largest city and county seat of Osceola County, Florida, United States
DeSantis signs school chaplains bill opposed by pastors, Satanists, ACLU: Gov. Ron DeSantis signs school chaplains bill opposed by pastors, Satanists, ACLU
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/18/desantis-signs-school-chaplains-bill-opposed-by-pastors-satanists-aclu/
After losing Medicaid, parents of Florida’s sickest kids are in limbo: Florida has dropped 460,000 kids from Medicaid over the last year. In March ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/10/after-losing-medicaid-parents-of-floridas-sickest-kids-are-in-limbo/
Missing Florida GOP leader wrecked Kissimmee hotel room, later found near Disney, report says
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/09/missing-florida-gop-leader-wrecked-kissimmee-hotel-room-later-found-near-disney-report-says/
Kissimmee gets $1.8M in federal funds for city’s 1st emergency housing facility: Following the uncertainty over federal funding, on Tuesday the City of Kissimmee ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/09/kissimmee-gets-1-8m-in-federal-funds-for-citys-1st-emergency-housing-facility/
Recent Central Florida bankruptcies: Recent Central Florida bankruptcies
orlandosentinel.com/2023/10/12/recent-central-florida-bankruptcies-3/
Kissimmee man accused of running NY sex-trafficking ring, federal prosecutors say
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/19/kissimmee-man-accused-of-running-ny-sex-trafficking-ring-federal-prosecutors-say/
11 Amusement Parks in the U.S. That Are Completely Free to Enter: At these amusement parks in the U.S. — including Knoebels, Luna Park in Coney Island and ...
goodhousekeeping.com/life/travel/g60360295/free-amusement-parks-in-us/
11 Amusement Parks in the U.S. That Are Completely Free to Enter: At these amusement parks in the U.S. — including Knoebels, Luna Park in Coney Island and ...
goodhousekeeping.com/life/travel/g60360295/free-amusement-parks-in-us/
Kissimmee commissioners tighten rules they follow for travel at taxpayer expense: Kissimmee commissioners tighten rules they follow when spending taxpayer money ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/05/kissimmee-commissioners-tighten-rules-they-follow-for-travel-at-taxpayer-expense/
Critic’s Pick: Looking for old-time razzle dazzle? Head to ’42nd Street’ | Review
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/25/42nd-street-review-osceola-arts/
Commentary: Overdose: Fentanyl is not the only danger: Carl Metzger, the UCF police chief whose son Daniel died from a cocaine overdose in Kissimmee last year ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/31/commentary-overdose-fentanyl-is-not-the-only-danger/
Madeline Soto, missing 13-year-old Florida girl, found dead; mother's boyfriend suspected of moving her body
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/missing-13-year-old-florida-girl-believed-dead-mothers-boyfriend-suspe-rcna141426
Commentary: It’s certainly not tax-free to raise a child in Florida: Gov. Ron DeSantis claimed recently that it was "tax-free to raise a child in Florida ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/28/commentary-its-certainly-not-tax-free-to-raise-a-child-in-florida/
Osceola Sheriff under state review for posting corpse photo: The FDLE is reviewing the release of an investigative photograph depicting a dead body that was ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/05/osceola-sheriff-under-state-review-for-posting-corpse-photo/
Florida high court upholds convictions, death sentences of Kissimmee cop killer: The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday rejected an appeal by a man sentenced to ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/29/florida-high-court-upholds-death-sentences-of-man-who-killed-2-kissimmee-cops/
Police confirm death of missing Florida teen - UPI.com: The body of a 13-year-old Florida girl who had been missing since Monday was found Friday ...
upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/03/01/madeline-soto-body-found-homicide-investigation/6931709335918/
Kissimmee is running out of land. Experts says denser development is the answer.: With only 850 acres of undeveloped land left, the city of Kissimmee is shifting ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/03/kissimmee-is-running-out-of-land-experts-says-denser-development-is-the-answer/
Suspect in Madeline Soto’s death sexually abused her for nearly two years, records show
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/05/suspect-in-madeline-sotos-death-sexually-abused-her-for-nearly-two-years-records-show/
The past has presence at 1881 Restaurant & Bar in Kissimmee: With its gorgeous renovation, a 142-year-old hardware store in Kissimmee has melded history with ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/28/1881-restaurant-bar-kissimmee-historic-building-uzbek-food-makison-hardware/
Commentary: Welcoming Florida Act would reverse some anti-migrant policies, Sen. Torres writes
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/15/commentary-welcoming-florida-act-would-reverse-some-anti-migrant-policies-sen-torres-writes/
Still no charges in killing of Madeline Soto, Kissimmee police chief says: Authorities not ready to charge Sterns, suspect in killing of Kissimmee teen Soto ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/21/still-no-charges-in-killing-of-madeline-soto-kissimmee-police-chief-says/
Kissimmee adopts new rules for campaign signs, creating confusion for some: Last year candidates running for Kissimmee city commission could nail signs on trees ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/20/kissimmee-adopts-new-rules-for-campaign-signs-creating-confusion-for-some/
Ticked off! @unkempt people: See what upsets people and what occasionally makes them happy
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/15/ticked-off-unkempt-people/
Ex-Baltimore prosecutor Marilyn Mosby convicted of mortgage fraud: Marilyn Mosby, who gained national prominence after charging police in the death of Freddie ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/02/06/mosby-verdict-mortgage-fraud-convicted/
Federal funding delays imperil planned Kissimmee homeless shelter: A federal funding delay is imperiling the completion of a new homeless shelter and affordable ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/21/federal-funding-delays-imperil-planned-kissimmee-homeless-shelter/
Hydrilla is strangling Osceola’s West Lake Toho: Now Osceola County officials want more state help to finance the maintenance of the lake but a lack of funding ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/13/hydrilla-is-strangling-osceolas-west-lake-toho/
Ex-GOP chair Ziegler won't face video voyeurism charges: Prosecutors said the alleged victim was unable to recall key details.
axios.com/local/tampa-bay/2024/03/06/florida-republican-christian-ziegler-charges-cleared
Osceola County sees another dip in tourist tax funds: TDT funds down and expected to be lower than record-breaking year in Osceola, a similar trend to Orange ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/13/osceola-county-sees-another-dip-in-tourist-tax-funds/
Clean bills of health: Which Central Florida restaurants had perfect inspections in February?
orlandosentinel.com/2024/03/08/clean-bills-of-health-which-central-florida-restaurants-had-perfect-inspections-in-february/
Florida Cop Empties His Gun, Runs For Cover After Acorn Falls On Car: Florida deputy Jesse Hernandez screamed “shots fired,” and frantically fired his gun after ...
jalopnik.com/florida-cop-empties-his-gun-runs-for-cover-after-acorn-1851255383
St. Cloud hopes to offer ‘guidance’ for state-sanctioned affordable housing: The city of St. Cloud is the first in Osceola County to clarify the state’s effort ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/28/st-cloud-hopes-to-offer-guidance-for-state-sanctioned-affordable-housing/
Central Florida etc. listings: Feb. 23-29: Calendar's etc. listings for the week of Feb. 23-29 include the Seminole gardening expo in Sanford ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/22/orlando-things-to-do-calendar-central-florida-etc-listings-feb-23-29/
Two-car crash on OBT in Kissimmee leaves 1 dead, troopers say: A two-car crash on South Orange Blossom Trail in Kissimmee on Monday morning has left one person ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/19/two-car-crash-on-obt-in-kissimmee-leaves-1-dead-troopers-say/
Central Florida etc. listings: Feb. 16-22: Calendar's etc. listings for the week of Feb. 16-22 include a wine stroll in downtown Clermont and a backyard ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/15/orlando-things-to-do-calendar-central-florida-etc-listings-feb-16-22/
Silver Spurs Rodeo marks 80 years of tradition this weekend: The 152nd Silver Spurs Rodeo lands at Osceola Heritage Park Feb. 15-18 celebrating the continuation ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/15/silver-spurs-rodeo-marks-80-years-of-tradition-this-weekend/
Central Florida theater and dance listings: Feb. 9-15: Calendar's theater and dance listings for Feb.9-15 include "The Sleeping Beauty" presented ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/02/08/orlando-things-to-do-calendar-central-florida-theater-and-dance-listings-feb-9-15/
Stuck in Florida, Ron DeSantis Still Dreams of Commanding an Army: He sounded more enthusiastic about sending state troops to the Texas border than talking about ...
thedailybeast.com/stuck-in-florida-ron-desantis-still-dreams-of-commanding-an-army
Marjorie Taylor Greene Slams 'Communist Democrats' Trying to Shut Her Down: Greene spoke after the cancellation of her book signing in Kissimmee, Florida ...
newsweek.com/marjorie-taylor-greene-slams-communist-democrats-1858394
Quick Glance: Florida Event Featuring Marjorie Taylor Greene Canceled
- Florida event with Marjorie Taylor Greene canceled after Jan. 6 focus revealed.
