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Foodtrucks at the APV Community Center on Oct. 7 must mean it's Fri-yay!, er, Friday.

Foodtrucks at the APV Community Center on Oct. 7 must mean it's Fri-yay!, er, Friday.

Poinciana News — Some resources for getting through Ian’s aftermath

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Ian! For some, this may have been their first hurricane. Other residents may remember the devastation wrecked by three back-to-back hurricanes in 2004. Now that the storm has passed, here is some information that may help. Osceola County has an online map of road closures due to flooding.
Carinos Cafe in downtown Kissimmee will host “Cocktails Under the Stars” Saturday from 5-8 p.m. PHOTO/CARINOS CAFE

Carinos Cafe in downtown Kissimmee will host “Cocktails Under the Stars” Saturday from 5-8 p.m. PHOTO/CARINOS CAFE

Kissimmee News — Recovery and upcoming happenings in Kissimmee

Chris Miller
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Much of the flood waters from Hurricane Ian still stand. Osceola Heritage Park (Pet-friendly) remains a shelter available for those in need. Anyone looking for post-hurricane resources should reach out to the Osceola County Citizen Information Center hotline at 407-7420000, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Come ready to eat at the Poinciana Community Center Oct. 7 for Food Truck Friday.

Come ready to eat at the Poinciana Community Center Oct. 7 for Food Truck Friday.

Poinciana News: Food trucks and a pumpkin patch — after Ian

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
As of this writing, Hurricane Ian is brewing in the Gulf. Stay safe and come together as a community. The following events should be taking place after all the storm effects are long gone. It’s not the Great Pumpkin — it’s the Green Lakes Pumpkin Patch Poinciana. Green Lakes Farm (3705 S.
National Night Out is held to allow the public to interact with police officers and other community members.

National Night Out is held to allow the public to interact with police officers and other community members.

St. Cloud News -- Some fun in the Cloud in October return

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Here’s hoping everyone is staying safe through the rains and winds of Hurricane Ian. Here’s a list of events to check out once all the effects are over: National Night Out, presented by St. Cloud Police Department, takes place Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Cloud Lakefront.
Kissimmee Farmer’s Market returns to downtown Oct. 7.

Kissimmee Farmer’s Market returns to downtown Oct. 7.

Kissimmee: Upcoming in Kissimmee before the Halloween Madness

Chris Miller
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Be safe this week as we ride out Hurricane Ian. As it stands now, the Boots, Bulls and Barrels rodeo at the Silver Spurs Rodeo and Vette Fest at Old Town on Saturday are still on schedule. Check with silverspursrodeo.com (and its social media channels) and myoldtownusa.com for further information.
Fandom Kissimmee had a little something for lovers of many forms of comic, films and games. PHOTOS/CHRIS MILLER

Fandom Kissimmee had a little something for lovers of many forms of comic, films and games. PHOTOS/CHRIS MILLER

Fandom Kissimmee brings imagination to town

Chris Miller
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Saturday, Kissimmee residents were transported to a world where their favorite characters from comic books, TV, films and games came alive. Fandom Kissimmee attendees got to experience local and national touring comic convention booths at the Kissimmee Civic Center.
Head outside and enjoy Florida fall with the Pine Lily Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society on Saturday morning.

Head outside and enjoy Florida fall with the Pine Lily Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society on Saturday morning.

Things to see in the Cloud — Cherokee Point, Monthly Market return

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Head outside and enjoy Florida fall with the Pine Lily Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society on Saturday morning. This is an opportunity to hike and explore Cherokee Point. The hike takes place from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Cherokee Point is located at 2501 Cherokee Road. The Downtown St.
The Silver Spurs Riding Club’s best stock — and some of pro rodeo’s best riders and races — will be on display Oct. 1 at Boots, Bulls and Barrels. PHOTO/SILVER SPURS RIDING CLUB

The Silver Spurs Riding Club’s best stock — and some of pro rodeo’s best riders and races — will be on display Oct. 1 at Boots, Bulls and Barrels. PHOTO/SILVER SPURS RIDING CLUB

Boots, Bulls, and Barrels is back Oct. 1 at the Silver Spurs!

Staff Report
Monday, September 19, 2022
Ah, October … it’s the month of the start of fall weather, pumpkin spice latte … ... And dirt in the rodeo ring at the Silver Spurs Arena!
Rain barrels collect rainwater that can then be used to water plants inside and out. PHOTO/OSCEOLA CO. EXTENSION SERVICES

Rain barrels collect rainwater that can then be used to water plants inside and out. PHOTO/OSCEOLA CO. EXTENSION SERVICES

Rain Barrels: a home water-saving tip

Krista Stump
Friday, September 16, 2022
Did you know the average Florida household uses over 130 gallons of water per day? This high-water use comes at a price, but conserving water will make sure we have plenty of water in the future. Give the following tips a try and watch your water usage shrink!
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