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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 7, 2023
Miss Apopka Sarah Sarver unveils her portrait at the Wednesday, April 5, City Council meeting at Apopka City Hall. With her are (l to r) Mayor…
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
Mayor Bryan Nelson read a proclamation for the Apopka Art and Foliage Festival at the City Council meeting at Apopka City Hall.
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
The community dedicated a new mural highlighting Wekiwa Springs flora and fauna as part of the residents’ persistent efforts to rescue Wekiwa Springs from blight and…
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
Miguel Acosta fires the ball toward home plate for the Wekiva Mustangs during the game with Central Florida Christian Academy. Apopka flag football quarterback Lauren Jones…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
Hello Folks, I’m back. My wife, Shirley, and I had a great vacation, and we are glad to be back in Zellwood. The trip was great,…
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
The Apopka High team that has the best record this spring is the girls lacrosse squad.
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
Coach Gersino Lubin has overseen the Wekiva program over the last several seasons through the transformation and continuation of reaching the next step.
The Apopka Chief
April 7, 2023
During a softball game on Monday, April 3, between the host Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs, Apopka’s Shylah Pino slides in safely at third base…
The Apopka Chief
April 6, 2023
April 28, 2023 DENNIS LEE MARTIN, Sr., born September 7, 1949, son of James Martin (deceased) and Sarah Martin (deceased), passed peacefully into eternity on April…
The Apopka Chief
March 31, 2023
You’ve invested thousands of dollars in your vehicle, so you want to be sure to maintain your vehicle properly. This is not the only reason to…
Blue Darters swim wellThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
The Apopka Blue Darters swim teams advanced three relays teams and one individual swimmer – the most in more than 25 years – to the Region…
Darters claim multiple state titles in bowlingThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
The traditional practice of celebrating a just-claimed state championship was again in full swing at Boardwalk Bowl.
Apopka hosts Boone in playoff gameThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
In the past, when Apopka would face Boone, you could almost assuredly mark that game as a Blue Darter victory.
Stretching for yardageThe Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Wekiva running back Terrell Weathers tries to get out of the grip of Apopka’s Trey Muldrow. See more game photos throughout section B.
Park Avenue Animal Hospital is not just for dogs and catsThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
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…
CrowdsurfingThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
Apopka High School Principal Lyle Heinz crowd-surfs, going up and down 16 times in the Apopka student section to match Apopka’s score in the game against…
Bankson bids farewellThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
City Commissioner Doug Bankson had his last council meeting on Wednesday, November 2, at City Hall. He is stepping down to run in the House District…
Gone fishingThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
An osprey has fished for a meal at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive, which is now open following a temporary closure due to Hurricane Ian. The Lake…
Meeting on studyThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) had a public in-person meeting on Thursday, November 3, at Apopka High School. The meeting was an opportunity for the…
Essential Eyecare & Optical can help get a clear-eyed view on detecting vision problemsThe Apopka Chief
November 4, 2022
Our eyes help us take in the world around us. Eye exams at every age and life stage can help keep your vision strong. It’s important…