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Apopka Planning Commissioner David Woods, left, speaks during a Tuesday workshop on open space, tree preservation and data centers. From center to right are commissioners Malika Harrison, Robert Ryan and Eric Mock.
Featured News
Apopka Planning Commission approves Chandler Road childcare permit  
Teresa Sargeant
November 11, 2026
Retired Army Col. Loretta Forlaw, who served as a nurse in Vietnam, speaks about women’s military service during Apopka’s Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the new Kit Land Nelson Park gazebo.
Featured News
Vietnam War nurse highlights women’s service at Apopka Veterans Day ceremony
Teresa Sargeant
November 11, 2026
Tractor Supply Apopka representatives grant the Apopka Police Department a check.
Featured News
Tractor Supply Co. Apopka donates $250 to Apopka Police Department
Sarah Merly
November 11, 2026
Lake Apopka as pictured from the Lake Apopka Loop Trail in April 2025.
Featured News
Orange Audubon to host North Shore Birding Festival at Lake Apopka in December 
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 11, 2026
A dual-branded Applebee's/IHOP restaurant features dining areas representing both chains. Florida's first dual-branded location is expected to open in Apopka in December.
Featured News
Florida’s first dual-branded Applebee’s/IHOP to open in Apopka in December 
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
November 11, 2026


Local Living

Veterans Day table setting
Local Living
Who knows what language we would be speaking without our U.S. veterans?
Nancy Thomas
November 6, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Our prayers for rain were answered!
The Apopka Chief
November 6, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
To catch fish at first light, use topwater bait along shoreline grass 
The Apopka Chief
October 29, 2026
Sliders
Local Living
Gee whiz! It’s almost Halloween… let’s have sliders to celebrate!
Nancy Thomas
October 29, 2026
A chicken and rice dish
Local Living
Ready for a one-pot meal that originated in West Africa?
Sarah Merly
October 23, 2026


Business

Tractor Supply Apopka representatives grant the Apopka Police Department a check.
Business
Tractor Supply Co. Apopka donates $250 to Apopka Police Department
Sarah Merly
November 11, 2026
The Aspen Dental Apopka team smiles in front of the office, located at 1500 W. Orange Blossom Trail.
Business
Aspen Dental to offer free dental care for veterans on Nov. 7
Sarah Merly
October 23, 2026
Associates in Dermatology’s Apopka office at 531 Wekiva Commons Circle is shown Wednesday, Sept. 30. The dermatology practice has settled a lawsuit alleging its website collected and transmitted visitors’ online data without their consent.
Business
Apopka dermatology practice ensnared amid rash of website lawsuits 
Teresa Sargeant
October 6, 2026
Don Patrón is located at 34 E. Main St.
Business
Don Patrón to introduce nightlife to downtown Apopka 
Sarah Merly
October 1, 2026
The IHOP restaurant on U.S. Highway 441 in Apopka is expected to temporarily close beginning Oct. 4 for renovations.
Business
Apopka IHOP to close temporarily for renovations  
Teresa Sargeant
September 25, 2026


Government & Politics

Sports

Croix Nelthropp dribbles the ball up the court.
Sports
Central Florida Prep opens basketball history in inaugural game
Vinnie Cammarano
November 5, 2026
Marcus Young superman dives on the loose football and recovers it in enemy territory.
Sports
Apopka dismantles Timber Creek 49-14
Vinnie Cammarano
November 4, 2026
Keira Druck dives in the water for her 500-yard freestyle race.
Sports
Local swimmers compete in the FHSAA regional meet
Vinnie Cammarano
November 3, 2026
Ayden Lowman gets hit out of bounds while attempting to dive for the end zone.
Sports
Apopka 12U falls in Mid-Florida championship
Vinnie Cammarano
November 3, 2026
Blue Darter and Mustang lines face off.
Sports
Apopka shuts out Wekiva for fourth straight Mayor’s Cup victory
Vinnie Cammarano
October 31, 2026

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Apopka Planning Commissioner David Woods, left, speaks during a Tuesday workshop on open space, tree preservation and data centers. From center to right are commissioners Malika Harrison, Robert Ryan and Eric Mock.
Apopka Planning Commission approves Chandler Road childcare permit  Teresa Sargeant
November 11, 2026
Separate workshop addresses open space, trees and data centers.
Retired Army Col. Loretta Forlaw, who served as a nurse in Vietnam, speaks about women’s military service during Apopka’s Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 at the new Kit Land Nelson Park gazebo.
Vietnam War nurse highlights women’s service at Apopka Veterans Day ceremonyTeresa Sargeant
November 11, 2026
Retired colonel recalls the toll of caring for dying soldiers.
Then-Apopka City Commissioner Nick Nesta, left, and then-Mayor Bryan Nelson, second from right, attend the Jan. 21 City Council meeting. The Florida Commission on Ethics dismissed separate complaints against both men on Oct. 23.
Florida ethics panel dismisses complaints against Nesta and Nelson Teresa Sargeant
November 10, 2026
Resident alleged retaliation, release of surveillance images.
Apopka City Commission members and four newly ratified department directors pose for a photo following the commission's unanimous approval of the appointments Friday at City Hall. The directors are, from fourth left, Robert Hippler, information technology; Cynthia Edwards, parks and recreation; Zandra Balkcom, human resources; and Marcel Lee, chief financial officer.
Apopka City Commission unanimously ratifies 4 department directorsTeresa Sargeant
November 6, 2026
Commissioners question new CFO's qualifications, discuss Amendment 3's financial impact
Mayor Nick Nesta
OP-ED: Leadership means taking responsibilityThe Apopka Chief
November 6, 2026
For years, Apopka residents were told the city had hired the best and that things were under control. But deferred maintenance, stalled projects, and aging roads…
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