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City Council explores annexation feasibility study
Referendum may go on March 2026 ballot
By Teresa SargeantReporterThe Apopka City Council explored the logistics of conducting a feasibility study in gauging interest for...
Coach Doug Gabriel optimistic despite 16-7 spring loss as Wekiva rebuilds
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Wekiva’s quarterback gets a pass off just in time as a Lyman defensive end wraps around his leg after breaking into...
Apopka football struggles in passing defense but shines in run game
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Apopka's Elijah Frazier barrels through a wall of Jones defenders on his way into the end zone on Friday, May 23.
The...
First woman to assume local VFW command
Forlaw plans to focus on growing membership
By Teresa Sargeant
Reporter
Ret. Col. Loretta Forlaw will become the first woman to become commander of the VFW Post...
Apopka City Council votes 4-1 to release mineral rights on City...
Smith voted against the motion
By Teresa Sargeant
Reporter
The Apopka City Council voted 4-1 to release the mineral rights regarding the Apopka City Center. Commissioner Alexander...
DeSantis signs HB 999 to promote financial independence with precious metals
Rep. Bankson co-sponsored HB 999
By Teresa Sargeant
Reporter
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 999 into law, a landmark legislation recognizing gold and silver —...
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The Harris Chain has been on fire…
I hope everyone is havin a great week and you got a chance to get out and do some fishin’’.
I don’t want to sound...
Hummingbird Cake, a traditional recipe that will light up your Memorial...
Food Network says, “When a grilled burger is called for, this one (The Best Grilled Burgers) is our go-to. We season only the...
Recent rain a welcome sight on local lakes
Well, we finally got some rain this week. What a bles- sin’ that was, and hopefully, you got a good bit, too!
Our lakes and...
Apopka first responders to face off in charity basketball game
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Apopka’s first responders will face off in a charity basketball game later this month to finally answer the age-old question: Who’s better—firemen...
Sports
Coach Doug Gabriel optimistic despite 16-7 spring loss as Wekiva rebuilds
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Wekiva’s quarterback gets a pass off just in time as a Lyman defensive end wraps around his leg after breaking into...
Apopka football struggles in passing defense but shines in run game
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Apopka's Elijah Frazier barrels through a wall of Jones defenders on his way into the end zone on Friday, May 23.
The...
Apopka softball turns corner with strong season
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Last week marked the end of Apopka athletics for the 2024-2025 school year with the softball team's loss to Lake Brantley in...
3 Apopka basketball stars to play college ball
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
Three 2024-2025 Apopka basketball team members signed letters of intent to play college ball and further their education this week. Seniors Jermichael...
Apopka quarterback Tyson Davison eyes big senior season
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
With three years as a varsity starter under his belt, Apopka football's rising senior quarterback, Tyson Davison, is on a mission to...
Rolson makes adjustments after blue and white game
By Marshall Tempest
Reporter
The Apopka football team's annual blue and white scrimmage provided a stage for Blue Darter athletes last week. The game focused on...