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TAP into the holiday spirit

News Staff
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Spread the holiday cheer this season by donating to the Toho Assistance Program (TAP). In partnership with the Osceola Council on Aging (COA), TAP provides assistance to those struggling to pay for basic necessities, like their monthly water utility bill.
Coyote reports have increased in the Tampa and Lakeland areas, and are now being reported in Poinciana. PHOTO/WFLA.COM

Coyote reports have increased in the Tampa and Lakeland areas, and are now being reported in Poinciana. PHOTO/WFLA.COM

Look out for coyotes in Poinciana

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Recently, a notice from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Division of Law Enforcement was posted that coyotes were spotted in Poinciana.
"Carry a Big Stick" — Adrianna Sekula passes the gavel as Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman to Kevin Crain.

"Carry a Big Stick" — Adrianna Sekula passes the gavel as Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce Board Chairman to Kevin Crain.

Kissimmee Chamber "passes the gavel"

Staff Report
Monday, December 13, 2021
At its Dec. 9 Board of Directors meeting, 2020- 2021 Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce Board Chair Adrianna Sekula of PureCycle Technologies passed the gavel for 2022 Chairman Kevin Crain, owner of Osceola Press–Printing & Signs.
A course on Edible Trees for Your Garden will be held Dec. 18 at Osceola County Extension Services at Osceola Heritage Park. PHOTO/UF-IFAS EXTENSION SERVICES

A course on Edible Trees for Your Garden will be held Dec. 18 at Osceola County Extension Services at Osceola Heritage Park. PHOTO/UF-IFAS EXTENSION SERVICES

UF/IFAS Extension Services classes for December and January

News Staff
Friday, December 10, 2021
Here is a list of classes and events offered by Osceola County Extension Services into January. See descriptions, as some are in person, some are virtual, some are free and some have fees: Edible Trees for Your Garden: Dec. 18, Extension Services (Bill Beck Blvd. and U.S. 192), 10-11 a.m.
"One Night in Bethlehem" is a free event, a gift to the community from St. Cloud Church of the Nazarene. PHOTO/FACEBOOK

"One Night in Bethlehem" is a free event, a gift to the community from St. Cloud Church of the Nazarene. PHOTO/FACEBOOK

Winter Fest in Harmony, Christmas in The Cloud

Lisa Goldmacher
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Harmony’s Winter Fest in the Square takes place Friday from 5:30-9 p.m. at Harmony Town Square (7250 Harmony Square Dr. S). The Winter Fest will feature a snow slide, horse and carriage, Christmas Carolers and inflatables. Food trucks will be onsite as well as, a caricaturist, a DJ and games.
Despite the much cooler weather, a wide variety of plants and vegetables thrive in Florida in December. PHOTO/EXTENSION SERVICES

Despite the much cooler weather, a wide variety of plants and vegetables thrive in Florida in December. PHOTO/EXTENSION SERVICES

Get your garden ready for December

Eva Pabon For The News-gazette
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
How well will things grow during this time of the year? Last month we discussed what grows best in November. Here’s what we’re preparing to plant in our gardens this December.
Garth Brooks will make his first Central Florida live appearance in five years when he comes to Orlando's Camping World Stadium March 26 PHOTO/GARTHBROOKS.COM

Garth Brooks will make his first Central Florida live appearance in five years when he comes to Orlando's Camping World Stadium March 26 PHOTO/GARTHBROOKS.COM

Get your friends in low places! Garth Brooks coming to Orlando March 26

News Staff
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Country megastar Garth Brooks will make his first Central Florida live appearance in five years when he comes to Orlando's Camping World Stadium for an in-the-round show on March 26 at 7 p.m.. It's the only Florida appearance on this 2022 stadium tour for Brooks, the No. 1 selling U.S.
Sparkle Poinciana is a Christmas decorating contest to get the community all a-glow. One winner will be selected per Village. PHOTO/METRO

Sparkle Poinciana is a Christmas decorating contest to get the community all a-glow. One winner will be selected per Village. PHOTO/METRO

Prizes for APV Xmas decorating contest

Lisa Concepcion
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
The Association of Poinciana Villages (APV) invites the community to Sparkle!  Sparkle Poinciana is a Christmas decorating contest to get the community all a-glow. One winner will be selected per Village.
The City of St. Cloud’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held Friday at 6 p.m. in front of City Hall.

The City of St. Cloud’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held Friday at 6 p.m. in front of City Hall.

St. Cloud in the holiday swing!

Lisa Goldmacher
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
The City of St. Cloud’s Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held Friday at 6 p.m. in front of City Hall. The event will feature singing, crafts, pictures with Santa and “Elf driving school.” Don’t miss the city’s kick-off to the holiday season. The St.
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