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Kissimmee
Monday, March 9th, 2026
Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Osceola Council on Aging is asking community members to volunteer as Meals on Wheels drivers to deliver meals and check in with local seniors. Volunteers can use their own vehicle for trips (60-90 minutes) to help ensure no one feels forgotten. Positively Osceola
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since Sunday, Mar. 8, FDOT has closed the I-4 westbound on-ramp from World Drive near Walt Disney World from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. until Thursday, Mar. 19, so drivers must follow detour signs along the route. Positively Osceola
- ➤ Safety officials urge drivers to slow down and watch for pedestrians as travel increases during spring break and graduation events in the region. Florida law requires drivers to stop in marked crosswalks (fines start at $164), and local safety groups promote education to reduce accidents. Positively Osceola
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seniors Nathan Lyttle and Nathan Barrett earned silver medals at the FHSAA State Wrestling Championships over the weekend at Silver Spurs Arena, helping the Harmony team finish fifth with 77 points and earning all-state honors for several local wrestlers. Positively Osceola
- ➤ Professional angler Alec Morrison broke Major League Fishing records during the three-day Toyota Series event on the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes by hauling 15 bass (totaling over 90 lbs) and earning a $40,500 top prize; his Day 3 catch set a new single-day record for weight. Positively Osceola
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Southern Class Championships
March 13-15 — Grand Orlando Resort at Celebration — $118 entry fee — Compete for $17,000 in prizes over an exciting chess weekend.
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March for Meals St. Patrick's 5k Run & Walk
6:45-9:30 a.m. — Kissimmee Lakefront Park — $25 entry — Participate in a fun run to raise awareness about senior hunger.
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Spiked Apple 5K
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Formosa Winery Tasting House — Registration required — Experience a fun-filled 5K run amidst the beautiful scenery of Formosa Winery.
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Osceola Magic vs. Long Island Nets
7-8 p.m. — Silver Spurs Arena — From $22.95 — Watch an exciting NBA G League matchup as the Osceola Magic face off against the Long Island Nets.
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Speed Limit 70 Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Rock & Brews — No cover charge — Enjoy great food and live rock music from Speed Limit 70 in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Kissimmee Kowtown Festival
12-4 p.m. — Kissimmee Lakefront Park — Free entry — Celebrate Kissimmee’s 143rd birthday with a vibrant community festival full of fun.
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Orlando City B vs. Inter Miami CF II Parking
7-10 p.m. — Osceola County Stadium at Osceola Heritage Park — $25 each — Secure your parking spot for the exciting Orlando City B soccer game against Inter Miami CF II.
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Grow Osceola: Scale Your Leadership for Business Growth
10 AM – 12 PM — UCF Business Incubation Program - Kissimmee — Free entry — Elevate your leadership skills to match business growth demands effectively.
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Noire Society Jazz & Supper Club
6-9 p.m. — 1881 Restaurant & Bar — $75 — Experience an intimate evening of jazz, curated dining, and elevated networking among community leaders.
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Eggsploration: Annual Easter Egg Hunt
12-6 p.m. — Krush Brau Park Portal Immersion Center — Family-friendly activities — Enjoy a fun-filled day of games and an exciting Easter egg hunt.
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