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Party like it's 1776 as America turns 250!
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Let freedom ring in Central Florida’s Independence Day celebrations
Sarah Merly
June 26, 2026
From left to right: registrar Ethel Tarver, treasurer Rose Morris, Betty Baker, Gladys Bell, Margaret Rolle, Luevada Williams and Betty Gainey.
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Z.A.P.T. ceremony awards scholarships to 32 area students
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
June 26, 2026
Representative Doug Bankson
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OP-ED: Know before you vote: Property tax constitutional amendment
The Apopka Chief
June 26, 2026
The gymnasium inside Central Florida Preparatory School's Robert A. Flanders Athletic and Performing Arts Center remains under construction ahead of the facility's planned opening for the 2026-27 school year. 
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Central Florida Prep prepares to open 24,000-square-foot athletic and performing arts center 
Teresa Sargeant
June 26, 2026
Cold-Link Logistics, located at 2560 W. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka, is seeking approval to expand its existing cold-storage operation with a proposed 168,180-square-foot building. 
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DRC forwards Cold-Link Logistics expansion plans to Planning Commission 
Teresa Sargeant
June 25, 2026


Local Living

Ice cream
Local Living
Everybody’s favorite for summer: peach ice cream
Nancy Thomas
June 23, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Lakes and rivers low at start of summer
The Apopka Chief
June 23, 2026
Baked beans
Local Living
Hooray for Dad… six out of ten adult men in the USA are fathers
Nancy Thomas
June 18, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
For a variety of fish, cast off the seawall
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2026
Stuffed peppers
Local Living
Recipes to make your soul sing
Nancy Thomas
June 12, 2026


Business

A jury trial has been scheduled for February 2028 in a lawsuit that Just Like Momma’s (pictured) restaurant owner Valerie Sparkman filed against the city, alleging a code enforcement violation.  
Business
Trial for restaurant lawsuit set for February 2028  
Teresa Sargeant
May 8, 2026
Business
Business community celebrates ‘Women in Leadership’ with event 
Teresa Sargeant
May 6, 2026
The Bloom Lounge opened with a ribbon-cutting event that drew about 600 people at its new location, the Wekiva Riverwalk, on Sunday, building on the legacy of the Apopka Florist, which had operated on Main Street for about 50 years.
Business
Bloom Lounge opens with ribbon cutting, block party 
Teresa Sargeant
May 5, 2026
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson (center) cuts the ribbon at Lake Carter Exchange during a ceremony April 23 at the mixed-use development on Ocoee-Apopka Road and West Keene Road. Developers and business leaders joined the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce for the event.
Business
Lake Carter Exchange opens with mix of retail, medical uses in Apopka 
Teresa Sargeant
April 24, 2026
The Parkinson's Initiative includes group exercise sessions that aim to improve movement.
Business
AdventHealth University to launch Parkinson’s program in Apopka
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
April 20, 2026


Government & Politics

Sports

Amar'e Wilson dribbles past his defender for a drive to the rack.
Sports
Apopka basketball builds chemistry at Team Camp
Vinnie Cammarano
June 25, 2026
Eric Nichols dribbles at the wing as he looks for an open man in front of coach Lubin.
Sports
Wekiva Basketball shows out at Buffalo Team Camp 
Vinnie Cammarano
June 24, 2026
Jordan Childs steps through the mound and winds back a pitch.
Sports
Apopka Major All-Stars fight through finish in final game
Vinnie Cammarano
June 23, 2026
Wekiva basketball and flag football athletes sign their letters of intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level
Sports
Wekiva’s 2025-26 sports year is one to remember 
Vinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026
Austin Furgala watches the outfielder chase the ball while he rounds second base in the second inning.
Sports
Little Leaguers close summer with hit parade
Vinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026

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Representative Doug Bankson
OP-ED: Know before you vote: Property tax constitutional amendmentThe Apopka Chief
June 26, 2026
In the midst of summer, not only have the temperatures increased, but also the happenings of the 2026 campaign season. As I alluded to in my last…
The gymnasium inside Central Florida Preparatory School's Robert A. Flanders Athletic and Performing Arts Center remains under construction ahead of the facility's planned opening for the 2026-27 school year. 
Central Florida Prep prepares to open 24,000-square-foot athletic and performing arts center Teresa Sargeant
June 26, 2026
New facility will house athletics, performing arts and additional classroom space.
Cold-Link Logistics, located at 2560 W. Orange Blossom Trail in Apopka, is seeking approval to expand its existing cold-storage operation with a proposed 168,180-square-foot building. 
DRC forwards Cold-Link Logistics expansion plans to Planning Commission Teresa Sargeant
June 25, 2026
Proposal calls for construction of 168,180-square-foot expansion.
Othellus Swift, the 2026 Pillar of the Community Award recipient, rides in the June 20 Apopka Juneteenth Parade. Organizers recognized Swift for his longstanding service to the community.
Apopka marks Juneteenth with parade, community festival Teresa Sargeant
June 25, 2026
Othellus Swift receives 2026 Pillar of the Community Award.
Mayor Nick Nesta
OP-ED: Apopka enters new era of communication, accountabilityThe Apopka Chief
June 25, 2026
Government works best when citizens are informed. Too often, people only hear about city government when there is a problem or controversy. My administration is committed to…
Eric Nichols dribbles at the wing as he looks for an open man in front of coach Lubin.
Wekiva Basketball shows out at Buffalo Team Camp Vinnie Cammarano
June 24, 2026
Mustangs reach semifinals, finish weekend 6-1.
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