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Dr. Phyllis Olmstead speaks during public comment at a March City Commission meeting.
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Commission approves $70,000 in nonprofit grants after discussion of program’s growth 
Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026
Steven "Trooper Steve" Montiero, shown during his tenure with the Florida Highway Patrol, was unanimously ratified Wednesday as Apopka's public information director. He is scheduled to begin the position Aug. 10.
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Commission ratifies ‘Trooper Steve’ Montiero as Apopka public information director 
Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026
Rep. Doug Bankson (left) and Carlos Johary (right)
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Q&A: Florida House District 39 candidates talk background, potential property tax amendment
Sarah Merly
July 17, 2026
Mike Gilland
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OP-ED: God’s presence fills life’s joys, sorrows
Mike Gilland
July 17, 2026
Rock Springs Elementary School, shown at the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Faye Street, has been selected as one of the first 12 Orange County schools included in the county's initial rollout of automated school-zone speed enforcement cameras.
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Rock Springs Elementary among first schools selected for speed camera enforcement 
Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026


Local Living

Salmon
Local Living
Salmon patties go great with garlic cheese grits and iced tea
Nancy Thomas
July 15, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
To catch bass, find a shady spot
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2026
Vegetable soup
Local Living
Summer Garden Vegetable Soup, biscuits, come & get it
Nancy Thomas
July 7, 2026
A red, white and blue dessert
Local Living
Red, White, and Blueberry dessert for Independence Day
Nancy Thomas
July 1, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
Exercise caution while fishing on Independence Day weekend
The Apopka Chief
July 1, 2026


Business

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
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


Government & Politics

Sports

Keira Druck whipping through the pool ahead of FLAGS.
Sports
Druck earns podium finishes and national cuts at FLAGS 
Vinnie Cammarano
July 16, 2026
Apopka Blue Darters softball camp groups up at the pitching circle and poses for a picture on Wednesday at the Apopka High School softball field.
Sports
Apopka Softball camp guides next generation of Blue Darters
Vinnie Cammarano
July 16, 2026
Jalen Carter points out some familiar campers that he remembers from prior camps.
Sports
Jalen Carter hosts fourth annual camp
Vinnie Cammarano
July 16, 2026
Logan Gilbert #36 of the Seattle Mariners delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on July 11 in St. Petersburg.
Sports
Logan Gilbert returns to old stomping grounds
Vinnie Cammarano
July 14, 2026
Coach Scott Williams directing the bench on what to do when they sub in
Sports
Scott Williams prepares for his annual youth basketball camp
Vinnie Cammarano
July 9, 2026

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Dr. Phyllis Olmstead speaks during public comment at a March City Commission meeting.
Commission approves $70,000 in nonprofit grants after discussion of program’s growth Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026
Officials praise streamlined application process; residents ask about eligibility requirements.
Steven "Trooper Steve" Montiero, shown during his tenure with the Florida Highway Patrol, was unanimously ratified Wednesday as Apopka's public information director. He is scheduled to begin the position Aug. 10.
Commission ratifies ‘Trooper Steve’ Montiero as Apopka public information director Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026
Mayor says new department will boost transparency and communication.
Rep. Doug Bankson (left) and Carlos Johary (right)
Q&A: Florida House District 39 candidates talk background, potential property tax amendmentSarah Merly
July 17, 2026
Candidates Doug Bankson, Carlos Johary to run in Republican primary
Rock Springs Elementary School, shown at the intersection of Rock Springs Road and Faye Street, has been selected as one of the first 12 Orange County schools included in the county's initial rollout of automated school-zone speed enforcement cameras.
Rock Springs Elementary among first schools selected for speed camera enforcement Teresa Sargeant
July 17, 2026
County study identified the Apopka school as one of 12 initial locations.
Mike Gilland
OP-ED: God’s presence fills life’s joys, sorrowsMike Gilland
July 17, 2026
Several years ago, I had the privilege of taking a trip to Israel, and it was quite an adventure. I had no ability to anticipate all that I…
A tract map depicts the proposed Wolf Lake Ranch Phase 3 development, which calls for 42 single-family homes on approximately 21 acres in northwest Apopka.
DRC sends Carolina Textiles, Wolf Lake Ranch plans back for revisions Teresa Sargeant
July 16, 2026
Staff cites outstanding engineering and planning issues on both proposals.
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Police Beat: Apopka police arrest 28, work 35 crashes July 5-11The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from July 5-11, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,650 calls for service, responded to 35 crashes, issued 75 citations, and made 28 arrests.
Keira Druck whipping through the pool ahead of FLAGS.
Druck earns podium finishes and national cuts at FLAGS Vinnie Cammarano
July 16, 2026
Apopka swimmer boasts new personal bests in championship
Apopka Blue Darters softball camp groups up at the pitching circle and poses for a picture on Wednesday at the Apopka High School softball field.
Apopka Softball camp guides next generation of Blue DartersVinnie Cammarano
July 16, 2026
MacWithey, current and former Darters help train 23 youth softball players
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