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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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The Apopka Chief
June 14, 2024
Hello Folks, I’m in my office at home listenin’ to the rain hittin’ my house. It sounds so good. It looks like we are finally gonna…
The Apopka Chief
June 14, 2024
Well, I’m sure you have heard about it by now, but the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) unanimously passed the Name Image and Likeness (NIL)…
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June 14, 2024
This week I got to spend some time with the Apopka Pop Warner football program for their annual off-season conditioning. I saw the grassroots of Blue…
The Apopka Chief
June 13, 2024
JUNE 21, 2024 Joan K. Alsup, 86, of Apopka, passed away on June 13, 2024. Joan was born in 1937 in Detroit, Michigan, to Charles and…
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
The school year has come to an end.  For many people, this means summer vacations, trips to the mountains, camping excursions or simple weekend adventures. Whatever…
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
Vision Car Wash held its grand opening on Friday, May 31, which included a tour of the facility.
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
The Foliage Garden Club of Apopka Installs 2024-2025 Board.
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
For the first time, OCPS superintendent Dr. Maria Vazqeuez and Orange County School Board Chair Teresa Jacobs share delivery of the 2024 State of the Schools…
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
Wekiva High School graduated its Class of 2024 at the University of Central Florida.
The Apopka Chief
June 7, 2024
Former Senator Randolph Bracy III intends to file a lawsuit against Senator Geraldine F. Thompson, challenging her legal residency and therefore her qualification to run in…
Sea turtle nesting season arrives along Florida’s coastsThe Apopka Chief
March 22, 2024
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that sea turtles are starting to nest on our beaches. Residents and visitors can…
APK Baseball falls to Foundation, defeat EdgewaterThe Apopka Chief
March 22, 2024
The Apopka Baseball team had no time for the beach, a lazy day sleeping in until noon, or anything else at the start of their spring…
Piedmont Lakes girls basketball are District ChampionsThe Apopka Chief
March 22, 2024
The Piedmont Lakes girls basketball team’s mission this season was to claim the 2024 Orange County District championship after falling in the final last season.
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At Katrina M. Schroeder, DMD’s office, your smile is their top priorityThe Apopka Chief
March 22, 2024
 Dr. Katrina Schroeder wants to ensure that every patient has a positive experience during every visit. Their office is bright, clean, and relaxing. There is no…
Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc. celebrates 17 years offering tax services and more to individuals and businessesThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
It’s Tax Season. Are you ready? Scott & Associates Accounting Firm, Inc. provides business tax service, personal tax preparation, business and personal IRS and Department of…
23rd Apopka Fair has advantage of good weather for its 96 hoursThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
The tradition of capturing Apopka’s cultural essence via the Apopka Fair and for a special 96 hours began Thursday, March 7.
Street sign dedicated to fallen firefighter Austin DuranThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
The city’s first responders and Austin Duran’s family gathered along with community members to dedicate a street sign to the fallen city firefighter/emergency medical technician on the…
Historic trail opens, ties into a lost town and Kelly ParkThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
The Historic Ethel Trail was officially launched with a ribbon cutting on Saturday, March 9, coinciding with the East Lake Historical Society’s 10th annual Heritage Festival…
Commissioner Becker, gas district honored at dinnerThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
The Central Florida Council of the Boy Scouts of America honored Apopka Vice Mayor/Commissioner Kyle Becker and the Lake Apopka Natural Gas District at the Golden…
WHS Basketball’s post season run cut short by St. ThomasThe Apopka Chief
March 15, 2024
The Wekiva Mustangs held the St. Thomas Aquinas Raiders to a field goal percentage of 34.4 percent. Yet, by a score of 62-35, the 2023-24 season…