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My endorsement for Apopka Fire Chief: JP Hodgkins
JP Hodgkins will be the Apopka Fire Chief one day, and I am endorsing his ascension. It might be a few years, but the 18-year-old Hodgkins, a recent graduate of Apopka High School, is on the right path and possesses all the qualities he needs to succeed.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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7/21/24
Legacy: Blue Darters in MaxPreps 'Top 25 Most Dominant Florida Football Programs of the last 20 years'
The Apopka Blue Darters were named to the MaxPreps Top 25 most dominant football programs in Florida - the only Central Florida team on the list.
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From MaxPreps and Staff Reports
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7/14/24
Developing story: FHSAA votes to allow high school athletes to cash in on names, images and likenesses
The FHSAA board, the executive authority of the association governing high school athletics in Florida, passed the rule unanimously, although some members expressed concern.
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By Jay Waagmeester, Florida Phoenix
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6/4/24
Former Blue Darter and Mustang standout Jarvis Ware leaving UCF
Jarvis Ware, a standout on the Apopka and Wekiva High School football teams, is leaving the University of Central Florida's program.
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From Staff Reports
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4/8/24
Blue Darters, Mustangs get new districts for 2024 football season
Last week, the Florida High School Athletic Association voted to shake up districts and regions, changing the schedules for the Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs.
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From Staff Reports
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12/26/23
How did Apopka schools perform in 2023?
The Orange County School District received a ‘B’ grade from the State for 2023 under the new ‘Informational Baseline’ system. The 2022 grade was also a B.
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By Dr. Phyllis M. Olmstead
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12/13/23
Season ends for Blue Darters in regional semifinals
The Apopka Blue Darters ended their season with a 42-14 loss to Sanford-Seminole in the Class 4M-Region 1 semifinals Friday night.
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From Staff Reports
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11/19/23
For Apopka, all roads lead to Sanford in postseason
The Apopka-Seminole rivalry has defined every season for both teams since 2019. This will be the sixth meeting between the two perennial powerhouses in the last five years.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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11/16/23
Blue Darters open 24th straight postseason campaign against a familiar foe
Apopka had a roller coaster ride of a season. After opening with three straight wins against Ocoee, West Orange, and Dr. Phillips, they suffered two ugly losses to Edgewater and Seminole.
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By Reggie Connell, Managing Editor
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11/9/23
Blue Darters surge past Evans 33-13
After losing three of their last five games, Apopka found its rhythm Thursday night, defeating the Evans Trojans 33-13.
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From Staff Reports
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10/29/23
Black Friday: Blue Darters and Mustangs suffer defeats
Friday Night Lights became very dark for both area football teams, with the Apopka Blue Darters losing 49-21 and the Wekiva Mustangs falling 68-41.
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From Staff Reports
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10/22/23
In honor of JP: Blue Darters and Mustangs honor John Peery at Friday football games
High School football in Apopka was all about one man and his legacy on Friday night. John Peery, the longtime editor of The Apopka Chief, died in his sleep on Thursday. He was 67.
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From Staff Reports
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10/15/23
Breaking News: OCPS cancels school for Wednesday
Based on this morning’s forecast, sustained wind speeds will exceed 35 MPH on the west side of Orange County and as a result there will be no school for students on Wednesday, August 30th.
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From Orange County Public Schools
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8/29/23
Baseball, Soccer or Football? Blue Darters play flawless defense in 2-0 win over Ocoee
2-0! That's a pretty common final score in baseball or soccer... but football?
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From Staff Reports
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8/27/23
Who is the top returning quarterback in Orange County?
Who is the best returning quarterback in Orange County high school football? Certainly, Apopka's Tyson Davison and Wekiva's Tyray Davis should be in the conversation. And if you think Davison or …
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By Jeff Gardener, ScorebookLive.com and Staff Reports
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5/8/23
Breaking News: Apopka's Jalen Carter chosen by Philadelphia Eagles in first round of NFL Draft
Jalen Carter, a standout defensive lineman at Apopka High School and the University of Georgia, was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles as the ninth pick in the first round of the NFL Draft.
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From Staff Reports
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4/28/23
Apopka's Jalen Carter wins second national championship; declares for 2023 NFL Draft
After winning two straight national championships at the University of Georgia, Apopka's Jalen Carter has announced his intent to enter the 2023 NFL Draft.
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From Staff Reports
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1/10/23
Blue Darters advance in playoffs, Mustangs fall
After a brief one-day delay due to Hurricane Nicole, the High School Football playoffs got underway Saturday for both Apopka schools.
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From Staff Reports
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11/13/22
Cancellation Alert: Blue Darter and Mustang playoff games moved to Saturday
Apopka and Wekiva were scheduled to begin their playoff seasons on Friday, but they will both have to wait an extra day because of Nicole's approach.
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From Staff Reports
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11/9/22
Cancellation Alert: OCPS closes schools Thursday and Friday
Based on the storm's forecast and potential impacts on Orange County, all schools will be closed on Thursday, November 10, and Friday, November 11.
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From Orange County Public Schools
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11/8/22
Blue Darters and Mustangs heading to the postseason
The Mustangs finished the season at 5-5, while the Blue Darters fell to 7-3. But now, Apopka and Wekiva begin their playoff seasons... which makes both teams 0-0.
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From Staff Reports
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11/7/22
Comeback Kids: Apopka rallies past Seminole 24-23 to claim district title
Junior placekicker Hayden Kosicki drilled a 34-yard field goal on the last play of the game to propel the Apopka Blue Darters to a 24-23 win over Seminole High to win the Class 4M District 2 title.
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From Staff Reports
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11/2/22
Blue Darters beat Evans 23-12; play for district title Tuesday night
For the fifth time this season, the Apopka Blue Darters spotted its opponent a lead and then rallied to win - this time against the Evans Trojans 23-12.
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From Staff Reports
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10/30/22
Blue Darters rally; Wekiva stalled
The Apopka Blue Darters continued their winning ways last Friday with a 21-17 come-from-behind victory over Lake Mary. The Wekiva Mustangs, however, could not rally.
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From Staff Reports
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10/23/22
Breaking News: Orange County Public Schools reopening on Tuesday
The Orange County Public School District announced that all its schools would be closed on Monday, while the Orange County Government announced it would resume trash collection on Monday.
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From the Orange County Public School District
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10/3/22
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