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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 20, 2023
In what will most likely be the Blue Darters’ hardest match-up of the regular season, Apopka will host the undefeated Lake Mary Rams tonight, Friday, October…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
October 20, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great week this past week. I wanted to take a moment and put a few thoughts together about my friend…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
Hello Folks, Oh my gosh, it’s finally here and it’s great. We have been waitin’ all summer and it’s finally here. It’s been so nice to…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
Yeoman 2nd Class Alexandria Rodriguez, of Apopka, sings on Friday, October 6, during an audition for a talent show hosted by the Morale, Welfare and Recreation…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
AdventHealth Apopka has announced a $26.3-million expansion at the hospital to better serve the growing population in Orange County.
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
The Apopka City council voted 4-1 in favor of improving Mayflower Avenue to city standards so retailer Floor & Decor could build a store on the…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
Marcus Williams, 38, has been booked into the Orange County Jail according to the Apopka Police Department. Police said they would arrest Williams once he was…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
The third annual Unleashed Conference will span three days to include discussions surrounding current culture and current events, worship and digging deeper into one’s encounter with…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
The Apopka High School senior powderpuff team pose together before the game on Tuesday, October 10. See more photos on page 6B.
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
Grace Goodman is an 11-year-old swimmer from the Apopka area who was recently recognized as swimmer of the year in her region for August 2022 through…
Work continuing toward downtown food hallThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Behind-the-scenes paperwork continues in downtown Apopka where the four owners of Propagate Social House downtown on Fifth Avenue plan to open up a food hall where…
Apopka Little League All-Stars fall to Dr. Phillips in tournamentThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Apopka Little League 10-12 All-Stars took on Dr. Phillips All-Stars on Friday, June 23, during the All-Star playoffs. See more photos on page 3B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Copious amounts of rain helped replenish lakes, riversThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Hello Folks, Well, we finally got some rain and, boy, did we need it. The lakes were gettin’ kinda low and I know Lake Monroe really…
Thinking about buying new construction? Let Rock Springs Realty assist in the right move for youThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Are you curious to know if purchasing a new construction home is a better deal and value than a resale home? When you’re exploring these options,…
Prevesk on UF baseball team; King now out of collegeThe Apopka Chief
June 30, 2023
Hannah King graduated from Apopka High in 2017. She spent her college basketball time living through COVID, at Iona University in New Rochelle, New York. Matt…
The History of the Natural Gas Industry & Lake Apopka Natural Gas DistrictThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
For over 60 years, we at Lake Apopka Natural Gas District have prided ourselves on the safe, clean, and reliable delivery of natural gas as an…
10 Hearing Aid Myths We’re Busting. Let’s get to the facts, so you can get to better hearing!The Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
Are these misconceptions standing between you and needed care? We’re breaking down 10 hearing aid myths that can be a barrier to better hearing health. Some…
Everyday HeroThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
Tammy Perkins, founder of Nyterria – Girls on the Move Corp., was recognized by Spectrum News 13’s “A Salute to Everyday Heroes” 2022 as the Public…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Rain is needed to help get water levels up in lakes, riversThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
Hello Folks, Summer has arrived and if you haven’t been outside, it’s hot. It’s gonna be a hot one this summer but, hey, what’s new, right?…
Students receive scholarshipsThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
Fourteen seniors were honored by ZAPT Elite Inc as Founders Day Scholarship recipients. The program was held at St. Paul AME Church.