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Sales Tax Exemption on Hurricane Supplies Starting August 1st

Published on August 01, 2025

Beginning Friday, August 1, Florida residents will no longer have to wait for limited-time tax holidays to stock up on hurricane essentials. Under the new state budget signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, a permanent sales tax exemption is now in place for select disaster preparedness supplies.

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Vice Chairman Brandon Arrington Hosts Government Resource Fair ...

Published on July 30, 2025

As Osceola County continues to experience rapid growth, the need for residents to stay informed, engaged, and connected to local resources becomes increasingly vital. In response, Vice Chairman Brandon Arrington recently hosted the inaugural Government Resource Fair at the Valencia College Poinciana Campus.

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Overnight Closure Northbound S.R. 535 Near Osceola Parkway Aug. 5-6

Published on July 25, 2025

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will close the northbound lanes of State Road (S.R.) 535 (South Apopka-Vineland Road) near the intersection of Osceola Parkway in Kissimmee from 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, to 6 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, for overhead signage installation.

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Full Florida Turnpike Closure between SR 60 and US 192

Published on July 25, 2025

This work is part of Osceola County’s Neptune Road Widening and Improvement Project. There will be a full closure of Florida’s Turnpike between Yeehaw Junction/SR 60 and Kissimmee/St. Cloud/US 192/US 441 beginning July 28 and July 31. Detours will be available for travelers.

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Upcoming UF/IFAS Extension Services Events for August

Published on July 15, 2025

Interested research-based educational services that benefits YOU? UF/IFAS offers services and programs including Health & Wellness, Nutrition & Food Safety, Lawn & Gardening, and many more opportunities to explore!

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Road Closure: Simmons Road Starting 7/14 to 8/30

Published on July 11, 2025

Starting Monday, July 14, through Saturday, August 30, Simmons Road will be closed to thru traffic between Partin Settlement Road and U.S. 192/Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway. 192. During this time, thru traffic will be directed to Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway as a detour route to access East Lakeshore Boulevard or Partin Settlement Road.

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Osceola County Fire Rescue & EMS Hosts Uncoupling Ceremony for ...

Published on July 09, 2025

The Osceola County Board of County Commissioners, Osceola County Fire Rescue & EMS, community leaders and project partners gathered on Westside Boulevard to celebrate the opening of the new home for Fire Station 71.

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Temporary Boat Lock Closure Starting July 14th

Published on July 08, 2025

S-65A boat lock on the Kissimmee River will temporarily close due to the S-65A C-38 Canal Maintenance Repair Projects. Schedule subject to change due to weather or unforeseen conditions.

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Statement on Request for Audit of Osceola County Sheriff's Office

Published on July 03, 2025

The following statement is being released by Osceola County: "County Manager Don Fisher and Sheriff Christopher Blackmon recently met to discuss key matters of importance to the Sheriff’s Office, including its budget, which is soon due for County review and approval later this year.

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Traffic Impacts: Boggy Creek Road through July 2026

Published on July 03, 2025

Due to ongoing construction, the right turn lane entering into Tohopekaliga High School will remain closed through the end of 2025. In addition, the following eastbound right turn lanes will be closed through July 2026: Boggy Creek Road onto Grouse Avenue, onto Creek Bank Drive, and into Renaissance Charter Academy. Also, the road closure on Oleta Drive is scheduled for July 14 though August 15...

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