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Commissioner Christine Moore
Featured News
OP-ED: Orange County offers range of housing support programs
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 30, 2025
Derrel Dossett Jr. and Zellwood Station resident Larry Hoistion pose with the Marines who picked up last year's donations.
Featured News
Zellwood Station hosts 7th annual Christmas toy drive
Sarah Merly
October 30, 2025
Michelle Martin started talking with her husband about opening a music studio outside of their home in January.
Featured News
Grace Notes Apopka opens in Victoria Plaza
Sarah Merly
October 29, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson
Featured News
OP-ED: McKinley leaving stronger APD in good hands
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 29, 2025
Dozens of students arrived around lunchtime Monday morning to try the simulator in the parking lot next to the Wekiva High School football stadium.
Featured News
Air Force brings simulator to Wekiva High School
Sarah Merly
October 28, 2025

Local Living

Jim Keck
Local Living
Fishin’ is pickin’ up in our area as weather cools
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
Shrimp Rice
Local Living
From the coast to the kitchen: shrimp, squash and pumpkin treats
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
Celebrate Porktoberfest at Sonny's with BBQ pork egg rolls, the loaded BBQ potato and more.
Local Living
Apopka residents vote for top 4 barbecue spots in city
Sarah Merly
October 22, 2025
Jim Keck
Local Living
Cooler weather makes a great day for fishin’
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 16, 2025
Baked pasta dish
Local Living
Warm, comforting, and a touch nostalgic — a taste of Southern comfort
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 16, 2025

Business

Waters CarWash will honor veterans with free car washes from Nov. 9 to 11.
Business
Waters CarWash Apopka to offer free car washes for veterans, active-duty military
Sarah Merly
October 24, 2025
Celebrate Porktoberfest at Sonny's with BBQ pork egg rolls, the loaded BBQ potato and more.
Business
Apopka residents vote for top 4 barbecue spots in city
Sarah Merly
October 22, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson, Dr. Uriel Pont and other guests cut the ribbon for the new VIPCare location.
Business
VIPcare opens in Apopka
Sarah Merly
October 20, 2025
Laurie Williamson and Garfield Williamson took over what was formerly Park Avenue Pizza on July 1.
Business
Paradise Jamaican Restaurant and Pizza opens in Apopka
Sarah Merly
October 17, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson, Dr. Michael Wangia and Morgan Wangia cut the ribbon.
Business
Florida Institute of Dermatology hosts ribbon cutting for Apopka location
Sarah Merly
October 3, 2025

Government & Politics

Sports

Group photo at the Halloween Hoops Camp
Sports
A fun night at the Halloween Hoops Basketball Camp
Vinnie Cammarano
October 27, 2025
Mustangs getting refreshed at the break.
Sports
Wekiva grabs early lead, falls to Lake Howell
Neal Fisher
October 27, 2025
Blue Darters run out of the tunnel for homecoming night
Sports
Apopka shows growth in loss to Madison County
Vinnie Cammarano
October 25, 2025
William Warren in action, finishes first in the tournament
Sports
Wekiva bowling battles in district play
Vinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025
Apopka Girls Bowling with runner up trophy
Sports
Apopka boys, girls both advance in district bowling tournament
Vinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025

More News

The Apopka Woman’s Club’s “Lilo and Stitch” themed booth was awarded Best Decorated Booth at this year’s annual Apopka Halloween in the Park event on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Over 50 groups joined in Halloween in the Park The Apopka Chief
October 30, 2025
The annual tradition of the  Apopka Parks and Recreation Department’s Halloween in the Park event was one of the biggest in city history on Saturday, Oct. 25 at Kit Land Nelson Park. …
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: Orange County offers range of housing support programsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Orange County Homelessness Division launched numerous new initiatives this budget year. New initiatives include case management training, First Step Staffing, Homeless Diversion Center, Transitional Housing Program,…
Michelle Martin started talking with her husband about opening a music studio outside of their home in January.
Grace Notes Apopka opens in Victoria PlazaSarah Merly
October 29, 2025
Music studio offers lessons for all ages
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: McKinley leaving stronger APD in good handsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
With November starting Saturday and Chief Lovetta Quinn-Henry starting her new role as Apopka Chief of Police, I would like to share some of Chief McKinley’s…
Dozens of students arrived around lunchtime Monday morning to try the simulator in the parking lot next to the Wekiva High School football stadium.
Air Force brings simulator to Wekiva High SchoolSarah Merly
October 28, 2025
Four-part simulator welcomed high schoolers Oct. 27
Brick building with multiple windows and columns and works "Apopka City Hall" on the front.
Vietnam vet to be honored with ceremonial banner in front of City Hall The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Forty banners will be displayed across the city to commemorate its veterans, including one ceremonial banner to be placed before Apopka City Hall to honor local veteran Marv Suriff, who served in the Vietnam War.  The ceremonial first banner placement ceremony…
Families, city officials and other community residents celebrate the new all-inclusive playground at the Northwest Recreation Complex with an Oct. 24 ribbon cutting.
Families embrace new all-inclusive playground at Northwest Recreation Complex Teresa Sargeant
October 28, 2025
The all-inclusive playground at the Northwest Recreation Complex has been well-received by Apopka families, who are enjoying the newest addition to the local community for its…
Group photo at the Halloween Hoops Camp
A fun night at the Halloween Hoops Basketball CampVinnie Cammarano
October 27, 2025
Coach Mark Washington guides the youth for their upcoming seasons.
Mustangs getting refreshed at the break.
Wekiva grabs early lead, falls to Lake HowellNeal Fisher
October 27, 2025
The Wekiva Mustangs played a competitive first half of football, but the Lake Howell Silver Hawks pulled away in the final two quarters for a 50-6…
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