Saturday, July 4, 2020
The Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors on Wednesday approved a $229 million operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2021.
The vote came after several board discussions and a public hearing on the budget.
The approved budget is a three percent increase from the 2020 budget.…
Friday, July 3, 2020
Osceola continues its efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic on two fronts on Monday – taking applications for another round of housing assistance and opening a new testing site at Osceola Heritage Park.
Applications for Monday’s round of rental assistance and mortgage foreclosure prevention will…
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
A Kissimmee woman was arrested on Monday after state officials said she stole more than $160,000 from her employer.
Agents with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested Jennifer Alejandra Insuasti, 32, of 2219 Sylvan Court, Kissimmee, on one count of grand theft of $100,000 or more, a…
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Today, Orlando Health completed the acquisition of the 84-bed St. Cloud Regional Medical Center and its associated healthcare operations in St. Cloud from an affiliate of Community Health Systems.
Orlando Health has held a 20 percent minority interest in the hospital for more than 15 years and…
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
By Grantly Ricketts:
Central Florida experiences most of its annual rain between June 1 and Sept. 30.
Water is a very important component for good plant health, but for most people it is very difficult to find a balance. Too little water is bad, so is too much water. I recommend that plants…
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
By Brian McBride
Editor
The Osceola County School Board approved a back-to-school plan for students and parents on Tuesday that gives them three options when they begin returning Aug. 10.
The plan was submitted by a back-to-school task force, which was established by Superintendent Debra Pace to…
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Growing from an U.S. Air Force airfield prior to World War II to now generating more than $170,000 annually for Osceola County, the Kissimmee Gateway Airport is flying high at age 80.
As part of the birthday celebration, the public can take part in planned events such as a virtual exhibition of…
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
OUC – The Reliable One is adding 108.5 megawatts of green energy to its generation portfolio as two new solar farms begin operations.
OUC will draw all 74.5 megawatts of energy generated by the Taylor Creek Solar Energy Center in east Orange County and 34 megawatts from the 74.5-megawatt Harmony…
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
By Steve Norris
For the News-Gazette
It looks like we are going to have to put up with numerous showers and thunderstorms on and off all the way through the holiday weekend unfortunately. The temperatures are likely to reach the mid-90s around midday and very humid, and then the stage is set as…
Monday, June 29, 2020
Kathleen Thacker, board chairman of Kissimmee Utility Authority, recently received the Spence Vanderlinden Public Official Award from the American Public Power Association at its annual conference and business meeting, held virtually this year.
The award was initiated in 1984 to recognize personal…
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Kissimmee is the perfect destination for memorable thrill and chill vacation moments.
With current conditions in mind, there are plenty of outdoor adventures and attractions that social distance simply by nature.
Here are some of Experience Kissimmee’s eco-friendly partners, now reopened with…
News Staff
Friday, July 3, 2020
Osceola continues its efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic on two fronts on Monday – taking…
News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
A Kissimmee woman was arrested on Monday after state officials said she stole more than $160,000…
News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
Today, Orlando Health completed the acquisition of the 84-bed St. Cloud Regional Medical Center…
News Staff
Saturday, July 4, 2020
The Kissimmee Utility Authority board of directors on Wednesday approved a $229 million operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2021.
News
News Staff
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
OUC – The Reliable One is adding 108.5 megawatts of green energy to its generation portfolio as two new solar farms begin operations.
OUC will draw all 74.5…
Lisa Concepcion
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
The Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) will begin Summer Camp Monday, July 13, to Friday, Aug. 7. Fit Kidz for Fun Summer Camp will be at the APV Activity…
News Staff
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Tip 1
Identify and throw away food that may not be safe to eat. Throw away food that may have come in contact with flood or storm water. Throw away canned…
Sports
J. Daniel Pearson - For the News-Gazette
Monday, June 22, 2020
When it comes to high school football, things are back. Just not back to normal.
On June 15, Osceola County permitted students to return to campus for…
News Staff
Monday, June 15, 2020
The Orlando Curling Club (OCC) has relocated to The Ice Factory of Central Florida in Kissimmee.
Since its inception in 2014, the club has held the majority…
News Staff
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
The Osceola County School Board believes strongly in the benefits of athletics to positively impact students and schools both inside and outside of the…
Lifestyle
News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2020
By Grantly Ricketts:
Central Florida experiences most of its annual rain between June 1 and Sept. 30.
Water is a very important component for good plant…
News Staff
Sunday, June 28, 2020
Kissimmee is the perfect destination for memorable thrill and chill vacation moments.
With current conditions in mind, there are plenty of outdoor adventures…
Brian Mcbride
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
There was nothing funny about businesses having to close for several months due to the coronavirus.
But Porky’s Comedy Club in St. Cloud said it’s time to…
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