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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
June 16, 2023
Continuing the summer series seeking to catch up with Apopka-area athletes, coaches, or others involving with sports, I’m going way back this week to catch up…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Deaconess Jennell Simmons was born Jennell Payne, on June 12, 1921. Read more on page 10A.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
On May 6th, Senior Night at Apopka High School Awards program saw an Agriculture and FFA senior, Reilly Redcliffe, receive the CCP Agricultural Scholarship for 2023.…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
A ribbon cutting celebrated the finished rehabilitation of a one-mile stretch on U.S. 441.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Artists painted several murals in downtown Apopka as part of a community-wide effort to usher in more visual beauty and vitality to the area. See more…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Jones quarterback Dereon Coleman is brought down by Apopka defensive lineman Kevin Roberts (r) and Lorenzo Payne. See more photos on page 3B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week. One week sure makes a difference. Last week we had some rain and breezy days but…
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Coach Mike Scudero has guided the Wekiva program over the last three seasons through the transformation and continuation of reaching the next step.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
This summer, I am planning to do several columns in this space about some of the former Apopka High School athletes and coaches.
The Apopka Chief
June 9, 2023
Perhaps training taking place during the summer months is of the most value. The process of righting the end of the previous season for basketball teams…
Mustangs basketball battle Blue DartersThe Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
A boys basketball battle between hometown rivals ended as expected with the favored downing the host.
AHS girls wrestle for Metro West titleThe Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
Throughout the regular season, the goal for the Apopka Blue Darters girls wrestling team has been to take the next step of placing inside the top…
Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc. offers tax services and more to individuals and businessesThe Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc.  provides business tax service, personal tax preparation, business and personal IRS and Department of Revenue audit assistance, tax planning, business…
Master Muffler & Brake Center knows that car maintenance is crucial to avoid breakdownsThe Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
You probably pay close attention to some of the workings and health of your vehicle’s Bluetooth, Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, and dash cams. This’s the fun…
February 2023The Apopka Chief
February 2, 2023
February 3, 2023 Robert Clayton Allen, 76, of Apopka, Florida passed away on January 24, 2023. Mr. Allen was born on June 5, 1946 to the…
Getting to know the people at Freedom Tire & Automotive, Inc. can help save money on tires and auto repairsThe Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Freedom Tire & Automotive, Inc. wants to keep your wheels safely rolling…  The last thing you want is to have a breakdown during a busy work…
Local service clubs welcome new membersThe Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
   On behalf of the Apopka Rotary Club, President Ed Baron (r in both pictures) welcomes Paddy Savage (in cap) and Phil Ferguson (in light shirt)…
For over 20 years, Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping has specialized in all phases of tree serviceThe Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Winter season is here and we’re now experiencing slightly cooler weather. Some leaves are now starting to fall, grass has temporarily stopped growing, and many animals…
Chamber, small business group team up to bring city growthThe Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Cate Manley, President of Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mina Robinson, President of Small Business Advocates of Central Florida, team up to get the most…
At annexation workshop, residents have questions, frustrationsThe Apopka Chief
January 27, 2023
Up to around 75 attended the meeting that lasted about 2½ hours.