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Dr. Adlai Green poses in the receptionist's office at Apopka Wellness Center.
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Apopka Wellness Center to close after 47 years
Sarah Merly
August 14, 2026
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Q&A: Circuit court candidates seek to build confidence in legal system, practice compassion from the bench
Sarah Merly
August 14, 2026
Mayor Nick Nesta
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OP-ED: Apopka residents deserve accurate information
The Apopka Chief
August 14, 2026
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Police Beat: APD makes 17 arrests, responds to 35 crashes Aug. 2-8
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
August 14, 2026
Plan Com LDC -- Apopka Planning Commission members Mary Norwood (from left), David Woods, Malika Harrison and Robert Ryan attend the commission’s Tuesday, Aug. 11, meeting at Apopka City Hall. The commission will discuss potential changes to the city’s Land Development Code, including data center regulations and a possible temporary moratorium, during a Sept. 8 workshop.
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Planning Commission weighs data center rules, possible moratorium 
Teresa Sargeant
August 13, 2026


Local Living

Jim Keck
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We’ve been getting a little much-needed rain here lately
The Apopka Chief
August 12, 2026
A chocolate pie
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The chocolate lovers in your life will adore this pie
Nancy Thomas
August 11, 2026
Baked potato
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Paper bag chicken and baked potatoes in countertop oven
Nancy Thomas
August 6, 2026
Jim Keck
Local Living
More rain needed as fall fishing season draws near
The Apopka Chief
August 4, 2026
Chili
Local Living
Forgo that trip to the pokey and try our Jail-House Chili
Nancy Thomas
July 30, 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

Isabel Romero and Laila White jump up at the net in attempt to block the incoming LBV spike.
Sports
Apopka and Wekiva volleyball show flashes in preseason play 
Vinnie Cammarano
August 13, 2026
11u Blue Darters swarm the Oviedo ballcarrier.
Sports
Pop Warner gets first taste of live action in jamboree 
Vinnie Cammarano
August 13, 2026
Edgewater's head coach Patrick Browning wins the Crying Towel Award for the first time.
Sports
Edgewater’s Browning takes home Crying Towel at 13th annual event
Vinnie Cammarano
August 13, 2026
Coaches and Campers gather for a group picture at the Back 2 School Camp.
Sports
Coach Mark Washington’s Back 2 School Camp
Vinnie Cammarano
August 11, 2026
Coach Sarah Egbers in a game at Edgewater last season.
Sports
Apopka volleyball flies into 2026 season
Vinnie Cammarano
August 6, 2026

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Dr. Adlai Green poses in the receptionist's office at Apopka Wellness Center.
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In the period from August 2-8, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,442 calls for service, responded to 35 crashes, issued 27 citations, and made 17 arrests.
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7 Things Every New Apopka Resident Should KnowJosh Peterson
August 13, 2026
A local primer on city utilities, trash service, alerts, parks, the library and the public information that keeps a household connected.
Plan Com LDC -- Apopka Planning Commission members Mary Norwood (from left), David Woods, Malika Harrison and Robert Ryan attend the commission’s Tuesday, Aug. 11, meeting at Apopka City Hall. The commission will discuss potential changes to the city’s Land Development Code, including data center regulations and a possible temporary moratorium, during a Sept. 8 workshop.
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August 13, 2026
Board plans Sept. 8 workshop on Land Development Code changes.
Edgewater's head coach Patrick Browning wins the Crying Towel Award for the first time.
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The former Plymouth Elementary School at 3593 Hogshead Road moved closer to possible listing on the National Register of Historic Places after the Florida National Register Review Board voted Wednesday, Aug. 12, to forward the school's nomination to the National Park Service for final consideration. 
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State review board backs historic school for National Register listing.
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