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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
June 25, 2021
Attorney Patrick Smith, a partner at The Law Offices of Joseph F. Pippen Jr. & Associates, is here to help individuals, families, and corporations plan and prepare for the…
The Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
In 2006, Dr. Schroeder graduated from the University of Florida’s College of dentistry with a Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) and began her private practice…
The Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
An alligator suns itself on a bank along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive that is open each Friday through Sunday and on federal holidays. The gate…
The Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
More than 100 jobs were made available among 14 employers at the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce’s first job fair.  See page 1A.
The Apopka Chief
June 25, 2021
After the past year, you’re likely ready to give up your hibernating ways for some adventure and sunshine. For many people, this means summer vacations, trips…
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
In a 4-1 vote, the Apopka City Council voted Wednesday, June 16, to pay the Central Florida YMCA $4.7 million for the 70-acre Camp Wewa property…
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
The Miss Apopka Scholarship Competition Committee gave Miss Apopka 2020 Amanda Kronhaus, 24, a send-off celebration to wish her well. Read this story on page 1A.
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
Finn Foster, an Apopka resident, who was born in Russia and adopted by Americans, is releasing his first book this summer.  Read more on page 9A.
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
James A. Morrison II of Apopka graduated from Johns Hopkins University of Baltimore, Maryland, during the school’s ceremonies on May 27. Read this story in page…
The Apopka Chief
June 18, 2021
Eight new members were inducted into the Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka at its Tuesday, June 15, luncheon meeting. Read more on page 6A.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Bass are best thing to catch now as the weather warms upThe Apopka Chief
April 16, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope everyone got through the storm on Saturday, April 10, and you are gettin’ ready to do some fishin’. The weather is great…
Protect Yourself and the Environment with Lake Apopka Natural Gas DistrictThe Apopka Chief
April 16, 2021
Every April, Lake Apopka Natural Gas District (LANGD) joins thousands of public natural gas utilities across the country to celebrate National Safe Digging Month – educating…
Fun for all to be had at fair, car show, concert, and barbecue contestThe Apopka Chief
April 16, 2021
Kit Land Nelson Park and the Northwest Recreation Complex and amphitheater were abuzz last weekend. Pictures on 10A.
Blue Darters meet Edgewater EaglesThe Apopka Chief
April 16, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darters girls flag football team defeated the Edgewater Eagles in a contest between the two squads. See 10B.
Need help tackling your spring tree care? Call the experts at Maltby’s Tree Service and LandscapingThe Apopka Chief
April 16, 2021
Spring is here, and summer is fast approaching. Now is the time to have your trees professionally inspected so you can enjoy a safe and beautiful…
City sells building, fuel pumps at Orlando Apopka AirportThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
Looking to sell the fixed base operations (FBO) at Orlando Apopka Airport, the Apopka City Council Wednesday, April 7, unanimously approved a bid to sell the…
Common gallinules duke it out for supremacy on wildlife driveThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
A pair of common gallinules have a bit of a disagreement recently on one of the canal at the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive.
Apopka Fair arrivesThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
For 20 years, when spring comes, the feeling of that time of the year pervades the Apopka area as the Apopka Fair draws near.  Read about…
Growers will offer best foliage at annual Apopka eventThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
Thirteen foliage specialists will appear in the 59th annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival, showcasing landscape plants, vegetables, and more. Per tradition, the Apopka Art and Foliage…
Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast speaker wants to promote unityThe Apopka Chief
April 9, 2021
To Dr. Kevin Baird, the upcoming annual National Day of Prayer is “a great moment” to promote unity.  See more on 3A.