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Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Kissimmee. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Heart of Florida United Way distributed 6,000 Thanksgiving meal kits to families in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties—feeding over 24,000 people amid rising food costs and federal shutdown challenges. Around 1,000 volunteers packed and handed out the kits at Valencia College last Saturday morning. Spectrum News 13
- ➤ Kissimmee Utility Authority announced 12 winners of its 32nd annual Student Calendar Art Contest that drew 1,748 entries from 18 Osceola County schools. Grand prize winner Maria Pirela from Holy Redeemer Catholic School will have her art on the 2026 Energy Conservation Calendar cover and receive a $150 cash prize, while selected schools will get art supplies (Holy Redeemer $750 and Lakeview $500). Positively Osceola
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Saturday's Florida Blue Florida Classic in Orlando drew strong local support as organizers expected more than 100,000 visitors and a boost of about $30 million to the local economy — local vendors prepared special offerings ahead of the big weekend. Organizers said proceeds from the game support education for both schools — continuing the long-standing rivalry between FAMU and Bethune-Cookman. Spectrum News 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin toured NeoCity, a 500-acre technology campus that is helping make Osceola County a hub for semiconductor innovation and advanced manufacturing. NeoCity will soon break ground on a new 30,000-square-foot lab facility to boost high-tech job creation in the region—underscoring the county’s growing national role in America's tech future. Positively Osceola
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Lake ended Osceola’s season 19—13 on Friday night after a late 14-yard touchdown pass gave them a 19–13 lead with 4:26 left, while Osceola missed key red-zone opportunities despite tying the game in the second half. The win improved South Lake’s record and capped off an intense game where both defenses made crucial plays. Positively Osceola
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Rumba Bash 2025
7-8:30 p.m. — Kia Center — Tickets available — Experience a high-energy night of electrifying music with one of the industry's top performers.
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Authentic Japanese Sushi Class
7-9 p.m. — The Roque Pub — $65.86 — Explore the art of sushi making with Chef Mark in this hands-on cooking class.
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European Christmas Market - Christkindlesmarkt
12-6 p.m. — Krush Brau Park Portal Immersion Center — Free entry — Experience the festive magic of a European Christmas Market with food, drinks, and crafts.
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CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Training
3 PM – 3 PM — Training Facility — Cost info not provided — Enhance your cybersecurity skills with instructor-led CySA+ training in Kissimmee.
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Santa at the Train Depot
4-7 p.m. — Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek — $5.00 — Celebrate the season with Santa, food vendors, crafts, and Christmas carolers.
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2025 Winter Festival - FTC Kissimmee
10 AM - 12 PM — NUC University — Free entry — Celebrate the holidays with crafts, free ice cream, and a photo with Santa.
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Holiday Party: Osceola Magic vs. Memphis Hustle
7-8:30 p.m. — Osceola Heritage Park — From $22.95 — Enjoy the excitement of a basketball showdown this holiday season.
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Kissimmee Senior Christmas Brunch
10 AM – 1 PM — Oak Street Park Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the season with a festive brunch and activities for seniors aged 55 and above.
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2025 Knockout Christmas Classic - 2-Day Pass
7-8:30 p.m. — Osceola Heritage Park — Children under 6 free — Witness the fiercest high school wrestling tournament in the Southeast with teams from across the nation.
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SR Family - Ni Santos Ni Perfectos
6-11 p.m. — Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks — Ticket prices vary — Experience a lively comedy event with the SR Family.
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