The fishin’ is still pretty doggone good right now, and folks are catchin’ lots of shellcrackers around the pads in Lake Kissimmee east of Lake Wales.

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Happy Mother’s Day to all you Moms out there!Nancy Thomas
According to Historycooperative.org, the inaugural Mother’s Day was initiated on May 10, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, by Anna Jarvis after the death of her mother. Anna was…
Apopka schools may be liable for allegedly fraudulent funds Teresa Sargeant
$75K-plus went to Dream Lake Elementary, Apopka High programs.
Apopka, Wekiva high schools announce 2026 Super ScholarsSarah Merly
Area high schools produce 88 Super Scholars this year
OP-ED: OCPS making hard health coverage callsThe Apopka Chief
Health insurance costs are out of our control nationwide, and the price of insurance is skyrocketing for everyone. For instance, just last year, insurance companies requested a…
Bloom Lounge opens with ribbon cutting, block party Teresa Sargeant
New site offers expanded concept of floral services, café, creative workspace.
Habitat Seminole-Apopka recognizes volunteers advancing housing efforts The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Awards highlight contributions supporting affordable homeownership.
Apopka Art and Foliage Festival proceeds fund scholarships, local nonprofits Teresa Sargeant
Event channels weekend turnout into year-round community support.
















