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.

On Wednesday, Apopka Professional Firefighters Association President Alex Klepper and Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson had contrasting opinions on Sean Wylam's time as a fire chief and his career as a firefighter.

Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam has announced he will be stepping down, according to an email he sent to AFD firefighters and staff. Wylam's tumultuous time as Apopka's top firefighter will end October 31st.

Please join the Apopka Fire Department in congratulating Lieutenant Mandy Mathis for being voted the 2023 Firefighter of the Year.

In this second year, with the support of the Duran family, The 2650 Foundation looks to recreate that support for our fire department in loving memory of Austin Duran.

Austin Duran's tragic death in 2022 shocked the community and tore apart the morale of the Apopka Fire Department. Now, he will be honored nationally at a weekend ceremony.

The 2650 Foundation strives to continue Austin’s legacy by raising awareness of the importance of safety and training through educational scholarships and opportunities. Equally important to the foundation’s efforts are mentorship and mental health.

Austin Duran taught Apopka a lot in his short career as a firefighter and inspired us beyond all expectations in his death.  His dedication and sacrifice left a lasting impact.

In honor of Austin Duran, Apopka is erecting a service hero street sign at the corner of East 5th Street and South Park Avenue.

Sonny’s BBQ in Apopka is hosting a  competition between the Apopka Police and Fire departments on Saturday, January 13th, from 9 am to 4 pm.

The Apopka City Council, at its January 3rd meeting, voted unanimously to accept the bid from Miller Construction Management to build Apopka Fire Station #6.

  The Apopka Fire Department and Apopka Police Department, in partnership with Re-Imagine Communities, are hosting the 2023 Apopka Reading Heroes Scholastic Book Fair.   Calling all book lovers and literary enthusiasts!   Get ready to embark on a literary journey like never before as the Apopka Fire Department transforms …

Apopka Police Officer Adsudalah Brooks and Recruit Officer Laura Crespo responded to a 911 hang-up call, but while en route, updated to a female giving birth at home.

Sonny’s BBQ in Apopka is hosting a  competition between the Apopka Police and Fire departments on Saturday, January 13th, from 9 am to 4 pm.

The City of Apopka and the Apopka Fire and Police Departments will host the September 11th Memorial 5k and the  “Together as One Festival” in Downtown Apopka.

The City of Apopka and the Apopka Fire and Police Departments will host the September 11th Memorial 5k and the  “Together as One Festival” in Downtown Apopka.