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The University of Central Florida announced Monday it has met standards to be designated as a “preeminent state research university,” which, in part, would lead to increased funding and recognition.

The University of Central Florida announced Monday it has met standards to be designated as a “preeminent state research university,” which, in part, would lead to increased funding and recognition.

UCF on path to ‘Preeminent’ status; Rollins ranked No. 1 in private school regional ranking

The University of Central Florida announced Monday it has met standards to be designated as a “preeminent state research university,” which, in part, would lead to increased funding and recognition.
David Jolly said he questioned "For a family, for a candidate with children, whether or not to stay committed to being in the public arena".

David Jolly said he questioned "For a family, for a candidate with children, whether or not to stay committed to being in the public arena".

Jolly weighed race, upped security after Kirk murder

Democratic candidate David Jolly told a News Service of Florida podcast last week that he considered dropping out of the 2026 Florida governor's race and beefed up security after last week’s assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk.
The Southport Connector Expressway project gathered Poinciana locals interested in viewing route proposals on Thursday.. (Photo/Michelle Kostuch)

The Southport Connector Expressway project gathered Poinciana locals interested in viewing route proposals on Thursday.. (Photo/Michelle Kostuch)

Southport Connector driving forward amid public concerns

The Central Florida Expressway Authority held three public hearings this week to update the local Poinciana community and hear public comment about the Southport Connector Expressway project proposed.
A Kissimmee man faces 20 years in prison for each of 10 counts that the Justice Department levied saying he defrauded the company.

A Kissimmee man faces 20 years in prison for each of 10 counts that the Justice Department levied saying he defrauded the company.

Kissimmee claims adjuster found guilty of wire fraud

The Department of Justice has reported a federal jury has found a Kissimmee man guilty of 10 counts of wire fraud after defrauding his employer of $580,000.James Octavias Tobias Owens, 34, faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison on each count at his sentencing scheduled for Dec. 9.
After being named by the Governor to take over the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office and spending his first 100 days realigning the organization and its finances, Sheriff Chris Blackmon said he’s willing to lead the agency in the long term. (Photo/OCSO)

After being named by the Governor to take over the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office and spending his first 100 days realigning the organization and its finances, Sheriff Chris Blackmon said he’s willing to lead the agency in the long term. (Photo/OCSO)

Sheriff Blackmon: “We're going to operate in integrity and trust”

Never has a truer statement been made than this: There’s a new Sheriff in town.
This post reportedly from a Celebration K-8 teacher was shared by Students for Trump National Chair Ryan Fournier; the school announced two days later it was investigating. (Graphic/Ryan Fournier Facebook)

This post reportedly from a Celebration K-8 teacher was shared by Students for Trump National Chair Ryan Fournier; the school announced two days later it was investigating. (Graphic/Ryan Fournier Facebook)

4 Osceola teachers reportedly under investigation regarding Charlie Kirk posts

Four School District of Osceola County employees who may have made inappropriate remarks regarding last week’s shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk are reportedly under investigation, a district spokesperson said this week.
The cities of Kissimmee and St. Cloud, Osceola County and its School District are putting the finishing touches on their budgets for fiscal year 2025-26. In most cases, those years begin Oct. 1. METRO CREATIVE

The cities of Kissimmee and St. Cloud, Osceola County and its School District are putting the finishing touches on their budgets for fiscal year 2025-26. In most cases, those years begin Oct. 1. METRO CREATIVE

The changing of the seasons— summer to budget

The cities of Kissimmee and St. Cloud, Osceola County and its School District are putting the finishing touches on their budgets for fiscal year 2025-26. In most cases, those years begin Oct. 1.On Monday, the county approved a budget that pushed $3 billion ($3.075B) for the first time, up from $2.
Valencia College President Dr. Kathlee Plinske cutting the ribbon of its second VCentials location on its Osceola campus on Monday morning with Florida Blue Central Florida Market President Tony Jenkins. (Photo/Emely Albelo)

Valencia College President Dr. Kathlee Plinske cutting the ribbon of its second VCentials location on its Osceola campus on Monday morning with Florida Blue Central Florida Market President Tony Jenkins. (Photo/Emely Albelo)

Valencia opens VCentials to help Osceola students with food insecurity

Valencia College celebrated the grand opening of its second VCentials location on its Osceola campus on Monday morning.
The City of St. Cloud’s Veteran’s Advisory Council inaugural meeting in August started the planning for the first Soldier City Sunday slated for November 9th. (Photo/Terry Lloyd)

The City of St. Cloud’s Veteran’s Advisory Council inaugural meeting in August started the planning for the first Soldier City Sunday slated for November 9th. (Photo/Terry Lloyd)

St. Cloud forms Veteran’s Advisory Committee to recapture “Soldier City” spirit

After an initial meeting in August, the St. Cloud City Council has approved a slate of actions for its newly created Veteran Advisory Committee, including a combined veteran’s resource fair and a community market. The event is scheduled for Nov. 9 on Veterans Day weekend.
The mission of the Osceola Council on Aging’s Fall Expo is to introduce informational programs and services offered within the community. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

The mission of the Osceola Council on Aging’s Fall Expo is to introduce informational programs and services offered within the community. (Photo/Osceola Council on Aging)

Council’s Corner — Fall Community Resource Expo

For the third year in a row, the Osceola Council on Aging (OCOA) will host a Fall Community Resource Expo for Osceola residents.With more than 50 vendors scheduled to be present, the Expo will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 9 a.m.