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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 1, 2022
Shown in this photo from 2021, Apopka High School graduate Donald Scott once again qualified for the world championships in the triple jump by finishing in…
The Apopka Chief
July 1, 2022
The Orange County School Board voted unanimously to approve Dr. Maria Vazquez as the next superintendent of Orange County Public Schools.
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July 1, 2022
Six mottled ducklings try to keep pace with their mother just ahead on one of the canals along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The drive is…
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July 1, 2022
Land on the north side of the interchange of U.S. Highway 441 and State Road 436 has been cleared to make way for the construction of…
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July 1, 2022
Mayor Bryan Nelson said he advocated for the law so that smaller restaurants could reduce the cost.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
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July 1, 2022
Hello Folks, The 4th of July weekend is on the way – a weekend of celebration of the birth of America’s independence where we can go…
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July 1, 2022
Each spring and summer, shorebirds and seabirds rely on Florida’s sandy beaches for critical nesting habitat. Read more on page 5B.
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July 1, 2022
For more Little League photos, see page 3B.
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July 1, 2022
Apopka football players work on various drills as they prepare for the upcoming season. Regular fall practice begins on August 1. See more photos on page…
The Apopka Chief
June 24, 2022
Submitted by: Edward “Skip” Strohm A natural disaster can leave you reeling financially as well as emotionally. You can minimize a storm’s impact on your home…
Honoring veteransThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
Lou Boria, a World War II veteran, speaks Thursday, November 11, during a Veterans Day ceremony held at Kit Land Nelson Park and sponsored by the…
Fall Family Festival is under way nowThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
The seventh annual edition of the Fall Family Festival is under way and will continue through Sunday, November 14. Read more in this week’s Apopka Chief.
Mayor Nelson recounts issues during State of City addressThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
“I think it is important to reflect on the challenges we have faced and will continue to face during this pandemic but realize as a city…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Cool fall weather makes fishin’ even more enjoyableThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
Hello Folks, I don’t know about you, but I love the fall weather and all the holiday traditions we have durin’ this time of the year.…
Blue Darters finish in top four in boys state bowling tourneyThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
Each outcome has been far more about what opponents did instead of what Apopka didn’t. Read more in this week’s Apopka Chief.
Apopka girls basketball team will go big, slow it downThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
Normally, Apopka Blue Darters girls basketball coach Brittany Hardy likes her teams to move the ball up and down the court as fast as possible. Read…
Master Your Holiday Recipes with Natural Gas CookingThe Apopka Chief
November 12, 2021
The holidays are a time to enjoy togetherness with the people you love most by sharing love, joy and of course ... good food. Whether it’s…
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A.O.K. Tire Mart reminds you to be prepared before hitting the roads this holidayThe Apopka Chief
November 5, 2021
Traveling for the holidays? Road trips planned to visit relatives? A mechanical once-over for your vehicle before taking to the highways could prevent breakdowns or being…
Planning a holiday vacation? Workplace Screening Intelligence offers a rapid COVID-19 Antigen test with results in 15 minutesThe Apopka Chief
November 5, 2021
The holidays are fast approaching, and perhaps you want to plan a vacation or long weekend get-away.  For most families, deciding to travel during the holidays…
Wekiva football battles Winter HavenThe Apopka Chief
November 5, 2021
A third fumble was committed on the subsequent Winter Haven possession. Read more on page 4B. Pictures on 6B.