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Gifts were given to an estimated 3,800 children during this holiday event, giving out over 16,000 toys during the Toys for Toys events at Promenade at Sunset Walk.

Gifts were given to an estimated 3,800 children during this holiday event, giving out over 16,000 toys during the Toys for Toys events at Promenade at Sunset Walk.

Promenade at Sunset Walk distributes 16,000 holiday toys to underprivileged

News Staff
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
Promenade at Sunset Walk held its Toys for Tots distribution event Dec. 20 morning for underprivileged Central Florida children and families, as part of its ongoing charitable collaboration with the Marine Corps Reserve and Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.
The little-est volunteer — Photos Courtesy of A Hero For Kids

The little-est volunteer — Photos Courtesy of A Hero For Kids

A Hero For Kids providing Christmas wishes

News Staff
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
A Hero For Kids is a local 501(c)3 dedicated to working to making the community a better place for all by providing children what they need for school and to have happy holidays, and recognizing other “heroes” for their local contributions.
Merry Member Mingle photos courtesy of the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce

Merry Member Mingle photos courtesy of the St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce

2022 St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce Merry Member Mingle -- celebration of holidays and 2022 success

Staff Report
Monday, December 19, 2022
The St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce held its annual December Business After Hours networking event, dubbed "Merry Member Mingle," on Dec. 13. The occasion is used each year to celebrate the holiday, rejoice Chamber members' successes of the ending year and greet new organizations that joined the St.
KUA trucks leading the festival of lights. PHOTO/CHRIS MILLER

KUA trucks leading the festival of lights. PHOTO/CHRIS MILLER

Festival of Lights makes the season bright again

Chris Miller
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
The Christmas spirit was in full effect Saturday at the Kissimmee Festival of Lights Parade. The parade returned to Broadway in downtown to rekindle all the magic of the holidays. Thousands anticipated the annual tradition and lined the street some two hours prior to the parade.
Santa Claus took time from his own Christmas prep to appear in St. Cloud Saturday.

Santa Claus took time from his own Christmas prep to appear in St. Cloud Saturday.

Hundreds ride in, thousands watch St. Cloud parade

News Staff
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Marching bands. Kids and adults – and the random pet. Local dignitaries. Youth groups, cheerleaders and first responders. And Santa Claus – don’t ever forget Santa Claus at a Christmas parade. As usual, the St. Cloud Christmas Parade, presented by the St.
Ruck marchers carrying the flags of their service, representing Coast Guard and Army . PHOTO/TERRY LLOYD

Ruck marchers carrying the flags of their service, representing Coast Guard and Army . PHOTO/TERRY LLOYD

St. Cloud goes ‘All Out’ for Veterans Day 2022

Terry Lloyd
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Despite an unexpected visit by Hurricane Nicole earlier this week, several events held Saturday capped off a week of celebrating veterans in St. Cloud.
Twis Lizasuain, Board Chair for the Boys & Girls Club of Osceola County, makes a presentation with club members at the “Saddle Up” fundraiser at Osceola Heritage Park on Nov. 3. PHOTO/BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Twis Lizasuain, Board Chair for the Boys & Girls Club of Osceola County, makes a presentation with club members at the “Saddle Up” fundraiser at Osceola Heritage Park on Nov. 3. PHOTO/BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

Community Saddles Up' at Boys & Girls Club fundraiser

News Staff
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
With a club established in Kissimmee and a new one opening up in St. Cloud in December, the Boys & Girls Club of Central Florida is reaching to the community for support of such a worthy cause in the life of its youth.
You never know who you'll meet at Boo! on Broadway!

You never know who you'll meet at Boo! on Broadway!

Friday, the 13th Boo! On Broadway

News Staff
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Not even a brief shower could dampen the Halloween spirit Friday of Boo! On Broadway, Kissimmee Main Street’s 13th annual trick-or-treat extravaganza. Broadway’s merchants turned out to give thousands of costumed children candy at a safe event.
Incoming and outgoing St. Cloud Chamber board chairs Robb Larson and Rachel McIntee share a light moment during Saturday’s gala. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

Incoming and outgoing St. Cloud Chamber board chairs Robb Larson and Rachel McIntee share a light moment during Saturday’s gala. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

St. Cloud Chamber celebrates top businesses, leaders at Gala

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
The St. Cloud Chamber of Commerce welcomed a new Chairperson of the Board and gave out some awards at its Annual Gala Saturday night at Osceola Heritage Park.
Janette Martinez (left) and Angela Eady began terms as Kissimmee City Commissioners Tuesday. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

Janette Martinez (left) and Angela Eady began terms as Kissimmee City Commissioners Tuesday. PHOTO/KEN JACKSON

Kissimmee commission welcomes Martinez, welcomes back Eady at swearing-in

Ken Jackson
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Citing a willingness — and necessity — to work together, Angela Eady and Janette Martinez were sworn in to their four-year terms on the Kissimmee City Commission Tuesday. Each one defeated an incumbent in the Aug. 23 election.
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