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The Apopka Voice is a local, independent online news site dedicated to telling the story of Apopka, FL with a mission to inform, engage and inspire.
OP/ED by Mayor Nesta: Taking care of Apopka means taking care of our employees too; City Commission advances South Apopka annexation proposal toward 2028 ballot; Weather disrupts Apopka PRIDE and Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive weekend plans; and more: zc.vg/jlSLI
October 8, 2026 at 1:44 PM
OP/ED FROM APOPKA MAYOR NICK NESTA
Nesta: Taking care of Apopka means taking care of our employees too

Apopka’s mayor makes the case for restructuring city leadership, reviewing expenses and respecting...

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#cityofapopka @cityofapopka #cityofapopkafl
October 8, 2026 at 1:09 AM
October 7, 2026 at 9:01 PM
DRC to review 363 apartments, Kelly Park projects and Crescent Ridge subdivision; FPL partnership provides Florida firefighters training on battery storage systems; Energy choice starts with giving people options; and more: zc.vg/gXTHH
October 7, 2026 at 1:55 PM
Pool days are year-round in Northwest Orlando! ☀️

Here’s a day in the life of how we build trust step-by-step and keep our kids safe & confident in the water.

Learn more: britswim.me/yBmlPbZVbRQ or call 407-337-5728!

#NowEnrolling #SwimSafetyFirst #SwimLessons #BritishSwimSchool
October 6, 2026 at 9:02 PM
Apopka PRIDE 2026 to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community on National Coming Out Day weekend; CRA extension, South Apopka annexation study headline City Commission agenda; Florida’s Flock camera restrictions leave privacy questions for Apopka drivers; and more: zc.vg/hmJmY
October 6, 2026 at 1:52 PM
October 5, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Nesta projects millions in Apopka revenue losses if Amendment 3 passes; CRA advances downtown projects, removes pedestrian upgrades from budget; OCPS partnership expands arts and literacy opportunities for students; and more news: zc.vg/9DvCx
October 5, 2026 at 1:53 PM
South Apopka annexation study finds path forward, but substantial costs remain; UF study targets large female pythons to improve removal efforts; Native yards tour to support future museum at Apopka Birding Park; and more news: zc.vg/uiW8X
October 2, 2026 at 1:27 PM
Pool days are year-round in Northwest Orlando! ☀️ Here’s a day in the life of how we build trust step-by-step and keep our kids safe & confident in the water.

Learn more: britswim.me/yBmlPbZVbRQ or call 407-337-5728!
#WaterSafety #ParentsNeedToKnow #ApopkaSwimLessons #BritishSwimSchool
October 1, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Nesta proposes Apopka government restructuring; former campaign manager expresses interest in chief of staff role; DRC flags access and infrastructure concerns in 165-home proposals; APD Arrest Report; and more news: zc.vg/CURIe
October 1, 2026 at 1:06 PM
September 30, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Water conservation rebates open early for Apopka-area groups and properties; DRC to review housing lots, charter school revision and community park; APD Burglary Report; and more news: zc.vg/uRCwM
September 30, 2026 at 1:25 PM
September 29, 2026 at 9:01 PM
More than 30 Apopka firefighters complete Tunnel to Towers run despite storm; Nesta’s plan for Apopka resource center draws hope and caution from service groups; Orange County approves $9 billion budget with $1.1 billion for public safety; and more: zc.vg/xoegq
September 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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September 28, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Apopka commissioners offer four perspectives on City Hall dismissals; Apopka-Seminole rivalry loses its edge as Blue Darters fall 43-18; Seminole Chamber in Apopka opposes Amendment 3 over economic concerns; and more news: zc.vg/djatI
September 28, 2026 at 2:39 PM
September 27, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Apopka approves firefighter contract with $12,000 first-year base pay increase; Apopka to host fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday; UF study on what makes FL wildfires spread fast; and more news: zc.vg/XMIY5
September 25, 2026 at 12:59 PM
September 24, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Brown, Crabb debate highlights different approaches to growth, spending in District 2; Proposed firefighter contract includes $12,000 raises, pension increase and new pay incentives; Apopka Arrest Report; and more news: zc.vg/zpFyU
September 24, 2026 at 1:59 PM
langd.org
#lakeapopkanaturalgasdistrict @lakeapopkanaturalgasdistrict
September 23, 2026 at 9:01 PM
More on developing story: Anderson alleges a political agenda behind the discretionary funds debate; DRC to review 95-home subdivision plan, child care facility and three special events; Apopka Burglary Report; and more news: zc.vg/kdTgj
September 23, 2026 at 1:35 PM
September 22, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Two dengue cases confirmed in the Apopka area; Planning Commission to review plans for 557 homes, industrial projects; Florida projects $1 billion budget deficit by 2030; and more news: zc.vg/8QQJa
September 22, 2026 at 1:49 PM