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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ John Weaver and Terry Torrens Weaver transformed an old riverboat at St. Cloud Lakefront Park and used the Fourth of July fireworks turnout to show off its new look. They are two-thirds through Coast Guard inspections—by mid-August the boat, now named Lillie, will offer drinks, snacks and tours. WESH
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Recent drowning incidents—6-year-old Oscar was rescued from a pool this month while 5-year-old Arturo drowned in Kissimmee last November—stress the importance of free and reduced-price swim lessons available year-round to help prevent child drownings. WESH
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ St. Cloud police chief Douglas Goerke warned that discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a home is a criminal act after a New Year's Day incident in Kissimmee killed Carmen Rosa Neira Ochoa as she watched fireworks; he said his team will use every resource to track down those who fire guns for fun—this warning comes as police prepare for this year's celebrations. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Osceola County is addressing traffic problems by working on many road projects that began over a year ago and are set to finish by 2027 to handle a projected 55% growth by 2045; projects include widening Simpson Road to four lanes and fixing delays on County Road 532 (with construction planned to start early 2026). In Kissimmee, improvements at West Oak Street and John Young Parkway are underway to add a through lane, a new right turn lane, sidewalks, and drainage for about 50,000 daily drivers. WESH
SPORTS NEWS
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Domino Club Event
6-8 p.m. — Kissimmee City Chambers Park Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy friendly competition and great company at the Domino Club event.
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Welcome Baby Evie with Peppa Pig
12-4 p.m. — Walmart Supercenter — Free event — Experience a magical day with Peppa Pig and celebrate the arrival of baby Evie with fun activities and exclusive episodes.
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Family Fun Day at Bigfoot Axe Throwers
5-9 p.m. — Bigfoot Axe Throwers and Rage Room — Free entry — Celebrate launch of the Splatter Paint Room with games and family activities.
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Christmas in July Celebration
5-7 p.m. — Margaritaville Resort Orlando — Free admission — Celebrate Christmas in summer with tropical tunes, festive fun, and complimentary margaritas.
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Back To School Jam 2025
10 AM – 1 PM — Kissimmee City Chambers Park Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with music, games, and community fun before the school year starts.
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El Blachy Concert
9 PM – 3 AM — Perico Ripiao Latin Food — Ticket info available — Enjoy a vibrant night of music and dancing at this popular venue.
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Old Town Classic Car Show
3:00-7:30 p.m. — Old Town — Free entry — Experience the thrill with stunning muscle cars from 1964 and newer on display.
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Fiesta Mo Sa USA
9 a.m. — Events Center — Free entry — Celebrate Filipino-American friendship and entrepreneurship in the community.
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