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  • Doug Bankson is the founder and senior pastor of Victory Church World Outreach Center in Apopka, Florida.  He currently serves as State Representative for House District 39.
The Apopka Chief
October 27, 2023
Animal companions give so much to humans, and part of the responsibility to care for them is helping them to stay healthy. The staff at Park…
The Apopka Chief
October 27, 2023
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for PITYFitness at the studio’s location, 418 S. Park Ave., Apopka, on Wednesday, October 25. …
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October 27, 2023
As a part of this year’s Fire Prevention Month, Apopka firefighters have been visiting schools around the community to teach students about fire safety. On Thursday,…
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October 27, 2023
This little girl rides a carnival swing at the Fall Family Festival held Thursday, October 19 through Sunday, October 22, at Kit Land Nelson Park in…
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October 27, 2023
In three separate votes on Wednesday, October 18, the Apopka City Council voted 5-0 to have city staff publish notices about the disposal, or sale, of…
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October 27, 2023
Forty students participated in the Apopka Fire Department’s second annual Austin Duran Truck Camp on Wednesday, October 18, at the Gilliam Training Center in Apopka. The…
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October 27, 2023
This gator peers out from underwater at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The drive is free and open to…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
October 27, 2023
Hello Folks, It’s a great time to be in Florida where the fishin’ is gonna’ be good this fall. The fishin’ isn’t too bad right now…
The Apopka Chief
October 27, 2023
After falling to the Lake Mary Rams at home last week, the Apopka Blue Darters now sit at 5-3 on the season and 1-2 in 4M…
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October 27, 2023
From the Wekiva Mustangs’ perspective, the 68-47 loss to the Jones Tigers was an opportunity to take a significant step towards securing a Class 3M playoff…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Top lakes, outdoor show among the many activities latelyThe Apopka Chief
July 21, 2023
Hello Folks, What a great week last week in Central Florida. BASS released its top 100 lakes in the United States. Florida had three lakes in…
Summer workouts winding down for AHS football playersThe Apopka Chief
July 21, 2023
Apopka Blue Darters football players are getting in their last workouts as they will take next week off.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital offers summer safety tips to keep your pets safe and healthyThe Apopka Chief
July 14, 2023
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_media_grid element_width="3" grid_id="vc_gid:1689110830706-81943dac-f016-7" include="442712,19026,21660,718765"][vc_column_text] Leash? Check. Water? Check. Okay, you and your furry friend are ready to set off on an outdoor summer adventure… PAUSE! Did…
Visit Essential Eyecare & Optical soon and check out their sunglass sale, up to 50% off framesThe Apopka Chief
July 14, 2023
Summer brings with it fun outdoor activities like lounging on the beach or by the pool, taking vacations, and a host of outdoor sports. But as…
Ribbon cut for new covered ringThe Apopka Chief
July 14, 2023
Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings (center left) and Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore (center right) cut the ribbon of Orange County Parks and…
Habitat dedicates first of two Apopka homes this weekThe Apopka Chief
July 14, 2023
Calandra Bryant was presented with a Bible by her Habitat mentor Tonya Lee Jordan, and was presented the key to the new home by State House…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The much needed rain is beneficial, but fishin’ is slowThe Apopka Chief
July 14, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday. We have seen some rain lately and it’s been a much needed rain as well. The rain has…
Workplace Screening Intelligence is a local full-service laboratory for drug, alcohol, Healthcare worker titer screening, and moreThe Apopka Chief
July 7, 2023
Workplace Screening Intelligence offers drug testing, and a new healthcare employee titer screening including the new TB Transferrin Gold TB test – a one step lab…
For over 34 years Master Muffler & Brake Center has been providing honest and affordable automotive service and repairThe Apopka Chief
July 7, 2023
For any car owner, taking your car to a mechanic can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know much about car maintenance. It’s hard to know…
Nonprofit will break ground on affordable housing developmentThe Apopka Chief
July 7, 2023
Hannibal Square Community Land Trust (HSCLT) will break ground on a 24-townhome development in Apopka. The new development, called Cornerstone at Sixth, will provide 24 permanently affordable…