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A common mixed palmetto area. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

All about small palmettos

Sandi Switek

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

UF/IFAS Extension Osceola County Master Gardener If you've seen bulldozers clearing away wild lands covered in palmetto, you would think that it must be a worthless pest plant. After all, one variety of it is called Saw palmetto because of the tiny saw blades on its stems.

The Downtown St. Cloud Food and Art Festival is a night of walking downtown eateries and trying all their seasonal fare.

St. Cloud News — Food and Art Festival is Friday

Lisa Goldmacher

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Have you purchased your tickets for Friday’s Downtown St. Cloud Food and Art Festival? The Festival, from 5-9 p.m., is a night of walking downtown eateries and trying all their seasonal fare. In between samples enjoy local art vendors. Shops will be open late for your browsing.

The intersection of San Miguel Road and Laurel Avenue, the site of a tragic deadly crash Sept. 3, will become a four-way stop on Thursday. FILE PHOTO

Poinciana News — Sept. 3 tragedy not the only crash incident — be on your best driving behavior

Lisa Concepcion

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

Labor Day weekend’s horrific vehicular homicide has led to some changes coming forth in Poinciana. Currently, electronic signs have been posted at the intersection of San Miguel Road and Laurel Avenue, which will soon become a four-way stop.

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Supporting the Sewers: National Preparedness Month

News Staff

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

September is National Preparedness Month. This month brings awareness to the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. One in three U.S. adults report being affected by an extreme weather event in the past two years.

Sandhill Cranes are a threatened Florida species; residents should co-exist rather than try to attract them. PHOTO/SANDI SWITEK

What in the Sandhill is that? It’s a bird!

Sandi Switek

Sunday, September 10, 2023

UF-IFAS Osceola Extension Services Of all the larger birds in Florida, the Sandhill Crane may be the one most seen. Some of these giant birds seem to have gotten used to people being around.

Florida has 19 species of cicadas. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Cicadas: What’s the Buzz?

Krista Stump

Saturday, September 9, 2023

UF-IFAS Osceola County Extension Services Have you heard the buzz? Cicadas are insects known for their loud buzzing calls and fascinating life cycles, but they also play an important environmental role. Cicadas spend most of their lives underground as young nymphs feeding on tree roots.

The Kissimmee Chain of Lakes has been chosen for the sixth stop on the nine-tournament Major League Fishing (MLF) 2024 Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Tour.

Outdoor News — 2024 Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour to make stop in Kissimmee

Staff Report

Thursday, September 7, 2023

The Kissimmee Chain of Lakes has been chosen for the sixth stop on the nine-tournament Major League Fishing (MLF) 2024 Bass Pro Shops Bass Pro Tour. Kissimmee, Florida, and the Kissimmee Sports Commission will play host to the General Tire Heavy Hitters All-Star Event May 18-23, 2024.

The Native Plant Hike, presented by Florida Native Plant Society– Pine Lily Chapter, takes place on Saturday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. at the Osceola District Schools Environmental Center.

Poinciana News — Cooler weather means it’s hiking time!

Lisa Concepcion

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Now that the weather is getting a little cooler, why not take a hike? Native Plant Hike, presented by Florida Native Plant Society– Pine Lily Chapter, takes place on Saturday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. at the Osceola District Schools Environmental Center. (4300 S. Poinciana Blvd.

To have fun and stay fit in St. Cloud, check out events at the Civic Center. PHOTO / WWW.STCLOUDFL.GOV

St. Cloud News: Stay busy – and fit – at the St. Cloud Civic Center

Lisa Goldmacher

Wednesday, September 6, 2023

There are many events and activities being held at the St. Cloud Civic Center. Entrelazando Raices (Interwining Roots) will present a Community Fair on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Single Moms of Central Florida and the City of St.