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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans, civic groups and residents honored fallen soldiers with the 115th Memorial Day ceremony Monday morning at Mt. Peace Cemetery in St. Cloud. Officials including U.S. Rep. Darren Soto and Mayor Chis Robertson led flag honors—paying tribute to Marine Lance Corporal Jason Burnett, a local hero whose uniform is on display at the Military History Museum. Around Osceola
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this year, a woman was seriously injured when an 8 foot alligator bit her paddle and elbow as she was kayaking at Lake Kissimmee State Park and a man fended off the gator by ripping off his life vest after it bit him, while a separate incident on May 6th saw a 61 year old woman die when her canoe capsized near Tiger Creek and the alligator was later killed. FOX 35 Orlando
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, officers shot a man with a rifle on the 4300 block of West Vine Street in Kissimmee and he was taken to a hospital—officials said there is no threat to the public and that the scene is secure. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local veterans can use the MHA for Veterans app to take mental health tests at home and call the VA Clinical Contact Center at 1-877-741-3400—available 24 hours a day, seven days a week—for real-time feedback. Veterans with a Purple Heart or higher combat decoration qualify for free state college tuition while non-profit NextOp helps them transition to civilian careers. Around Osceola
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Island Nights Summer Party
8 p.m. - 12 a.m. — Island H2O Water Park — Free entry — Celebrate summer with vibrant Island Nights featuring fun events every Saturday night.
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2025 Florida State Finals
June 11-15 — Osceola Heritage Park — Registration fees apply — Experience the excitement of competitive barrel racing at the largest state finals event.
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Rock & Brews Live Music Featuring Redline
8-11 p.m. — Rock & Brews — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Redline at a local favorite venue.
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Grow Osceola: 7 Deadly Sins of IT Security
9-11 a.m. — UCF Business Incubation Program - Kissimmee — Free entry — Discover critical IT security insights to safeguard your business with expert guidance.
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Freestyle / Old School Brunch Party 2
1-6 p.m. — FUMA Lounge — Tickets required — Enjoy a lively brunch party with freestyle old school vibes and good company.
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Tribute to Stevie Wonder
5-10 p.m. — The Wharf at Sunset Walk — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable tribute to the legendary Stevie Wonder with all his greatest hits performed live.
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