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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
February 3, 2023
The Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball team will enter 2023 postseason after completing the most successful regular season ever.
The Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
A boys basketball battle between hometown rivals ended as expected with the favored downing the host.
The 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…
The Apopka Chief
February 3, 2023
Winter sports are full bore in the postseason for the Apopka Blue Darters as the teams try to work some magic in the playoffs.
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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…
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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…
The 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…
The 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…
The 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)…
The 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…
Nelson’s Insurance Services explains the raising of rates and non-renewals of home insuranceThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Florida is experiencing an exodus, but it’s not from residents relocating; rather, it’s an exodus of home insurance companies. While this would be concerning in any…
Call Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center, they’ll exceed your automotive repair expectationsThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
Owning and running an auto repair shop can be greatly rewarding. The automotive industry is fast-paced, and exciting. Successful shops have many moving parts that need…
Apopka football coach Rolson will take part in Crying Towel eventThe Apopka Chief
August 5, 2022
The 2022 Dave Powers Crying Towel Invitational” dinner and radio program will be held Monday, August 15, at Christner’s Prime Steak and Lobster, 729 Lee Rd.,…
Prepare now for storms that can wreak havoc on weak and stressed trees, causing property damageThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
A pitfall to living in the subtropics is the ever-present threat of strong storms and hurricanes. It’s important to prepare your trees before a storm. High…
A.O.K. Tire Mart offers ‘Hot Summer Car Care’ tips that will help keep you safeThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Summer is the season for beaches, barbecues and breakdowns. Even though summer usually means fun, the hotter months have a way of wreaking havoc on your…
Apopka honors Austin DuranThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Many people lined U.S. Highway 441 in Apopka to honor Apopka firefighter Austin Duran, 25, who died after suffering an on-the-job accident. The fire truck carrying…
City candidate forum scheduledThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Kyle Becker and Lynetta Johnson are running for Seat 3 to replace Doug Bankson, who is running for State House of Representatives District 39.
Helping out a longtime Apopka residentThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Cynthia Phillips (c) is all smiles as she sees the makeover done on her home on 13th Street in Apopka. At the right is Todd Lamphere…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Hot weather still keeps anglers off the lakes in middayThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Hello Folks, It’s been hot and it’s still hot. I guess due to the hot weather not too many folks are gettin’ on the water and…
Mustangs hoping better summer play leads to more winsThe Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
If summer 7-on-7 results mean anything, the Wekiva Mustangs football team showed a much-improved ability to prepare for the upcoming season.