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City Attorney Dan Mantzaris reminded the Council they can make their preferred changes to the times at the ordinance’s second and final reading.

City Attorney Dan Mantzaris reminded the Council they can make their preferred changes to the times at the ordinance’s second and final reading.

Downtown St. Cloud outdoor alcohol consumption could extend

Ken Jackson
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The St. Cloud City Council will move forward with a proposal to extend hours of outdoor alcohol consumption in the downtown Entertainment District.The ordinance as originally drafted would allow the sales from 11 a.m. until 1 a.m., seven days a week.
The school district and Nike through BSN Sports have embarked on a four-year contract that will provide athletic programs financial support along with cost savings and a new branding opportunity when outfitting athletes beginning in the fall.

The school district and Nike through BSN Sports have embarked on a four-year contract that will provide athletic programs financial support along with cost savings and a new branding opportunity when outfitting athletes beginning in the fall.

It’s a Nike thing—School District inks deal to outfit, support high school athletic programs

Ken Jackson
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Thanks to a new multi-year partnership approved last week, Osceola County athletes will be able to “Just Do It”—even if they aren’t old enough to recognize that old Nike tag line.
The Healthy Start Coalition of Osceola County, which works to promote and assist the health and well-being of mothers, babies and families in the community, has received grant funding from health insurance advocacy group Simply Healthcare, and it’s putting those dollars right to use to support a new initiative. (Photo/Healthy Start of Osceola County)

The Healthy Start Coalition of Osceola County, which works to promote and assist the health and well-being of mothers, babies and families in the community, has received grant funding from health insurance advocacy group Simply Healthcare, and it’s putting those dollars right to use to support a new initiative. (Photo/Healthy Start of Osceola County)

A Healthy Start to help form healthy families with grant funding

Ken Jackson
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Healthy Start Coalition of Osceola County, which works to promote and assist the health and well-being of mothers, babies and families in the community, has received grant funding from health insurance advocacy group Simply Healthcare, and it’s putting those dollars right to use to support a...
Health Leadership Council Human Trafficking Community Training — March 26

Health Leadership Council Human Trafficking Community Training — March 26

Health Leadership Council Human Trafficking Community Training

Staff Report
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Human trafficking remains a critical issue in our community—Florida currently ranks third in the United States for reported cases—and as a part of an ongoing commitment to community education and safety, the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County is collaborating with the Health Leadership...
Richard Ferguson, 70, was convicted in November 2023 after prosecutors said he allowed his son Ri’Shard Ferguson, then 15, to drive a family car; the son crashed into another vehicle on Sept. 3, 2023, killing four people. (File Photo)

Richard Ferguson, 70, was convicted in November 2023 after prosecutors said he allowed his son Ri’Shard Ferguson, then 15, to drive a family car; the son crashed into another vehicle on Sept. 3, 2023, killing four people. (File Photo)

Father of teen who caused deadly 2023 Poinciana crash sentenced to 37 years in prison

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
The father of the teen driver who ran a stop sign in Poinciana that killed three children ages 1 to 11 and their grandmother was sentenced Wednesday to 37 years in prison on four charges of manslaughter.
The Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away Tuesday morning at age 84. (Photo/Rainbow/PUSH Coalition)

The Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away Tuesday morning at age 84. (Photo/Rainbow/PUSH Coalition)

Rev. Jesse Jackson, noted civil rights and political trailblazer, passes away

Ken Jackson
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering figure in the U.S.'s civil right movement over the last 50 years, passed away early Tuesday at the age of 84, his family has confirmed.Jackson, who walked in the path of the Rev. Martin Luther King and served as a mentor to others like Rev.
Marlon Zetino, DOB 7-9-1970

Marlon Zetino, DOB 7-9-1970

Arrest made in Saturday night attempted murder

News Staff
Sunday, February 15, 2026
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man it says shot multiple people at a home just east of Orange Blossom Trail late Saturday night as detectives continue to investigate.
Smoke from a fire along Southport Road south of Lake Tohopekaliga could be clearly seen from Canoe Creek Road to the east. (Photo/Taylor McFee)

Smoke from a fire along Southport Road south of Lake Tohopekaliga could be clearly seen from Canoe Creek Road to the east. (Photo/Taylor McFee)

Fire officials working to contain 2 Osceola fires

Ken Jackson
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Osceola fire officials are working Sunday to contain two brush fires and protect nearby structures.A smaller brush fire broke out around 2 p.m. in the vicinity of Southport Road on the south side of Lake Tohopekaliga.
St. Cloud Police Chief Doug Goerke swears in Capt. Denise Roberts to be the agency's first female Deputy Chief at a City Hall ceremony Friday. (Photo/St. Cloud Police)

St. Cloud Police Chief Doug Goerke swears in Capt. Denise Roberts to be the agency's first female Deputy Chief at a City Hall ceremony Friday. (Photo/St. Cloud Police)

Denise Roberts sworn in as St. Cloud Police's first female Deputy Chief

News Staff
Friday, February 13, 2026
Denise Roberts, who has risen through the ranks during a nearly 25-year career with the St. Cloud Police Department, officially became the outfit's first female deputy chief when she was sworn to the post Friday at St. Cloud City Hall.Roberts fills the role of retiring Deputy Chief Kirk Zilke.
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