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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
May 3, 2024
A section of the festival featured art by students from several schools in the Apopka area. Best of Show winner was Justina Trang of Apopka High…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Expanding service offerings and rapid population growth have contributed to the need for additional capacity at the campus. Read more on page 13A.
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
President Jon DeClue of the Apopka Rotary Club donates a $500 check to Jennifer Korkes of Apopka High School for its Darter Pantry, which helps feed…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
In a Thursday, April 25, post on the Apopka Fire Department’s (AFD) Facebook page, the AFD expressed gratitude to JP Hodgkins of Boy Scout Troop 10…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Newly elected Nadia L. Anderson and re-elected incumbent Nick Nesta were sworn in as city commissioners in the Tuesday, April 30, Oath of Office Ceremony in…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
The 62nd Apopka Art and Foliage Festival showcased the work of juried artisans and crafters, and top foliage growers. The event was held at Kit Land…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
As the Hilton Garden Inn and the Highland Manor await new owners, Steve Gunter, whose company Events by Dubsdread runs the Manor, is reassuring clients that…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope everyone is havin’ a great week. The weather has been good, but we need some rain. The lakes are gettin’ a little…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
Former Blue Darter and Apopka Tennis Star, Alyssa Novoa, was one of the multitude of student-athletes who signed to play sports and continue their education at…
The Apopka Chief
May 3, 2024
The Apopka baseball team had a great showing this week at the 2024 FHSAA 7A District 4 Tournament. Apopka defeated Evans and then West Orange to…
Graceworx Community Church, Valentine’s Day, and quotes about Human LoveThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
On Wednesday, February 14, people throughout the United States and in many other regions of the world will celebrate Valentine’s Day. It’s a day to highlight romantic…
Chiropractic careThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
An Apopka native and his wife opened their own chiropractic office Revamp Chiropractic in Eustis. Dr. Cameron Kelly, a graduate of Piedmont Lakes Middle School and…
Man sentenced to nearly four years in prison for possession of stolen firearmsThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
U.S. District Judge Wendy W. Berger has sentenced Jeremy Middleton, 25, of Apopka to three years and 10 months in federal prison for possession of stolen…
Summit provides resources, hope for survivors of abuseThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
Leonia Thornton began the For My Sister Foundation in memory of her sister Shakeria Rucker, a 37-year-old Winter Springs mother of four whose body was found…
Celebrating the 100th day of schoolThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
Clay Springs Elementary School held its food drive celebrating its 100th day of school by collecting food and toiletry items for Loaves & Fishes.
Girls in second round!The Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
Head coach Brittany Hardy talks with her team during a time out about moving the ball quickly and focusing on passing to beat East Ridge’s full…
Boys in second round!The Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
Head coach Scott Williams talks with his players during a time out in their win over the Freedom Patriots on Tuesday, February 6. Apopka found themselves…
Jim Keck Goin' Fishin'
Scott Martin sets the all-time heaviest winning total, 33 pounds 3oz.The Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
Hello Folks, I hope you are havin’ a great week. The weather has been pretty good and the fishin’ hasn’t been too bad, either. Folks are…
Apopka High School football players signing day!The Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
On Wednesday, February 7, some the Blue Darters football team’s well-known names signed the paper work that would propel them into their next steps on their…
Boys on four-game win streak going into District TournamentThe Apopka Chief
February 9, 2024
The boys’ basketball team is currently battling in the 7A District 3 tournament this week but last week had a great showing winning all three of…