Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Good morning, Kissimmee.
The City of Kissimmee Parks and Recreation Department in partnership with Osceola County Environment and Public Lands has launched self-service kayak rentals at Steffee Landing in Shingle Creek Regional Park.
Residents and visitors can unlock a kayak by scanning a QR code at an on-site kiosk from sunrise to sunset — an instructional video helps first-time paddlers get started.
Osceola REALTORS volunteers partnered with the cities of Kissimmee — and St. Cloud to clean two local lakes and waterways, collecting 107 pounds of trash as part of a statewide cleanup initiative.
Their teamwork helped protect Florida’s natural beauty.
Heavy showers are moving into Central Florida this afternoon ahead of a cold front that will bring strong but weakening storms with rain tapering by 11:00 (temperatures in some areas have dropped to the low seventies) and forecast shows highs returning to the low eighties today with lows in the sixties. A tropical wave, Invest 98L, has a 70% chance to develop into a tropical storm by midweek as models show it slowing down and moving west at 20 to 25 mph (forecasters are tracking it for potential intensification).
FDOT will close ChampionsGate Boulevard and its left-turn lanes nightly from 11:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. from October 21 through 23 for bridge work on the eastbound I-4 span—drivers will follow posted detour signs when exiting I-4.
The Kissimmee Fire Department has completed its new Training Pavilion at the Public Safety Training Facility—designed to boost firefighter readiness and expand emergency response with specialized courses and a stand-alone decontamination building funded by a State of Florida Criminal Justice Grant—and the facility is now in use.
Sushi Making Class with Chef Mark
7-9 p.m. — The Roque Pub — Cooking class fees apply — Learn to make authentic sushi in a fun, hands-on environment with expert guidance.
Old Town's Spooktacular Halloween Bash
5-9 p.m. — Old Town — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with Trunk or Treat and thrilling activities for little ghouls and goblins.
ASL Saturdays at SeaWorld
All day — SeaWorld Orlando — Park admission required — Enjoy ASL interpreted shows and accessible attractions for a memorable experience.
Praise n' Skate
6-9 p.m. — Skate Reflections — $15 at the door — Groove to uplifting Christian music while skating or enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.
Pioneer Day Festival
10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek — Free entry — Celebrate local history with arts, crafts, and market vendors at the 33rd Pioneer Day.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Roller Skate Event
6-9 p.m. — Skate Reflections — $12 at the door — A thrilling night of K-Pop music, roller skating, and fun activities for fans of all ages.
Mexico City Capitanes vs Osceola Magic
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Osceola Heritage Park — Get your tickets now — Don't miss the thrilling NBA G League matchup as the Osceola Magic face off against the Mexico City Capitanes.
Embrace of Celebration Music Festival
12-9 p.m. — Celebration Lakeside Park — Cost info not provided — A day filled with music, food, and good vibes in a beautiful park setting.
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