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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.

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July 5, 2024
Whether you’ve been a resident of Florida for years or are new to the state, you’ve likely noticed the numerous stormwater ponds scattered across our landscape.…
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July 5, 2024
Pictured (l to r) are Brother Jerry Rooks, Most Worshipful Grand Master Donald Cowart, First Lady Dell Cowart, Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson, Worshipful Luis Oliveira, Brother…
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July 5, 2024
Five new officers took an oath to serve and protect while being sworn-in at Apopka City Hall last week by Apopka Police Chief Michael McKinley.
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July 5, 2024
On June 11 at the opening of the FFA (Future Farmers of America) 96th convention in Orlando, the Apopka-area FFA color guard presented the colors in…
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July 5, 2024
Many wildlife species, like this gator as photographed on Friday, June 21, can be seen at Apopka Wildlife Drive, located on the North Shore of Lake…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
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July 5, 2024
Hello Folks, I want to wish “The United States of America” a “Happy Birthday America” and I hope and pray we will be blessed with another…
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July 5, 2024
Athletics are a part of our culture in Apopka and have been for a long time. Being an athlete, or wanting to be, is ingrained into…
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July 5, 2024
Shekinah Leonce needs Apopka’s help! If there is one thing in Apopka, we know how to do it’s taking care of our own.
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June 28, 2024
Graceworx Community Church, like many congregations throughout the United States, sees in the secular festivities surrounding Independence Day a natural springboard for reflecting also on the…
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June 28, 2024
Thirty-two members and guests of the Foliage Sertoma Club of Apopka held their first event of a year-long planned celebration to commemorate the club’s 50th anniversary,…
APK Softball fall to Windermere 2-1The Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
The Apopka softball team sports an uncharacteristic 5-12 record at this point in the season and sits in fifth place in 7A District 3.
Sosa the Super Hero!The Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
Apopka’s Sarah Sosa was instrumental in keeping the game against Windermere in reach. Sosa pitched for nearly seven whole innings and had an ERA of 1.17.…
Vergos heads to World Series after Doubles ChampionshipThe Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
Pete Vergos once again had a phenomenal outing in his latest appearance on the PBA tour. Pete and his doubles partner, Ethan Fiore, placed eighth just…
AHS Baseball comeback from four run deficit to win!The Apopka Chief
April 12, 2024
The Apopka Baseball team is still in great form with just five games left in the regular season after this week. The team sits at 10-8…
J&K Automotive is a company you can trust for honest and convenient auto repair servicesThe Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
Honest Auto Repairs with a smile. If you’ve faced “hidden” charges or been talked into unnecessary service work, then J&K Automotive, Inc. is for you. They…
Maltby’s Tree Service and Landscaping is equipped to handle all your tree service needsThe Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
Landscaping with trees is an investment in the future. Trees aren’t just an investment in your property, but an investment in the environment as well. Trees…
Mañon named president of Orlando Health Cancer InstituteThe Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
Rafael Mañon, MD, has been named president of the Orlando Health Cancer Institute, where he will have oversight of the organization’s oncology services, Orlando Health announced…
Self-described ‘late bloomer’ in photography is Apopka festival artistThe Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
Elzbieta Weron of DeLand, one of dozens of artists who will feature their work at the 62nd annual Apopka Art and Foliage Festival during the last…
Apopka Historical Society hosts Women’s History Month event at museumThe Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
The Apopka Historical Society hosted a special event in honor of Women’s History Month featuring city of Apopka Commissioner Diane Velazquez and local artist Delia Miller…
Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast is May 2The Apopka Chief
April 5, 2024
The Apopka Christian Ministerial Alliance (ACMA) in partnership with Mayor Bryan Nelson is once again bringing the Apopka Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast to the community.