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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
July 12, 2024
Hicks Seafood House of Apopka held its ribbon cutting on Wednesday, July 10. Its location is 60 E. Main St., Apopka, in the former building of…
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July 12, 2024
The city is considering setting aside funds in the fiscal year 2025 budget for a downtown revitalization program, while the city is searching for a new…
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July 12, 2024
The Orange County Mayor’s Veterans Advisory Council’s Veteran of the Year Committee recently selected Sgt. Fred Robinson, USMC, Retired, as the recipient of the Orange County Veteran of…
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July 12, 2024
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services presented 20 Orlando-area residents to the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida for naturalization during a special…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
July 12, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope you enjoyed your weekend and hopefully you got to go fishin’. It’s really been hot and that has kept a lot of…
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July 12, 2024
Former Wekiva High School player Logan Gilbert was selected to the American League All-Star team for the first time in his career. Gilbert plays for the…
The Apopka Chief
July 12, 2024
This weekend, former Apopka High School football player, and current Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle, Jalen Carter will be holding his annual free youth football camp.
The Apopka Chief
July 12, 2024
Second, since then Leonce has successfully reached her fundraising goal for her trip to Paris and will be officially heading to the 2024 Olympics as an…
The Apopka Chief
July 11, 2024
July 26, 2024 Joseph Anthony Migliori (Joe), 87, passed away on July 3, 2024, in Tavares. Born on March 1, 1937, in Woodville, Ohio. He was…
The Apopka Chief
July 5, 2024
This Fourth of July, as we celebrate our nation’s hard-fought freedoms with fireworks and friends, let’s also take a moment to appreciate the freedom of choice…
Good tires and regular vehicle services ensures optimal performance, safety, and longevityThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Tires are something a lot of drivers take for granted. However, ignoring your tires can come at a cost – worn out tires can reduce the control…
AHS Baseball battles in seventh but falls to Winter ParkThe Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
Apopka Baseball had a tough week taking two losses, one at home to Winter Park and an away loss to Timber Creek. The team is now…
Beach Volleyball Seniors!The Apopka Chief
April 19, 2024
The Apopka High School Beach Volleyball team has five seniors on the squad this year and on Monday, April 15, sent them off right at their…
BJ’s Towing strives to provide the highest standard of towing and recovery service in the areaThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
You’re locked out! You’ve thrown your car in park, grabbed most of your belongs, and slammed the door. Then you realize, “Where are my keys?” You…
Sertoma award 2024
Local historian wins community service awardThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
The Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka honored Francina Boykin with the Service to Mankind Award, which recognizes an individual for civic efforts reflecting the club’s motto…
Festival vendor, a veteran, handcrafts charcuterie boardsThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
At his home-based shop in Apopka, Dan Dempsey is unfazed by today’s fast-paced digital era as he meticulously studies one of his custom hand-built charcuterie boards.
Woman’s Club receives proclamationThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
At the April 3 Apopka City Council meeting, Mayor Bryan Nelson gives the Apopka Woman’s Club a proclamation about the 62nd annual Apopka Art and Foliage…
Total solar eclipseThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
This is the Monday, April 8, total solar eclipse. This photo composite is the result of a pair of images captured with one using a welder’s…
Becker resigns from City Council Seat 3The Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
Kyle Becker has resigned as city commissioner of Seat 3 and vice mayor, citing the sale of his Apopka home and moving out of the city…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Bassmaster Elites Tournament started on April 11th, ends the 14thThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is enjoyin’ this great weather we are havin’. It’s nice and cool in the mornin’ and at sunset. This should be…