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Police Beat: APD makes 25 arrests, responds to 43 crashes Aug. 16-22
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
August 26, 2026
Behind the scenes of the “Healthcare in the Community” mini-documentary production in Central Florida, Central Florida Jobs with Justice leader Eimear Roy, left, speaks with U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost during filming. The documentary will premiere Saturday, Aug. 29, as part of a screening and panel discussion on health care justice.
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Health care documentary, panel set for Saturday in Apopka 
Teresa Sargeant
August 26, 2026
James Pericola and Joe Strada
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Recount confirms Strada as GOP nominee for District 11 
Teresa Sargeant
August 26, 2026
Orange County District 2 Commissioner Michael “Mike” Crabb (L) takes the oath of office from Ninth Judicial Circuit Judge Andrew Bain (R) on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at the Orange County Administration Center. Crabb was sworn in shortly before taking his seat for his first Board of County Commissioners meeting.
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Crabb sworn in as Orange County’s District 2 commissioner 
Teresa Sargeant
August 25, 2026
Senior Isaiah Smith hits a ball from the rough onto the green.
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Apopka Golf swings into season
Vinnie Cammarano
August 25, 2026


Local Living

Fried fish and coleslaw
Local Living
You just can’t beat catfish, hushpuppies, and coleslaw
Nancy Thomas
August 26, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Shellcrackers are on the beds and a full moon to top it off
The Apopka Chief
August 26, 2026
A typical Steinhatchee River scene
Local Living
Florida Finds: Steinhatchee offers a place for sunsets, scalloping and slowing down
The Apopka Chief
August 21, 2026
Corn on the cob
Local Living
You can prepare sweet corn on the cob quickly and easily
Nancy Thomas
August 21, 2026
Nurse practitioner Windy Purtlebaugh speaks with an attendee at a recent talk she delivered on strokes and heat stroke.
Local Living
Aging Matters: Hot summer days are a problem for the elderly 
The Apopka Chief
August 21, 2026


Business

Dr. Adlai Green poses in the receptionist's office at Apopka Wellness Center.
Business
Apopka Wellness Center to close after 47 years
Sarah Merly
August 14, 2026
Dunkin' Donuts offers both hot and iced coffees.
Business
Dunkin’ Donuts to celebrate National Drive-Thru Day with giveaways
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
July 22, 2026
Azalea Veterinary Clinic is located at 2050 Plymouth Sorrento Road, Suite 100.
Business
Azalea Veterinary Clinic opens in Apopka
Sarah Merly
July 15, 2026
Waters Car Wash has 28 locations across Florida.
Business
Waters Car Wash to offer $2.50 sale to celebrate Independence Day
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
June 30, 2026
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


Government & Politics

Sports

Senior Isaiah Smith hits a ball from the rough onto the green.
Sports
Apopka Golf swings into season
Vinnie Cammarano
August 25, 2026
Apopka Blue Darters football team huddles before game against Boone.
Sports
Talkin’ Old School to host Apopka football Spirit Night at Frogger’s
Vinnie Cammarano
August 24, 2026
David Wemberly (23) and Kamron Medina (29) tackle a Boone ballcarrier in the second quarter of their week 1 matchup.
Sports
Apopka falls short to Boone, 21-14 
Vinnie Cammarano
August 22, 2026
Dominique Walker forces a fumble on the opening Cypress Creek drive of the game, sparking a dominant defensive performance for Wekiva in a blowout win Friday night.
Sports
Wekiva Mustangs trounce Cypress Creek, 52-0
Johnny Outing
August 22, 2026
Jalen Parmely carries a handoff to the right.
Sports
New Darters join the flock
Vinnie Cammarano
August 21, 2026

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Police Beat: APD makes 25 arrests, responds to 43 crashes Aug. 16-22The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from August 16-22, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,586 calls for service, responded to 43 crashes, issued 113 citations, and made 25 arrests.
Fried fish and coleslaw
You just can’t beat catfish, hushpuppies, and coleslawNancy Thomas
August 26, 2026
Pan-Fried Catfish from Marvin Woods’ book, The New Low-Country Cooking, calls for nice big catfish fillets and buttermilk, sherry and two kinds of vinegar, along with…
Behind the scenes of the “Healthcare in the Community” mini-documentary production in Central Florida, Central Florida Jobs with Justice leader Eimear Roy, left, speaks with U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost during filming. The documentary will premiere Saturday, Aug. 29, as part of a screening and panel discussion on health care justice.
Health care documentary, panel set for Saturday in Apopka Teresa Sargeant
August 26, 2026
Event will focus on medical debt, access to care and community resources.
Jim Keck
Shellcrackers are on the beds and a full moon to top it offThe Apopka Chief
August 26, 2026
I hope you’re havin’ a great week, and… you’re lookin’ forward to doin’ some fishin’ this weekend. They’re callin’ for rain this weekend, but… they call for rain most days and we don’t get any! If you…
James Pericola and Joe Strada
Recount confirms Strada as GOP nominee for District 11 Teresa Sargeant
August 26, 2026
Businessman will face Democrat James Pericola in November.
Orange County District 2 Commissioner Michael “Mike” Crabb (L) takes the oath of office from Ninth Judicial Circuit Judge Andrew Bain (R) on Tuesday, Aug. 25, at the Orange County Administration Center. Crabb was sworn in shortly before taking his seat for his first Board of County Commissioners meeting.
Crabb sworn in as Orange County’s District 2 commissioner Teresa Sargeant
August 25, 2026
DeSantis appointed Crabb in July; Crabb faces Brown in runoff.
Senior Isaiah Smith hits a ball from the rough onto the green.
Apopka Golf swings into seasonVinnie Cammarano
August 25, 2026
Blue Darters finish fourth out of 12 behind two sibling pairs
Representatives of Empire Pros Roofing, the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and community members gather for a recent Chamber ribbon-cutting ceremony at the business. The Chamber is working to expand events and increase engagement with member businesses as it rebuilds following a leadership dispute last year.
Apopka Chamber focused on rebuilding after leadership tumult Teresa Sargeant
August 24, 2026
Board chair says organization is financially stable, working to expand membership.
Apopka Blue Darters football team huddles before game against Boone.
Talkin’ Old School to host Apopka football Spirit Night at Frogger’sVinnie Cammarano
August 24, 2026
Apopka football fans will have a chance to gather with Blue Darter coaches, players and alumni Thursday as Talkin’ Old School with Roger Franklin Williams brings its radio…
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