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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 7, 2021
When the 2021 season kicks off the Darter’s the will be running a new offense. Read about it on 1B.
The Apopka Chief
May 7, 2021
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Destini Click, of Apopka, posts security at an entry control point. Read more on page 6A.
The Apopka Chief
May 7, 2021
WFTV Channel 9 Chief Meteorologist Tom Terry recounted how his news station continued broadcasting during the COVID-19 pandemic, offered disaster preparedness tips in light of the…
apopka Hunt Club Medical Care
The Apopka Chief
May 7, 2021
When it comes to your health, there’s no place like home and family to take care of you. That’s the kind of care you can come…
The Apopka Chief
May 7, 2021
Apopka Fire Chief Sean Wylam has proposed relocating an Orlando Health Air Care Team helicopter from Longwood to Apopka. Read more about Chief Sean Wylam’s proposal on…
The Apopka Chief
May 7, 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
April 30, 2021
See photos of the 59th Annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival on page 10A.
The Apopka Chief
April 30, 2021
Nine Apopka High School athletes signed college scholarships on Wednesday, April 28, in the school’s media center. Read more on page 3B.
The Apopka Chief
April 30, 2021
More than 500 Rock Springs Ridge homeowners attended a community meeting where they discussed a proposed land swap that would stop potential development on the subdivision’s…
The Apopka Chief
April 30, 2021
The Lions scored single runs in the first and second innings. Find out what happens in this game on page 1B.
Wekiva seeks to bounce back vs. DPThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Even long after moving to different districts, the Panthers have never failed to appear on the Mustangs’ schedule as an annual series … Find out why…
Former Blue Darter Bobby Brewer now AHS baseball coachThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Former Apopka Blue Darters baseball player and assistant coach Bobby Brewer has taken over the reins of the Apopka High baseball program and will coach the…
AHS crowns king and queen during homecoming festivitiesThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
See more photos from Apopka's pep rally and homecoming... page 3B.
As weather cools down, fishin’ in our area should improveThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is ready for some cooler weather and some of Florida’s great fishin’. The fishin’ should continue to get better as we move into the fall…
Edgewater hands Mustangs 1st loss in district match-upThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
The biggest contest of the season was anything but from the Wekiva Mustangs’ perspective. Read how …
Baby bottle fundraiser proceeds will benefit Apopka Pregnancy Care CenterThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
The Apopka Pregnancy Care Center (APCC) had a baby bottle fundraiser and with the help of the community. For the Baby Bottle Fundraiser, Badcock Furniture, (left),…
Comm. Becker says he’s running for 2nd termThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Apopka City Commissioner Kyle Becker is the first person to announce that he is running in the 2020 Apopka municipal election, which is scheduled for March…
State of City address focuses on Apopka’s growthThe Apopka Chief
October 4, 2019
Before an estimated 250 people, Mayor Bryan Nelson revealed developments in the planning stage and gave updates on projects now under construction in his second State…
My puppy has worms. Now what? Park Avenue Animal Hospital can helpThe Apopka Chief
September 27, 2019
Bringing a new puppy home can be an exciting time that’s full of challenges. Puppies rely on their owners to meet all of their needs, and…
Wekiva grad Mattie Rogers wins another medal at third straight Weightlifting World ChampionshipsThe Apopka Chief
September 27, 2019
Mattie Rogers, an Apopka native and graduate of Wekiva High School, this week became the first American woman to medal at three consecutive world championships since…