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Judges: the uncommon candidates in election season

Judges: the uncommon candidates in election season

Judges: the uncommon candidates in election season

Matthew Boggs
Thursday, April 16, 2026
This story is part of a collaborative initiative of independent local news outlets working towards a more informed and engaged Central Florida as the News Collaborative of Central Florida.Florida is approaching judicial election season. Candidates are filing and raising campaign funds.
National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day, celebrated annually today, April 16, is the one day of the year when “rolling out of bed” isn’t a sign of a rough morning—it’s a fashion statement! (Graphic/National Day Calendar)

National Wear Your Pajamas to Work Day, celebrated annually today, April 16, is the one day of the year when “rolling out of bed” isn’t a sign of a rough morning—it’s a fashion statement! (Graphic/National Day Calendar)

It’s Pajama Day! Here’s the cozy origins

Emely Albelo
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Forget the power suit and toss the starch—today is all about flannel, fleece, and the occasional pair of fuzzy slippers.
Lane Construction will design and construct a $582 million portion of a new interchange that will connect a to-be segment of State Road 538 (Poinciana Parkway) to I-4 and State Road 429. (Rendering/Lane Construction)

Lane Construction will design and construct a $582 million portion of a new interchange that will connect a to-be segment of State Road 538 (Poinciana Parkway) to I-4 and State Road 429. (Rendering/Lane Construction)

NEWS BRIEFS — I4-4, 429, Poinciana Parkway interchange in the works; new HCA Florida Poinciana CFO named

I-4-429-poinciana Parkway Interchange In The Works
Thursday, April 16, 2026
I4-4, 429, Poinciana Parkway interchange in the worksA design and construction team has been selected oversee the upgrade of Interstate 4 through a portion of Osceola County that is, at best unholy mess and at its worst one of the worst traffic choke points in the state.
Jean Carlos Hernandez Mejia, DOB: 05/09/1991

Jean Carlos Hernandez Mejia, DOB: 05/09/1991

Kissimmee Police nab burglary suspect after 'rapid response'

Staff Report
Monday, April 13, 2026
The Kissimmee Police Department, along with help from an Osceola Sheriff's policing unit helped in the arrest of an individual following a responded to a report of suspicious activity at a local pharmacy after a citizen called 911 to report activity in the area.
In March, the City Council agreed to cover the cost for four children living near Hopkins Park to attend the city’s summer camp at the Civic Center. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

In March, the City Council agreed to cover the cost for four children living near Hopkins Park to attend the city’s summer camp at the Civic Center. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

St. Cloud Council addresses Hopkins Park camp closure

Debbie Daniel
Friday, April 10, 2026
Construction on renovations at Hopkins Park in St. Cloud is expected to begin this summer, and that project will temporarily displace dozens of children who rely on the park’s free summer camp.
Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon showed off a gun lock, like the ones it will give away at a May 1 event. (Photo/Osceola Sheriff's Office)

Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon showed off a gun lock, like the ones it will give away at a May 1 event. (Photo/Osceola Sheriff's Office)

3-year-old accidently shoots himself in the chest

Ken Jackson
Friday, April 10, 2026
Osceola County Sheriff’s detectives continue to investigate a shooting that left a 3 1/2-year-old child in stable condition at a home in Poinciana last week.Investigators say the boy unintentionally shot himself in the chest Thursday shortly before 3:30 p.m.
The Osceola News-Gazette has collected seven Florida Press Association first-place awards since 2022. (Staff photo)

The Osceola News-Gazette has collected seven Florida Press Association first-place awards since 2022. (Staff photo)

News-Gazette nominated for nine Florida Press Association awards

News-gazette Editorial Board
Friday, April 10, 2026
The Florida Press Association has announced the nominees for its 2026 Best Weekly Newspaper Contest, and the Osceola News-Gazette is well represented.Your local paper received nine nominations for awards in news coverage, column writing, photography and website excellence.
Osceola Council on Aging developed Buen Vecino, an affordable senior housing complex in Buenaventura Lakes, and just one example of the Council’s Fair Housing initiatives. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

Osceola Council on Aging developed Buen Vecino, an affordable senior housing complex in Buenaventura Lakes, and just one example of the Council’s Fair Housing initiatives. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

COUNCIL'S CORNER — Spotlighting Fair Housing Month

Wendy Coschignano Ford
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Fair Housing Month is observed nationally each April to commemorate the signing by President Lyndon Johnson of the landmark Fair Housing Act on April 11, 1968.
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