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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.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
July 22, 2022
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great weekend and you got out and did a little fishin’. Some folks are still fishin’ for panfish, bluegills,…
The Apopka Chief
July 22, 2022
The Section 5 championship tournament for the Junior Division (14 years of age and under) consisted of four teams.
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Graceworx Community Church is inviting the public to join them for their worship service at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, where the musical contributions of…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Two and a half years into the pandemic, communities across the country are still feeling the impacts. And with inflation at a four-decade high, many Americans…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Rotary Club of Apopka in its 95th year of service to the community had the installation of new officers and directors July 7 at The Tavern…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Rotary eClub of Florida presented Dr. Loretta Forlaw, RN and Col-Ret USA, with a Paul Harris Fellowship as a thank you for her help and assistance…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
As a part of its 50-year anniversary, Hope CommUnity Center (HCC) celebrated its Pathway to Citizenship Program participants as they became naturalized citizens. The center held its…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
To Lynetta Johnson, bringing more businesses into the community is an important issue for the near future.
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
The fountain spouts at Martin’s Pond, located along U.S. Highway 441 in downtown Apopka. The pond is part of the Apopka City Center.
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
The Sheeler Oaks Homeowners Association renamed its larger park from Big Park to O’Neal Park after Elaine Walleker O’Neal.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Weather will make fish more aggressive this time of yearThe Apopka Chief
December 3, 2021
Hello Folks, I believe that we are well into fall and summer is behind us. We have some days this week up in the high 70s…
AHS boys basketball off to a winning startThe Apopka Chief
December 3, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darters boys basketball team got off to a 3-0 start over the past week in the Earl Graham Metro vs. Florida Challenge that…
Master Muffler & Brake Center knows that car maintenance is crucial to avoid breakdownsThe Apopka Chief
December 3, 2021
Yes, car  maintenance might sound boring.  But, because you’re busy with work, family, friends and kids it’s so easy to let things slip. One afternoon at…
Blue Darters go overtime with SeminoleThe Apopka Chief
December 3, 2021
Both teams had to overcome a power outage at halftime where the stadium lights and scoreboard went dark.
U.S. Rep Demings touts infrastructure bill in ApopkaThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
U.S. Rep. Val Demings, (D-Orlando) was in Apopka Tuesday, November 23, to promote the recently passed federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act at a news briefing that was held at the…
Masons donate turkeysThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
For the fourth year in a row, the Brothers of Orange Lodge No.36 F&AM, donated 30 turkeys to the First Baptist Church of Apopka for its…
Apopka police chief swears in new officersThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
Attending were family and friends of the new officers, as well as current police department and city personnel. Sworn in were Alex Crane and Melissa Mercado.…
Apopka Woman’s Club gives checks to Loaves & Fishes, APDThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
The club raises funds through the annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival held each year in late April. The proceeds from the event are given to…
Wekiva High band raising funds for new uniformsThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
The Wekiva High School band is aiming to raise $90,000 to replace its band uniforms, which were purchased when the school opened its doors 14 years…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Hope you had a great turkey day and you get to go fishin’The Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
Hello Folks, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgivin’ weekend. By the time you read this article Thanksgivin’ Day will be over…