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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
May 20, 2022
The Mustangs run through a series of skills drills during practice on Monday. See more photos on page 3B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
May 20, 2022
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and you are lookin’ forward to the weekend. They are callin’ for a little wet stuff…
The Apopka Chief
May 20, 2022
The spring football game for the Apopka Blue Darters was moved over concerns about a high likelihood of stormy weather.
The Apopka Chief
May 20, 2022
“We had them where we wanted them, but we were a little flat tonight…,” Apopka coach Bobby Brewer said. See more photos on page 3B.
The Apopka Chief
May 20, 2022
The Blue Darters, coached by Mike MacWithey, ended the season with an 18-8 record. See more photos on page 3B.
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2022
     Park Avenue Animal Hospital has been providing the gentle bedside manner that owners expect, with the cutting edge medicine pets deserve in the Apopka…
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2022
The Foliage Garden Club of Apopka installed officers for 2022-2023 at its May 5 meeting. Louise A. Fortunato officiated at the installation. Find out who the…
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2022
An Apopka High (Sophia Chase-Azzoui) and Wekiva High (Jonah Thompson) students were awarded two of the larger scholarships recently by the Central Florida Hotel and Lodging…
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2022
Brittany Corfman Parks will be the guest speaker for the Northwest Orange Republican Women Federated. Read more on page 8A.
The Apopka Chief
May 13, 2022
It is officially that time of year when Floridians begin stocking up on canned goods and non-perishables, flashlights and batteries, and a hearty supply of bottled…
Blue Darters battle Dr. PhillipsThe Apopka Chief
September 17, 2021
During a first half where both teams struggled to move the ball and put points on the board. More on 1A
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Not many people are gettin’ on the water during heat of the dayThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend and you got a chance to do some fishin’. It’s still kinda hot and not too many…
Mustangs vs. KnightsThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
Quarterback Tyray Davis stiffarms an Ocoee defender on September 3, during the Mustangs’ game against the Knights. Read more on page 1B. More photos on 6B,…
apopka Hunt Club Medical Care
For over 44 years, Hunt Club Medical Care has been caring for people in the Apopka communityThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
When it comes to your health, there’s no place like home and family to take care of you. That’s the kind of care you can come…
Blue Darters have defensive battle against Wet Orange WarriorsThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
AHS's Rashad Watson (l) blocked a West Orange punt off the foot of Brandon Matson. Read more on page 1B. More photos on page 3B.
Lowe’s employees help refurbish, upgrade Camp WewaThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
Volunteers from 15 area Lowe’s home improvement stores are finishing up their three days of work refurbishing Camp Wewa, a former YMCA camp now owned by…
Apopka police officer honored as Drug Recognition Expert of YearThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
The Florida Law Enforcement Traffic Safety Challenge selected Apopka Officer Robert Campbell as the 2020 Drug Recognition Expert of the Year.  Read more on page 3A.
City honors longtime resident Harvey CaldwellThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
The city recognized Harvey Caldwell for his career achievements, contributions to the community and as a volunteer for the Apopka Historical Society. Read the full story…
Nature takes its courseThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
In this photograph submitted by reader Nate Teeter, an alligator is about to chomp down on a turtle along the 11-mile Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read…
Apopkan works with explosivesThe Apopka Chief
September 10, 2021
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Micah Waits of Apopka, an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) technician with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron sets up an explosive charge during a…