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Gator Week at Wild Florida begins Monday. (Photo/Wild Florida)

Gator Week at Wild Florida begins Monday. (Photo/Wild Florida)

Wild Florida's 'Gator Week' returns May 26-31

News Staff
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Summer doesn't exactly mean gators — they tend to shy away from the heat — but it does mean Gator Week.Wild Florida Adventure Park's annual event returns May 26–31.
Join the City of St. Cloud at its Memorial Day event on Monday. (Graphic/City of St. Cloud)

Join the City of St. Cloud at its Memorial Day event on Monday. (Graphic/City of St. Cloud)

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Join Memorial Day service Monday

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
The 115th Remembrance Ceremony in commemoration of Memorial Day takes place on Monday, May 26 at 10 a.m. at Mount Peace Ceremony, 755 E. 10th St. Take some time to remember the men and women who gave their lives in service of protecting our nation’s freedom. For more information, call 407-957-7243.
ALCO Poinciana is offering summer classes beginning in June. (Photo/ALCO Poinciana)

ALCO Poinciana is offering summer classes beginning in June. (Photo/ALCO Poinciana)

POINCIANA NEWS — Summer: a time for the pool and … classes?

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
ALCO Poinciana is offering some summer classes beginning in June.  English classes will be held Monday thru Thursday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon from Monday, June 9 to Thursday, July 24.  Tuesday and Thursday evening classes from 5:30 to 8:30 are also available.
The Disney Wilderness Preserve, where this lovely bird lives, is a part of Florida's Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. (Photo/Disney Wilderness Preserve Chad Mills)

The Disney Wilderness Preserve, where this lovely bird lives, is a part of Florida's Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail. (Photo/Disney Wilderness Preserve Chad Mills)

FWC launches new Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail website; see what trail stops are in Osceola

Submitted By My Florida Fwc
Sunday, May 18, 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has announced the launch of the newly0redesigned Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail website. To explore the new website and plan your next wildlife adventure, visit FloridaBirdingTrail.com.
The City of St. Cloud’s "Cloud Cast" has been awarded Best Government Podcast in Florida by the Florida Municipal Communicators Association. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

The City of St. Cloud’s "Cloud Cast" has been awarded Best Government Podcast in Florida by the Florida Municipal Communicators Association. (Photo/City of St. Cloud)

Cloud Cast — Florida's best government podcast. Find out more!

Submitted By The City Of St. Cloud
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
St. Cloud's got an award-winning podcast. The City of St. Cloud’s "Cloud Cast" has been awarded Best Government Podcast in Florida by the Florida Municipal Communicators Association. The award came during the group's annual conference earlier this month.
Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Edward Jones, Kenton Scott, CFP

Be alert for caregiver financial abuse

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Do you have a parent or other elderly relative who may soon need a caregiver? If so, be diligent when selecting the right person for the job — because choosing the wrong one could lead to big financial problems.
Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month on Saturday, May 17 from 2-8 p.m. as the City of St. Cloud honors the history of the City.

Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month on Saturday, May 17 from 2-8 p.m. as the City of St. Cloud honors the history of the City.

ST. CLOUD NEWS — Celebrate St. Cloud’s history Saturday

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month on Saturday, May 17 from 2-8 p.m. as the City of St. Cloud honors the history of the City.  Enjoy speakers, historic plaque presentations and light refreshments at this free community event in collaboration with St.
A new networking event is one of a number of activities taking place at the Poinciana Library in the next week. (File Photo)

A new networking event is one of a number of activities taking place at the Poinciana Library in the next week. (File Photo)

POINCIANA NEWS — Networking event and more at Poinciana Library!

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
There is a new networking event in town!  Stop by the Poinciana Library on Thursday, May 15 from 6:30-8 p.m.  Passionate Business Networking Event is an exclusive networking group of professionals and entrepreneurs from Poinciana and the surrounding areas.
If you’re conducting a special event or project in Osceola County, see if you qualify for funding assistance from Experience Kissimmee, the county’s tourism marketing arm.

If you’re conducting a special event or project in Osceola County, see if you qualify for funding assistance from Experience Kissimmee, the county’s tourism marketing arm.

Deadline for Experience Kissimmee Tourism Grants approaching

Staff Report
Monday, May 12, 2025
If you’re conducting a special event or project in Osceola County, see if you qualify for funding assistance from Experience Kissimmee, the county’s tourism marketing arm.The application period for 2025-26 Tourism Enhancement Grants closes on May 14. Events that occur between Oct. 1, 2025 and Sept.
Welcome back the News-Gazette's 'Reel Deal' reporter, Cindy Joint!

Welcome back the News-Gazette's 'Reel Deal' reporter, Cindy Joint!

A return of THE REEL DEAL

Cindy Joint
Friday, May 9, 2025
With Spring in effect and Summer on the horizon, the local lakes and marinas are seeing increased small watercraft, boating, fishing and recreational action. Please practice boat ramp etiquette.
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