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Central Florida Preparatory School head of school Julia Najera cuts the ribbon Friday, Aug. 28, to celebrate the opening of the Robert A. Flanders Athletic and Performing Arts Center. The 24,000-square-foot facility includes a gymnasium, classrooms and space for athletic, academic and performing arts programs.
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Central Florida Prep opens new athletic, performing arts center 
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September 4, 2026
The Apopka Police Department is housed in the Municipal Justice Building in downtown Apopka. APD said it will comply with a state directive requiring local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license-plate readers from rights-of-way along Florida’s state highway system.
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Apopka Police Department to comply with state order banning license plate readers 
Teresa Sargeant
September 4, 2026
Labor Day
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Holiday History: Labor Day commemorates historic struggle for employment safety, rights
The Apopka Chief
September 4, 2026
Apopka City Commission members meet July 1 at Apopka City Hall. The commission on Thursday, Sept. 3, adopted the city’s tentative fiscal year 2027 budget and a 4.6761-mill property tax rate. (Photo by Dana O’Connor)
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Apopka adopts tentative FY27 budget, property tax increase
Teresa Sargeant
September 3, 2026
Mayor Nick Nesta
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OP-ED: Employees play crucial role in city’s success
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2026


Local Living

Crab cakes
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Maryland crab cakes, jalapeño cheese grits and upside-down cake
Nancy Thomas
September 3, 2026
Jim Keck
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Fish continue to bite as anglers look to fall season
The Apopka Chief
September 3, 2026
Family walking together in a park
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7 fall dates for Apopka families
Josh Peterson
August 27, 2026
Fried fish and coleslaw
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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


Business

Culver's managers Zachary Grissom (left) and Jordan Little (right) pose at Culver's Apopka.
Business
Culver’s Apopka ranked seventh in nation
Sarah Merly
August 27, 2026
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


Government & Politics

Sports

Avianna Mater reaches up to spike a ball right at Jones.
Sports
Wekiva volleyball gets back on track with a sweep
Vinnie Cammarano
September 2, 2026
Victoria Polusmak rises up to spike a ball from the left side of the net.
Sports
Apopka dominates Jones but falls in 5-set thriller
Vinnie Cammarano
September 2, 2026
Kai Goodling makes a running throw complete to Ceon Cotton.
Sports
Apopka struggles against Winter Park
Vinnie Cammarano
August 29, 2026
Avantae Scott returning one of two second-quarter punts for a touchdown against Lake Buena Vista.
Sports
Wekiva Mustangs steamroll Lake Buena Vista, 56-6
Johnny Outing
August 29, 2026
Elyanna Sanchez rises for a kill attempt.
Sports
Wekiva volleyball loses to Freedom after sweep of Oak Ridge
Vinnie Cammarano
August 27, 2026

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Central Florida Preparatory School head of school Julia Najera cuts the ribbon Friday, Aug. 28, to celebrate the opening of the Robert A. Flanders Athletic and Performing Arts Center. The 24,000-square-foot facility includes a gymnasium, classrooms and space for athletic, academic and performing arts programs.
Central Florida Prep opens new athletic, performing arts center Teresa Sargeant
September 4, 2026
24,000-square-foot facility marks completion of decades-long vision.
The Apopka Police Department is housed in the Municipal Justice Building in downtown Apopka. APD said it will comply with a state directive requiring local law enforcement agencies to remove automated license-plate readers from rights-of-way along Florida’s state highway system.
Apopka Police Department to comply with state order banning license plate readers Teresa Sargeant
September 4, 2026
FDOT directive requires equipment removed from state-road rights-of-way.
Apopka City Commission members meet July 1 at Apopka City Hall. The commission on Thursday, Sept. 3, adopted the city’s tentative fiscal year 2027 budget and a 4.6761-mill property tax rate. (Photo by Dana O’Connor)
Apopka adopts tentative FY27 budget, property tax increaseTeresa Sargeant
September 3, 2026
Commission restores disputed spending including City Hall renovations
Crab cakes
Maryland crab cakes, jalapeño cheese grits and upside-down cakeNancy Thomas
September 3, 2026
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Mayor Nick Nesta
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Last week, I shared with you some of the work taking place during our hiring pause and why reorganizing the City of Apopka is so important…
The city utility office on East Fifth Street in Apopka.
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September 3, 2026
The right place depends on city limits, road ownership and whether the problem can wait for regular business hours.
City Public Works Director Vladimir Simonovski
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September 3, 2026
Rate increase resolutions generate Golden Gem, water pressure discussions.
Jim Keck
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September 3, 2026
Hello Folks, As I write my column today, we are three weeks away from fall. I can hardly wait any longer for some cooler weather! I…
An aerial map shows the three parcels outlined in red that make up the 3.48-acre Kelly Park Road Commercial property north of Kelly Park Road and east of Effie Drive. The Apopka City Commission unanimously advanced a future land-use amendment for the property on Wednesday.
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September 3, 2026
City moves forward with land-use changes for two properties.
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