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The community is invited to attend the Homeowners Award Gala, which announces a homeowner in each village, whose home will carry the title of Home of the Year on Saturday, Jan. 27.

The community is invited to attend the Homeowners Award Gala, which announces a homeowner in each village, whose home will carry the title of Home of the Year on Saturday, Jan. 27.

Poinciana News -- last chance to nominate for Poinciana Beautiful

Lisa Concepcion
Thursday, January 11, 2024
The deadline is fast approaching (Friday, Jan. 12 at 5 p.m.) to nominate a home for the Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) Poinciana Beautiful, a celebration of homes in Poinciana.
Skip a week and save water. Toho Water Authority

Skip a week and save water. Toho Water Authority

Skip a week

Submitted By Toho Water Authority
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
As the winter chill passes through Florida, Toho recognizes “Skip a Week” and encourages everyone to water their yards every other week. As temperatures drop, grass and plants require less water than in the spring and summer months.
PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK A Brazilian pepper plant gone wild.

PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK A Brazilian pepper plant gone wild.

What is wrong with this colorful Florida flora scene?

Sandi Switek
Saturday, January 6, 2024
Isn't this what Florida is supposed to look like, with exotic tropical plants growing profusely?  To the vacationer or the new resident, it may appear to be a plant lover's dream.   But the reality is that the photo is a better example of paradise lost than of paradise found.
PHOTO/FWC The FBIP is a state financial assistance program that provides funding through competitive grants for boating access projects and boating-related activities on coastal and inland waters within the State.

PHOTO/FWC The FBIP is a state financial assistance program that provides funding through competitive grants for boating access projects and boating-related activities on coastal and inland waters within the State.

FWC conducting assistance sessions for boating access grants

Submitted By My Florida Fwc
Friday, January 5, 2024
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is offering technical assistance to potential applicants interested in its Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) and the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BIGP).
Luminaries will be available and tributes, donations and gifts to be left around these luminaries or placed in collection containers will be accepted. Cash donations will go to the Dr. Christa Young Memorial Angel Fund.

Luminaries will be available and tributes, donations and gifts to be left around these luminaries or placed in collection containers will be accepted. Cash donations will go to the Dr. Christa Young Memorial Angel Fund.

Poinciana News — Remembering Poinciana vet with tribute

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Bellalago Veterinary Hospital (3809 Pleasant Hill Road) will hold a Night of Remembrance on Jan. 12 at 6 p.m. This night is to remember dearly beloved pets who have left us.
The next Downtown St. Cloud Food and Art Festival will be Friday, Jan. 26 from 5-9 p.m. This is an evening of sampling downtown St. Cloud’s eateries. Local artwork will also be on display along with live music.

The next Downtown St. Cloud Food and Art Festival will be Friday, Jan. 26 from 5-9 p.m. This is an evening of sampling downtown St. Cloud’s eateries. Local artwork will also be on display along with live music.

St. Cloud News — From Bingo to trees to historic tours

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Throughout the month of December, the St. Cloud Fire and Rescue Department worked together with the City of Kissimmee Fire Department and the Osceola County Fire, Rescue and EMS to participate in the annual Keep the Wreath Green campaign.
With proper care, your Christmas poinsettias can bloom and thrive. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

With proper care, your Christmas poinsettias can bloom and thrive. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

A ‘how-to’ for poinsettia care after Christmas

Sandi Switek
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
What would Christmas be like without colorful poinsettias? They now come in a variety of colors, which makes them even more irresistible. Now the question is: with the holiday now past, what to do with these beautiful flowers?
Celebrate Three Kings Day with Commissioner Brandon Arrington at Valencia College Poinciana on Jan. 6!

Celebrate Three Kings Day with Commissioner Brandon Arrington at Valencia College Poinciana on Jan. 6!

Poinciana News — 3 Kings Day a kickstart to 2024

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Happy New Year Poinciana! Here’s to a bright and happy 2024—a New Year with New Goals and New Possibilities. Commissioner Brandon Arrington’s 3 Kings Day Toy Giveaway will be on Saturday, Jan. 6 from 3-5 p.m. at Valencia College’s Poinciana campus.
The skate park at Ted Broda Memorial Park in St. Cloud is now open — grab your boards, bikes and skates and get to grindin'! PHOTO/CITY OF ST. CLOUD

The skate park at Ted Broda Memorial Park in St. Cloud is now open — grab your boards, bikes and skates and get to grindin'! PHOTO/CITY OF ST. CLOUD

St. Cloud News — Skate park part of what’s new for 2024

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Happy New Year St. Cloud! If you’re looking for something new, the City of St. Cloud’s Skate Park is now open. Located at Ted Broda Memorial Park (4499 Michigan Ave.), the new skate park is fun for all ages.
A native holly tree. SUBMITTED PHOTO

A native holly tree. SUBMITTED PHOTO

The Native Hollies

Sandi Switek
Saturday, December 23, 2023
Now that we know not to fall for the fake invasive Brazilian Pepper tree, what are the options for growing a real holly in Central Florida? And will they be adorned with bright red berries in the fall and winter? The good news is that we do have native holly options available to us.
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