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The Development Review Committee reviewed site plans such as this one for a proposed 109-unit subdivision at 1920 Sheeler Ave.
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DRC reviews proposed 109-lot Sheeler Avenue subdivision 
Teresa Sargeant
May 20, 2026
Maroon and Gold Mustangs go head to head in intrasquad spring game.
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Wekiva football full speed ahead under new staff
Vinnie Cammarano
May 20, 2026
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Police Beat: APD issues 75 citations May 10-16
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
May 20, 2026
Dekarius Carswell receives his scholarship certificate.
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Lake Apopka Natural Gas awards $3K scholarships to 4 local seniors
Sarah Merly
May 20, 2026
Melissa Byrd
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OP-ED: Multiple factors prompt targeted rezoning
The Apopka Chief
May 20, 2026

Local Living

Tacos
Local Living
Easy Memorial Day recipes you won’t forget
Nancy Thomas
May 19, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Lake levels remain very low even after rain
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2026
Roasted carrots
Local Living
Taking the pressure off evening meals
Nancy Thomas
May 12, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Don’t run aground getting to those fish!
The Apopka Chief
May 5, 2026
Biscuits
Local Living
Happy Mother’s Day to all you Moms out there!
Nancy Thomas
May 5, 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

Maroon and Gold Mustangs go head to head in intrasquad spring game.
Sports
Wekiva football full speed ahead under new staff
Vinnie Cammarano
May 20, 2026
Coach Shay Engel and Jazzmin Gonzalez at the Florida Special Olympics.
Sports
Piedmont Lakes stacks gold at Special Olympics
Vinnie Cammarano
May 19, 2026
Jez Hamrick puts the bat on the ball in for team Orange County in the Cure All-Star game.
Sports
Apopka’s Scott Garland wins coach of the year
Vinnie Cammarano
May 19, 2026
Kentral Baker gets pumped up after smashing the Tavares Quarterback into the dirt.
Sports
Apopka defense shuts down Tavares in scoreless tie
Vinnie Cammarano
May 16, 2026
Nyzier Collington snags a full-extension, leaping one-handed catch.
Sports
Apopka football opens season with Blue and White game
Vinnie Cammarano
May 12, 2026

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The Development Review Committee reviewed site plans such as this one for a proposed 109-unit subdivision at 1920 Sheeler Ave.
DRC reviews proposed 109-lot Sheeler Avenue subdivision Teresa Sargeant
May 20, 2026
Committee discusses infrastructure, stormwater and roadway tied to proposal.
Maroon and Gold Mustangs go head to head in intrasquad spring game.
Wekiva football full speed ahead under new staffVinnie Cammarano
May 20, 2026
Coach Watts praises team ahead of Spring Jamboree.
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Police Beat: APD issues 75 citations May 10-16The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from May 10-16 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,543 calls for service, responded to 28 crashes, issued 75 citations, and made 21 arrests.
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Multiple factors prompt targeted rezoningThe Apopka Chief
May 20, 2026
As we have discussed the budget landscape over the last few weeks, we mainly focused on the operational budget. This week, I’d like to discuss the school district capital…
Mary Block (left) and former student April Ware (right) pose for a picture.
Apopka teacher retiring after 37 yearsSarah Merly
May 19, 2026
Community retirement party set for May 28
Jez Hamrick puts the bat on the ball in for team Orange County in the Cure All-Star game.
Apopka’s Scott Garland wins coach of the yearVinnie Cammarano
May 19, 2026
Garland coaches six Darters at all-star game
Targeted rezoning will affect Kelly Park School, one of a handful of Apopka area schools.
OCPS approves targeted rezoning affecting Apopka-area schools Teresa Sargeant
May 19, 2026
Byrd says targeted changes clean up split neighborhoods.
Tacos
Easy Memorial Day recipes you won’t forgetNancy Thomas
May 19, 2026
Even as we remember that this is a somber day set aside for honoring our fallen brothers and sisters, mothers and fathers, sons and daughters; friends all… who made the ultimate sacrifice in honor of our…
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