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The Florida Highway Patrol reports a driver ran off Waters Edge Drive in Buenaventura Lakes early Friday and crashed into a retention pond. (Google Maps)

The Florida Highway Patrol reports a driver ran off Waters Edge Drive in Buenaventura Lakes early Friday and crashed into a retention pond. (Google Maps)

Kissimmee man dies after driving into BVL pond, FHP says

News Staff
Friday, May 30, 2025
A 23-year-old Kissimmee man died early Friday when his car plunged into a retention pond in Buenaventura Lakes, Florida Highway Patrol reports.According to the report, the man was driving a Mitsubishi Lancer southbound on on Waters Edge Drive, which is just south of Osceola Parkway.
St. Cloud Police had to escort at least two attendees from Tuesday's City Council meeting after continually speaking out of turn from the gallery regarding the annexation of about 1,000 acres of land. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

St. Cloud Police had to escort at least two attendees from Tuesday's City Council meeting after continually speaking out of turn from the gallery regarding the annexation of about 1,000 acres of land. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

Despite vocal opposition, St. Cloud annexes 1,000 acres

Debbie Daniel
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The St. Cloud City Council meeting grew heated Tuesday night, with St. Cloud Police officers escorting two speakers out of the chambers, as homeowners pleaded with Council members to deny or postpone planned annexation of their properties.
Well over 100 people attended the Memorial Day ceremony at Mount Peace Cemetery on Monday. The Guest speaker for Monday’s ceremony was American Legion Department of Florida Commander Chris Hamrick. (Photo/Terry Lloyd)

Well over 100 people attended the Memorial Day ceremony at Mount Peace Cemetery on Monday. The Guest speaker for Monday’s ceremony was American Legion Department of Florida Commander Chris Hamrick. (Photo/Terry Lloyd)

Fallen soldiers honored at Mt. Peace Cemetery

Terry Lloyd
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Veterans, civic organizations, and residents paid tribute to military members who died while serving their country at a solemn Memorial Day wreath-laying ceremony Monday morning.St.
Osceola County will feature a number of Summer BreakSpot meal locations. For specifics go to www.summerbreakspot.org/find-location.

Osceola County will feature a number of Summer BreakSpot meal locations. For specifics go to www.summerbreakspot.org/find-location.

No ID, no cost: Summer BreakSpot serves free meals to Osceola kids under 18

Debbie Daniel
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Summer can be a hungry time for many Osceola County families. With nearly 18,000 students qualifying for free or reduced lunch during the school year, local children often lose a reliable meal source once classes end. Thanks to the Summer BreakSpot Program from the U.S.
News Briefs — May 29, 2025

News Briefs — May 29, 2025

IN THE NEWS: News from St. Cloud Hospital, OSCAR

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
St. Cloud Hospital listed among Best Places to Work in Healthcare, debuts extended patient dining serviceFor the fourth consecutive year, Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital has been selected by Modern Healthcare among its 2025 Best Places to Work in Healthcare.
Veteran's Voice -- May 29, 2025

Veteran's Voice -- May 29, 2025

VETERANS' VOICE: VA Clinical contacts, mental health info

Terry Lloyd
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Here are some topics of interest to local veterans with implications reaching all the way to the nation’s capitol:Under VA care for mental health? There’s an app for that, too The MHA for Veterans app allows you to take a variety of mental health assessments from the comfort and convenience of home.
The Kissimmee High School Class of 1967 gathered for its 58th class reunion April 25-27 at the Marydia Community Center. (Photo/Diane Tisdale)

The Kissimmee High School Class of 1967 gathered for its 58th class reunion April 25-27 at the Marydia Community Center. (Photo/Diane Tisdale)

Kissimmee High celebrates Class of ’67 reunion

Staff Report
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The Kissimmee High School Class of 1967 held their 58th class reunion April 25-27 at the Marydia Community Center. The theme was “Together We Stand Stronger.”KHS was Osceola County African-American public school, before Osceola High integrated the following year, and the school closed.
Electrical contractor L.E.B.S. Electric has opened the doors to its new Kissimmee office located at 813 East Donegan Avenue. The company held a ribbon cutting May 14.

Electrical contractor L.E.B.S. Electric has opened the doors to its new Kissimmee office located at 813 East Donegan Avenue. The company held a ribbon cutting May 14.

L.E.B.S. electrifies Kissimmee

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Electrical contractor L.E.B.S. Electric has opened the doors to its new Kissimmee office located at 813 East Donegan Avenue. The company held a ribbon cutting May 14.The event marked the launch of L.E.B.S. Electric’s third Florida office and first in Central Florida.“L.E.B.S.
Photo/Ken Jackson

Photo/Ken Jackson

Here’s to you, the Class of 2025!

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Last week at the Silver Spurs Arena, thousands of School District of Osceola County high school graduates walked across the stage and grasped their diplomas, validating 13 years of hard work, sacrifices and accomplishments. It was truly their day.
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