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The Sheriff’s Office has shared a few details into six high-profile cases it is working; the crimes were committed as many as 33 years ago.

The Sheriff’s Office has shared a few details into six high-profile cases it is working; the crimes were committed as many as 33 years ago.

Sheriff’s Cold Case Program looking to solve more cases after recent success

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 18, 2025
After announcing that his office’s Cold Case Program had solved two outstanding homicide cases—one dating back to 2007—Osceola County Sheriff Chris Blackmon announced last week that the unit would continue to work 32 other cold cases, with the public’s help.
Paul Grizelle-Reid (Photo/Valencia College)

Paul Grizelle-Reid (Photo/Valencia College)

Poinciana pastor proves it’s never too late to get that degree

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Paul Grizelle-Reid is the Valencia College Class of 2025 oldest graduate.At age 82 years old, it isn’t even close.And he’s not done—through the Direct Connect program, he’s now working toward his bachelor’s degree in English literature at UCF.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved a preferred route for the Southport Connector expressway through Poinciana, including a controversial portion down the middle of Cypress Parkway. (Graphic/CFX)

The Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved a preferred route for the Southport Connector expressway through Poinciana, including a controversial portion down the middle of Cypress Parkway. (Graphic/CFX)

CFX moves ahead with Southport Connector Plan

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 18, 2025
At its latest meeting last week, the Central Florida Expressway Authority Governing Board approved a preferred route for the Southport Connector expressway as part of its Project Development & Environment (PD&E) study.
A young volunteer places a wreath on a Civil War veteran’s grave at Mt. Peace Cemetery Saturday (Photo/Terry Lloyd).

A young volunteer places a wreath on a Civil War veteran’s grave at Mt. Peace Cemetery Saturday (Photo/Terry Lloyd).

High Holiday Honors — Deceased veterans honored at Wreaths Across America

Terry Lloyd
Thursday, December 18, 2025
On the second Saturday before Christmas across the country, veterans organizations, families, and concerned individuals come together to honor America’s deceased veterans by placing a remembrance wreath on veterans’ graves.
Kissimmee Police Department Deputy Chief Wilson Munoz has successfully petitioned for his reinstatement after a higher-up terminated him and another superior upheld that action.

Kissimmee Police Department Deputy Chief Wilson Munoz has successfully petitioned for his reinstatement after a higher-up terminated him and another superior upheld that action.

Kissimmee Police deputy chief reinstated after city response

Ken Jackson
Thursday, December 18, 2025
A Kissimmee Police Department deputy chief has successfully petitioned for his reinstatement after a higher-up terminated him and another superior upheld that action.
A 55-year-old Kissimmee woman was killed shortly after midnight Thursday when the car she was riding in was involved in a collision along Poinciana Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol reports.

A 55-year-old Kissimmee woman was killed shortly after midnight Thursday when the car she was riding in was involved in a collision along Poinciana Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol reports.

Kissimmee woman killed in crash along Poinciana Boulevard, FHP says

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
A 55-year-old Kissimmee woman was killed shortly after midnight Thursday when the car she was riding in was involved in a collision along Poinciana Boulevard, the Florida Highway Patrol reports.
Celebrating the holiday in Kissimmee — thousands turned out for the City of Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade. (Photo/Taylor McFee)

Celebrating the holiday in Kissimmee — thousands turned out for the City of Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade. (Photo/Taylor McFee)

No need to dream— Kissimmee delivers a bright Christmas

Taylor McFee
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Kissimmee’s featured annual holiday celebration brought thousands of visitors looking for a festive fun night.The Festival of Lights parade highlighted a day full of celebration outside of City Hall.
Osceola County and SM NeoCity Developer have broken the NeoCity Center concept plan into smaller phases that include public plaza, parking, office and, retail and restaurant space to be built on the NeoCity campus east of Kissimmee. (Graphic/Shop Architecture)

Osceola County and SM NeoCity Developer have broken the NeoCity Center concept plan into smaller phases that include public plaza, parking, office and, retail and restaurant space to be built on the NeoCity campus east of Kissimmee. (Graphic/Shop Architecture)

County approves NeoCity deals with AdventHealth, New York developer

Ken Jackson
Monday, December 15, 2025
Osceola County commissioners approved two projects at their Monday meeting that would further the county’s NeoCity developments.
Florida's average gas price has declined 31 cents in the past 23 days, AAA reported Monday morning. (Graphic/AAA)

Florida's average gas price has declined 31 cents in the past 23 days, AAA reported Monday morning. (Graphic/AAA)

What's the gas price trend heading into the holiday travel time?

Staff Report
Monday, December 15, 2025
If you are starting to plan for your holiday road-trip travel, especially early this week, you'll be pleasantly surprised when you hit up the gas pump.Florida gas prices are moving lower as millions of Americans finalize their year-end holiday travel plans. Of the 7.
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