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Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Give Kids the World Village in Kissimmee announced that Caroline Schumacher will become its new President and CEO effective June 9—she replaces Pamela Landwirth, whose role was temporarily filled by Jordan Lomas since her January transition. Around Osceola
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Museum of Military History in Kissimmee will host an Armed Forces Day celebration on Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event features a Quilts of Valor ceremony and a Korean War Veterans Dinner at 5:30 p.m.—tickets are required. Positively Osceola
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Osceola County School for the Arts Jazz Band A finished third at the 30th Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition held Sunday afternoon at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City. The band led by Jason Anderson secured its second straight top three finish — and students from the group appeared on NBC TODAY show. Positively Osceola
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida received heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours — Lake Wales got over six inches and Kissimmee gathered more than three inches, which may have caused minor flooding on Monday. The forecast shows more showers and the chance for strong storms this afternoon, so residents should be cautious. WESH
- ➤ Strong storms will hit Central Florida this afternoon with heavy rain and the risk of an isolated tornado if any storms intensify — officials have called for impact weather until 5 p.m. and expect skies to clear later this evening. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Kissimmee officials asked hotel developers to rework and resubmit downtown proposals within 30 days after reviewing plans for the Civic Center and Toho Square—city leaders want projects with 120 to 300 rooms, more local jobs, and added retail spaces to meet neighborhood needs. The commission set aside $10 million to renovate the Civic Center while also planning a new hotel near the airport. Around Osceola
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AdventHealth will offer free sports physicals for Osceola County students in middle or high school this Sunday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Osceola Heritage Park—student-athletes, ROTC, band members and firefighting academy participants are eligible—and organizers will share registration details soon. WESH
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, Poinciana’s Levi Lee won the 1600-meter race at the FHSAA Class 4A State Championship at Hodges Field in Jacksonville with a time of 4:19.43 + he beat Vero Beach’s Parker Banzhaff by three-tenths of a second to end his high school running career. Other Osceola athletes earned All-State honors, with Aailyah Strachen in the girls’ long jump and Mason Shafer in the pole vault adding to the county’s strong show. Positively Osceola
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Old Town Kissimmee Themed Car Show
5-9 p.m. — Old Town — Free entry — Rev up your engines at a themed car show with live music every Wednesday night.
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Asian Culture Festival
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Ocoee Lakeshore Center — Free entry — Celebrate the rich heritage of Asia with cultural performances and delicious cuisine.
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2025 Florida Homeschool Convention
9 p.m. – 7 p.m. — Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center — Check website for registration fees — Join Andrew Pudewa for sessions that inspire and equip homeschooling families.
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Import Car Show
4-9 p.m. — Old Town — Free entry — Showcase your show-quality import cars and enjoy an evening filled with automotive passion.
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Grow Osceola: EI+AI Workshop
9-11 a.m. — UCF Business Incubation Program - Kissimmee — Free entry — Explore the intersection of AI and Emotional Intelligence to enhance your business success.
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Silver Spurs Rodeo
7:59-10:59 p.m. — Silver Spurs Arena — $15-$35 — Dust off your boots for an exciting rodeo showcasing cowboys and cowgirls competing for cash prizes.
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Premiere Orlando Beauty Show
6 AM – 1 PM — Orange County Convention Center — Admission varies — Explore the latest innovations in the beauty industry at the largest beauty show in the U.S.
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Island H2O Summer Kick-Off Event
10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Island H2O Water Park — Parking $10, food additional — Splash into summer with over 20 fun water activities for all ages.
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Mondays Suck Improv Show
7-9 p.m. — 1881 Restaurant & Bar — Entry fee may apply — Enjoy a hilariously spontaneous live improv comedy experience on a Monday night.
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Island H2O Water Park: Fast Track Ticket
12 AM — Island H2O Water Park — Ticket prices vary — Dive into family fun with over 20 rides and attractions at this exciting water park.
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