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There will be nightly lane closures at Marigold Avenue and Peabody Road (No. 1 on the graphic) beginning Sunday, Feb. 1, for approximately two months. (News-Gazette File)

There will be nightly lane closures at Marigold Avenue and Peabody Road (No. 1 on the graphic) beginning Sunday, Feb. 1, for approximately two months. (News-Gazette File)

POINCIANA NEWS — Nightly Marigold Lane closures

Lisa Concepcion
Thursday, January 29, 2026
There will be nightly lane closures at Marigold Avenue and Peabody Road beginning Sunday, Feb. 1, for approximately two months. Closures will take place Sunday through Thursday from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. Flaggers will direct traffic to the open side of the roadway.
Get ready for a thrilling day of competition, camaraderie, and court-side excitement at the For the Love of Pickleball—Will Way Tournament on Feb. 14 at the Oak Street Courts. (Graphic/City of Kissimmee)

Get ready for a thrilling day of competition, camaraderie, and court-side excitement at the For the Love of Pickleball—Will Way Tournament on Feb. 14 at the Oak Street Courts. (Graphic/City of Kissimmee)

KISSIMMEE NEWS — Dancing, pickleball and board games

Submitted By The City Of Kissimmee
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Dads and daughters are invited to step into an unforgettable evening of elegance, fun, and heartfelt connection at the Daddy and Daughter Dance—featuring a stunning “All White Affair” theme. This special celebration takes place on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 5-7 p.m. at the Chambers Park Community Center.
Registration is now open for the 5th Annual 5K Run for the Cherubs to be held on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the St. Cloud Lakefront.

Registration is now open for the 5th Annual 5K Run for the Cherubs to be held on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the St. Cloud Lakefront.

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Start February with Relay for Life, cancer awareness events

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The 17th Annual Cancer Awareness event hosted by Rayzor Edge Music and Bike Fest takes place on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown St. Cloud (1021B Pennsylvania Ave.). This community event brings together amazing cars, great people and a powerful mission.
Anglers in the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Kissimmee Chain presented by Battery Tender will be greeted with cold temperatures, but expert anglers think that could lead to full wells and bags at weigh in.

Anglers in the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Kissimmee Chain presented by Battery Tender will be greeted with cold temperatures, but expert anglers think that could lead to full wells and bags at weigh in.

Weather following the cold could lead to big BASSMaster bags

Staff Report
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Bassmaster Elite Series pro John Cox believes winter’s arrival might be setting up an absolute smash fest for the Turtlebox Bassmaster Open at Kissimmee Chain presented by Battery Tender, which runs Thursday through Saturday right here on the local chain’s lakes.Daily takeoffs will go out of Big...
ust in time as the weather’s gotten “chili”, the Downtown Monthly Market Chili Cook-off takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Be prepared to enjoy bold flavors, friendly competition and bragging rights.

ust in time as the weather’s gotten “chili”, the Downtown Monthly Market Chili Cook-off takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Be prepared to enjoy bold flavors, friendly competition and bragging rights.

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Downtown Market forecast: 'Chili'; and it'll be cool

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Just in time as the weather’s gotten “chili”, the Downtown Monthly Market Chili Cook-off takes place on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Be prepared to enjoy bold flavors, friendly competition and bragging rights.
Join the city for a vibrant and uplifting Black History Celebration, a day dedicated to honoring culture, community, and our shared local heritage on Feb. 21.

Join the city for a vibrant and uplifting Black History Celebration, a day dedicated to honoring culture, community, and our shared local heritage on Feb. 21.

KISSIMMEE NEWS — Daddy/Daughter Dance, Pickleball invitational, Black History Month celebration

Submitted By The City Of Kissimmee
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Dads and daughters are invited to step into an unforgettable evening of elegance, fun, and heartfelt connection at the Daddy and Daughter Dance—featuring a stunning “All White Affair” theme!
POINCIANA NEWS — Sports league signups approaching

POINCIANA NEWS — Sports league signups approaching

POINCIANA NEWS — Sports league signups approaching

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Osceola County School District Grants Management is bringing its RISE Up Osceola Bus to branches of the Osceola Library System.  This renovated yellow school bus has been transformed into a mini pre-K classroom.
The Strike King Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops will kick off the 2026 season at Florida's Kissimmee Chain of Lakes Jan. 22-23. (Photo/Bassmaster)

The Strike King Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops will kick off the 2026 season at Florida's Kissimmee Chain of Lakes Jan. 22-23. (Photo/Bassmaster)

Bassmaster College Series hits Kissimmee chain this week

Ken Jackson
Saturday, January 17, 2026
The 2026 Strike King Bassmaster College Series and Junior and High School series has come to Kissimmee Chain of lakes to start its seasons.A Strike King Bassmaster High School Series and Tackle Warehouse Bassmaster Junior Series single-day junior event is scheduled to hit the water Sunday.
Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Putting your aging parents’ wishes first

News Staff
Thursday, January 15, 2026
As your parents grow older, it may be time to talk with them about financial and aging issues, which may involve difficult conversations. You’ll want to be careful how you approach this.
The City of St. Cloud and Hopkins Heroes is hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peghorn Nature Park. Volunteers will help with the beautification of one of St. Cloud’s city parks. (Graphic/City of St. Cloud)

The City of St. Cloud and Hopkins Heroes is hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peghorn Nature Park. Volunteers will help with the beautification of one of St. Cloud’s city parks. (Graphic/City of St. Cloud)

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Service above self on and around Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
The City of St. Cloud and Hopkins Heroes is hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peghorn Nature Park. Volunteers will help with the beautification of one of St. Cloud’s city parks, take part in hands on service and learning opportunities.
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