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  • Nick Nesta was elected mayor of Apopka in April 2026, after serving two terms on the Apopka City Commission. He founded Nesta Real Estate Consultants in 2013 and lives in Apopka with his wife and two daughters.

The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
Orange County commissioners voted unanimously to allocate $$ toward affordable housing units for development. Find out where in this week’s Apopka Chief.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
A new traffic signal will be installed and road modifications will be done at this entrance/exit. Find out where on page 1A.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
Four of the five seats on the Apopka City Council will be up for election. Read more in this week’s Apopka Chief.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
A great egret snaps a crawfish in half recently in a canal.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
Jeffrey Woodson carries the ball for the Darters, finding room opened by the offensive line. Find out who won in this week’s Apopka Chief.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
As you know, the Apopka-Ocoee game was postponed due to issues at Ocoee High School. Find out what the issues were on page 5B.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
The 2021 homecoming king and queen court candidates were announced. Find out who they are on page 9B.
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
Principal Drayton and members of the administrative team were on hand to assist students. Find out who were the team leaders on page 8B. 
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin a great week. We are headed for some great weather and some great fishin’. Fall begins this week and…
The Apopka Chief
September 24, 2021
A step team was one of the acts. See more photos in this week’s Apopka Chief.
city of apopka spends from reserves
City may have to spend dollars originally meant for reservesThe Apopka Chief
June 5, 2020
City of Apopka officials were hoping to put away about $1 million to help build reserves for the city’s General Fund, but with revenue shortfall due…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Full moon should help fishin’ this weekendThe Apopka Chief
June 5, 2020
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week and you got a chance to do some fishin’ over the weekend. Folks are gettin’ out…
Apopka citizens furious and bereaved over george floyd
‘Apopka community is well-knit family’The Apopka Chief
June 5, 2020
A community leader said though Apopka citizens may be just as furious and bereaved over what happened to Floyd, the tension hasn’t exploded into a desire…
Pet Care Center of Apopka
Tour Pet Care Center’s beautiful resort that features a doggy swimming pool and parklandsThe Apopka Chief
June 5, 2020
Pet Care Center of Apopka features Central Florida Vet’s premier pet resort, providing dog and cat boarding, in addition to their full veterinary hospital facility. While…
This hurricane season, weather the storm in comfort with natural gas by your sideThe Apopka Chief
June 5, 2020
While our community continues to navigate the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak together, it’s important not to forget about another challenging time that’s just around the corner: hurricane…
Wekiva High School principal retiresThe Apopka Chief
June 2, 2020
Effective July 1, Wekiva High School Principal Michele Erickson is retiring after 38 years with Orange County Public Schools. Erickson has been WHS principal since 2014,…
Apopka mom, son land graduate degrees at same timeThe Apopka Chief
June 2, 2020
Sue Moyer and her son Nick Moyer didn’t intend to graduate together. From the same university. With the same degree – in their case, a masters in business…
Amy Mercado will run for Orange Co. property appraiserThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2020
State Rep. Amy Mercado of Orlando has entered the race for Orange County property appraiser, becoming the fifth candidate to run for the job. Read more…
Dr. Richard Petrilli
Dr. Petrilli is an award-winning dentist celebrating over 20 years in ApopkaThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2020
Using the absolute latest technology, Dr. Petrilli can restore your teeth and gums to make them healthier and more resistant to future problems. He can also…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Rain is a relief for our area lakes and riversThe Apopka Chief
May 29, 2020
Hello Folks, I want to thank everyone for their prayers as we finally got some much-needed rain. Hopefully, we will get some more in the comin’…