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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
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…
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
A well-known, award-winning photographer and the president of a promotional printing company each gave business-marketing tips as panelists in “Market Your Business!,” the July installment of…
The 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…
The 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.
The 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…
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Attendees met 15 candidates in this year’s election for various public offices during the annual Political Hob Nob and Straw Poll, organized by the Apopka Area…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The 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…
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
Head coach Jeff Rolson and the Apopka Blue Darters are preparing to take the field to begin practice, although contact is not allowed the first five…
The 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.
The Apopka Chief
July 29, 2022
There was talk about six new firefighter positions, a new firetruck, two new ambulances, and reimbursement to new paramedics for their EMS schooling, but the Apopka…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Make sure that fishin’ is part of your Christmas celebrationsThe Apopka Chief
December 17, 2021
Hello Folks, Do you realize that we are only a few days away from Christmas? This is a great time of the year with all the decorations,…
Let’s go bowling, as in watching many college football bowl gamesThe Apopka Chief
December 17, 2021
It’s time for college football teams to go bowling and while some of them may actually roll a bowling ball, I’m talking about college football bowl…
Wow Your Guests with Natural Gas this Holiday SeasonThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
As we enter the height of the holiday season, it’s important that we continue to cherish this time filled with love, cheer ... and, of course,…
KIDZDANCE – Dancing into the Holiday SeasonThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Add some sparkle to your gifts this year. The GIFT of DANCE can be a life-changing gift! This season, as you do your Christmas shopping or…
The Home Wise Michelle Chase Team mission is to deliver services that exceed your expectationsThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Choosing a Realtor® is the most important decision in the home sales process. The Michelle Chase HomeWise Team knows you only have one chance to make…
Pastor EmeritusThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Dr. Virgil Lovett, who led Trinity Baptist Church of Apopka as senior pastor for 37-1/2 years, was honored Sunday, December 5, by the church when he…
Hope CommUnity Center of Apopka celebrates 50 years of helpingThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Among those at the event were, (l-r), Mary Carroll, Sister Ann Kendrick, and Nilika Melendez.
Insurance discussedThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Following a legislative preview townhall meeting held Tuesday, December 7, at the Apopka Community Center/VFW, a second townhall meeting to talk about insurance issues in Florida…
Rissers hold annual toy driveThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
Shirley and Richard Risser of Apopka (second and third from the left) stand with others and bags of toys during an event on their Apopka property.…
Next stop: State title gameThe Apopka Chief
December 10, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darters football team used its strong defense to lead the way in a 21-0 victory over the Port St. Lucie Treasure Coast Titans…