The Celebration community received a lot of love at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially through Operation Uplift — a cause in which residents purchased yard signs with big red hearts to show their support and admiration for essential workers.
The organization is now sharing that same…
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The Kissimmee City Commission has approved the purchase of six No Smoke Direct Source Capture Exhaust Protection Systems to improve firefighter safety in the Kissimmee Fire Department (KFD).
“The Ward ‘No-Smoke’ is an essential component on all of our responding fire vehicles. These systems remove…
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Last year, the Osceola High School wrestling team pulled an upset on its way to a runner-up finish in the FHSAA State Dual Wrestling Championships.
Osceola Head Coach Jim Bird knew his team would need a similar effort in 2021 to reach the championship match for a second straight year.
Those results…
Monday, January 25, 2021
The Silver Spurs Riding Club announces its 10th Annual Monster Bulls event on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m., and the 145th Silver Spurs Rodeo on Feb. 19 and 20 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 21 at 2 p.m.
Real rodeo cowboys and cowgirls will be holding on for the ride of their lives as they compete against the…
Monday, January 25, 2021
A Kissimmee police officer was fired on Jan. 14 after it was determined that he violated standards for police department conduct after he made politically and racial offensive Facebook posts.
Kissimmee Police Chief Jeff O’Dell fired Officer Andrew Johnson after the agency’s Internal Affairs…
Monday, January 25, 2021
Osceola Arts will open the new year with The Odd Couple by Neil Simon. Beginning Friday, January 22nd and runs through Sunday, February 7th, the Osceola Arts Main stage will host this popular stage comedy.
Set in the 1960s, The Odd Couple follows Oscar Madison and Felix Unger, a messy sports…
Sunday, January 24, 2021
There will be a Boy Scout Troop 192 drive-through spaghetti dinner Saturday, Feb. 6, from 4 to 7 p.m., at 1001 Ohio Ave., St. Cloud.
Menu: Generous portions of spaghetti, meat sauce, garlic bread, salad and dessert.
It's $8 per person or $15 for 2
When you arrive, just follow the signs..
Saturday, January 23, 2021
The Osceola Council on Aging Meals on Wheels program will host the national 2021 March for Meals campaign by kicking off The KUA Presents March for Meals 5K.
The event will be Saturday, March 13, at the Kissimmee Lakefront Park and will include a 5K (3.1 mile) run and walk for individuals and/or…
Friday, January 22, 2021
Sheriff Marco Lopez is still getting his new administration in order after taking office earlier this month.
“We’ve had some difficulties transitioning here. I wasn’t allowed to transition the way a normal administration would,” said Lopez, a Democrat who defeated his predecessor Russ Gibson in…
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Osceola History presents Living History Day at Pioneer Village on Saturday, Feb. 13. This month’s theme focuses on Osceola County’s cattle history. The event features pioneer life demonstrations, re-enactors in 1880s dress and children’s activities. Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event Admission Special…
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
The Kissimmee Parks & Recreation Department recently opened the Mill Slough Park Fitness Trail at 2138 Agate Street to offer residents and visitors a well-shaded area to continue their exercise routines outdoors.
The Mill Slough Fitness Trail, constructed with $96,197, was a combination of…
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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The Kissimmee City Commission has approved the purchase of six No Smoke Direct Source Capture…
News Staff
Monday, January 25, 2021
The Silver Spurs Riding Club announces its 10th Annual Monster Bulls event on Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m…
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Monday, January 25, 2021
A Kissimmee police officer was fired on Jan. 14 after it was determined that he violated standards…
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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
The Celebration community received a lot of love at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, especially through Operation Uplift — a cause in which residents purchased yard signs with big red hearts to show their support and admiration for essential workers.
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
A 14-year-old Celebration girl wants to be listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the youngest girl to run across America from San Francisco to New…
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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Thousands of local workers have been impacted by job cuts, lost hours or furloughs due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the metro Orlando…
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Tuesday, January 19, 2021
The community is invited to learn about potential options for addressing capacity and safety needs along Poinciana Boulevard at a public information meeting…
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Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Last year, the Osceola High School wrestling team pulled an upset on its way to a runner-up finish in the FHSAA State Dual Wrestling Championships.
Osceola…
J. Daniel Pearson - For the News-Gazette
Monday, January 18, 2021
Osceola High fell into an early 9-0 deficit, but seized control with five consecutive pin falls in the middle of the match to defeat Bloomingdale, 49-27, in…
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Sunday, January 17, 2021
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) and Group1001 has announced that Lake Nona Golf & Country Club in will host the second edition of the…
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
The Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) has organized a pre-Valentine’s Day celebration that residents are cordially invited to.
International Wine Pairing…
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
The city of Kissimmee Parks & Recreation Department is now accepting registration for youth tennis that starts in February 2021. Registrations must be…
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Michael Winslow, the comedian well known for his appearances in the Police Academy movies, will be at Porky’s Comedy Club Jan. 22-23.
Winslow is billed as The…
