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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
March 25, 2022
Austin Camacho, a 2020 Apopka High School graduate, has been named to the Dean’s List With Distinction at Duke University. Read more on page 3A.
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
A groundbreaking took place on March 16 at Wekiwa Springs State Park for the $1.2-million, 1.5-acre Serenity Garden, designed to be a one-of-a-kind sensory experience that…
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
Over the next few weeks, the city will begin work on two larger road projects in different areas of Apopka. One of the city of Apopka’s…
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
John and Eileen Ricketson celebrated their 58th anniversary Sunday, March 20. The Ricketsons own The Apopka Chief and The Planter. The Ricketsons were married at Fort…
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
On Tuesday, Morgan Hall looks to play a ball to a teammate as she’s challenged by an Olympia player. See more photos on page 6B.
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
The Wekiva Mustangs water polo boys and girls teams faced hometown rival Apopka. Read more on page 5B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
Hello Folks, The last few days have been so nice with it bein’ cool in the mornin’ and in the 80s durin’ the day. I just…
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
Wekiva flag football topples Horizon 24-0 while Mustangs’ softball team falls to Osceola 9-2 in post-spring break action.  Page 1B
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
The solid pitching and fielding, along with timely hitting that had led the Apopka Blue Darters baseball team to a 7-0 record didn’t return after spring…
The Apopka Chief
March 25, 2022
The Apopka Blue Darters softball team had no trouble in its first game following spring break. More photos on page 6B.
New Rotary Club membersThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Rotary Club of Apopka welcomed new members at its May 13 club meeting. Find out more on page 7A.
Voracious readersThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
The Apopka Memorial Middle School Battle of the Books Team recently completed three rounds of competition to move on to the final battle. Read more about…
Award winner Clark leads local hospitalThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
As CEO of AdventHealth Apopka, Tim Clark said the hospitals role during COVID19 has been to ensure that the hospital became “the voice of calm and…
Master Muffler & Brake Center provides complete automotive service and repairThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Taking care of your car throughout its life isn’t always easy. You might lose track of the maintenance schedule when you’re busy or you might put…
More photos of Apopka’s jamboreeThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Apopka’s Antwone Robinson tackles a Winter Park ball carrier that hurdled a teammate during the Darters’ single quarter game.
Don’t Delay, LANGD Urges Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season TodayThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
While many states experience snowfall and frigid winter temperatures, Florida is home to tropical climate year-round. However, that consistent warm weather and the state’s proximity to…
Maltby Tree Service and Landscaping encourages you to prepare your property now before hurricane season beginsThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Summer is right around the corner and with it comes the dreaded hurricane season. While the start of hurricane season officially starts June 1, now is…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Bluegills, shellcrackers are bitin’ in most of our area lakesThe Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope everyone had a great weekend and you got a chance to do some fishin’. The bluegills and shellcrackers are bitin’ in most…
Mayor lobbies governor for state dollars for fire station, floodingThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson took a one-day trip to Tallahassee this week looking to get state financial help on a couple of big-dollar projects. Read the…
PeteVergos competes at national levelThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
At the United States Bowling Congress’ Intercollegiate Singles Championship (ISC), Pete Vergos excelled. Find out how he plaed on page 1A.