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A pair of evidence markers were in the yard at 109 Windy Dune Court, and a black curtain was up to try to block the view from nearby neighbors and onlookers.

A pair of evidence markers were in the yard at 109 Windy Dune Court, and a black curtain was up to try to block the view from nearby neighbors and onlookers.

Arrest made in Buenaventura Lakes homicide

Ken Jackson
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Osceola County Sheriff's deputies have made an arrest in a Buenaventura Lakes homicide invasion.
Sheriff Marcos Lopez unveiled the "Slow Down/Despacito" program to prevent traffic fatalities on Osceola roads.

Sheriff Marcos Lopez unveiled the "Slow Down/Despacito" program to prevent traffic fatalities on Osceola roads.

Sheriff Lopez asks drivers to “Slow Down/Despacito”

Ken Jackson
Friday, December 10, 2021
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez said Friday there have been 320 fatalities of pedestrians or bike riders hit by cars in the last three years.
Texting your ZIP code to 438829 on your cellphone brings up local places to get a COVID-19 booster shot. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

Texting your ZIP code to 438829 on your cellphone brings up local places to get a COVID-19 booster shot. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

Send a text, get a booster

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 9, 2021
The emergence of the new “Omicron” strain of the COVID-19 is now on people’s minds, increasing the number of those asking questions about their vaccination status, such as: Should I get a booster shot? And, where can I get it?
In September, the Osceola Professional Firefighters Association Local #3284 made a plea to Osceola County staff for a better working contract. It now has one to take it through September 2022. FILE PHOTO

In September, the Osceola Professional Firefighters Association Local #3284 made a plea to Osceola County staff for a better working contract. It now has one to take it through September 2022. FILE PHOTO

County, fire union agree on contract

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
The Osceola Professional Firefighters Association Local #3284, operating under the extension of an old contract for over two years, finally has a new one with Osceola County. County Commissioners approved the new collective bargaining agreement at Monday’s meeting.
Fair skies over the Osceola County Emergency Center — for now. The EOC is already prepping for possible winter severe weather. PHOTO/OSCEOLA EOM

Fair skies over the Osceola County Emergency Center — for now. The EOC is already prepping for possible winter severe weather. PHOTO/OSCEOLA EOM

Hurricane season end just a start for EOC

Terry Lloyd
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Osceola County residents, you can breath a sigh of relief — despite the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season being another for the record books, it ended on Nov. 30, and our area was only indirectly impacted, mainly by rain, from three storms.
The state's Unclaimed Property Search database states there's a 1 in 5 chance a Floridian has unclaimed property. FLTREAUREHUNT.GOV

The state's Unclaimed Property Search database states there's a 1 in 5 chance a Floridian has unclaimed property. FLTREAUREHUNT.GOV

Hunting Holiday money? Check Florida's Treasure Hunt!

News Staff
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis encourages all Floridians to see if the state is holding unclaimed property or money in their names at www.FLTreasureHunt.gov.
Anthony Todt

Anthony Todt

Todt trial set — will his confession be used?

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
The trial of Anthony Todt, who police allege murdered his wife, three children and the family dog in their Celebration townhome in January 2020 is, after another delay, now scheduled to begin Jan. 24. The case is set for a status hearing on Dec. 20.
Veterans' Voice — Veteran Caregivers

Veterans' Voice — Veteran Caregivers

Veterans' Voice — Veteran Caregivers

Terry Lloyd
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
There are clouds on the horizon for some veterans currently enrolled in the Veterans Affairs Caregiver program. This program allows a family member of a qualified disabled veteran to receive payment when they perform as the veteran’s caregiver.
Congratulations to Terry's Electric, the winner of the float contest!

Congratulations to Terry's Electric, the winner of the float contest!

Tens of thousands enjoy St. Cloud's 57th annual Christmas Parade!

News Staff
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
The city’s 57th annual Christmas Parade attracted some 120 entries, 2,000 participants and a crowd of over 15,000 spectators. Thanks to the City of St. Cloud, the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce, and the volunteers, including over 100 high school students, for putting on another great holiday event.
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