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Updated Gopher Tortoise Permitting Guidelines will better protect gopher tortoises by encourage relocations to protected sites, clearly defining roles and responsibilities in the relocation process. PHOTO/FWC

Updated Gopher Tortoise Permitting Guidelines will better protect gopher tortoises by encourage relocations to protected sites, clearly defining roles and responsibilities in the relocation process. PHOTO/FWC

FWC approves new rules on boating safety, gopher tortoises and more

Submitted By My Florida Fwc
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
At its state-wide commission meeting last week, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved rules creating a nocost livery permit and adding new topics and requirements for boating safety education.
Christmas in the Cloud at Amazing Animals is one of the holiday events going on in St. Cloud.

Christmas in the Cloud at Amazing Animals is one of the holiday events going on in St. Cloud.

St. Cloud News -- Holiday season is in full swing

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
So much happening in the Cloud! Harmony Winterfest in the Square takes place on Friday, Dec. 9 from 5:309 p.m. This event will be held at the Harmony Town Square, 7250 Harmony Square Dr.
The Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade is this Saturday night. FILE PHOTO

The Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade is this Saturday night. FILE PHOTO

Kissimmee News -- Cozy up to some holiday events in the city

Chris Miller
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
The Kissimmee Festival of Lights in Historic Downtown Kissimmee is perfect for the whole family. Thousands of residents and visitors will line Broadway and Dakin Street Saturday night to join in for a holiday event full of music, floats, and thousands of holiday lights.
Image of Mealybugs on the nodes and undersides of a plant. PHOTO/EXTENSION SERVICES

Image of Mealybugs on the nodes and undersides of a plant. PHOTO/EXTENSION SERVICES

Pest to watch out for in and around the home

Christine Jackson
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Presented by UF-IFAS Extension Services Osceola County   Pests are an inevitable hurdle that plant owners must come to face. Just like your furry friends, plants can also suffer from bug infestations and diseases.
A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it. This can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety for the person. Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack. PHOTO/HEALTHLINE

A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it. This can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety for the person. Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack. PHOTO/HEALTHLINE

How to survive a panic attack when it strikes

Stan Popovich
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it. This can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety for the person. Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack.
The crowds and festive groups returned for the 2021 St. Cloud Christmas Parade. The 2022 edition starts Saturday at 10 a.m., with a pre-show concert at 9. PHOTO/ROCHELLE STIDHAM

The crowds and festive groups returned for the 2021 St. Cloud Christmas Parade. The 2022 edition starts Saturday at 10 a.m., with a pre-show concert at 9. PHOTO/ROCHELLE STIDHAM

St. Cloud News — It’s here: holiday weekend in the Cloud!

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
It’s a big holiday weekend in The Cloud! The City of St. Cloud will kick off the holiday season with the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The tree lighting ceremony will be at Centennial Park on Friday from 4-6 p.m. Enjoy student musical performances, lighting of the tree and visits with Santa.
Kissimmee Farmers market runs Friday from 5-8 p.m. located on the field at Pleasant Street and Monument Avenue next to the Toho Square parking garage.

Kissimmee Farmers market runs Friday from 5-8 p.m. located on the field at Pleasant Street and Monument Avenue next to the Toho Square parking garage.

Kissimmee News — First Friday events, with a side of holiday cheer

Chris Miller
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
It’s time to transition from turkey to gingerbread and sugar cookies. That is exactly what Kissimmee has for everyone to enjoy to get in that holiday spirit. It’s First Friday week! The next Kissimmee Valley Farmer’s Market a project of the Kissimmee Main Street Program, is this Friday, Dec. 2.
Featuring live animals and actors, guests can tune into a radio station and enjoy journey to Bethlehem from the comfort of their vehicle this Saturday and Sunday.

Featuring live animals and actors, guests can tune into a radio station and enjoy journey to Bethlehem from the comfort of their vehicle this Saturday and Sunday.

Poinciana News — Reasons for the season’s celebrations

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Start the month of December with a beautiful acknowledgement of the reason for the season. Poinciana Christian Church, 3151 Pleasant Hill Road, presents a Drivethru Christmas Story on Saturday and Sunday (Dec. 3-4) from 6-8:30 p.m.
This 1993 Ford Mustang LX Convertible is part of the Kenny & Marilyn Newcombe Collection featured at the 2023 Mecum Kissimmee auction.

This 1993 Ford Mustang LX Convertible is part of the Kenny & Marilyn Newcombe Collection featured at the 2023 Mecum Kissimmee auction.

Mecum 2023 could see 4,000 cars in Kissimmee

News Staff
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
The number of vehicles available for auction at the Mecum Kissimmee 2023 auction is approaching 4,000, its leaders have announced.
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