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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 13, 2023
A pair of Apopka High School students show their school spirit during homecoming week in full dress on BBQ dads vs. soccer moms day on Monday,…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
What a great way to halt a two-game skid! Looking for a way to get back on the winning track, the Apopka Blue Darters opened the…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
Hayden Kosicki became the hero for the Apopka Blue Darters on Friday, October 6, on the final play of the team’s game against the Olympia Titans.…
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
The Horizon Hawks begin the chase for a district championship against the Wekiva Mustangs today, Friday, October 13.
The Apopka Chief
October 13, 2023
In a rivalry that dates back to 1975, the Apopka Blue Darters and Lake Brantley Patriots have a history that has, for the most part, seen…
The Apopka Chief
October 12, 2023
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor®. with integrity, years of experience, and…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
October 27, 2023 WILBERTO ESPONDA, 84, of Apopka, passed away on October 20, 2023. Mr. Esponda was born on January 02, 1939 in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for SpeechBuilders Speech and Occupational Therapy at the building’s location. Adrienne Fuller is the clinical director…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
You spend a lot of time in your car, whether it be running errands or commuting to work. It’s important to take care of your car,…
The Apopka Chief
October 6, 2023
With quarterback Tyson Davison back on the field for the first time since Apopka hosted West Orange, the Blue Darters had a fighting energy going into…
Rec center has ribbon cuttingThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
The city of Apopka’s Parks and Recreation Department hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the renovations to the Fran Carlton Center including new flooring, lighting, updated…
Teen to speak in D.C. about living with Type 1 diabetesThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
During his three-day stay, Nathaniel Plummer will call on members of Congress to renew the Special Diabetes Program, a federal program currently funded at $150 million…
Retiring flags on Flag DayThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
Veterans, including those from VFW Post 10147 located in Apopka such as Lou Boria, participated in the annual flag retirement ceremony held at Reiter Park, Longwood.…
Wekiva High boys basketball hosts summer kids’ campThe Apopka Chief
June 23, 2023
The Wekiva High School boys basketball team recently hosted its annual summer day camp for local youngsters. The campers are taught basic skills by Wekiva coaches…
Enjoy the experience of homemade flavors of Italy at Vincent’s Italian RestaurantThe Apopka Chief
June 19, 2023
Italian cuisine has always been known for its tomatoes, garlic, its olive oil, its appreciation for wine, and for the mysterious way it had of defying…
Freedom Tire & Automotive provides professional and affordable service for your vehicleThe Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
Are you having issues with your vehicle? Do you have fleet vehicles that need to be serviced by an honest and professional automobile repair shop? If…
School, scholarship fund get checksThe Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
Two groups, Phillis Wheatley Elementary School and ZAPT Elite  Scholarship Fund, were presented checks by the Apopka Christian Ministerial Alliance at the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast…
City administrator dies at age 50The Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
City administrator Edward Bass died at age 50 from complications related to mouth cancer. Visitation and funeral arrangements have been made.
Loop Trail closed another week, Wildlife Drive is not impactedThe Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
This section of the Loop Trail will remain closed for the two weeks since June 5 for the public’s safety due to the road being narrow…
County thrives post-COVID, Demings saysThe Apopka Chief
June 16, 2023
Citizens and community leaders gathered at the Linda Chapin Theatre inside the Orange County Convention Center to hear Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings’ 2023 State…