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🌱 Why are dozens of turtles suddenly dying in an Apopka pond?

Hey there, Apopka! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why are dozens of turtles suddenly dying in an Apopka pond?
  • Which Apopka storage units are headed to public auction soon?
  • See where 16 Apopka High athletes are headed to play next

Also on today's calendar: STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Apopka and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and warm, temps: high: 88, low: 65.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Investigation underway after dozens of turtles found dead in Apopka pond (fox35orlando.com) — City of Apopka officials and state wildlife scientists are investigating why dozens of turtles have recently turned up dead in a local pond, with lab results expected in one to two weeks. Residents have reported concerns, and Mayor Bryan Nelson says water and turtle samples are being tested while the state tracks turtle health issues statewide.
   

• Legal Public Notices 4/15/26 (orlandoweekly.com) — Several storage facilities in and around Apopka are scheduling online lien auctions over the next few weeks, including Extra Space Storage on East Semoran Boulevard, Public Storage sites on Hunt Club Boulevard, Main Street, and Orange Blossom Trail, plus U-Haul on East Semoran. These legal notices also cover court hearings, name registrations, and additional storage sales across Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties that Apopka residents may need to track.
   

• 16 Apopka athletes sign college letters of intent (theapopkachief.com) — Sixteen Apopka High School seniors just signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers at colleges across Florida and the country, spanning baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball, football, dance, flag football, and lacrosse. Coaches and athletes credit their development at Apopka, with several teams riding strong seasons and championships into the next level.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does anyone have pet sitter recommendations?
    I run a senior dog sanctuary at my house so it’s a bit more insanity than normal dog sitting. I’m looking for 2-3 people to share the load if I ever… (Nextdoor Dream Lake)
  • I am still looking for someone to install shower and floor tiles for my bathroom.
    Unfortunately, what was supposed to be a smooth remodel turned into a very bad experience. The contractor we hired made us believe he had our best… (Nextdoor Bear Lake)
  • Chilli's posted a job opening for Server - West Apopka Chili's in Apopka. Apply here.
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Apopka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Apopka here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Winter Garden

  • The Attic Door wine bistro in Winter Garden has sold to James Larweth (orlandoshine.com)

Ok Apopka! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Apopka

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Apopka

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.