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Anderson keynotes prayer breakfast, new commission reviews Sunshine Law

The Apopka Chief Newsletter: May 8 Edition

Sarah Merly
May 08, 2026

Welcome to The Apopka Chief weekly newsletter!

Happy Friday! This week, I wanted to share my appreciation for those of you who celebrated the National Day of Prayer with me yesterday at the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast. What a gift it was to have so many community members dedicate their time, gifts, and love to drawing nearer to God! I had so much fun praying, laughing, and eating some of the best waffles I’ve ever had with you. I can’t wait for next year! In the meantime, feel free to read all about it here :) Love you!

~Sarah Merly, Editorial Assistant and Reporter

Front Page

Apopka prayer breakfast welcomes Magic legend, honors community organizations

Orlando Magic legend Nick Anderson, a University of Illinois alum, laughs as emcee Joel Breidenbaugh shows his love for University of Indiana basketball. | Photo by Dana O’Connor

Other Front Page News:

One Florida Bank

Other Local News

New Apopka City Commission denies 5-0 mixed-use amendment for townhomes

Commissioners cited neighborhood compatibility concerns.

Bloom Lounge opens with ribbon cutting, block party

New site offers expanded concept of floral services, café, creative workspace.

Business community celebrates ‘Women in Leadership’ with event

Vega delivers keynote about leadership and impact.

Apopka, Wekiva high schools announce 2026 Super Scholars

Area high schools produce 88 Super Scholars this year

Monthly dinners offer relief, highlight broader homelessness challenges

Outreach draws dozens each month as calls grow for long-term solutions.

Police Beat: APD issues 126 citations April 26-May 2

In the period from April 26-May 2, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,746 calls for service, responded to 38 crashes, issued 126 citations, and made 29 arrests.