The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, authorized by Congress and launched in 2012, began on Memorial Day, May 28, 2012, and will conclude on Veterans Day, November 11, 2025.

Now in its 11th year and co-hosted by the Wekiva Wilderness Trust in Apopka this year, The East Lake Heritage Festival will include exhibitors, artisans, crafters, and volunteers that will demonstrate what life was like back in the late-1800s. Visitors will enjoy live music, entertainment, children’s activities, and more. Festival food will be available for purchase.

To be a prima ballerina, or the female “first principal dancer” of a company, is to be recognized for one’s superior technique, artistry and stage presence, and Tallchief’s “electrifying appearance” as the Firebird reflected her mastery of these elements.

Since our founding in 2015, we have remained committed to bringing our readers the most important local news stories. We are celebrating ten years this December, so with ten months leading to the big date, we'll be sharing memories along the way. We also want to hear from you so we can make the next ten even better! Read on for more details...

St. Patrick’s Day was once a solemn feast day when you’d be far more likely to see the color blue. In fact, there’s even a color known as St. Patrick’s blue.

The “Legends of Apopka” project began in 2022 as an initiative to recognize Black residents who have shaped the city’s history.

As part of the month-long recognition, the city will host its third annual “Celebrating Apopka Legends” event on Tuesday, February 25th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Apopka Community Center.

From trailblazing pioneers who shaped the natural gas sector to modern-day visionaries driving innovation, the contributions of Black leaders have been instrumental in advancing safe, reliable, and affordable energy for all.  Including local pioneers, as well.

One of the most influential artists of the 20th century, Cole was not only a groundbreaking musician but also a quiet, yet resolute, advocate for social justice.

The Apopka community is invited to a special celebration of Black History this Saturday at the New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in South Apopka. The event will honor local history, culture and community spirit, with activities for all ages.

As scholar James David Barber wrote, the best way to understand a president’s likely responses to a crisis is to understand what that president values most highly.

Interstate highway maps do not reflect the reality that in most U.S. cities, the building of major roads was accompanied by the displacement of thousands of Black people from cities.

Though Harriet Tubman is most famous for her success along the Underground Railroad, her activities as a Civil War spy are less well known.

Beyoncé’s version of Blackbird retains the Beatles’ instrumentation, incorporating McCartney’s acoustic guitar and foot tapping. But, importantly, Beyoncé also includes the voices of four Black female country singers. Tanner Adell is one of the …

Apopka came alive on Monday, as the community gathered for the 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, a vibrant celebration of unity, culture, and the enduring legacy of the civil rights leader.

The Apopka Historical Society was honored to participate in the 200th year of the Orange County Celebration and Two Centuries of Progress alongside Mayor of Orange County Jerry L. Demings and his administration.