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This is not a veiled reference to 90s' band Smashing Pumpkins. It's about St. Cloud's Great Pumpkin Smash on Nov. 1, where you can recycle your Halloween pumpkins. PHOTO/EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEE

This is not a veiled reference to 90s' band Smashing Pumpkins. It's about St. Cloud's Great Pumpkin Smash on Nov. 1, where you can recycle your Halloween pumpkins. PHOTO/EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEE

St. Cloud News — Spooky Saturday in St. Cloud!

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
There are four spooky events – all in one day – on Saturday (Oct. 29) in downtown St. Cloud! Downtown St. Cloud Trick or Treat runs from 5-7 p.m. Bring the children in costume as the visit local vendors.
The S-65, S-65A, S-65D and S-65E boat locks along the Kissimmee River and the S-61 Southport boat lock have re-opened after Hurricane Ian flow regulation.

The S-65, S-65A, S-65D and S-65E boat locks along the Kissimmee River and the S-61 Southport boat lock have re-opened after Hurricane Ian flow regulation.

Navigational locks along Kissimmee River and Kissimmee Chain of Lakes now open

News Staff
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Provided by South Florida Water Management District The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) re-opened five navigational locks along the Kissimmee River and in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

Submitted By My Fwc
Friday, October 21, 2022
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Alert System is now using a safe and effective new system for submitting anonymous tips. The public can contact FWC Law Enforcement by downloading an easy-to-use iPhone or Android app: “FWC Wildlife Alert.”
A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10-12 grade first place winner, Juliana Sessum. PHOTO/MY FWC

A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10-12 grade first place winner, Juliana Sessum. PHOTO/MY FWC

FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest

Staff Report
Friday, October 21, 2022
If your children enjoy art and drawing, fish and animals — and combining the two, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has something for you. FWC, in partnership with Wildlife Forever, announces the 25th Anniversary Fish Art Contest is now open.
Get some insight into growing a garden or food at an Extension Services class or event. PHOTO/UF-IFAS EXTENSION SERVICES

Get some insight into growing a garden or food at an Extension Services class or event. PHOTO/UF-IFAS EXTENSION SERVICES

Osceola County Extension Services events

News Staff
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Here’s a list of UFIFAS Osceola County Extension Services classes and events offered over the next several weeks. Registration is required at: http://ocagriculture.event brite.com. Virtual Event: A Home of Your Own, First Time Homebuyer – 2-Evening Classes — Nov. 1-2, 5-9 p.m.; $10 plus fees.
Join local author, historian and film maker Noemi Figueroa at the book launch presentation of her book “The Borinqueneers.” SUBMITTED PHOTO

Join local author, historian and film maker Noemi Figueroa at the book launch presentation of her book “The Borinqueneers.” SUBMITTED PHOTO

Poinciana News — Meet the author of ‘The Borinqueneers’

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Join local author, historian and film maker Noemi Figueroa at the book launch presentation of her book “The Borinqueneers” on Saturday from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Poinciana Library (101 N. Doverplum Ave.) The 65th Infantry Regiment was nicknamed the Borinqueneers in recognition of the original Taino...
The pumpkin vine stretches across the lawn of the Kissimmee Christian Church in the spirit of fall. PHOTO/CHRIS MILLER

The pumpkin vine stretches across the lawn of the Kissimmee Christian Church in the spirit of fall. PHOTO/CHRIS MILLER

Kissimmee Christian’s Pumpkin Vine

Chris Miller
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
“I don’t see how a pumpkin patch could be more sincere than this one,” as it was said in the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown. A quick glance at the place where North Main and Brack streets meet in downtown Kissimmee, reveals just another church building.
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