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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
November 18, 2022
As the new Miss Apopka, Sarah Sarver wants to help creatives through her social impact initiative.
The Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
The game was moved because the previous week’s playoff games were delayed due to Hurricane Nicole.
The Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
No, the numbers weren’t out of sight, but I thought both the running game and passing game showed improvement. See more photos throughout Section B.
The Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
The Blue Darters will host three days of the action that features teams from Orange County’s Metro Conference against foes from all around Central Florida.
The Apopka Chief
November 18, 2022
With 1:40 remaining in the game at approximately 8:20 pm, two rounds of gunfire were exchanged in the parking lot. See more photos throughout Section B.
The Apopka Chief
November 18, 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…
The Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
“We are so excited for this phenomenal night across the state, and for the results of tonight’s race!” Bankson said.
The Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Happy Wekiva Mustang football players celebrate their 20-14 victory over hometown rival Apopka High on Friday, November 4, after being presented the Mayor’s Cup trophy by…
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November 11, 2022
Jack Barsky will also debunk the public misconception about life in espionage.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
November 11, 2022
Hello Folks, By the time this article hits the stands, we will have been through another hurricane/sub-tropical storm. I hope and pray that you and your…
A delicious appetizer, this recipe for Potato Skins takes some timeThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Taken from Charleston Receipts, submitted by Mrs. R. O. Dion, Hasenpfeffer is a German recipe for cooking rabbit. The process starts with a soak time, some…
Sertoma award winner namedThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Deborah Green, a volunteer with the Orange Audubon Society was named the Service to Mankind award winner. Read more on page 12A.
Women’s History Month noted by museum speakerThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Dr. Kathryn Shuler was the featured speaker at the Museum of the Apopkans. More than 40 people heard her inspirational message. Read more on page 12A.
Homes in Partnership helps area family use sweat equity to secure new homeThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
A nonprofit organization welcomed a family to their new home, which they partook in building and move into at the end of this month. Read more…
Keeping an eye on thingsThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
An alligator keeps his eyes peeled recently along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. The 11-mile, one-way wildlife drive is…
60th Apopka Art and Foliage Festival scheduledThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
The 60th Apopka Art and Foliage Festival will offer more food vendor options including a vegan truck but the crowd favorite – crazy hats – will…
Cost of small city project triples, so city scales backThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Because the cost to put in decorative sidewalks and a crosswalk has tripled in the past six months, the City Council voted Wednesday, April 6, to…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
As weather warms, specks have moved deeper as they seek the cooler waterThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Hello Folks, It’s a great time to be in Florida and fishin’. The specks are all done and definitely have moved to deep water. You will have to…
Wekiva boys basketball showed marked improvementThe Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
When the 2021-22 boys basketball season ended, the Wekiva Mustangs were once again a presence on the state level.
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Visit Essential Eyecare & Optical, your family eye doctor is waiting for you!The Apopka Chief
April 8, 2022
Essential Eyecare & Optical knows your eyesight is one of your most important senses: 80% of what we perceive comes through our sense of sight. Many people might…