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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
May 14, 2021
Wekiva Mustangs football entered a new era when hiring Jeremiah Schwartz. Read more on 1B.
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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.
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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…
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May 14, 2021
It’s generally agreed that Memorial Day is the unofficial beginning of summer. Pet Care Center of Apopka wants you to know it’s their passion and privilege…
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May 14, 2021
Essential Eyecare is open during normal business hours but are taking extra steps to ensure your safety as well as the staff’s. They are conducting pre-screening…
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May 7, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darters boys volleyball team compete in the District 6 championship. See photos and the outcome of this game on 1B.
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May 7, 2021
More than 300 people honored the National Day of Prayer with prayer, worship, and listening to a message of hope from a keynote speaker at the…
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May 7, 2021
More photos of Wekiva and Apopka's first day of full contact can be found on 6B.
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May 7, 2021
The city of Apopka is exploring the possibility of implementing global position system-tracking technology into the city-owned Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery. Find out what the City is planning to do with the GPS…
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May 7, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darters baseball team honored its nine seniors prior to a game in April. Players identified on page 1B.
Rain earlier this week was very welcomedThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
Hello Folks, Well, it sure was nice to finally get some rain. I’m sure everyone is happy to see the rain and get our yards green again. Since…
florida Regional All State Chorus Dream Lake Elementary School members
DLES Chorus at RegionalsThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
The Regional All State Chorus will be held in November at University of South Florida. The students will be working with Dr. Jeffery Redding, who is…
Hope CommUnity Center of Apopka hosting Quinceñaeras del Pueblo celebration
Hope CommUnity Center will honor sisters with celebrationThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
To celebrate the birthdays of Sister Teresa McElwee and Sister Ann Kendrick, Hope CommUnity Center of Apopka is inviting the community to join them in a…
Apopka Police Department gives free bike helmets to Lakeville Elementary
Apopka Police Department gives free bike helmets to Lakeville Elementary studentsThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
More than 60 Lakeville Elementary School students got a boost in their bicycle safety when they received free helmets from the Apopka Police Department. “Orange County…
John Land Gala speaker says he’s proud to call Apopka his hometownThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
When Apopka native Eddie Brown received a phone call from the John Land Apopka Community Trust inviting him to be this year’s speaker at the trust’s…
Habitat homes dedicatedThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
Four families reached a milestone in their lives when new homes were dedicated to them on a special day designated by the United Nations.  “Many hands…
U.S. Rep. Val Demings speaks at WekivaThe Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
Wekiva High School students listened to Congresswoman Val Demings speak about her journey from an impoverished childhood in Jacksonville to becoming Orlando’s first woman police chief…
Nelson’s Insurance Services welcomes new Commercial Account ManagerThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Nelson’s Insurance Services would like to welcome Michael Schmidt to their company. Michael is the new Commercial Account Manager and can write general liability, workers’ comp,…
Baptiste Orthodontics believes you deserve a happy, healthy smileThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Improving your smile and the alignment of your teeth begins by visiting a certified orthodontist. Summertime is a fantastic time to schedule a consultation and take…
Sheeler Auto Repair
For over 20 years, Sheeler Auto Repair has been keeping families safe on the roadThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
With autumn here, you’ll begin to have shorter days, cooler temperatures, and will probably experience more travel time on the road with the holiday season fast…