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Austin Furgala watches the outfielder chase the ball while he rounds second base in the second inning.
Featured News
Little Leaguers close summer with hit parade
Vinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026
Former Commissioner Alexander H. Smith, pictured here at the March 18 City Commission meeting, urged the Commission on Wednesday to move forward with the South Apopka feasibility study, arguing that residents deserve the information it would provide.  
Featured News
City votes 5-0 to advance South Apopka annexation study  
Teresa Sargeant
June 18, 2026
Mayor Nick Nesta
Featured News
OP-ED: City managing growth to protect quality of life
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2026
Kai Goodling puts the ball on the money for Jakyvion Kemp up the sideline.
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Apopka’s passing game shows growth in 7-on-7s at DeLand
Vinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026
Hope CommUnity Center will host the forum at 800 S. Hawthorne Ave.
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Hope CommUnity Center to host Orange County candidate forum
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
June 18, 2026


Local Living

Stuffed peppers
Local Living
Recipes to make your soul sing
Nancy Thomas
June 12, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Panfishin is on fire in most of our lakes 
The Apopka Chief
June 11, 2026
Creamy Southern Mac n' Cheese
Local Living
Double Down on this Delicious Corn Dish 
Nancy Thomas
June 4, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Bass fishin’ after shellcracker season
The Apopka Chief
June 3, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Bass schooling like crazy as temperatures warm
The Apopka Chief
May 27, 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

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
Kai Goodling puts the ball on the money for Jakyvion Kemp up the sideline.
Sports
Apopka’s passing game shows growth in 7-on-7s at DeLand
Vinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026
Wekiva Mustangs celebrate Jaylyn Noel's first interception of the evening.
Sports
Wekiva shows progress at UCF 7-on-7 tournament 
Vinnie Cammarano
June 17, 2026
Blue Darter Athletes on 2026 Spring Signing Day
Sports
Apopka’s 2025-26 sports year brought many highlights 
Vinnie Cammarano
June 11, 2026
Tanner Adams tosses his bat to the dugout after working a walk in the first inning.
Sports
Apopka Little League’s Littlest All-Stars start tournament
Vinnie Cammarano
June 11, 2026

More News

Former Commissioner Alexander H. Smith, pictured here at the March 18 City Commission meeting, urged the Commission on Wednesday to move forward with the South Apopka feasibility study, arguing that residents deserve the information it would provide.  
City votes 5-0 to advance South Apopka annexation study  Teresa Sargeant
June 18, 2026
Study revives decades-long debate over services, taxes, community identity.
Mayor Nick Nesta
OP-ED: City managing growth to protect quality of lifeThe Apopka Chief
June 18, 2026
Whether you're commuting to work, taking your children to school, or heading out to enjoy one of our local businesses, everyone has experienced the effects of our city's…
Kai Goodling puts the ball on the money for Jakyvion Kemp up the sideline.
Apopka’s passing game shows growth in 7-on-7s at DeLandVinnie Cammarano
June 18, 2026
Quarterbacks McNenney and Goodling develop chemistry with receiving corps.
Wekiva Mustangs celebrate Jaylyn Noel's first interception of the evening.
Wekiva shows progress at UCF 7-on-7 tournament Vinnie Cammarano
June 17, 2026
Mustangs show chemistry on offense and leadership on defense
Commissioner Nadia Anderson, former Mayor Bryan Nelson and plaintiff William J. McLeod (L to R)
Anderson, Nelson deposed in residency lawsuit Teresa Sargeant
June 17, 2026
Attorneys say case now moves toward possible trial.
From left to right: legal clerk Lesbia Toruño, Mainstreet Daily News community partnership manager Janalyn Peppel, and Joey Ricketson pose for the camera.
Longtime Chief staffer dies of liver cancerSarah Merly
June 17, 2026
Joseph Ricketson, former publisher’s son, served for 25 years
Surrounded by birthday decorations and cupcakes arranged to spell “105,” Deaconess Jennell Payne Simmons, center, celebrates her 105th birthday June 12 at Solaris Healthcare Apopka. 
Jennell Payne Simmons celebrates 105th birthday The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
Apopka resident honored for decades of service as a foster grandparent, crossing guard and church leader.
Reverend Gerard Moss of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church delivers the eulogy for Specialist Mariyah Collington.
Apopka gathers to honor fallen soldierSarah Merly
June 17, 2026
Mariyah Collington was a member of St. Paul AME in Apopka.
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