At 12 years old, Willow Stine still hadn’t spoken. Her mother, Kristi, wasn’t sure if she could. It was no surprise, given what Willow had been through in the first decade of her life: being abandoned on the streets of China at two and a half years old, spending the next six and a half years being…
Corporate juggernauts are coming to dominate the U.S. healthcare system.UnitedHealth now employs 10% of all physicians in the United States. Hospitals signed up more than 58,000 new physician employees and acquired nearly 5,000 private practices between 2019 and the end of 2021. Amazon and CVS are…
“Rent eats first.” Those three words, shared matter-of-factly by a neighbor as she sought food assistance at a local distribution, have stayed in my mind since I first heard them. They describe a dilemma—and silent crisis— many families are struggling with right now.Hunger is real. It is urgent.…
Some St. Cloud Little League players got a major league virtual visit after practice Sunday when the local Diamondbacks had a chance to FaceTime with Merrill Kelly, a pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks.The Little League Diamondbacks, or “baby snakes,” as Coach Josh White calls them, seemed…
The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Sunday at its training driving pad in Harmony to unveil Operation Ride SMART (Safe Motorcycle and Rider Techniques) to promote motorcycle safety, welcome law enforcement participating in a 600-mile ride, and to kick off National Motorcycle…
Submitted by FLHSMCV — May is Share the Road Month. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is partnering with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Florida Sheriff’s Association (FSA), Florida Police Chief’s Association (FPCA), the Florida Trucking…
The Senior Smiles Osceola denture program, funded in 2023 and kicked off earlier this year, is expanding throughout Osceola County.County Commissioner Cheryl Grieb announced Tuesday that $50,000 in remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars will be used to treat around 45 senior patients in…
The Kissimmee Woman’s Club, whose clubhouse can be seen at 1616 West Oak Street adjacent to the Oak Street Park Sports Complex, is marking its 115th anniversary as a service organization in the City. The historic club is dedicated to community service, personal growth, and fellowship among women.…
The 2024 Drowning Awareness 5k Run/Walk, an event by Safety First PediAquatics Life Guardians, Safety First PediAquatics and the Marketects will be at the St. Cloud Lakefront, on Saturday, May 11 starting at 7 a.m. The mission of Safety First PediAquatics is to restore the number of child drownings…
Senior Smiles Osceola is affordable and accessible dental services. Senior Smiles will be in the Poinciana area on Tuesday, May 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Palos Verde (2050 Bellalago Dr.)To make an appointment, call, 407-943-8600. You must be 55 or older (ID required) and an…
The Osceola Council on Aging now offers an opportunity for collaboration with various colleges and universities hosting both bachelor’ and master’s level social work internships as a synergistic approach to support the mental health and wellness of Osceola seniors.Students from Florida State…
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In recognition of Water Reuse Week (May 19-25), Toho Water Authority is highlighting the importance…
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The Senior Smiles Osceola denture program, funded in 2023 and kicked off earlier this year, is…
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The Kissimmee Woman’s Club, whose clubhouse can be seen at 1616 West Oak Street adjacent to the Oak…
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At 12 years old, Willow Stine still hadn’t spoken. Her mother, Kristi, wasn’t sure if she could. It was no surprise, given what Willow had been through in the first decade of her life: being abandoned on the streets of China at two and a half years old, spending the next six and a half years being abused, drugged, and confined to a bed in an orphanage, and facing the inevitability of returning to the streets in a few years, since the orphanages only keep children until they turn 14.
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The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Sunday at its training driving pad in Harmony to unveil Operation Ride SMART (Safe Motorcycle and…
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Submitted by FLHSMCV — May is Share the Road Month. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is partnering with the Florida…
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The Osceola Council on Aging now offers an opportunity for collaboration with various colleges and universities hosting both bachelor’ and master’s level…
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Debbie Daniel
Some St. Cloud Little League players got a major league virtual visit after practice Sunday when the local Diamondbacks had a chance to FaceTime with Merrill…
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Clayton Williams broke up a 1-1 tie with a two-run single in the fifth inning, and Ashton Maggorian pitched 3 1/3 innings of two-hit ball to lead the Harmony…
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Down two sets to one and trailing early in the fourth and fifth sets, St. Cloud won its first-ever boys volleyball regional playoff match Tuesday in comeback…
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The 2024 Drowning Awareness 5k Run/Walk, an event by Safety First PediAquatics Life Guardians, Safety First PediAquatics and the Marketects will be at the St.…
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Senior Smiles Osceola is affordable and accessible dental services. Senior Smiles will be in the Poinciana area on Tuesday, May 14 from 9 a.m.…
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At the McCormick Research Institute’s Derby: Horses, Hats and Heroes Day, he spirit of the Kentucky Derby meets the charitable programs at McCormick’s (4651…
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