Opinion

FROM THE EDITOR: Listen to science — or some common sense — about the virus

As I make my way around the county and see people who haven’t heard from us at the paper face-to-face in a while, the COVID-19 epidemic comes up in every conversation. There’s nothing more dividing us now than society’s response to it. After 16 months it will just … not … go … away.

Look into all vaccines, not just COVID-19

National Immunization Awareness Month is recognized annually, during the month of August to remind communities across our nation the importance of becoming immunized while educating on national vaccination guidelines and schedules.

I’m your new editor — here’s a full disclosure of what I believe in

Hello there and greetings from your new editor of the Osceola News-Gazette. I appreciate you reading this space; I believe you won’t regret reading the rest of this column.

It’s been quite a ride

Dec. 26, 2000. That was the date my journey began at the Osceola News-Gazette. But in a bittersweet announcement, I’m here to say that my journey is ending. After more than 20 years with the News-Gazette, today is my last day. I’m resigning for a new opportunity.

When the rain will not drain, it’s a pain

By Jeremy Buchanon The rainy season is always one to be aware of - with intense summertime shows and the threat of hurricanes lurking on the horizon. When you live in Florida – even if it is for just a short time - you should quickly become accustomed to this natural cycle.

For job hunters, it’s a whole new world

By Odalys Simmons   Although America continues to make progress toward a post-pandemic world, not everyone is seeing a light at the end of the tunnel. In Central Florida especially, unemployment is still elevated, and thousands of job seekers are still trying to get back in the workforce.

Affordable housing is under attack in Florida

By Donnie Martinez, OSCAR President   This is your wake-up call, Florida, and we need your help to save affordable housing.