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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
November 27, 2020
A great blue heron seems to be hiding behind some vegetation along the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. Read more on page 1A.
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
A new ministry that focuses on distributing fresh vegetables and organic fish from a local aquaponics farm will hold a ribbon cutting next week. Living Waters…
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Apopka voters can still request a mail ballot for the December 8 runoff election. Get more information on page 1A.
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Apopka High School recently hosted the first in-person VEX Robotics event held in Florida since March. Read this story on page 4A.
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Here are some delicious and waste-conscious ways to put Thanksgiving or other holiday meal leftovers to use. See the Holiday Guide on pages 6A and 7A.
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Hello Folks, I hope you and your family had a great Thanksgivin’. I love this time of the year with the cooler weather and good fishin’…
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Are you ready to “Kiss 2020 Goodbye” with fantastic special offers? If so, plan now to take advantage of Optical Eyeland’s year-end “Kissing 2020 Goodbye” sales…
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
The Apopka Blue Darters picked a good time to have their best offensive output. Read more about the victory on 1B.
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
Nikai Martinez is tackled during the opening drive of the game. More photos found on 6B.
The Apopka Chief
November 27, 2020
During the first round of the postseason tournament, the Mustangs football team’s defense gave up only 85 yards. More can be found on 1B.
Traffic issues may snarl commercial developmentThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
Discussion about the proposed development centered around traffic issues that city staff said already plagues the intersection that city staff said was the worst in Apopka.…
Gas district director gets song, pay raise on birthdayThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
It was a very happy birthday for Lake Apopka Natural Gas District general manager Samuel Davis Jr., and it had nothing to do with the singing…
Controlled burnThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
A controlled burn took place Tuesday, February 26, near the entrance to the Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive. The burn was designed to help clear brush from…
Rob Agrusa Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce sets legislative agendaThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
The Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce has set its legislative agenda for the upcoming 60-day session of the Florida Legislature. Fin out what the Chamber detailed…
Classic Car Show will highlight Apopka FairThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
Every spring for the last 18 years, a vast variety of cars are exhibited as an integral part of the fair while also serving as a…
Electric meters soon will be very smartThe Apopka Chief
March 1, 2019
By the end of July, all Apopka-area Duke Energy customers will see a switch to smart meters. Find out what company officials say the smart meters…
settlement for unpaid taxes
Natural Gas is fueling the future of clean energyThe Apopka Chief
February 22, 2019
For 177 million American consumers, the benefits of natural gas are no secret. One of the most common and abundant forms of energy in the U.S.…
For 33 years, the Optical Eyeland staff has provided quality eye care and superior serviceThe Apopka Chief
February 22, 2019
Always caring and always informing, Optical Eyeland’s focus has been to be there to help preserve the health and care of your eyesight. Family owned and…
Central Florida Audiology will create a customized better-hearing plan tailored to your needsThe Apopka Chief
February 22, 2019
Amy Davis Au.D. and her hearing care practice, Central Florida Audiology, are hidden gems in the greater Apopka and Leesburg communities. Dr. Davis is an audiologist…
Blue Darters fight back to win preseason gameThe Apopka Chief
February 22, 2019
Overcoming a 7-2 deficit over the final two innings, the Apopka Blue Darters baseball team defeated the South Lake Eagles 8-7 Tuesday, February 19, in a…