’s 13U Pop Warner team falls short in title gameVinnie Cammarano
November 25, 2025
Blue Darters show heart in 39-27 loss to Westchase.
Traffic flows on U.S. Highway 441 in downtown Apopka.
Orange County transportation sales tax may return for 2026 vote Teresa Sargeant
November 25, 2025
County voters rejected $600M per year proposal in 2022.
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District finishes 7 of 8 pipeline projects in area Teresa Sargeant
November 24, 2025
Government shutdown delays update on $14M grant application.
Members of Orange Lodge No. 36 and IGAD, Inc. stand with teachers from Rock Springs Elementary after delivering sensory-support devices to five students identified as needing additional help. The donation is part of IGAD’s mission to support autistic children and families across central Florida.
5 Rock Springs Elementary students receive sensory support packagesSarah Merly
November 24, 2025
Orange Lodge No. 36, I Gave a Duck donate packages