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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
December 22, 2023
Defying the inclement weather, the community held its Wreaths Across America Day on Saturday, December 16, at the Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery.
Headshot of a man with a gray beard and hair in a collared shirt, tie and jacket.
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) has appointed Brent Haywood, as the company’s next chief executive officer and general manager, effective January 8, 2024.
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
Local businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders were honored for their community service, contributions to the community, and accomplishments at the 2023 annual Apopka Chamber Business Awards.
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
The seniors of the Apopka High School’s Student Government Association (SGA) visited Phillis Wheatley Elementary on Tuesday, December 19, to deliver presents to all the pre-K…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
Hello Folks, I wish I could tell you that the fishin’ is fantastic, but I cannot tell a lie. As you all know, last weekend we…
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
The Apopka Boys’ basketball team split their two games after press time last week, beating the West Orange Warriors 67-37, who are now 1-8, on Wednesday,…
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters Boys’ soccer team had a tough time last week as they tied one and lost one. More photos on 3B.
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters Girls’ basketball team had a great showing last week winning two of their three games.
The Apopka Chief
December 22, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters picked right back up from where they left off last season, winning the Grenadiers Girls Grappler Classic.
The Apopka Chief
December 15, 2023
The Dickens Carolers—who’ve been inspiring Central Florida audiences for the past 30 years with their performances of the music of Christmas—will present a concert at Graceworx…
Unique event prior to Edgewater game worth attendingThe Apopka Chief
September 22, 2023
The Darters will host a very formidable foe in the Edgewater Eagles today, but unlike other home games, there will be a unique pregame pep rally…
Best half of season leads to solid victory over Dr. PhillipsThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
In what I thought was the best half of the season for the Apopka High football team, the Blue Darters overcame an 11-point deficit to up…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Weather is still summer-like in Central Florida, but fishin’ is OKThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
Hello Folks, I thought cooler weather was just around the corner. Boy, was I wrong. Still havin’ some hot days but we might get some cooler temperatures next week. At…
Take the worry out of storm damage clean-up with fast, reliable service from Maltby’s Tree Service and LandscapingThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
When storms leave a path of destruction on your trees and landscape, rapid response time and expert advice from Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping will make…
Supporting Our Community: Lake Apopka Natural Gas District’s Helping HandThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
When the COVID-19 pandemic surfaced in 2020, nobody could have imagined its impact on so many families trying to make ends meet. At Lake Apopka Natural…
Mistakes lead to Wekiva’s loss to Lake MinneolaThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
For a second consecutive contest, mistakes doomed the Wekiva Mustangs to a loss.
Community recognizes 22nd anniversary of 9/11 attacksThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
The community recognized the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the front steps of Apopka City Hall with the community being reminded not to…
Blue Darters come back from 14 behind to winThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
The Apopka Blue Darters stayed undefeated after a hard-fought win over the host Dr. Phillips Panthers on Friday, September 8.
Suspect arrested for cemetery vandalism, released on bondThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
Members of the community provided video of the crime to Apopka detectives, which led to identification of the suspect, according to the news release.
A bird’s good side at Lake Apopka Wildlife DriveThe Apopka Chief
September 15, 2023
Visitors can see many wildlife at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive such as this limpkin. The drive is free and open to the public each Friday…