Hickory Tree Road, between U.S. Highway 192 on the east and the new zero-lot line subdivisions of homes going up near Deer Run Road, is one of the few remaining quiet, desolate stretches of road left in Osceola County.The nearest house is a mile and a half away in either direction, around at least…
Wednesday: The Osceola Magic defeated the Iowa Wolves, 142-124, at the Silver Spurs Arena Wednesday night, securing a first-round bye in the NBA G League playoffs with the win. It was a bounce-back from a loss to Iowa Monday where the Magic turned the ball over 24 times.Mac McClung scored a game-…
The Central Florida Animal Reserve’s Big Cat springtime Sip and Stroll fundraising event was Sunday. Guests to the reserve were greeted by wonderful weather—and the equally wonderfully-big tigers and other cats CFAR houses east of St. Cloud.The day included a self-guided walk among the big cat…
A Kissimmee man has been indicted on charges of attempting to entice a minor to engage in sexual activity, the Department of Justice has announced.If convicted, Rene Bravo, 57, faces a minimum mandatory penalty of 10 years, up to life, in federal prison. The indictment also notifies Bravo that the…
News Service of Florida — With the state preparing for a legal challenge from the tech industry, Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a high-profile bill aimed at keeping children off social-media platforms.“You better believe, I am going to fight like hell to uphold this in court,” Attorney General…
TUESDAY UPDATE: The city's Transfer Station continues to accept cash payments only, and asks customers to bring small denomination bills if possible. Toho Water Authority’s customer service office at City Hall remains closed.City officials have yet to confirm if the cyberattack was domestic or…
It’s that time of year again when the clocks go forward, sunshine and higher temperatures are more consistent — welcome to Spring!But we aren’t the only ones excited about spring. Turf pests tend to emerge when temperatures begin to rise consistently.Let's shine a spotlight on the Chinch Bug. This…
For a third consecutive year and fifth time in the last seven, St. Cloud is the Orange Belt Conference boys weightlifting team champions. Friday, the Bulldogs won both the Olympic (clean-and-jerk plus snatch) and traditional (clean-and-jerk plus bench press) titles at Harmony’s Butler Gym.Although…
Spring officially started March 19, but those dates are kind of nebulous in Florida—it can be both cold (relatively) and hot (90 in March? That’s hot!). With many wildlife species becoming more active this time of year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing ways…
The application period is now open for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Club Program. This annual educational program focuses on teaching youth anglers about best fishing practices to help ensure the future of fishing in Florida.Each participating club…
The Osceola Magic had an eventful road trip to Alabama this week ahead of a week-long home stand that will mark the end of the regular season.But that's not the end of the season, as the Magic (21-9) have clinched a spot in the NBA G League playoffs in April. Six teams make the playoffs from the…
The Central Florida Animal Reserve’s Big Cat springtime Sip and Stroll fundraising event was Sunday…
A Kissimmee man has been indicted on charges of attempting to entice a minor to engage in sexual…
“Hug your kids a little tighter tonight” appeared on social media posts again recently in the wake…
Hickory Tree Road, between U.S. Highway 192 on the east and the new zero-lot line subdivisions of homes going up near Deer Run Road, is one of the few remaining quiet, desolate stretches of road left in Osceola County.
News Service of Florida — With the state preparing for a legal challenge from the tech industry, Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a high-profile bill aimed at…
TUESDAY UPDATE: The city's Transfer Station continues to accept cash payments only, and asks customers to bring small denomination bills if possible. Toho…
Nearly 200 of the nation’s best skilled tradespeople competed last week at the 35th National Craft Championships (NCC), also known as the Olympics of the…
Wednesday: The Osceola Magic defeated the Iowa Wolves, 142-124, at the Silver Spurs Arena Wednesday night, securing a first-round bye in the NBA G League…
For a third consecutive year and fifth time in the last seven, St. Cloud is the Orange Belt Conference boys weightlifting team champions. Friday, the Bulldogs…
The Osceola Magic had an eventful road trip to Alabama this week ahead of a week-long home stand that will mark the end of the regular season.But that's not…
It’s that time of year again when the clocks go forward, sunshine and higher temperatures are more consistent — welcome to Spring!But we aren’t the only ones…
Spring officially started March 19, but those dates are kind of nebulous in Florida—it can be both cold (relatively) and hot (90 in March? That’s hot!). With…
The application period is now open for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Club Program. This annual educational…