- The Republican Party of Osceola County was the organizer at Westgate Resorts in Kissimmee.
- Originally pitched as a book-signing event with no mention of Jan. 6.
- Event canceled as Westgate Resorts were unaware of its purpose.
Squeezed by Osceola’s development, Kissimmee neighbors want to buy a buffer zone: Michelle and John Lux wake up every morning in their home in Kissimmee ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/28/squeezed-by-osceolas-development-kissimmee-neighbors-want-to-buy-a-buffer-zone/
Ex-Baltimore prosecutor Marilyn Mosby on trial for alleged mortgage fraud: Marilyn Mosby faces her second federal trial in recent months. Both cases are related ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/01/22/marilyn-mosby-fraud-trial-openings/
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson is out of the presidential race: Hutchinson, who didn't shy away from criticizing the GOP front-runner — former President ...
npr.org/2024/01/16/1213804025/asa-hutchinson-drops-out-gop-primary
Quick Glance: Asa Hutchinson Ends 2024 Campaign After Iowa Caucuses
- Asa Hutchinson ends his bid for the Republican presidential nomination after the Iowa caucuses.
- He ended his campaign after finishing sixth in the caucuses and congratulated Donald Trump on his win.
- Hutchinson was the last remaining Republican candidate willing to directly take on Trump.
- His campaign manager said Hutchinson isn't issuing an endorsement at this time.
Man arrested in killing near Kissimmee hookah bar while deputies search for second suspect
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/22/man-arrested-in-killing-near-kissimmee-hookah-bar-while-deputies-search-for-second-suspect/
Volunteers find remains of woman missing since 2012 in pond near Disney World : The 47-year-old vanished in May 2012 after leaving a restaurant in Florida.
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/01/volunteers-find-remains-of-woman-missing-since-2012-in-pond-near-disney-world.html
Pro-Haley ad puts words in DeSantis’s mouth as rivals trade China barbs : A pro-Haley super PAC earns Four Pinocchios for a misleading ad designed to undercut ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/01/04/pro-haley-ad-puts-words-desantiss-mouth-rivals-trade-china-barbs/
New bill aims to help Osceola County mobile home park residents fight back against owners
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/13/new-bill-aims-to-help-osceola-county-mobile-home-park-residents-fight-back-against-owners/
Quick Glance: New Law Supports Osceola County Mobile Home Residents
- A new law in Osceola County aims to regulate rent disputes between mobile homeowners and park owners.
- The law aims to address the affordable housing crisis and protect low-income individuals.
- Increasing financial assistance for mobile homeowners who need to move due to park changes is also included.
- The law’s wide-reaching implications affect mobile home parks in Osceola County and across Florida.
Search operation in Florida: Divers apparently find body of woman missing since 2012
spiegel.de/panorama/justiz/usa-florida-taucher-finden-offenbar-leiche-von-seit-2012-vermisster-frau-a-bfa9ff03-2141-41cb-93d3-73947ff2ceac
Body of Fla. mom who vanished in 2012 discovered in pond near Disney World: family
nypost.com/2024/01/01/news/body-of-florida-mom-who-vanished-in-2012-discovered-in-pond-near-disney-world-family/
Kissimmee rejects private firm’s $24 million bid to buy civic center and build hotel
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/17/kissimmee-rejects-private-firms-24-million-bid-to-buy-civic-center-and-build-hotel/
A $44 million lotto ticket in Florida expired after no one claimed it, sending most of the money to support education
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/44-million-lotto-ticket-florida-expired-will-happen-money-rcna129481
Deputies are investigating a fatal shooting in Kissimmee, Sheriff’s Office says: Osceola County Sheriff’s Office deputies are investigating a fatal shooting that ...
orlandosentinel.com/2023/12/25/deputies-are-investigating-a-fatal-shooting-in-kissimmee-sheriffs-office-says/
This Florida home for sale converted a military helicopter into a bedroom. Have a look
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article283712913.html
Island H2O Water Park expands special-event lineup for 2024: Spring break, tailgating will get special treatment at Kissimmee attraction
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/26/island-h2o-water-park-kissimmee-special-events-2024/
Florida Republicans Suspend Chairman Accused Of Rape Amid National Furor: The decision paves the way for Ziegler’s permanent removal.
forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2023/12/17/florida-republicans-suspend-chairman-accused-of-rape-amid-national-furor/
Quick Glance: Florida Republicans Take Powers from Chairman Amid Criminal Probe
- The party removed almost all authority of embattled chairman Christian Ziegler.
