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Kissimmee
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Osceola Arts unveiled a new ARTisNOW mural yesterday at Mosaic at Lake Toho in an Earth Day ceremony attended by local leaders. Florida-based artist Naomi Haverland created the piece featuring a floating fish in a barrel, water lilies and cattails, and an ornate golden key uniting nature with built spaces. Positively Osceola
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Education Foundation of Osceola County awarded 574 scholarships to seniors Wednesday night at Osceola Heritage Park, delivering over $860,000 in support and lifting total awards to more than $12.96 million—supporting access to college since its founding. Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital presented the event, emphasizing education as key to community progress. Positively Osceola
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Earth Day took place on April 22 as communities in Kissimmee and worldwide joined efforts to clean up local parks and use sustainable practices. The environmental movement started in 1970 to raise awareness about pollution and protect nature. WFTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Osceola High athletics director Jerry Gallman named Ryan Buhain (a 2010 Gateway High graduate and longtime trainer of local players) as the new head basketball coach late Monday. Buhain replaces Steve Mason and will bring his decade of youth and AAU coaching experience to carry on the Kowboys’ legacy. Positively Osceola
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Live Music with Rafael Rodriguez
1-5 p.m. — Salty Rim Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live tunes by Rafael Rodriguez while sipping and savoring the ambiance at Margaritaville Resort Orlando.
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Freestyle Classics Dance Party
7-11 p.m. — Pargh Event Center — $30 GA, $360 VIP — Dance the night away to the greatest 80’s & 90’s freestyle hits spun live by top DJs.
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Orlando City B vs. Crown Legacy FC Parking
7-8 p.m. — Osceola County Stadium — $25 each — Book guaranteed parking for an exciting soccer match in Kissimmee.
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Cinco De Mayo Street Party
3-10 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with live music and fun festivities in Kissimmee.
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Mother's Day Brunch Cruise
12-2 p.m. — Old Florida Riverboat Company — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch cruise featuring scenic views and live music.
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Club D3 Charity Golf Tournament
8 AM – 5 PM — Falcon's Fire Golf Course — Participation fee required — Enjoy a fun-filled day of golf, community bonding, and Club D3 spirit.
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
5-11:30 p.m. — Promenade at Sunset Walk — Free entry — Enjoy live music, artisan markets, and car shows while honoring military heroes over a fun-filled four days.
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Kissimmee Collectorfest Spring 2026
9 AM – 12 PM — Osceola Heritage Park — Admission details pending — Explore over 20,000 square feet of collectibles hosted by Florida Toy Shows.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.
~ Helen Keller
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