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The new AdventHealth Poinciana ER on Pleasant Hill Road opened to patients on Sept. 30.

The new AdventHealth Poinciana ER on Pleasant Hill Road opened to patients on Sept. 30.

POINCIANA NEWS — Health news, the Trunk or Treat and more!

Poinciana Health Fair, a Senior Wellness event, will be held on Friday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Anthony DePalma Center (395 Marigold Ave.). The event will feature free screenings and information, a hearing test, healthy lifestyle and nutrition information and local vendors.
This free event connects residents with services and programs. Expect to find housing and community services, Veteran’s services, health and wellness resources and community legal services.

This free event connects residents with services and programs. Expect to find housing and community services, Veteran’s services, health and wellness resources and community legal services.

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Marina health events the lead-in to fall and Halloween

Her Health, Her Voice—A Women’s Health and Wellness Luncheon takes place on Friday, Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (doors open at 10 a.m.) at the St. Cloud Marina Banquet Hall. The topics are Breaking the Silence and Building Wellness.
Edward Jones. Kenton Scott, CFP

Edward Jones. Kenton Scott, CFP

The real meaning of diversification in investing

In the world of investing, we’ve all heard the phrase, “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” It’s solid advice that emphasizes the importance of diversifying your investments.
Mick Farms Hometown Harvest (4261 Canoe Creek Road) is this weekend, Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 12 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Photo/Tripadvisor)

Mick Farms Hometown Harvest (4261 Canoe Creek Road) is this weekend, Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 12 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Photo/Tripadvisor)

It’s fall—trust us, the thermometer says otherwise

Though it is not sweater weather, Florida Fall has its own unique and enjoyable Fall festivities. Check them out.Mick Farms Hometown Harvest (4261 Canoe Creek Road) is this weekend, Saturday, Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 12 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Trick or Treat Bingo Night happens on Friday, Oct. 10 at the Poinciana Community Center (445 Marigold Ave.).

Trick or Treat Bingo Night happens on Friday, Oct. 10 at the Poinciana Community Center (445 Marigold Ave.).

POINCIANA NEWS — Holidays: First up, Halloween

Trick or Treat Bingo Night happens on Friday, Oct. 10 at the Poinciana Community Center (445 Marigold Ave.) Doors open at 6 p.m., first ball pulled at 7 p.m. Dress in costume! The concession stand will be open, 10 games for $5 and cash prizes. Bingo Night is 18 and up. No outside food or drinks.
At the Osceola Council on Aging’s 50th Anniversary celebration in February 2021, Beverly Hougland (right) cut the ceremonial cake with current CEO Wendy Ford. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

At the Osceola Council on Aging’s 50th Anniversary celebration in February 2021, Beverly Hougland (right) cut the ceremonial cake with current CEO Wendy Ford. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

COUNCIL'S CORNER: Beverly Hougland – my mentor, my friend

How do you sum up decades of memories and reflect on accomplishments of a boss, friend, mentor, pseudo-mom, and most of all, amazing human being, in just a few short paragraphs?Let me try.
Join the St. Cloud Police Department in recognizing National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the St. Cloud Lakefront. (Graphic/St. Cloud Police)

Join the St. Cloud Police Department in recognizing National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the St. Cloud Lakefront. (Graphic/St. Cloud Police)

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Celebrate safety with SCPD at National Night Out

Join the St. Cloud Police Department in recognizing National Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 4-7 p.m. with an event at Lakefront Park. The evening will feature safety presentations, Touch-a-Truck, a live DJ, games and activities and onsite food trucks.
Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Planning your business exit: Start with the end in mind

If you own a business, you’ve probably spent countless hours thinking about how to grow it, manage daily operations and serve your customers. But have you thought about how you’ll eventually step away from it?