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With NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen aboard, the Integrity blazed its way into the heavens from Lauchpad 39-B at 6:35 p.m. (Photo/NASA Twitter)

With NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch and Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen aboard, the Integrity blazed its way into the heavens from Lauchpad 39-B at 6:35 p.m. (Photo/NASA Twitter)

Back to the moon (and back) -- Artemis lifts off

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
While four astronauts aboard the Artemis II Orion spacecraft didn't go to the moon, the mission that lifted off Wednesday from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station paved the way for a mission there in 2028.
As soon as Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday requiring voters to prove their citizenship in future elections, voting rights groups filed a legal challenge against it.

As soon as Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday requiring voters to prove their citizenship in future elections, voting rights groups filed a legal challenge against it.

Lawsuit filed as DeSantis signs Florida’s version of the SAVE Act

Jim Turner
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
News Service of Florida — As soon as Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday requiring voters to prove their citizenship in future elections, voting rights groups filed a legal challenge against it.The bill (HB 991) part of which takes effect Jan.
Safe Surrender is an opportunity for U.S. citizens with outstanding non-violent Osceola County misdemeanor or traffic warrants to safely turn themselves in and have their warrants reviewed, court dates reset and potentially resolved instead of being arrested.

Safe Surrender is an opportunity for U.S. citizens with outstanding non-violent Osceola County misdemeanor or traffic warrants to safely turn themselves in and have their warrants reviewed, court dates reset and potentially resolved instead of being arrested.

Safely deal with your simple Osceola warrant at Safe Surrender event

Staff Report
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Misdemeanor warrants for failing to appear for a court date, traffic warrant or a violation of probation are minor, but they bog down dockets for the courts and judges.
Think of April Fools’ Day as the world’s oldest, longestrunning “inside joke”—a day when truth is optional and the punchline is king.

Think of April Fools’ Day as the world’s oldest, longestrunning “inside joke”—a day when truth is optional and the punchline is king.

The joke is on history: unmasking April 1 ‘Fools’ origins

Emely Albelo
Monday, March 30, 2026
Think of April Fools’ Day as the world’s oldest, longestrunning “inside joke”—a day when truth is optional and the punchline is king.But perhaps the greatest prank of all is that, centuries later, historians still can’t agree on exactly how the tradition started.
Braden "Clavicular" Peters briefly discussed being in jail on his battery warrant Friday night on his Youtube channel this weekend. (Photo/Youtube)

Braden "Clavicular" Peters briefly discussed being in jail on his battery warrant Friday night on his Youtube channel this weekend. (Photo/Youtube)

Social media influencer arrested in connection with Kissimmee Airbnb battery posted online

Ken Jackson
Sunday, March 29, 2026
MONDAY UPDATE -- The Osceola County Sheriff's Office announced Monday that fellow suspect Violet Lentz turned herself in to the Osceola County Jail on Sunday for her active warrant for battery. She was released on a $1,000 bond early Monday morning.
The program addresses traffic laws, proper safety gear, and safe riding practices as the number of students using e-bikes, which can reach speeds of 30 mph, and scooters continues to grow. (Photo/Flyebike.com)

The program addresses traffic laws, proper safety gear, and safe riding practices as the number of students using e-bikes, which can reach speeds of 30 mph, and scooters continues to grow. (Photo/Flyebike.com)

E-bike safety training rolls out at Celebration schools

Debbie Daniel
Sunday, March 29, 2026
Starting this week, Osceola County students will soon have access to new e-bike safety training as district leaders respond to a rise in use of the devices by young riders.The Osceola School District, in partnership with the Osceola County Sheriff's Office, Sheriff Christopher A.
Mental Health Clinician Caryn Whisler from Kissimmee said she hopes her debut book "Squirmy Wormy' will teach kids in the classroom to be more empathic

Mental Health Clinician Caryn Whisler from Kissimmee said she hopes her debut book "Squirmy Wormy' will teach kids in the classroom to be more empathic

Kissimmee author’s first work looks into childhood ADHD

Emely Albelo
Thursday, March 26, 2026
With playful prose and gentle humor, Squirmy Wormy crawls into hearts, teaching children that everyone belongs in the classroom.Mental Health Clinician Caryn Whisler from Kissimmee said she hopes her debut book will teach kids in the classroom to be more empathetic to kids like Squirmy Wormy.
The Osceola Council on Aging expanded is mission beyond Central Florida with the completion of an affordable senior housing development in Salisbury, N.C. (Photo/OCOA)

The Osceola Council on Aging expanded is mission beyond Central Florida with the completion of an affordable senior housing development in Salisbury, N.C. (Photo/OCOA)

COUNCIL'S CORNER — Council on Aging develops Ford City Motor Lofts as strategic investment

Wendy Coschignano Ford
Thursday, March 26, 2026
At the Osceola Council on Aging, our mission has always been to serve seniors with dignity, compassion, and purpose. Recently, we expanded that mission beyond Central Florida with the completion of an affordable senior housing development in Salisbury, N.C.
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