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Solider City’s Veterans Salute Dinner will be held Friday at the St. Cloud Senior Center.

Solider City’s Veterans Salute Dinner will be held Friday at the St. Cloud Senior Center.

Halloween over, Veteran’s Day next

Solider City’s Veterans Salute Dinner will be held Friday from 6-9 p.m. at the St. Cloud Senior Center (3101 17th St.). Presented by St. Cloud Main Street, Ford Insurance and Orlando Utilities Commission, this Veterans Tribute features guest Lt. Gen. (retired) Mark Hertling and Col. Calvin Wimbish.
Every year in the beginning of November, the Orlando Japan Festival takes place. It’s where you can experience authentic Japanese music, dance and other entertainment, and of course sample the variety of Japanese foods and drinks as well.

Every year in the beginning of November, the Orlando Japan Festival takes place. It’s where you can experience authentic Japanese music, dance and other entertainment, and of course sample the variety of Japanese foods and drinks as well.

Kissimmee News — Fall continues with Farmer's Market, Japanese Festival

You may have gotten your fill of pumpkin spice during Halloween this week, but what gives off the feel of fall more than a Farmer’s Market? That is exactly what Kissimmee has for everyone to enjoy to get in that mood. Held the first Friday of every month, the next one is this week, Nov. 4.
A new shoal has been created due to heavy flows from Shingle Creek on the west side of Lake Tohopekaliga. PHOTO/OSCEOLA COUNTY

A new shoal has been created due to heavy flows from Shingle Creek on the west side of Lake Tohopekaliga. PHOTO/OSCEOLA COUNTY

Boaters be warned — new Lake Toho shoal near Shingle Creek, thanks to Ian

Osceola County has announced that heavy flows on Shingle Creek from Hurricane Ian have resulted in a new shoal at the mouth of Shingle Creek within Lake Tohopekaliga. As of last week, the shoal was one foot below the lake water level, so boaters are asked to use caution.
Osceola County's cattle ranchers know that obtaining your horse's vital signs can provide valuable information about your horse’s overall health. PHOTO/OSCEOLA EXTENSION SERVICES

Osceola County's cattle ranchers know that obtaining your horse's vital signs can provide valuable information about your horse’s overall health. PHOTO/OSCEOLA EXTENSION SERVICES

All about Equine vital signs

Obtaining your horse's vital signs can provide valuable information about your horse’s overall health. Vital signs are helpful to pass onto your veterinarian in case of an emergency.
Boo! on Broadway is a family event — and, like last year, you never know who will show up! FILE PHOTO

Boo! on Broadway is a family event — and, like last year, you never know who will show up! FILE PHOTO

Boo! on Broadway bringing Halloween thrills to downtown

Is it really Halloween in Kissimmee until the downtown streets are taken over by Boo! On Broadway? Kissimmee Main Street starts the weekend on Friday at 6 p.m.
It’s time for the 2022 Trunk or Treat and Fall Fest presented by the Association of Poinciana Villages (APV). PHOTO/APV

It’s time for the 2022 Trunk or Treat and Fall Fest presented by the Association of Poinciana Villages (APV). PHOTO/APV

Poinciana News — It’s Trunk or Treat time at APV

Gather your super heroes, princesses, ghosts and goblins! It’s time for the 2022 Trunk or Treat and Fall Fest presented by the Association of Poinciana Villages (APV). This event will be held at the Activity Campus (445 Marigold Ave.) on Saturday from 5-8 p.m.
This is not a veiled reference to 90s' band Smashing Pumpkins. It's about St. Cloud's Great Pumpkin Smash on Nov. 1, where you can recycle your Halloween pumpkins. PHOTO/EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEE

This is not a veiled reference to 90s' band Smashing Pumpkins. It's about St. Cloud's Great Pumpkin Smash on Nov. 1, where you can recycle your Halloween pumpkins. PHOTO/EXPERIENCE KISSIMMEE

St. Cloud News — Spooky Saturday in St. Cloud!

There are four spooky events – all in one day – on Saturday (Oct. 29) in downtown St. Cloud! Downtown St. Cloud Trick or Treat runs from 5-7 p.m. Bring the children in costume as the visit local vendors. At 8 p.m.
The S-65, S-65A, S-65D and S-65E boat locks along the Kissimmee River and the S-61 Southport boat lock have re-opened after Hurricane Ian flow regulation.

The S-65, S-65A, S-65D and S-65E boat locks along the Kissimmee River and the S-61 Southport boat lock have re-opened after Hurricane Ian flow regulation.

Navigational locks along Kissimmee River and Kissimmee Chain of Lakes now open

Provided by South Florida Water Management District The South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) re-opened five navigational locks along the Kissimmee River and in the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes.
FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

FWC’s Wildlife Alert now using Tip411 system to communicate tips

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Wildlife Alert System is now using a safe and effective new system for submitting anonymous tips. The public can contact FWC Law Enforcement by downloading an easy-to-use iPhone or Android app: “FWC Wildlife Alert.
A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10-12 grade first place winner, Juliana Sessum. PHOTO/MY FWC

A wahoo drawn by last year’s 10-12 grade first place winner, Juliana Sessum. PHOTO/MY FWC

FWC to host Florida State Fish Art Contest

If your children enjoy art and drawing, fish and animals — and combining the two, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has something for you. FWC, in partnership with Wildlife Forever, announces the 25th Anniversary Fish Art Contest is now open.