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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 24, 2022
A great egret with breeding plumage sits by itself on a clump of vegetation along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on the North Shore of Lake…
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
Tuffy Auto Service Centers in Apopka is committed to treating their customers with honesty, respect and professionalism. Their philosophy is to provide quality parts and service…
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
The miracle and beauty of the sun can be quickly forgotten when you are temporarily blinded by its glare. Having a bright shaft of sunlight hit…
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
Since 2016, the American Public Gas Association (APGA) and natural gas utilities across the nation – including Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) – have recognized…
King Buffet Chinese Restaurant
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 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
March 18, 2022
The seniors who make up the top five percent of the Wekiva High School Class of 2022 are shown with Principal Dr. Tamara Baker-Drayton. They are,…
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
“The weather during the first couple of days was an obvious problem,” said Chris DeClue, past president of Apopka Rotary. Read more on page 11A.
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
Police Chief Mike McKinley swore in the new officers, wishing them success and safety throughout their careers. The three new APD officers are Jomar Perez, Hunter…
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in late February, a Ukrainian mother and her two sons have found refuge in Apopka with a host family.
The Apopka Chief
March 18, 2022
An idea of helping feed Ukrainian refugees grew from an idea to reality in less than two weeks through the City of Destiny Church in Apopka.
Nice set of pearly whites you have thereThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
An alligator has its mouth wide open along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive near the historic pumphouse. Read more on the drive on page 1A.
Spring game now a jamboree at Winter Park along with Dr. PhillipsThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Instead of going to Osceola County to play in a spring game, the Blue Darters will held to Showalter Field. Find out more on 1B.
Apopka High School seniors hold very friendly takeover eventThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
On the last day for seniors at AHS, numerous student leaders from the Senior Class Council and the Student Gov't. got to shadow school staff. See…
Apopka High seniors say goodbye to campusThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Apopka High School held its annual senior send-off Wednesday, May 12, at the school. Read more on page 7A.
Apopka woman will note 100th birthday with a weekend-long celebrationThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
In celebration of her 100th birthday, Jennell Payne Simmons will have a weekend-long celebration next mont. Read this story on page 6A.
More football practice photosThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Additional photos found on 6B and 10B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Panfish, bass bitin’ in Central Florida lakes and riversThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Hello Folks, Well, we are back in town and glad to be home to some nice warm weather. My wife Shirley and I had a great…
Major leaguerThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Wekiva High School graduate Logan Gilbert was called up this week to the Seattle Mariners.
Commissioner’s awardThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore’s Neighborhood of the Month Award goes to the Deer Lake Chase neighborhood. Read more on page 12A.
Parenting seminar setThe Apopka Chief
May 14, 2021
Many Apopka community organizations are banding together to help parents know the ins and outs of protecting and helping their children in this digital age. Angela…