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The Apopka Chief Newsletter: December 12 Edition
Sarah Merly
December 12, 2025
Welcome to The Apopka Chief weekly newsletter!
Sarah Merly here. The Christmas spirit is upon us, and I’m getting more excited every day! I’m especially looking forward to visiting SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration and the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays. Here in Apopka, we have the annual Apopka Christmas Parade, Wreaths Across America, and the Silent Knights concert—all of which happen tomorrow!
We’re also super thankful for all the contributions we’ve received so far for our Light the Way Holiday Drive! If you’d like to join us in supporting Matthew’s Hope and Loaves & Fishes, please click here.
Thank you for reading. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts!
Front Page
Christmas Tree Lighting
The annual tree lighting took place at Kit Land Nelson Park last Saturday. The event included holiday music, vendors, photos with Santa, and other children’s activities. | Photo by Gigi Cohen
Front Page News:
City Council races begin to take shape by Teresa Sargeant
Errol Plaza Winn-Dixie to close, convert to ALDI by Sarah Merly
Rock Springs Ridge HOA acquires golf course for $7.3M by Teresa Sargeant
Traffic is top concern about Paulucci Acres at meeting by Teresa Sargeant
Lifestyle
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Local Sports
Xavier Freeman and Noah Ferrer contest and block the Cougar’s shot. | Photo by Vinnie Cammarano
Wekiva sets soccer win record by Vinnie Cammarano
Wekiva girls make tournament final by Vinnie Cammarano
Wekiva boys basketball gets back on track against Hagerty by Vinnie Cammarano
Apopka Tiny Mites Cheer team wins national title by Vinnie Cammarano
Blue Darter wrestling season arrives by Vinnie Cammarano
Apopka Fact of the Week:
“During World War II, Apopkans consented to lease Edwards Field for use as an army base. It was the post for the 351st Coast Artillery Search Light Battalion. The Service Men’s Club in the Wekiwa Building on Central Avenue was a popular social spot for many soldiers where many permanent friendships were formed.”
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