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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 15, 2022
The Winn-Dixie supermarket along with Oak Dental Partners will anchor the Apopka City Center.
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Wekiva football players take the opportunity to train in the weight room during the off-season.  Players have also been training on the field as a team…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Hello Folks, The hot days of summer are here, but the good news is that the fishin’ is still doin’ pretty good. If you can get…
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
See more sports photos on page 4B.
The Apopka Chief
July 15, 2022
Rylan Moffitt, was honored for breaking the 1,000-point barrier. Shown with her are Wekiva athletic director Brian Bruce (l) and girls basketball coach Tommie Butts (r).…
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy the warm Florida weather. But the heat and humidity can become dangerous for your pets, which…
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
At King Buffet Chinese Restaurant, you will always find an abundant variety of fresh and delicious foods. You will also find their service to be top-notch…
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Vehicles are an important part of our daily lives. They can be trusted and true for years on end as we drive to school, work, and…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
Hello Folks, Well, hello summer. It’s July and summer time is here and boy, oh, boy, is it here in full force. We are havin’ some…
The Apopka Chief
July 8, 2022
A much-improved ability to prepare for the upcoming season paid dividends for the Wekiva Mustangs football team during a summer 7-on-7 league in the form of…
Blue Darters fight Mustangs soccerThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
The action was intense Thursday, November 18, in a girls soccer game between the Apopka Blue Darters and the Wekiva Mustangs. Here, Wekiva’s Juviah Lara tussles…
Wekiva girls basketball VS Blue DartersThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
When meeting on Monday, November 22, the latest edition of a geographical rivalry and major championship was decided between the Apopka Blue Darters and Wekiva Mustangs.
Blue Darters travel to face host Seminole High in regional finalThe Apopka Chief
November 26, 2021
For the fourth time in the past five seasons, the Apopka Blue Darters will face Sanford Seminole in the playoffs.
Nelson’s Insurance Services can help with your personal or commercial insuranceThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
Have you ever been kept awake at night by the thought of what could happen to your loved ones if a tragedy struck you, your home…
Maltby’s Tree Service & Landscaping can ensure your property is beautiful and safeThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
For many busy households, the holiday season is a time for family, friends, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, overgrown or dead tree…
Wekiva High band receives superior ratingThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
The Wekiva High School marching band recently earned a Superior rating, the highest rank, in the Music Performance Assessments for marching bands in their district. Read…
Historical society notes restored Apopka houseThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
After the purchase, the renovation project took only six months, according to Newark. Find out more in this week’s Apopka Chief.
Ribbon cutting heldThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce and city of Apopka leaders welcomed Compass Health with a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, November 16.
Looking to win a turkeyThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
Dana Foster from Umatilla takes her best shot at winning a turkey Saturday, November 13, at the annual turkey shoot held by the Apopka Elks Lodge.
Just whistling alongThe Apopka Chief
November 19, 2021
A handful of coots and fulvous whistling ducks swim along recently in one of the canals along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.