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It's Debate Day! Stream the 2026 Apopka Mayoral Debate. Visit WESH.com to watch the live stream starting at 5:30PMIt's Debate Day! Stream the 2026 Apopka Mayoral Debate. Visit WESH.com to watch the live stream starting at 5:30PM

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  • Sarah Merly

    Sarah Merly is an editorial assistant and reporter for The Apopka Chief. She joined the Chief in May 2025 after graduating from Patrick Henry College's journalism program in Washington, D.C., where she served as the layout editor for her school newspaper. In her spare time, Sarah loves serving her local church, visiting Disney, and throwing parties.

  • Teresa Sargeant

    Teresa Sargeant has been with The Apopka Chief for over 10 years.

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  • Teresa Sargeant

    Teresa Sargeant has been with The Apopka Chief for over 10 years.
The Orange County Board of County Commissioners – which include (L to R) District 3 Commissioner Mayra Uribe, Mayor Jerry L. Demings and District 4 Commissioner Maribel Gomez Codero – approved a new housing program on March 10.
Orange County program permits housing on church-owned land 
April 23, 2026
Initiative focuses on partnerships to expand affordable housing.
The Plymouth-Sorrento Road/ West Lester Road intersection is near the site of a proposed K-8 charter school.
Charter school plan clears DRC, exempt from public hearings 
April 22, 2026
State law allows project to bypass additional review process.
In this 2025 file photo, signs posted at the Ponkan and Vick roads intersection advertise public meetings for the Paulucci Acres development.
Paulucci Acres, proposed charter school headline Wednesday DRC agenda 
April 21, 2026
Housing, industry and land use items return for review as development moves through next phases.
A SunRail train travels along an existing rail corridor in Maitland, near a signalized crossing. While the system serves parts of Central Florida, Apopka remains outside current rail expansion priorities.
Rail to Apopka remains unfunded despite long-range plans 
April 20, 2026
Officials cite cost, shifting priorities as barriers to SunRail expansion.
The Florida Department of Transportation District 5 awarded the city a “Flash Award” city won an award for responding to a signal failure at U.S. 441 and Park Avenue.  
FDOT awards city for response to signal failure 
April 17, 2026
City staff recognized for efforts at U.S. 441/Park Avenue.  
Mayor Bryan Nelson said the timing of a potential trail connection could align with available funding sources including state conservation programs.
Apopka explores proposed trail link across S.R. 429 
April 17, 2026
Early-stage concept could align with available funding sources.
The vacant 205 E. Eighth St., which the CRA will consider purchasing for up to $156,000, based on its appraised value.
CRA approves land purchase, updates programs
April 16, 2026
Board backs land acquisition amid debate over future use.
Construction is expected to require a full, estimated three-week closure of Wolf Creek Court (pictured), located within the Cimarron Hills subdivision. The subdivision’s entrance is located off E. Cleveland Street.
Apopka City Commission ratifies $719K repair for Wolf Creek Court road
April 16, 2026
Sinkhole-like settlement forces closure of Wolf Creek Court for three weeks.
Commissioner Alexander H. Smith (L) and Mayor Bryan Nelson (R) deliver their farewell remarks at the Wednesday City Commission meeting.
Nelson, Smith reflect on service in emotional farewell 
April 16, 2026
Outgoing mayor, commissioner highlight accomplishments, community ties.
Nick Nesta shares a speech after receiving the results at his Hilton Garden Inn watch party.
Nesta dominates Apopka mayoral runoff amid strong turnout
Nesta beats Moore by 24 points
Nick Nesta shares a speech after receiving the results at his Hilton Garden Inn watch party.
Nesta dominates Apopka mayoral runoff amid strong turnoutSarah Merly
Sarah Merly, Teresa Sargeant
April 14, 2026
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Nesta beats Moore by 24 points
The vacant 205 E. Eighth St., which the CRA will consider purchasing for up to $156,000, based on its appraised value.
CRA to consider program updates, land purchase at Wednesday meeting Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 13, 2026
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Discussion follows report showing limited participation in some assistance programs.
Orange County District 2 Commissioner Christine Moore, speaking here at a recent Apopka City Commission meeting, commented about long-term capacity challenges in northwest Orange County at Thursday TransMAC meeting.
TransMAC meeting highlights link between local growth, regional transportation systemsTeresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 10, 2026
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Airport access, rail connections key issues for northwest Orange County.
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency reported continued investment in the city’s downtown area, of which the U.S. 441/Park Avenue intersection (pictured) is a part.
CRA report touts redevelopment progress in 2025 Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 10, 2026
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FY 2026 budget sits at $6.3 million.
Early voting ahead of the April 14 runoff election is from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 7-12 at the Apopka Community Center (pictured) and the Orange County Supervisor of Elections Office in Orlando.
Candidates make final push amid early voting surge Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 9, 2026
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Debate, endorsements, political alliances shape race.
Community members have rallied around the family of 4-year-old Kamaria Simmons (pictured), who died after being struck by a vehicle in an April 1 driveway crash in Apopka.
Community rallies around Apopka family after 4-year-old’s death Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 7, 2026
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Vigil, fundraiser draw support following fatal driveway crash.
The City Commission reviewed draft policies for appointments to the Planning Commission and Community Redevelopment Agency Board.
Apopka advances policies for Planning Commission, CRA appointments Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 6, 2026
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Officials seek consistency as residents question timing, enforcement.
The Apopka City Commission meeting on April 1.
City weighs Live Local appeal over disputed ‘intent’ Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 3, 2026
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State law does not clearly define ‘notice of intent’.
City Commissioner Nick Nesta (R) speaks with Apopka Fire Chief Wil Sanchez on April 1.
Former candidate Aungst endorses Nesta for Apopka mayor Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 3, 2026
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Nesta campaign says it did not respond.
The Apopka City Commission meets on April 1.
City considers policy for naming public facilities Teresa Sargeant
Teresa Sargeant
April 2, 2026
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Push for public input, longer notice, advisory review.



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