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Gov. Ron DeSantis and Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue repeatedly referenced “the Jetsons” to highlight that testing on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft will be underway by the end of the year at the SunTrax test facility in Polk County. (Photo/Governor's Office Twitter)

Gov. Ron DeSantis and Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue repeatedly referenced “the Jetsons” to highlight that testing on electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft will be underway by the end of the year at the SunTrax test facility in Polk County. (Photo/Governor's Office Twitter)

Where Florida’s going, ‘We Don’t Need Roads’

Jim Turner
Thursday, September 3, 2026
News Service of Florida — As schools open across Florida, state officials envision the opening to the 1960s animated series ‘The Jetsons,’ where Elroy Jetson is ejected outside Little Dipper School in a small bubble-top pod from the family’s flying car.Gov.
Acknowledging that she would have to repeat the same answers to all the media requests she received, the Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa took to Facebook live to address the questions and what she’ll do moving forward now that the Florida Commission on Ethics has found probable cause in its case.

Acknowledging that she would have to repeat the same answers to all the media requests she received, the Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa took to Facebook live to address the questions and what she’ll do moving forward now that the Florida Commission on Ethics has found probable cause in its case.

Kissimmee Mayor Espinosa takes to social media to comment on Commission on Ethics' probable cause findings

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The Florida Commission on Ethics voted unanimously Friday that it found probable cause Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa had an employment or contractual relationship with three companies that accepted money from a city fund designed to help small businesses still recovering from the COVID-19...
Osceola County Chris Blackmon said Tuesday more than 100 cameras will be turned off. Community mapping data identified 21 ALPRs in Kissimmee limits and 36 in St. Cloud, mostly along the U.S. Highway 192 and John Young Parkway corridors. (Photo/Flock Safety)

Osceola County Chris Blackmon said Tuesday more than 100 cameras will be turned off. Community mapping data identified 21 ALPRs in Kissimmee limits and 36 in St. Cloud, mostly along the U.S. Highway 192 and John Young Parkway corridors. (Photo/Flock Safety)

Osceola County, St. Cloud among Central Florida agencies to pause use of license plate reader cameras

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office and St. Cloud and Kissimmee police department are among Central Florida police agencies that have agreed to cease use of their Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) camera systems until the state of Florida creates a stronger framework to define their legal use.
Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa sits among family and supporters at the Aug. 18 City Commission meeting, where two of four City Commissioners voted to advance impeachment hearings when three votes were needed. The Florida Commission on Ethics announced Wednesday a finding of probable cause of wrongdoing. (Photo/Ken Jackson)

Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa sits among family and supporters at the Aug. 18 City Commission meeting, where two of four City Commissioners voted to advance impeachment hearings when three votes were needed. The Florida Commission on Ethics announced Wednesday a finding of probable cause of wrongdoing. (Photo/Ken Jackson)

Florida Ethics Commission: ‘Probable cause’ of wrongdoing against Kissimmee Mayor Espinosa

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
The Florida Commission on Ethics Wednesday released a statement saying it has found probable cause that Kissimmee Mayor Jackie Espinosa had an employment or contractual relationship with three companies that accepted money from a city fund designed to help small businesses still recovering from the...
Observed by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) this week, Sept. 1-7, Drowsy Driving Prevention Week raises awareness of the importance of being well-rested and alert before getting behind the wheel.

Observed by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) this week, Sept. 1-7, Drowsy Driving Prevention Week raises awareness of the importance of being well-rested and alert before getting behind the wheel.

FDOT recognizes Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Sept. 1-7

News Staff
Monday, August 31, 2026
Getting enough sleep is essential for your health, but its impact on safe driving is often underestimated. Observed by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) this week, Sept.
Shoppers will be able to avoid paying sales taxes on gun purchases from Monday through the end of the year. (News Service of Florida Photo Mike Exline)

Shoppers will be able to avoid paying sales taxes on gun purchases from Monday through the end of the year. (News Service of Florida Photo Mike Exline)

Guns, Outdoor Goods Tax Holiday starts Sept. 1 — find out more

Jim Turner
Sunday, August 30, 2026
News Service of Florida — An upcoming four-month sales tax “holiday” on certain camping and hunting gear, including guns and ammunition, is back to round out the year.The retail industry is hoping people are becoming more conscious of the discount period that begins Sept 1 and ends Dec. 31.
Rebuild Yourself prides itself on providing teens and young adults with a safe, supportive community focused on connection, resilience, and hope— ensuring no young person faces life’s challenges alone, unnoticed, or without peer support. (Submitted Photo/Cynthia Borgwing)

Rebuild Yourself prides itself on providing teens and young adults with a safe, supportive community focused on connection, resilience, and hope— ensuring no young person faces life’s challenges alone, unnoticed, or without peer support. (Submitted Photo/Cynthia Borgwing)

Back-to-school made easier: Rebuild Yourself returns to Osceola County

Emely Albelo
Friday, August 28, 2026
Rebuild Yourself Inc. returns to the Osceola County Veterans Library this September, empowering teens ages 12–18 to conquer the new school year.“I never wanted a child not to feel like they belonged,” said Founder Cynthia Borgwing.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has lashed back against questions about Hope Florida. (News Service of Florida file photo)

Gov. Ron DeSantis has lashed back against questions about Hope Florida. (News Service of Florida file photo)

Grand Jury findings called ‘Politically Motivated,' spurs call for resignations

Jim Turner
Friday, August 28, 2026
News Service of Florida — Democrats on Thursday called for more investigations and resignations of top state officials after a leaked state grand jury report found Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration “misappropriated” Medicaid money in 2024 that ended up in political committees.
Kissimmee Police and the School District of Osceola County are working together to show how threats made in or against schools are taken seriously and investigated—very time. (Photo/Kissimmee Police Dept.)

Kissimmee Police and the School District of Osceola County are working together to show how threats made in or against schools are taken seriously and investigated—very time. (Photo/Kissimmee Police Dept.)

School District, Kissimmee Police join in threat awareness campaign

Ken Jackson
Thursday, August 27, 2026
School leaders talk about student safety all the time.It’s also a mission of law enforcement, but there isn’t much they can do until they get the call for a threat, and travel to assist the school resource officer there.
Alex Rodriguez moves on to the Nov. 3 general election after taking second place in the City Council Seat 5 primary by a single vote.

Alex Rodriguez moves on to the Nov. 3 general election after taking second place in the City Council Seat 5 primary by a single vote.

Here’s who’s on your November election ballots

Ken Jackson
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Local, state and federal election races in the upcoming November general election are now set, but close races for School Board District 3 and St. Cloud City Council Seat 5 from the Aug. 18 primary required a voting recount on Saturday—with the St.
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