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People lined up in their vehicles at Osceola Heritage Park wait to get tested for COVID-19. NEWS-GAZETTE PHOTO/BRIAN MCBRIDE

People lined up in their vehicles at Osceola Heritage Park wait to get tested for COVID-19. NEWS-GAZETTE PHOTO/BRIAN MCBRIDE

Drive-up testing for COVID-19 in Osceola County lifts off

News Staff
Thursday, April 23, 2020
The COVID-19 drive-up test site at Osceola Heritage Park in Osceola County began today. The tests are available to anyone who has symptoms or anyone who has had close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19, even if they are not currently experiencing symptoms.
Suspect sought

Suspect sought

Kissimmee police asking for public's help to find suspect

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
The Kissimmee Police Department need your help in finding this suspect. He was seen loitering at a business off North John Young Parkway and throwing a cinder block through a window. If you know the whereabouts of this person, your asked to contact KPD.
2020 election year

2020 election year

Coronavirus and the campaign trail

Brian McBride
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
Editor’s note: This is the second and final installment of “COVID-19 and the campaign trail.” The first article ran in the April 16 edition. With 2020 an election year, and Osceola County along with the rest of the country dealing with COVID-19, campaigning for candidates might be a little tricky.
Celebrating Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day

Celebrating Earth Day in your own backyard

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
By OUC Communications: Every April, Earth Day celebrations mark a time to reflect on how we can protect and preserve our environment. Below are several fun ways you and your family can participate – right in your own backyard – and celebrate all year long.
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