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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
October 11, 2019
The city of Apopka’s Development Review Committee (DRC) turned down a request by the developer of a parcel in the southwestern part of Apopka to not…
The 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…
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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…
The Apopka Chief
October 11, 2019
Herc Rentals, an equipment rental company recently held a ribbon cutting at its site in the Plymouth area of Apopka, 2620 W. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka.…
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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,…
The 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
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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…
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October 4, 2019
For the first 15 minutes and 15 seconds of their game against Lake Brantley, the Apopka Blue Darters had the ball for just three plays and…
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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…
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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…
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…
Two new Apopka police officers sworn inThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
Police Chief Mike McKinley gave the oath of office to Officer Adsudalah Brooks and Officer Tonya Robertson in the City Council Chambers in front of family,…
John Land Gala guest speaker Eddie Brown
John Land Gala speaker is Apopka-born financial iconThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
The guest speaker for the second John Land Apopka Community Trust Legacy Gala is Apopka native Eddie C. Brown, CFA, CIC. Brown is the founder, chairman,…
Questions of water charges in Zellwood likely settledThe Apopka Chief
August 16, 2019
The questions of water customers in Zellwood seem to have been answered regarding an increase in their water bills. Customers questioned the increase of $20 on…
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…
Mustangs happy to make contact in football practiceThe Apopka Chief
August 9, 2019
For all football teams in general, being able to practice with contact is perhaps the most important stage of fall practices. How do the Mustangs feel…
Junior OlympianThe Apopka Chief
August 9, 2019
Ariana Jimenez, rising Apopka High senior shown with coach Tony Burgos, competed in the AAU Track and Field Junior Olympics July 29-August 3. More about Ariana…
Wekiwa neighborhoods discuss state’s septic system requirementsThe Apopka Chief
August 9, 2019
Residents from local neighborhoods near Wekiwa Springs State Park are rallying together to push back against state regulations that require homeowners to replace their septic systems…
Prayers for rain have been answered and then someThe Apopka Chief
August 9, 2019
Hello Folks, We have been prayin’ for rain and, by golly, we have been gettin’ some. The water is up in most of the lakes and…