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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
April 28, 2023
Skyler Miller, daughter of Cory and Melody Miller and granddaughter of Dennis and Patti Bankson, will be graduating from Florida State University with a degree in…
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
A petition was initiated to recall Bryan Nelson as mayor on the grounds of, among the reasons, refusing to hold anyone accountable for the death of…
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
So far, the upgrade of Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery has included completion of the repaving of the cemetery’s driveways, fencing installation, and process of procuring two new columbariums.
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Orange Audubon Society will celebrate eight years of the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive’s opening at the drive. The event is free, and no reservations are necessary.
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Apopka second baseman Jeremy Pabon reaches down to put the tag on a Lake Buena Vista runner on during the game.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Hello Folks, Well, it’s great to be back. My wife and I got the flu and it was kinda tough. Things are almost normal and it’s…
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
One of the more impressive achievements in sports is a perfect game in baseball. Wekiva’s Zion McCoy joined the ranks of pitchers to throw a perfect…
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Apopka Blue Darters girls tennis star Alyssa Novoa, who is only a junior, won her state quarterfinal match getting off to a great start. See more…
The Apopka Chief
April 28, 2023
Losing only four starters on each side of the ball, the Apopka Blue Darters football team will be looking for depth throughout the lineup and improvement…
The Apopka Chief
April 21, 2023
Since 2008, Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing a wide variety of services to keep your furry, four-legged friends in the best of health. With…
Achieve Your Financial Goals with the Help of Orlando Credit UnionThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
With the holiday season upon us and the new year right around the corner, finances are top of mind for many. Resolutions begin to form as…
King Buffet Chinese Restaurant has been a local favorite for over 15 yearsThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
There are three good reasons to celebrate the holidays at King Buffet Chinese Restaurant: less work in the kitchen, more spontaneity, and a restaurant with an…
A friendly wagerThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, (r), and city attorney Michael Rodriguez shake hands to solidify a friendly wager the two have for the Class 4M state championship…
VFW earns awardThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
The VFW Post 10147 and other organizations have sponsored Michael Hearts Academy’s Monthly Gathering and Dance for the past year. The VFW Post 10147 was honored…
Freemasons donate checkThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
On Tuesday, November 29, in the Apopka Police Department building, the Freemasons of Orange Lodge No.36 F&AM delivered a check to the Apopka Police Department to…
Budweiser Clydesdales come to townThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
The Budweiser Clydesdales made a special appearance in downtown Apopka on Friday, December 2, seen here marching on Park Avenue. The Budweiser Clydesdales’ appearance was a…
Award recipient, a retired teacher, served community for over 57 yearsThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
Bill Arrowsmith (left) shakes hand with Arlen “Cosmo” Mizell who credits his lifelong devotion to community service to his parents and his faith.
Firefighters take oath of officeThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
On Friday, December 2, the city held an oath of office ceremony and badge pinning for five new firefighters at the Apopka Community Center/VFW Post 10147…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Weather is warm but some boat ramps are still closedThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
Hello Folks, What happened to our cooler weather? I hope you are enjoyin’ these warm days in December. One of my neighbors told me that this…
Blue Darters land seventh state-title game berthThe Apopka Chief
December 9, 2022
I wasn’t totally convinced that this group of Blue Darters was a sure thing for the playoffs, but now, the Darters are playing in their third…