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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
January 6, 2023
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart and defensive lineman Jalen Carter, an Apopka High School alumnus, have become very good buddies over the past three seasons as…
The Apopka Chief
January 6, 2023
The success achieved by the Wekiva Mustangs boys basketball team during the 2022 calendar year had not been experienced over the past five year.
The Apopka Chief
January 5, 2023
A Great Blue Heron perches on the corner of a guard rail patiently searching the water along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive for a meal. The…
The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Your smile is one of the first things, if not the first thing that someone notices about you. Whether you’re meeting up with friends for a…
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December 30, 2022
On Thursday, December 15, officers and senators of the Apopka High School Student Government Association delivered presents to all the pre-K and kindergarten students at Phillis…
The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
A ribbon cutting was held recently for Scott Capital Finances in Hunt Club business Center. Pictured are Commissioner Alexander Smith, Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, owners Angela…
The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
With temperatures in the high 20s, ice formed on these blueberry bushes located at H&A Farms on Jones Avenue in Zellwood after the sprinklers were run…
The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
The city will hold a public meeting to discuss the Clear Water Lake flooding issues at Apopka City Hall.
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The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
The Apopka City Council approved allocation of coronavirus relief funds for four city improvement projects.
The Apopka Chief
December 30, 2022
Bringing the ball up the court for Apopka is Janiya  Johnson during the game against Ponte Vedra in the Bishop Moore tourney. See more photos on…
Political races set for City Council, county, statewide electionsThe Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
Former City Commissioner Kyle Becker and political newcomer Lynetta Johnson will vie in a special election to replace Bankson.
Why did the turtle cross the road?The Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
A large Florida softshell turtle takes a quick look around while crossing one of the roads on the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The 11-mile, one-way drive…
Mustangs hold summer conditioningThe Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
During summer conditioning sessions held at Wekiva  High School players run the ball.
Apopka Little League teams getting ready for actionThe Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
There are three levels/rounds of all-star play in Florida – district, region and state. Read more on page 6B.
State all-starsThe Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
Jesi Mora (l) and Aubrey Evans were joined by Apopka head softball coach Mike MacWithey during the Florida Athletic Coaches Association all-star softball games played at…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Fishin’ has been good while Jim was goneThe Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
Hello Folks, Well, it’s always good to be back home. Shirley and I are back from our vacation in Alaska. Our daughter gave us a cruise…
Workplace Screening Intelligence is a full-service laboratory for all your testing needsThe Apopka Chief
June 17, 2022
Workplace Screening Intelligence offers drug testing and COVID-19 screening for employers, employees, and the public. Plus, they offer drug testing at over 15,000 collection sites in…
Visit Essential Eyecare & Optical, your family eye doctor is waiting for you!The Apopka Chief
June 17, 2022
Summer brings with it fun outdoor activities like lounging on the beach or by the pool, taking vacations, and a host of outdoor sports. But as…
Veterans wave flags, meet with legislatorsThe Apopka Chief
June 17, 2022
The Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses met Tuesday, June 14, at the Apopka Community Center/VFW to wave flags on Flag Day (top picture) and hear,…
A look back at ‘21-’22 sports year for Apopka Blue DartersThe Apopka Chief
June 17, 2022
Members of the Apopka Blue Darters girls basketball team happily accept the district championship trophy. See more sports photos on page 1B.