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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Osceola News-Gazette got 11 nominations from the Florida Press Association for its 2024 work in reporting, column writing, photography and website excellence. The awards will be given on August 1 at the Florida Media Conference in Port Charlotte—nominations include entries from the sports section and website—showing the paper can do many things. Around Osceola
- ➤ Osceola County held a special luncheon today to honor the Borinqueneers — the brave members of the 65th Infantry Regiment — as Sheriff Marco Lopez presented certificates to the veterans, including Staff Sgt. Gil Citrones, who recalled their service in conflicts like the Korean War and Vietnam. WFTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Travel + Leisure Co. announced plans for a new Margaritaville timeshare resort near Disney World and said the project will offer vacation opportunities soon. WFTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A convicted killer mistakenly released from a Georgia jail was caught in Florida two weeks later—having admitted to strangling his 19-year-old girlfriend—officials said. WESH
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents of exceptional student education children protested at a school board meeting on Tuesday to fight changes that will shift some students to central hubs. The district said the changes are needed because flat funding and rapid growth have made the current program unsustainable—officials held meetings and received 145 calls to address parent concerns. Around Osceola
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 10, OUC opened its largest solar energy center east of St. Cloud on two separate sites each with more than 600 acres—launching the Harmony II and Storey Bend centers that increased its solar capacity to 271.5 MW, enough to power 50,000 homes. AdventHealth and Comcast NBCUniversal became major customers through the SunChoice program under a power purchase agreement that spans 20 years—marking a significant step toward cleaner energy in our region. Positively Osceola
SPORTS NEWS
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Westgate Town Center Resort Stay
Fri, Apr 25 — 5 PM – Fri, May 2, 10 AM — Westgate Town Center, Kissimmee — Cost not specified — Enjoy a spacious one-bedroom stay just a mile from Walt Disney World with family-friendly amenities.
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Show Car Saturday Nights
7-10 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free admission — Celebrate automotive passion with live music and show cars every Saturday night.
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Caribbean Fusion Festival
12-7 p.m. — Kissimmee Lakefront Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of Caribbean culture with food, music, and activities for the whole family.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party
May 3-4 — Silver Spurs Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of Hot Wheels Monster Trucks coming to life in a vibrant glow show.
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May the Fourth Market Celebration
12-6 p.m. — Krush Brau Park Portal Immersion Center — Free entry — Celebrate Star Wars with unique vendors and themed festivities in a galaxy far, far away.
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Cinco de Mayo Street Party
3-11:30 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music and festivities at this vibrant street party.
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Belkis Martinez Concert
6 p.m. — FAMA GASTROBAR — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable evening as the Dama de las mil voces brings iconic imitations of famous artists to life.
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ProBox TV Contender Series: Lubin vs Holmes
4:30 PM — Silver Spurs Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Sparks will fly as hometown favorite Erickson Lubin faces off against undefeated Ardreal Holmes Jr. in an IBF Title Eliminator.
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Plancha Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
10 a.m.–4 p.m. — Plancha — $130 per adult, $50 per child — Celebrate Mother's Day with a vibrant buffet featuring modern Latin-American cuisine in a scenic lakeside setting.
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