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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.

CRIME NEWS

  • Suspended Osceola Sheriff Marcos Lopez pleaded not guilty to racketeering and conspiracy charges after court records showed his now-shuttered Eclipse Social Club in Kissimmee and up to five other Central Florida gaming rooms may have been used for illegal gambling — prosecutors say he collected over $600,000 in illicit payments.  ClickOrlando
  • At a Kissimmee car wash on Monday, Helen Marie discovered her car had been stolen when suspect Chanel Aisha Anderson drove it through the facility—causing $20,000 in damage and crashing it into several vehicles, a tanker truck, and a pole—leaving the eight-month pregnant mother taken to a hospital as a precaution.  WESH

ECONOMY NEWS

  • On Monday, the City of Kissimmee and the Kissimmee Place Development Group held a groundbreaking for a Hyatt Studios hotel next to the Gateway Airport. The project will add 122 rooms on MLK Boulevard and is set to start construction soon with an expected opening by the end of 2026 — boosting travel and local business.  Around Osceola

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Gaylord Palms Resort hosted a training day for special needs adults from Orlando’s Primrose Center — they practiced hotel operations like housekeeping, banquet services, and table arrangements to learn essential hospitality skills. The program by Inn-Clusivity aims to boost inclusive employment and build job skills for future opportunities.  ClickOrlando

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The new Fire Station 71 on Westside Boulevard in District 1 officially opened and now houses Engine 71 and Rescue 71 while temporarily accommodating Rescue 75. The $11 million, modern facility was built to improve response times in Osceola’s west side—more stations will be completed in the coming months.  Positively Osceola
  • City leaders in Kissimmee will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. at City Hall to review proposed changes to the noise ordinance that were delayed after a lively July 1 meeting—Mayor Jackie Espinosa said the board needed more time to consider public input. The updates may replace noise meter readings with a plainly audible method after 10 p.m. and ban outdoor speakers to better control complaints.  Around Osceola
  • At a recent County Commissioners meeting, Osceola County honored the Osceola Council on Aging with a proclamation for its work with Alzheimer’s patients in its Adult Day Care Program and Health Clinic during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. The honor shows the Council’s strong support for seniors and caregivers, with nearly 1,500 patients served in 2024.  Around Osceola

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 7/17/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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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.

    Thu, 7/24/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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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.

    Sat, 7/26/25

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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.

    Sun, 7/27/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/1/25

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  • Fiesta Mo Sa USA

    9 a.m. — Events Center — Free entry — Celebrate Filipino-American friendship and entrepreneurship in the community.

    Sat, 8/2/25

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  • Mufasa, The Lion King Screening

    1-4 p.m. — Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly screening of Mufasa The Lion King with free popcorn and crafts.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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