- Ziegler was censured and stripped of duties and salary.
- Republicans consider the criminal investigation against Ziegler as serious and distracting.
- Adam McGill Ross, chairman of the Republican Party in Pinellas County, emphasized expectations for the chairman.
Two arrested in fatal birthday-party shooting in Kissimmee: Victim Steven Jesus Perez was found dead at the scene.
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/23/two-arrested-in-fatal-birthday-party-shooting-in-kissimmee/
Mecum Kissimmee’s 25th anniversary auction brings record 4,500 collector cars: As Mecum Auctions gears up for its 25th collector car auction in Kissimmee ...
orlandosentinel.com/2023/12/30/mecum-kissimmees-25th-anniversary-auction-brings-record-4500-collector-cars/
8 vehicles run over biker after he falls off his motorcycle, Florida cops say: Biker was run over by 8 different vehicles after he fell off motorcycle onto ...
miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article283184443.html
Mecum 2024 Kissimmee Ferrari Sales Results: We check out how the 42 Ferraris at the 2024 Mecum Kissimmee auction did in terms of bids and how many sold.
motortrend.com/features/mecum-2024-kissimmee-ferrari-sales-results/
Disney (DIS), Universal Theme Parks Build Homes to Fill Workforce Housing Gap: Orlando, Florida, is on the front line of an industry trend as major employers ...
bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-01-13/disney-dis-universal-theme-parks-build-homes-to-fill-workforce-housing-gap
A Florida lottery winner has less than a week to claim a $44 million prize before they lose it
cnn.com/2023/12/05/us/unclaimed-44m-florida-lottery-ticket/
Spectacular find: wrecked car discovered with the body of a woman who had been missing for twelve years
rundschau-online.de/welt/florida-auto-mit-leiche-von-seit-zwoelf-jahren-vermisster-frau-entdeckt-711809
Heading to Mecum Kissimmee this weekend? Us too.: Grassroots Motorsports will be at the 2024 Mecum Kissimmee auction this weekend. Will we see you there?
grassrootsmotorsports.com/news/heading-to-mecum-kissimmee-this-weekend-us-too/
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Florida motorist accused of firing at Rhode Island home stopped with over 1,000 rounds of ammo
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/florida-motorist-accused-firing-rhode-island-home-stopped-1000-rounds-rcna128054
1967 Chevrolet C10 Lowrider Sticks Out Like A Sore Thumb At Kissimmee: Lowriders have become officially legal in California since October last year ...
carbuzz.com/news/1967-chevrolet-c10-lowrider-sticks-out-like-a-sore-thumb-at-kissimmee
Govs. Ron DeSantis, Gavin Newsom to hold 'Great Red vs. Blue State Debate' - UPI.com
upi.com/Top_News/US/2023/11/30/gavin-newsom-ron-desantis-debate/8861701356159/
Quick Glance: Key Points in DeSantis-Newsom Debate on Fox
- DeSantis and Newsom will participate in a 90-minute debate titled 'DeSantis vs. Newsom: The Great Red vs. Blue State Debate,' moderated by Fox News host Sean Hannity.
- Both governors have developed a growing rivalry over the past months and may use the debate to boost their political careers.
- Expect personal attacks between Newsom and DeSantis, as they have criticized each other in the past.
- The outcome of the debate could impact the perception of Florida and California, as both governors have clashed over various political issues.
