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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.

Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
May 28, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week, and you enjoyin’ our summer days. The fishin’ is still doin’ good in most of the…
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May 28, 2021
The staff at Cobblestone Insurance Agency wants to make sure you are adequately covered before hurricane season starts June 1st by planning ahead. Don’t wait until…
The Apopka Chief
May 28, 2021
As one of two recipients of this year’s Pillar Award, Bunnie Acree Schorejs credits God for all she has done. Read the full story on page…
The Apopka Chief
May 28, 2021
The Apopka Woman’s Club granted four college-bound students and one Apopka resident planning to continue her adult education. Read more on page 5A.
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May 21, 2021
Rotary Club of Apopka welcomed new members at its May 13 club meeting. Find out more on page 7A.
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May 21, 2021
Apopka defensive lineman Michael Spain strips the ball from Dr. Phillips quarterback Jojo Patti. Read more on the game on page 1B.
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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…
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May 21, 2021
Industrial warehouses are popping up left and right in the city of Apopka with all of them having one thing in common – State Road 429.…
The Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
A historical clock that was once a centerpiece of the former State Bank of Apopka was unveiled in its new location. The clock was restored by…
The Apopka Chief
May 21, 2021
Some statistics regarding children and teens’ device usage are eye opening, to say the least. Angela and Adam Shaw will conduct the free seminar. Get all…
Wekiva flag football work in progress as new players gain experience during seasonThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
Like many teams over the last calendar year, the Wekiva Mustangs flag football team faces several unknowns due to the pandemic.  Read more on the Mustangs…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Bass need a break from all the tournaments on Central Florida lakesThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
Hello Folks, It’s a great thing to live here in our area. The weather has been great, a little warm, but it beats snow and ice.…
Speaker named for Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast scheduled for May 6The Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
This year’s Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast will feature Dr. Kevin Baird, Director of Pastoral Ministries from the Florida Family Policy Council. Get details on page 3A.
Ribbon cutting for imaging centerThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
A ribbon cutting was held Monday, March 8, at the recently opened AdventHealth Imaging Center. Read more on page 9A.
Business awardThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore awarded her March 2021 Business Curb Appeal honor to the Mobil Gas Station at the corner of Wekiwa Springs…
City may get millions from federal stimulus billThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
If a projection from the Florida League of Cities is correct, the city of Apopka could receive more than $22 million from the federal government as…
Sir Gus visits ApopkaThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
Sir Gus, the well-known Bahia Shrine camel, visited Apopka on Saturday, March 13, during the 5K race held by the Shriners at the Northwest Recreation Complex…
Economic development website set to debut soonThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
A new economic development website for Apopka that will serve as a one-stop online resource for businesses seeking to relocate or establish a branch in Apopka is on the verge of…
Car show is popular part of annual Apopka FairThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
A few of the many sights and sounds associated with the Apopka Fair’s inclusion of the annual Classic Car Show are the shine of chrome, the…
Bags of Love group seeking volunteers to helpThe Apopka Chief
March 19, 2021
For the past decade, residents of Florida Living Retirement Community (FLRC) have provided a ministry, named Bags of Love, for youngsters who are in crisis. Read…