Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
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🏛️ Government
Construction is underway at John Young Parkway and Oak Street in Kissimmee to reduce crashes at a busy intersection.
The $3.4M project will widen Oak Street for nonstop lanes and add new pavement, better traffic signals, and landscaping with work scheduled on weekdays until spring 2026.
🎉 Kissimmee Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Payroll Congress and Expo
9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center — Registration required — Explore innovative payroll solutions and HR management strategies at this comprehensive conference.
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