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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
January 15, 2021
The Apopka Blue Darter Wrestling Team participated Saturday, January 9, at the District 3A-3 dual team championship. Read more on their accomplishments on page 1B.
The Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
2021 has begun with the Mustangs suffering three consecutive losses.  Read more on page 1B.
The Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Apopka boys basketball junior varsity coach Earl Graham died Friday, January 8, from complications of COVID-19.  Read more on page 1B.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
January 15, 2021
Hello Folks, I hope y’all are enjoyin’ these cooler days we have been havin’. The colder days have dropped the water temperatures and some folks are reportin’ that they are seein’ some bass on…
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
A Publix supermarket (r) and an outparcel are under construction at the southwest corner of the intersection of Plymouth-Sorrento Road and Kelly Park Road.  Find out…
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
When Eric Hooper moved to Apopka in 1948 to begin farming in the area, he did so with much family support.  Find about his life on…
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
Now that some upgrades have been made to the Rock Springs Road/Welch Road intersection, more focus will turn to creating a traffic study to explore what…
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
On Wednesday, January 6, Mayor Bryan Nelson said he was working with the owners of Wekiva Riverwalk shopping center regarding access.  See more on 12A.
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
Do you need help with a child custody or divorce case or special events security? Is your vehicle or your child’s vehicle being tracked by a…
The Apopka Chief
January 8, 2021
Even though the event format was changed, participating in the 2020 Florida Prospects Holiday Showcase was important. Read more on 1B.
Apopka High alums form group to help the school fulfill needsThe Apopka Chief
April 26, 2019
For Holly Jordan Condrey, being an Apopka High School graduate has always been a source of pride. Holly Jordan Condrey (left, front) is spearheading the group.…
Taking offThe Apopka Chief
April 26, 2019
A fulvous whistling duck takes off as it flies along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive on the North Shore of Lake Apopka. Location and open hours…
Poll workers needed for 2020 electionThe Apopka Chief
April 26, 2019
The Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office is currently recruiting poll workers for the 2020 elections. Read on how to become a poll worker on page…
If you’re tired of hunting for quality medical care, look no further than Hunt Club Medical CareThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
     Take a deep breath, step through the doors, and let the Hunt Club Medical Care family take care of yours.      In addition…
Wekiva baseball played Lake Minneola on Friday April 12.The Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
Cale Herrera covers first base on a pick off attempt as a Lake Minneola player dives under the tag during the Friday, April 12 game.
Full moon should help fishin’ locallyThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
Hello Folks, I hope you had a great weekend and you got a chance to do some fishin’. The bluegill and shellcrackers should fire off this…
Apopka student, Julia Shepherd is selected as Disney DreamerThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
Julia Shepherd was selected as a 2019 Disney Dreamer and attended the 4 day leadership/mentoring academy featuring Steve Harvey last month at Walt Disney World. Julia…
Officers of the YearThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
Right photo shows Apopka Police Department Chief Mike McKinley, with Michael Files of the Rock Springs Homeowners Association, presenting Officer Matthew Reinhardt as its Police Officer…
Rotary plants treesThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
On Saturday, April 13, volunteers from Rotary Club of Apopka, the city of Apopka,  Apopka Foliage Garden Club met together on Lust Road at the entance…
Val Demings shares life story and career path at Women in Business Leadership LuncheonThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2019
Congresswoman Val Demings was the featured speaker at the annual Women in Business and Leadership Luncheon on Wednesday, April 17, at Highland Manor in Apopka. Organized…