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Waters CarWash will honor veterans with free car washes on Nov. 11.
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Waters CarWash Apopka to offer free car washes for veterans, active-duty military
Sarah Merly
October 24, 2025
An exterior shot of a library, with clouds in the sky in the background and a parking lot in the foreground.
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OCLS events to recognize Native American History Month, celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday 
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
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Police Beat: APD arrests 27 during week of Oct. 12-18
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson
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OP-ED: Apopka compares well to similar cities
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
A young boy poses with pumpkins on the opening day of Great Scott Farms’ Fall Festival, which runs every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 16.
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Host of Halloween events on tap in Apopka area
Sarah Merly
October 23, 2025

Local Living

Jim Keck
Local Living
Fishin’ is pickin’ up in our area as weather cools
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
Shrimp Rice
Local Living
From the coast to the kitchen: shrimp, squash and pumpkin treats
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 23, 2025
Celebrate Porktoberfest at Sonny's with BBQ pork egg rolls, the loaded BBQ potato and more.
Local Living
Apopka residents vote for top 4 barbecue spots in city
Sarah Merly
October 22, 2025
Jim Keck
Local Living
Cooler weather makes a great day for fishin’
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 16, 2025
Baked pasta dish
Local Living
Warm, comforting, and a touch nostalgic — a taste of Southern comfort
The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
October 16, 2025

Business

Waters CarWash will honor veterans with free car washes on Nov. 11.
Business
Waters CarWash Apopka to offer free car washes for veterans, active-duty military
Sarah Merly
October 24, 2025
Celebrate Porktoberfest at Sonny's with BBQ pork egg rolls, the loaded BBQ potato and more.
Business
Apopka residents vote for top 4 barbecue spots in city
Sarah Merly
October 22, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson, Dr. Uriel Pont and other guests cut the ribbon for the new VIPCare location.
Business
VIPcare opens in Apopka
Sarah Merly
October 20, 2025
Laurie Williamson and Garfield Williamson took over what was formerly Park Avenue Pizza on July 1.
Business
Paradise Jamaican Restaurant and Pizza opens in Apopka
Sarah Merly
October 17, 2025
Mayor Bryan Nelson, Dr. Michael Wangia and Morgan Wangia cut the ribbon.
Business
Florida Institute of Dermatology hosts ribbon cutting for Apopka location
Sarah Merly
October 3, 2025

Government & Politics

Sports

William Warren in action, finishes first in the tournament
Sports
Wekiva bowling battles in district play
Vinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025
Apopka Girls Bowling with runner up trophy
Sports
Apopka boys, girls both advance in district bowling tournament
Vinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025
Coach Doug Gabriel and company on the Mustang sideline
Sports
Balanced offense leads Jones past Wekiva, 56-0
Neal Fisher
October 18, 2025
Kentral Baker sacks the Quarterback
Sports
Osceola Kowboys wrangle Apopka in dominant first quarter
Vinnie Cammarano
October 18, 2025
Apopka Blue Darter Marching Band has shown their pride all season long.
Sports
Apopka football game postponed
Vinnie Cammarano
October 15, 2025

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Waters CarWash will honor veterans with free car washes on Nov. 11.
Waters CarWash Apopka to offer free car washes for veterans, active-duty militarySarah Merly
October 24, 2025
Free car washes offered only on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day
An exterior shot of a library, with clouds in the sky in the background and a parking lot in the foreground.
OCLS events to recognize Native American History Month, celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
The Orange County Library System (OCLS) plans to celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a series of programs and events recognizing Native American communities and their history, cultures and contributions throughout November  Painted Raven will…
Police Beat: APD arrests 27 during week of Oct. 12-18The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from October 12-18, 2025, the Apopka Police Department received 1,315 calls for service, responded to 28 crashes, issued 37 citations, and made 27…
Jim Keck
Fishin’ is pickin’ up in our area as weather coolsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I hope everyone is havin’ a great week and hopefully you got to go fishin’ over the weekend. There were a lotta folks on the water…
Shrimp Rice
From the coast to the kitchen: shrimp, squash and pumpkin treatsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
“Shrimp Rice is a very simple dish to make,” says Mrs. Emily Meggett, in her book titled, Gullah Geechee Home Cooking, “but it packs the flavor.…
Mayor Bryan Nelson
OP-ED: Apopka compares well to similar citiesThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
As we enter the final stages of the Vision Apopka “Strategic Plan,” development, I thought I would share the information that has been presented by the…
A young boy poses with pumpkins on the opening day of Great Scott Farms’ Fall Festival, which runs every Saturday and Sunday through Nov. 16.
Host of Halloween events on tap in Apopka areaSarah Merly
October 23, 2025
These events bring spook to the season
Commissioner Christine Moore
OP-ED: Corridor of the Year transforms neighborhoodsThe Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
I was recently discussing with a woman improvement done by the People of Southern Apopka and Orange County government during the Corridor of the Year competition.  …
William Warren in action, finishes first in the tournament
Wekiva bowling battles in district playVinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025
Sophomore William Warren headed to state tournament
Apopka Girls Bowling with runner up trophy
Apopka boys, girls both advance in district bowling tournamentVinnie Cammarano
October 22, 2025
Girls team makes state, along with individual Angelo Mullica
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