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Major New Shopping and Dining Town Center Planned Along Simpson Road in Kissimmee as Hilliard Isle Takes Shape

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — A major new shopping and dining destination is being planned along Simpson Road in Kissimmee, bringing the promise of new restaurants, retail stores, neighborhood services and outdoor gathering spaces to an area experiencing significant residential growth. Known as The Village at Hilliard Isle, the proposed town...

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St. Cloud Mobile Home Park residents report months of water pressure problems

ST. CLOUD, Fla. — Residents at St. Cloud Mobile Home Park say they have been dealing with water outages and inconsistent water pressure for more than two months, with some saying the issues have disrupted basic daily tasks such as flushing toilets, washing dishes, and showering. The property is...

St Cloud, FL · 2d

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ABC Fine Wine & Spirits Opens 23,000-Square-Foot Superstore in Kissimmee Dec. 3

ABC Fine Wine & Spirits is going big in Kissimmee. The family-owned Florida retailer says its first-ever Superstore will open Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. at 641 Centerview Blvd., a 23,000-square-foot location the company describes as roughly double the size of a typical ABC store. The announcement, detailed in a...

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St. Cloud fee study shows city losing money on planning, zoning approvals

ST. CLOUD, Fla. – St. Cloud is already losing money on planning and zoning fees — and that was before Amendment 3 was approved by voters. A community development fee study, requested by the city in October 2024 and completed by Raftelis — a consultant specializing in local government and utility management — found that St. Cloud’s rapid growth has outpaced its fee structure.

St Cloud, FL · 1d

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Ovation Orlando Moves Forward in Kissimmee with Major Hotel Acquisition, New Renderings and Plans for Massive Entertainment District

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — One of Osceola County’s largest proposed entertainment and hospitality developments is moving forward, as developers behind Ovation Orlando have acquired a neighboring 718-room Marriott hotel and unveiled new renderings of a massive shopping, dining and entertainment destination near Walt Disney World. South Florida-based real estate...

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ROACHES, RODENTS & MORE: Six Central Florida eateries shut down over health problems

ORLANDO, Fla. – Last week, six more Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down (at least temporarily) after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records. These records show the reported eateries experienced violations like rodent droppings, roaches, and storage issues, among others. Nearly all of...

Orlando, FL · 2d

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OCPS faces 37,000 empty seats as district rethinks future

ORLANDO, Fla. — Declining enrollment numbers have leaders at Orange County Public Schools rethinking how they will run the district in the future. OCPS has almost 37,000 empty seats right now, and district leaders say they may need to close more schools in the future. Enrollment at Lake Gem...

Orange County, FL · 2d

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A dozen Business Boost 2.0 applications were stalled in Kissimmee, and owners say they were left in the dark

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The city of Kissimmee is investigating its Business Boost 2.0 grant program after the arrest of suspended Mayor Jackie Espinosa, who is accused of approving the program and using her position to apply for and receive $50,000 from it. City records requested by Spectrum News show...

Kissimmee, FL · 16h

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POINCIANA NEWS — Saturday is Festival Day!

The Poinciana Festival is this Saturday, Nov. 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Valencia College Poinciana campus. The free event open to the public will feature food trucks, entertainment, vendors, live performances and a DJ. This celebration of community and commerce is presented by the Osceola Chamber and the Poinciana Council.

Poinciana, FL · 2d

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Things to Do This Weekend in Orlando: November 13-15, 2026

An opening reception for ‘Tomorrow Comes: A Journey of Strength,’ celebrating cancer survivors through art, runs Friday, November 13 at the Orange County Administration Center [1]. Winter Garden hosts its Annual Craft Affair on Saturday, November 14, featuring handmade goods and holiday items from local artisans [5]. Maitland’s...

Orlando, FL · 22h

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Orange County work-release center once proposed as homeless shelter to be torn down

An Orange County work-release center is set to be torn down after county commissioners voted against restoring the site for use as a homeless shelter. The post Orange County work-release center once proposed as homeless shelter to be torn down appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

Orange County, FL · 1d

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7 Florida Seafood Buffets Where Snow Crab Legs Keep Coming Until You Tap Out

I have a firm rule about snow crab legs. If someone else is doing the steaming and the refilling, I’m not stopping at one plate. Florida has a surprising number of buffets that treat snow crab legs like a main event instead of a rare treat. One of them even pairs the crab with whole lobster, and it has been feeding hungry crowds for decades.

Florida · 12h

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Few Visitors Ever Ride The Old Steam Train Through The Pines At Fort Christmas Near Orlando

East of Orlando, past the theme park billboards and highway traffic, there is a small town with a name that sounds like a holiday card. Most people speed by it on their way to the coast. They miss a timber fort, a row of pioneer homes, and a schoolhouse with...

Orlando, FL · 2d

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Free RIDE program faces growing demand in Orange and Seminole counties

ORLANDO, Fla. — Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is looking to raise more money for its free transportation program as requests for rides outpace what the nonprofit can afford to provide. The RIDE program (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) provided 619 round trips to 56 people in...

Seminole County, FL · 1d

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Santa Calling Returns to Kissimmee, Giving Families a Chance to Receive a Free Holiday Phone Call from Santa Claus

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The holiday season is getting a little more magical in Kissimmee as the City of Kissimmee invites families to register for its popular Santa Calling program, giving children and residents of all ages an opportunity to receive a special phone call from Santa Claus himself. The...

Kissimmee, FL · 1d

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KISSIMMEE NEWS — Do ‘Friendsgiving’ with the City

Calling all teens! Join the city for a special Friendsgiving Teen Club on Nov. 18. Enjoy fun games, activities, food, drinks, and time to connect with friends in a welcoming environment. Bring your friends and celebrate friendship while making new memories! Join us for this one-day event at Chambers Park Community Center, located at 2380 Smith Street, Kissimmee, FL 34741. Free to attend! For more information, call 407.518.2599.

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Dine Inside A Dark Florida Spot That Looks Like A Scene From A Halloween Film

The steak here arrives on an actual stake. The servers play vampire familiars, and the chandeliers are built from stakes and skulls. That alone got my attention. Then I learned the dining hall sits in a village ruled by a vampire, with a candlelit crypt room and gothic paintings covering the stone walls.

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Brazilian chef Alex Atala, of 2 Michelin-star D.O.M., to curate Morada Orlando luxury development

Brazil’s most renowned chef is poised to make his mark on Orlando. Alex Atala, whose restaurant D.O.M. in São Paulo has earned 2 Michelin stars for 12 years running and also earned the No. 4 spot in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list in 2012, will curate Morada Orlando, a $400 million luxury residential and […] The post Brazilian chef Alex Atala, of 2 Michelin-star D.O.M., to curate Morada Orlando luxury development appeared first on Orlando Weekly .

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UCF Opponent Review: Arizona State's Rushing Attack Lifts Sun Devils Over Colorado

Check in on how the UCF Knights' 2026 opponents fared in their Week 10 matchups.

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Orlando officials warn Amendment 3 could force difficult budget cuts

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando city leaders are bracing for the budget impact of Amendment 3, which is expected to reduce property taxes and could leave local governments with less money to fund services. “I was devastated when Amendment 3 passed,” City Commissioner Patty Sheehan said during this week’s City...