Osceola County, Kissimmee Osceola Council on Aging and Spectrum leaders joined at the Buen Vecino Digital Learning Lab grand opening. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia presented a check for $41,716 in unclaimed funds to the University of Central Florida on Sept. 15. The state was holding it, and returned it through the Claim Your Cash Florida program. (Photo/ Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia)
News Briefs — Sept. 24, 2026
Three wildlife underpasses, circled in orange, are part of the design for the section of State Road 534 Phase 2 through the Split Oak Forest. Underpasses are especially effective for terrestrial species such as deer, foxes, and smaller mammals, as well as amphibians and reptiles. (Graphic/CFX)
Thursday, September 24, 2026
The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) recently held two public meetings for the design of State Road 534 - Phase 2. CFX held in person and virtual meetings last week. Over 110 people were logged in to attend the virtual meeting.
Here’s a list of honors earned by Osceola County scholars at out-of-the-area universities or institutions, as reported by Merit Pages News.
Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital is celebrating its 100th robotic surgery, saying the milestone "Reflects its commitment to increasing access to innovative, high-quality care for patients in our community. " (Photo/St. Cloud Hospital)
Among the new laws taking effect next week on Oct. 1 are changes in how police identify criminal gang members, a new penalty for those who involve minors in animal fighting, and a clarification on license plate frame rules.
New Osceola Magic Coach Ronnie Burrell was introduced to media Wednesday at the Orlando Magic's training facility inside the Kia Center. (Photo/Osceola Magic)
Gateway running back Nydrell Thigpen ran for 200 yards and a touchdown for the second straight week in a 17-7 win over Poinciana Friday. (Photo/Ken Jackson)
Drew Gill came away with the $100,000 top prize with final-day limit weighing nearly 32 on Championship Sunday of the Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes. (Photo/Major League Fishing)
The Downtown St. Cloud Monthly Market returns on Wednesday, Sept. 30 from 5-9 p.m.
Ages 13 and up can join the Teen Craft Club at Oak Street Park Community Center for a free monthly program to explore their creativity, learn trendy new crafts, and hang out with friends.
Now is a great time to take pictures of your home before you start decorating for the holidays and submit your nomination for the Poinciana Beautiful Awards Program.
