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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
April 9, 2021
More than 90 people joined together under the big tent at Church of the Holy Spirit in Apopka to celebrate Easter Sunday. The story is on…
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April 9, 2021
The president of Seminole State College of Florida delved into the ways the college adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic over the past 12 months. Read about…
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April 9, 2021
The Apopka Sam’s Club location is recipient of the April 2021 District 2 Business Curb Appeal Award. Orange County Commissioner District 2 Christine Moore selected Sam’s…
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April 9, 2021
First baseman Ian Rosado prepares to catch a pickoff attempt by the pitcher. Read more on page 1B.
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April 9, 2021
After suffering two losses in a row, the Apopka Blue Darters baseball team bounced back in a big way. Read more on this game on page…
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April 9, 2021
Photos on pages 3B and 10B. APK/WHS baseball APK volleyball APK flag football
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April 9, 2021
When you’re looking to buy or sell a home anywhere in the Apopka area, you need to find a Realtor with integrity, years of experience, and…
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April 2, 2021
The Blue Darters baseball team’s six-game win streak was snapped with a pair of losses. More information and scores can be found on page 1B.
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April 2, 2021
The Central Florida YMCA has not rejected the city of Apopka’s $4.2-million offer to buy Camp Wewa, but YMCA leaders have told Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson…
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April 2, 2021
Hello Folks, We have been havin’ some nice warm weather this past week but by the time you read this week’s article it’s gonna be a lot cooler.…
Trans-All of Orlando offers old school sales and serviceThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Are you in the market for a good quality vehicle? Need help? Drive in to or call Trans-All of Orlando today. Someone will help you immediately.…
Darters travel to Miami for preseason game against Booker T. WashingtonThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Not only must the Blue Darters travel to Miami’s Traz Powell Stadium on Saturday, August 17, for the preseason Kickoff Classic, but Apopka will be matched…
Blue Darters fall to Osceola Kowboys in preseason matchThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Reacting after winning a point Tuesday, August 13, are, (l-r), Lenaia Powell, Jada Griffith, and Kimberly Edwards.  See page 4C .
Apopka has plenty of work to do after scrimmage vs. OviedoThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
For Apopka High football coach Jeff Rolson, the 14-0 victory over Oviedo in a two-quarter scrimmage Saturday, August 10, didn’t matter a whole lot because he…
Florida’s summer weather can be hot and dangerousThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Hello Folks, We are in the dog days of summer. It’s hot and not much wind blowin’ except in the evenin’ when the afternoon rains come.…
Central Florida Alliance of History Museums sydonie mansion meeting
Historical museum representatives have meeting at Sydonie MansionThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Representatives from Central Florida historical museums held their quarterly meeting at Sydonie Mansion and then toured the historic site on Lake Minore in Zellwood on Thursday,…
Vick-Martin road work done, but traffic light still several months awayThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
While the widening of the road and addition of turn lanes at the intersection of Vick Road and Martin Street near Apopka High School was opened…
Welcome back to schoolThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Engineer Barry Hornett (l) and Lt. Andy Strausburg of the Apopka Fire Department hold a sign and wave to motorists on Monday, August 12, on the…
Microbrewery a possibilityThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Microbreweries that serve mostly their own beer brewed onsite continue to gain popularity and while Apopka has none at the moment, it’s likely that at least…
Apopka artist specializes in gyotaku, landscape photographyThe Apopka Chief
August 9, 2019
This painting of Mahi Mahi is a digital art creation from Brass’ original gyotaku rubbings in a reclaimed wood frame. Find out more about his art…