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Kissimmee
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Osceola Arts celebrated Black History Month with an art exhibition at City Hall Rain Garden on Tuesday in Kissimmee. The exhibit (featuring work by five local artists) will run through March 1 as community leaders and members honor local creativity. Positively Osceola
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 3,500 Osceola County eighth-graders attended JA Inspire 2026 at Osceola Heritage Park on Monday. Organized by Junior Achievement of Central Florida, the event connected students with local employers — a key step in building career awareness before high school. Positively Osceola
- ➤ Osceola County will build a new K-8 school in the Triple H Ranch subdivision off Hickory Tree Road in St. Cloud; the project has raised traffic concerns among local residents who urge improved road capacity — officials expect work to start soon. ClickOrlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Osceola County Fire Rescue and EMS opened Station 83 on North Marigold Ave in Poinciana, enhancing local emergency services. Commissioner Brandon Arrington joined county officials and project partners for the uncoupling ceremony at the 8,553 sqft facility — a milestone that brings the county’s active fire stations to 19. Positively Osceola
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Harmony Longhorns beat the St. Cloud Bulldogs 42-27 on Wednesday night in a 7A District 6 semifinal, with Jayme Montanez scoring 11 points to lead them to a 7 p.m. final today at St. Cloud High against Tohopekaliga (44-33 winner over Cypress Creek). Positively Osceola
- ➤ Osceola star lineman Marcus Ferrer signed with West Florida at the school gym on Wednesday and said his goal is to start his freshman year, while six other Kowboys committed to college sports, including football + volleyball, baseball and soccer. Positively Osceola
- ➤ The Osceola Kowboys secured a 79–45 win over Poinciana on Thursday, moving to 20 wins even after playing much of the second half without two key starters. They will host Davenport for the Class 7A, District 9 championship game on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. Positively Osceola
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Big Game Watch Party
2-10 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free admission — Enjoy pre-game festivities and free football skills games at this community-friendly event.
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Osceola County Fair 2026
12 PM – 12 AM — Osceola Heritage Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy 10 days of classic family fun with carnival rides, fair food, and exciting livestock shows.
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Valentine's Day Dinner
4 p.m. — Vines by H — $85 per person — Enjoy a romantic three-course prix fixe menu in a modern upscale atmosphere.
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Fat Tuesday Street Party
5-9 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free entry — Celebrate Mardi Gras with festivities and fun at this lively street party.
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A1A: The Official Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show
8-10 p.m. — The Plaza Live — Varies — Experience the original tribute to Jimmy Buffett with a lively show dedicated to Parrot Head culture.
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Westside 5K Run/Walk
1:30-3:00 p.m. — 2551 Westside Blvd, Kissimmee, FL — Registration fee applicable — A great chance to get active and jumpstart your fitness goals with a scenic 5K run.
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Juan Carlos Pichardo Live Show
8:00 p.m. — Perico Ripiao Latin Food — Visit for tickets — Experience the performance of El Showman Mas Completo De Latinoamerica!
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El Flaco Y Su Norteño Live
9 PM — FONDA DULCE JESUS MIO ORLANDO — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Norteño music with El Flaco Y Su Norteño's energetic live performance.
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Father-Son Bonding Workshop
12-2 p.m. — Oak Street Park Community Center — Registration required — Engage in a fun video game tournament while strengthening bonds and communication skills.
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