Pictures: Mecum Kissimmee Auto Auction 2024: Pictures of the Mecum Kissimmee 2024 auto auction at Osceola Heritage Park, on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/01/02/pictures-mecum-kissimmee-auto-auction-2024/
Rare 1979 Lotus Esprit JPS Edition Powered By Chevy V8: Lotus may have been out of the Formula 1 scene for a while, but it is one of the most successful teams ...
carbuzz.com/news/rare-1979-lotus-esprit-jps-edition-powered-by-chevy-v8
Matt Gaetz Is Miraculously More Hated Than Ever in Congress: And that’s saying something for a man who was under FBI investigation for allegedly sex-trafficking ...
thedailybeast.com/matt-gaetz-is-miraculously-more-hated-than-ever-in-congress
Adorable Ford Bronco Golf Carts Are Up For Grabs At Kissimmee 2024 Auction: The Ford Bronco is undoubtedly a top dog in the world of off-roading ...
carbuzz.com/news/adorable-ford-bronco-golf-carts-are-up-for-grabs-at-kissimmee-2024-auction
Puerto Ricans mix culture with traditional Thanksgiving at downtown Kissimmee restaurant
orlandosentinel.com/2023/11/22/puerto-ricans-mix-culture-with-traditional-thanksgiving/
Davis, Martin combine for 51 points as FAU downs No. 12 Texas A&M to reach final in Kissimmee
sun-sentinel.com/2023/11/24/davis-martin-combine-for-51-points-as-fau-downs-no-12-texas-am-to-reach-final-in-kissimmee/
No. 12 Texas A&M puts perfect record on line vs. No. 19 FAU: It will be a battle of nationally ranked teams on Friday when No. 12 Texas A&M takes on No ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/no-12-texas-am-puts-perfect-record-line-vs-no-19-fau-2023-11-24/
Alphonzo Billups III, VCU power past Penn State: Alphonzo Billups III shot 5-for-6 from 3-point range on his way to scoring a career-high 23 points ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/alphonzo-billups-iii-vcu-power-past-penn-state-2023-11-26/
Former top Baltimore prosecutor convicted in perjury case: A former top prosecutor for the city of Baltimore has been convicted on Thursday of charges that she ...
apnews.com/article/marilyn-mosby-baltimore-prosecutor-perjury-trial-9456e8e513baca55b364a3cc9f6cbdbf
Iowa State storms back in second half to survive VCU: Tamin Lipsey scored a season-high 22 points on 8-for-16 shooting to help lead Iowa State to a 68-64 win ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/iowa-state-storms-back-second-half-survive-vcu-2023-11-24/
Florida unemployment rate increases to 2.9% in November: TALLAHASSEE — While still near historically low levels, Florida’s unemployment rate inched up to 2 ...
orlandosentinel.com/2023/12/22/florida-unemployment-rate-increases-to-2-9-in-november/
DeSantis PAC CEO resigns - UPI.com: The head of the largest super PAC supporting Florida Gov. Ron Desantis's bid for president has quit. Chris Jankowski ...
upi.com/Top_News/US/2023/11/23/DeSantis-PAC-CEO-resigns/5651700719564/
Quick Glance: Head of Ron DeSantis Super PAC Resigns Amid Internal Disputes
- Chris Jankowski, CEO of Never Back Down PAC, resigns amidst internal disputes among Ron DeSantis supporters.
- DeSantis campaign and Never Back Down PAC push boundaries of traditional super PAC activities.
- Gov. Ron DeSantis travels across Iowa on PAC-funded bus.
- Presidential campaigns legally barred from coordinating with super PACs.
Boise State, Butler meet out to continue momentum: Boise State and Butler each needed career days from newcomers to avoid a second defeat at the ESPN Events ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/boise-state-butler-meet-out-continue-momentum-2023-11-25/
No. 19 FAU routs Virginia Tech to win ESPN Events Invitational: Vladislav Goldin scored 14 points on 7-for-7 shooting, and he keyed a suffocating defense with a ...
reuters.com/sports/basketball/no-19-fau-routs-virginia-tech-win-espn-events-invitational-2023-11-26/
Christie to pro-Trump crowd in Florida: ‘Your anger against the truth is reprehensible’
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4293651-christie-pro-trump-crowd-your-anger-against-the-truth-is-reprehensible/
Quick Glance: Christie criticizes pro-Trump crowd in Florida: 'Your rage against the truth is unacceptable'
- Christie was booed at the Freedom Summit event of the Florida Republican Party on Saturday.
- Christie informed the dissatisfied crowd that they have the right to reject his arguments, he just needs the opportunity to express them.
- He stated that the crowd is afraid of the truth.
- Christie urged that we should allocate our time to discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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