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The local chambers of commerce have been working hand-in-hand with business owners large and small.

The local chambers of commerce have been working hand-in-hand with business owners large and small.

Local businesses still struggling as economy begins re-opening

Charlie Reed
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Kevin Crain never had to close his printing and sign business during the COVID-19 pandemic. But when Disney World shuttered its gates and large conventions were canceled en masse, his business dried up, too.
Representatives from Feed Osceola and the Osceola Council on Aging stand with a check for $23,635. The group will now start buying fresh produce from local farmers and gift cards from 24 area eateries for the council to distribute to those in need. NEWS-GAZETTE PHOTO/BRIAN MCBRIDE

Representatives from Feed Osceola and the Osceola Council on Aging stand with a check for $23,635. The group will now start buying fresh produce from local farmers and gift cards from 24 area eateries for the council to distribute to those in need. NEWS-GAZETTE PHOTO/BRIAN MCBRIDE

Exceeding expectations: Feed Osceola tops funding goal at $23,635

Brian McBride - Editor
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
After exceeding its fundraising mission, the group Feed Osceola will now be able to feed about 1,000 people in need. The campaign raised a total of $23,635 after just several weeks of fundraising. Feed Osceola’s goal was actually to raise $10,000 in the community. Kent Custom Homes in St.
Kissimmee Mayor Jose Alvarez places food in the truck of a car.

Kissimmee Mayor Jose Alvarez places food in the truck of a car.

City, Farm Share feed about 900 at food distribution event

Brian McBride - Editor
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
Kissimmee city officials thought they were going to serve 500 families at a food distribution event last week.   They ended up seeing about 900.   The line of vehicles stretched down the road on April 28 at the Kissimmee Service Center, 2213 W. Mabbette St.
Donna Sines

Donna Sines

Find a community hero in the mirror

News Staff
Monday, May 4, 2020
By Donna Sines:  When was the last time we recognized everyday heroes? As a society, creatively showing appreciation to people on the front lines in this historic war is celebrated and promoted by the media, and its encouraging people to share their experiences.
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