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• Editorial: Is it necessary?

  Opinions

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:59

  We’re with the opposition on wondering why a new Osceola County Protocol Office is needed to help international dignitaries hook-up with the local business community.Don’t get us wrong. We are not saying that more and perhaps better-organized contacts...

• Nothing personal, Fidel; just expressing our rights

  Opinions

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:56

  Leonard PittsTribune Media Dear Cuba:Maybe you’ve got a point.I refer to your outrage over a new video game, the object of which is to assassinate Fidel Castro. In “Call of Duty: Black Ops,” the latest in the popular series from Activision Blizzard...

• A conversation (virtual) with the president

  Opinions

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:54

  Ross MackenzieTribune Media Good to see you again, Mr. President. It’s been a long time. When better to renew our ongoing (virtual) conversation than following the elections?Exactly. So what are your thoughts on the outcome? Well, as I said in my day-a...

• Letters to the Editor for November 20, 2010

  Opinions

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:51

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• Wrestling preview: Can OHS stay at top?

  Sports

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:45

  Strong squads abound in countyBy Rick PedoneSports EditorOsceola High has dominated county competition over the past five years as the OBC champion, but the loss of several state champions and state qualifiers to graduation make it difficult for the Kowbo...

• Vick paid dues, now watch out

  Sports

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:43

  Ken JacksonSports Writer A co-worker who started Mike Vick as his fantasy league quarterback wondered aloud Monday night if he should feel guilty about using him to post a dominant victory.Why? Andy Reid doesn’t. ...

• Going pioneer

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:17

  News-Gazette Photos/Andrew SullivanAbove, Okeechobee resident Buddy Mills prepares swamp cabbage during Pioneer Day at the Osceola County Historical Society’s Pioneer Village Nov. 13. At right, Roy Dumars, of Big Boys Bangin’ Bar-B-Q, puts...

• City considers fee revisions

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:16

  By Fallan PattersonStaff WriterAt the first meeting of the new St. Cloud City Council Thursday evening following the Nov. 2 election, members faced tough decisions about ways to promote local business development through lower impact fees. ...

• County to establish new Protocol Office

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:15

  By Marvin G. CortnerEditorThe Osceola County Commission Monday in a 4-1 vote approved a resolution establishing a Protocol Office to generate international business leads and tourism.The county Economic Development Department, under which the Protocol Off...

• A place they can call home

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:14

  Neighborhood program has its first tenantsBy Fallan PattersonStaff WriterElaine and Archibald Naidu hung family photographs on the walls, placed special mementos on shelves and welcomed guests to their new home. ...

• News Briefs for November 20, 2010

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:10

  Council to host holiday mealTo help residents in the community who find themselves alone or unable to prepare a family Thanksgiving dinner, the Osceola County Council on Aging will host its annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day, Th...

• Detectives need public’s help in identifying robbery suspect

  County News

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 21:09

  Osceola County Sheriff’s Office detectives are asking for the public’s help in locating a robbery suspect.On Nov. 15 at 12:22 p.m., Osceola County Sheriff’s deputies responded to 4650 W. U.S. Highway 192 in Kissimmee and upon arrival spoke with the ...

• Harmony girls soccer beats Eustis, 1-0

  Sports

  Created: Friday, 19 November 2010 11:57

  By Ken Jackson Sports Writer The Harmony girls soccer program scored a landmark win on Thursday, defeating two-time defending district champion Eustis, 1-0, in Eustis. The Longhorns (4-1) made an Anna Blanchard goal off a direct free kick in ...

• We wish you a Mickey Christmas —The Christmas party is back at the Magic Kingdom on select nights

  Entertainment

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 17:08

  By Peter Covino Entertainment Editor If you need a little Christmas, head on over to the Magic Kingdom for another season of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. With the cool evenings of late November, you will almost believe those snowflakes fa...

• Marco’s Pizza is a fresh experience —New pizza restaurant serves up a tasty pie with lots of extras

  Entertainment

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 17:00

  By Peter Covino Entertainment Editor Before you pick up the phone and order from one of the old stand-by chains for you weekly fix of pizza, you just might want to consider Marco’s Pizza. Marco’s already operates several pizza restaurants in Centra...

• OHS at Oviedo again

  Sports

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 09:15

  The Kowboys have won three straight against the Lions By Rick PedoneSports EditorOsceola has had Oviedo’s number over the past three seasons, winning each game including last year’s 5A-1 regional quarterfinal, 34-14. ...

• St. Cloud runs past GHS to wrap up 2010 season

  Sports

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 09:13

  By Rick PedoneSports EditorSt. Cloud High’s preseason goal was a third straight trip to the football playoffs, but the team will have to settle for a 5-6 record after a 40-6 win at Gateway Friday to conclude the regular season. ...

• Runners at state meet Saturday

  Sports

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 09:11

  By Rick PedoneSports EditorCross country teams from St. Cloud and Harmony, and individuals from Liberty and Celebration will compete Saturday morning at the Class 3A state cross country meet at Dade City’s Little Everglades Ranch. ...

• Horns fall to MCC in finale

  Sports

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 09:08

  By Ken JacksonSports WriterA season that began with promise for Harmony High School ended with a 42-21 loss to Melbourne Central Catholic on Friday. ...

• GHS foundation in place, Roberts says

  Sports

  Created: Thursday, 18 November 2010 09:07

  By Ken JacksonSports WriterA 40-6 loss to St. Cloud on Friday put the wraps on Gateway’s second-straight 2-8 season, but Coach Marlin Roberts said it’s been a process just putting in a foundation for future success. ...