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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the incoming Apopka City Commission. more
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Apopka breaks ground on new soccer fields at Northwest Recreation Complex
Apopka officials have broken ground on six new soccer fields at the Northwest Recreation Complex. The expansion is expected to increase field availability and support larger athletic events. more
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Apopka’s incoming City Commission largely agrees on the city’s biggest challenges, including transparency, communication, and stalled projects. But their responses reveal different strategies for how—and how quickly—those issues should be addressed.
What Comes Next: Shared priorities, different paths for Apopka’s new City Commission
Apopka’s incoming City Commission largely agrees on the city’s biggest challenges, including transparency, communication, and stalled projects. But their responses reveal different strategies for how—and how quickly—those issues should be addressed. more
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The Apopka Art and Foliage Festival returns this weekend, continuing a tradition that dates back more than six decades. The two-day event celebrates the city’s artistic heritage and its long-standing role in the foliage industry.
Apopka Art and Foliage Festival returns with roots dating back more than six decades
The Apopka Art and Foliage Festival returns this weekend, continuing a tradition that dates back more than six decades. The two-day event celebrates the city’s artistic heritage and its long-standing role in the foliage industry. more
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Nesta lays groundwork for change as Apopka prepares for new leadership
Mayor-Elect Nick Nesta is taking early steps to shape his administration by meeting with staff and organizing the transition at City Hall. He is focused on strengthening operations, aligning priorities, and preparing the city for its next phase. more
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Commissioner-Elect Yesenia Baron will sit in Seat #4 on the Apopka City Commission.
Seat #4: Yesenia Baron emphasizes intentional growth, transparency, and accountability
Commissioner-Elect Yesenia Baron says Apopka must take a more intentional approach to growth and decision-making as a new commission takes office. Her priorities focus on transparency, accountability, and addressing projects that have seen little progress in recent years. more
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Apopka City Hall.
Paulucci Acres leads DRC agenda as major developments come up for review on Wednesday
Paulucci Acres will take center stage at the Apopka Development Review Committee meeting on April 22. The agenda also includes additional residential, school, and commercial projects as growth continues across the city. more
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Vice Mayor/Commissioner Diane Velazquez.
Seat #2: Velazquez calls for transparency and action on stalled projects
Vice Mayor Diane Velazquez says Apopka must focus on moving stalled projects forward while improving transparency inside City Hall. Her priorities highlight long-standing concerns about communication, project delays, and access to information. more
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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... all in one place, including details on the 2026 Apopka Mayoral race. more
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Seat #1: Sam Ruth focuses on accountability, infrastructure, and catching up
Commissioner-elect Sam Ruth says Apopka must “catch up” after years of growth outpacing infrastructure and planning. His priorities focus on accountability, transparency, and ensuring core services keep pace with the city’s expansion. more
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A special edition of Saturday Sounds will take place on April 18 at the Apopka Amphitheater from 5 to 8 pm. The International Jazz Day celebration will feature performances by The Eighth Note Collective (above) and Josephine Swing. The free, family-friendly event will include live music, food trucks, and open seating for attendees.
Apopka celebrating International Jazz Day with extended Saturday Sounds concert this weekend
Apopka’s Saturday Sounds concert series will host a special International Jazz Day celebration on April 18. The free event will feature live performances, local musicians, and an extended showtime. more
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Commissioner Alexander Smith and Mayor Bryan Nelson at the April 15, 2026 Apopka City Commission meeeting.
Nelson and Smith close out their terms at their final Apopka City Commission meeting
Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson and Commissioner Alexander Smith delivered their final remarks at Wednesday night’s City Commission meeting. Their departure marks the end of a leadership era and the beginning of a transition at City Hall. more
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David Rucker and Mayor-Elect Nick Nesta
How Nick Nesta Won: Positioning and voter alignment drove a decisive Apopka mayoral victory
Nick Nesta’s mayoral victory in Apopka was not a late surge, but the result of a long-developing shift in the city’s electorate. By aligning his campaign with voter concerns and maintaining message discipline, he turned early momentum into a decisive runoff win. more
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A golden age in Apopka? Nesta’s victory signals a moment of possibility for the city
Nick Nesta’s mayoral victory has sparked a renewed sense of possibility in Apopka, as voters coalesced around a message of change and direction. The moment has drawn comparisons to “Camelot,” reflecting a rare alignment between leadership and public sentiment. more
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Breaking News: Nesta wins runoff; becomes Apopka's 29th mayor
Nick Nesta defeated Christine Moore in Apopka’s mayoral runoff, winning approximately 62% of the vote in a high-turnout election that nearly matched March’s general election participation. more
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Runoff Election Day arrives as Apopka voters choose their next mayor
Apopka voters will decide the city’s next mayor in today’s April 14 runoff election. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with results expected after polls close. more
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Commissioner Alexander Smith and Mayor Bryan Nelson will say their goodbyes at the April 15 meeting.
Nelson and Smith say goodbye to Apopka
The Apopka City Commission will meet on April 15, less than 24 hours after voters decide the mayoral runoff. The agenda includes major development decisions, financial reports, and closing remarks from outgoing officials. more
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In case you missed it: The Apopka news week in review
In case you missed it. The Apopka News Week in Review includes five articles that shaped the City... including details on the changes coming to the Apopka CRA. more
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Apopka runoff turnout surpasses general election pace as early voting closes
Early voting in Apopka’s mayoral runoff has outpaced the March general election, with 5,800 ballots already cast. The strong turnout defies typical expectations for a municipal runoff as the race heads into Election Day on Tuesday. more
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Wyld Oaks.
Telecom tower, 363-unit apartment project headline Apopka DRC agenda
Apopka’s Development Review Committee will consider a 363-unit multifamily project, a telecom tower, and multiple construction plans at its April 15 meeting. The agenda also includes detailed reviews of upcoming events, from large festivals to community safety programs. more
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Apopka CRA report comes as board faces major turnover and an open seat
Apopka’s Community Redevelopment Agency is continuing to invest in housing, infrastructure, and economic development within its designated district. The latest report details how those dollars are being used to improve neighborhoods, support businesses, and reshape downtown. more
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Apopka mayoral runoff turnout surges past general election pace
Voter turnout in Apopka’s mayoral runoff is significantly outpacing the March general election, with 3,457 ballots already cast by midweek. The increase is being driven by both mail-in and early voting, as Republicans hold a slight lead in ballots returned. more
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Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson at the beginning of his two terms in office.
In Nelson's final days as mayor, restraint should matter more than one last fight
Mayor Bryan Nelson’s final weeks in office have been marked by renewed political fights, including a push to revive a forensic audit that the City Commission ultimately rejected. As the administration comes to a close, the focus now turns to how the final meeting—and Nelson’s farewell—will shape both his legacy and the tone of the incoming commission. more
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Luxury car storage, 196-home subdivision highlight April 8 Apopka DRC agenda
The Apopka Development Review Committee will review several new projects on April 8, including a proposed luxury car storage facility and a 196-home subdivision. The agenda also includes plans for a new place of worship along Plymouth Sorrento Road. more
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Museum of the Apopkans.
Opinion: Apopka’s history deserves more than promises—it demands action
In a sharply worded letter to the editor, Apopka Historical Society President Maribel Brinkle challenges Orange County Commissioner Christine Moore and Apopka Mayor Bryan Nelson's record on historic preservation. The letter calls for new leadership ahead of the April 14 mayoral runoff, arguing the city has failed to invest in its cultural institutions. more
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