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OP-ED: City completes new strategic planThe Apopka Chief
Candidates make final push amid early voting surge Teresa Sargeant
Debate, endorsements, political alliances shape race.
Shellcrackers bite big in Lake KissimmeeThe Apopka Chief
We’re finally gettin’ some rain this week, and I just want to thank all of you for your prayers. The rain will not only help our lakes, but…
Apopka falls in extra-inning thriller to The First Academy Vinnie Cammarano
Collin Van Fleet and JD Edge make highlight plays
Quest teaches culinary skills to Apopka special needs communitySarah Merly
Participants created desserts from around the world
Dumplings, casserole and a table full of comfortNancy Thomas
We have a lovely (and simple to follow) recipe for chicken and dumplings from a blog named The Novice Chef Blog. I quote, “This Southern Homemade Chicken and Dumplings…
Police Beat: APD issues 127 citations March 29-April 4The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from March 29-April 4, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,585 calls for service, responded to 47 crashes, issued 127 citations, and made 29 arrests.
OP-ED: The Moon seemed a lot closer before we could get thereThe Apopka Chief
When Apollo 8 circled the Moon in 1968, it was a big deal, as it is this time with Artemis. Sending humans that far out into space is an incredible achievement, the sort…
Wekiva water polo splashes into district tournamentVinnie Cammarano
Boys late rally against Bishop Moore falls short
Renewal Church partners with Rolling Hills Community Church at new locationSarah Merly
Churches to merge in December 2027
Rock Springs Elementary to launch STEAM program next school yearSarah Merly
Applications opened April 1
Community businesses to honor area teacher with prize packageThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Winner announced during Teacher Appreciation Week
Orlando Health physician joins race for House District 39Sarah Merly
Jarod Fox to challenge incumbent Doug Bankson
OP-ED: OCPS juggling many building projectsThe Apopka Chief
As I have shared before, keeping up with maintenance on more than 220 buildings is a big job. I think OCPS does a pretty good job of doing it. Thanks…
Apopka native serves with Seabees in U.S. NavyThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Madison Herrera stationed in Gulfport, Mississippi
Community rallies around Apopka family after 4-year-old’s death Teresa Sargeant
Vigil, fundraiser draw support following fatal driveway crash.
Apopka advances policies for Planning Commission, CRA appointments Teresa Sargeant
Officials seek consistency as residents question timing, enforcement.
Wekiva honors flag football seniorsVinnie Cammarano
Senior night at Wekiva brought emotion and resilience to Mustang field, as the school honored nine seniors before falling to Lake Brantley, 19-6, Thursday night. Despite the loss, head coach Alex Vazquez praised the girls for…
City weighs Live Local appeal over disputed ‘intent’ Teresa Sargeant
State law does not clearly define ‘notice of intent’.
OP-ED: Pending e-bike law aims to boost safetyThe Apopka Chief
Over the last few decades, the biking industry has seen a rise in the use of electric bicycles (also referred to as e-bikes). In the Central Florida…
Fish continue to bite, despite lack of rainThe Apopka Chief
Folks, we really need rain, so keep those prayers goin' for two to three more inches of rain. The fishin' is still doin' real good in most of the lakes and rivers in our area, and the shellcrackers should start bitin' real soon.
OP-ED: City meets water meter reading goalThe Apopka Chief
As we close out March of 2026, I would like to take this column to thank all the men and women who helped to achieve our…
Commissioner Anderson recuses herself from Apopka canvassing boardSarah Merly
Withdrawal follows Anderson’s endorsement of Christine Moore