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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ All westbound lanes of I-4 at World Drive in Kissimmee were blocked after an early morning crash on July 16 that injured people (according to the Florida Highway Patrol) and drivers were advised to take alternate routes (while authorities investigated the scene). FOX 35 Orlando
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Early Sunday, 31-year-old Derik Bonet Rodriguez died in Kissimmee after Osceola deputies Tasered and handcuffed him when he ran in and out of traffic; officers later pronounced him dead at a local hospital. His family now demands answers as they call for release of the autopsy report & body camera footage and plan a funeral on Sunday in Puerto Rico. ClickOrlando
- ➤ On June 12, Osceola County deputies responded to an armed robbery at the Loop Smoke Shop on John Young Parkway at about 9:16 p.m.; a Hispanic male suspect — seen wearing a green ski mask, brown jacket, white long pants, and white Nike sneakers with a red swoosh — brandished a knife and fled on foot. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Osceola County Manager Don Fisher presented a recommended FY26 budget on Monday that keeps the General Fund millage rate at 6.7 mills for 15 consecutive years—supporting major investments in public safety, transportation, and natural space protection. Residents will give input at the first public hearing on September 4 at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Chambers. Positively Osceola
- ➤ City leaders approved a rule that lets downtown bars sell alcohol after midnight if they get a $250 permit starting Oct. 1 — a change aimed at maintaining safety and order. They also approved parts of a noise ordinance that issues a warning for first offenses and a fine for second offenses while further limits will be discussed on Aug. 5. Around Osceola
SPORTS NEWS
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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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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.
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Freestyle Concert Series: Throwback Thursday Edition
9 PM — Sun On the Beach — General Admission $10, VIP $20 & $25 — Enjoy live performances from Fascination and guest DJs at this nostalgic concert.
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