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Conceptual design of the proposed Marriott-branded hotel proposed for the Floridian Town Center, as seen in plans submitted to the city. 
Marriott hotel proposed for Floridian Town Center advances Teresa Sargeant
April 29, 2026
137-room project could head toward public hearings.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: What if kids got what they deserved on Awards Day?The Apopka Chief
April 29, 2026
Another school year is about to be put into the books, which means it is just about time for Awards Day.
The new Apopka City Commission poses with first responders at the April 28 oath of office ceremony. From left to right: Commissioner Yesenia Baron, Commissioner Nadia Anderson, Mayor Nick Nesta, Commissioner Sam Ruth, Vice Mayor Diane Velazquez, Fire Chief Wil Rivera-Sanchez and Police Chief Lovetta Quinn-Henry.
Apopka swears in new mayor, commissioners before hundreds Teresa Sargeant
April 28, 2026
Nesta, Ruth, Velazquez, Baron take oaths as city leadership shifts.
Daniel Webster has returned approximately $32 million from federal agencies to his constituents.
Webster announces retirement from CongressSarah Merly
April 28, 2026
Webster's political career spans 47 years
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Schools facing financial crisisThe Apopka Chief
April 28, 2026
Right now, our public schools are in a financial crisis that is starting to significantly affect our staff and our students. The common thought is that our budget is bloated…
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Police Beat: APD issues 118 citations April 19-25The Apopka Chief Editorial Staff
In the period from April 19-25, 2026, the Apopka Police Department received 1,568 calls for service, responded to 38 crashes, issued 118 citations, and made 19 arrests.
Volunteers serve food during a monthly Compassion in Apopka dinner at Just Like Momma’s Restaurant, an outreach effort providing meals and support to residents in need.   
Monthly dinners offer relief, highlight broader homelessness challenges  Teresa Sargeant
April 28, 2026
Outreach draws dozens each month as calls grow for long-term solutions.
SrA Pacience Powell, Cadet 2nd LT William Warren, Major Emily Garcia, and Major Tarin Griffith stand at mid court presenting the nations colors during the National Anthem of Game 3 of the playoffs, Magic vs Pistons in the Kia Center
Wekiva students shine at Kia Center Vinnie Cammarano
April 27, 2026
At center court inside the Kia Center, four Wekiva High School cadets stood perfectly still — locked in position, flags raised — as the National Anthem echoed through…
Ben Keller (left) and Luis Rivera (right) speak at the mural's unveiling Friday night.
Apopka Murals unveils painting on Domino’s wallSarah Merly
April 27, 2026
Artwork pays tribute to railroad history, local landmarks
Caden McGatha, Giovanni Lubin, and Nathan White work in a collective effort to block a kill attempt early in the game
Apopka volleyball falls to West Orange in district championshipVinnie Cammarano
April 25, 2026
Warriors sweep Blue Darters as playoffs hopes turn to regional bid
Mayor Bryan Nelson cuts the ribbon alongside owners Jose Sanchez and Damaris Fonseca at 28 W. Eighth St.
City cuts ribbon on two CDBG homesSarah Merly
April 24, 2026
Residences receive new life on Eighth Street
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson (center) cuts the ribbon at Lake Carter Exchange during a ceremony April 23 at the mixed-use development on Ocoee-Apopka Road and West Keene Road. Developers and business leaders joined the Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce for the event.
Lake Carter Exchange opens with mix of retail, medical uses in Apopka Teresa Sargeant
April 24, 2026
Development sits across from future Publix-anchored Shoppes at East Shore.
Jim Keck
Let’s go fishing and enjoy this Chamber of Commerce weatherThe Apopka Chief
April 24, 2026
We need to crank up our prayers for some rain. The lake levels are droppin’, our yards are dryin’ up, and the plants are in dire need of…
Cadets of Wekiva High School Air Force JROTC Color Guard practice in the courtyard ahead of their performance at Saturday’s Orlando Magic playoff game against the Detroit Pistons at the Kia Center.
Wekiva JROTC Color Guard prepares for Orlando Magic playoff spotlight Teresa Sargeant
April 24, 2026
Cadets spend this week training for pregame performance.
Jake Vest
OP-ED: Yard work is like poetry—it has no rhyme or reasonThe Apopka Chief
April 24, 2026
“April is the cruelest month.” That is the opening line of T.S. Eliot’s  “The Wasteland,” a classic chunk of so-called poetry that Mrs. Rusk tried heroically to explain to a room full of…
Melissa Byrd
OP-ED: Schools enjoy robust official supportThe Apopka Chief
April 23, 2026
Throughout my time on the school board, Mayor Nelson has always been a steadfast supporter of our schools. I often write about this great community we…
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 Teresa Sargeant
April 23, 2026
Initiative focuses on partnerships to expand affordable housing.
Nick Nesta speaks at the March 18 City Commission meeting.
Nesta prepares to take officeSarah Merly
April 22, 2026
Mayor-elect talks priorities, transition
Tamea Foster glides through the air and places third in the girls long jump
Wekiva shines at district track meetVinnie Cammarano
April 22, 2026
Mustangs advance multiple athletes for regionals
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 Teresa Sargeant
April 22, 2026
State law allows project to bypass additional review process.
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Homestyle favorites from scampi to sunshine pieNancy Thomas
April 22, 2026
The following recipe for Chicken Carbonara comes from Ree Drummond’s thepioneerwoman.com website. The flavorful pasta recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes. Ree says, “This chicken…