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🌱 Will Kissimmee become Florida’s official “City of Love” by 2026?

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In today's newsletter:

  • Will Kissimmee become Florida’s official “City of Love” by 2026?
  • Why a Kissimmee father now faces life in prison
  • Why is Kissimmee suddenly a top destination for movers?

Also on today's calendar: Brunch Buffet with Santa & Mrs. Claus.

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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Turning cloudy, with a high of 75 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Thursday: Sun and areas of high clouds, temps: high: 80, low: 64.
  • Friday: Variable cloudiness, with a high of 80 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. I do? Kissimmee considers ‘The City of Love' sculpture donation (clickorlando.com) — Kissimmee officials are weighing whether to accept a donated “City of Love” sculpture for permanent installation at Lakefront Park and pair its unveiling with a mass wedding on Valentine’s Day 2026. The interactive artwork is valued at $10,000 and is designed as a romantic photo spot to boost local celebrations, tourism, and community pride.
   

2. Man faces sentencing after unlicensed teen son kills 4 in crash (courttv.com) — A Kissimmee man’s sentencing has been postponed after he was convicted of manslaughter for allowing his unlicensed 15-year-old son to drive before a 2023 crash that killed a local grandmother and three grandchildren. Prosecutors say the teen was speeding through a stop sign when he collided with another car, leaving one survivor seriously injured. The father now faces up to life in prison, with sentencing reset for February 28, 2026.
   

3. Report: Ocala ranks 2nd most popular destination to move to nationally (wcjb.com) — Kissimmee has landed in the national top 10 for people moving in, with 176 newcomers for every 100 residents moving out. The report highlights strong migration to several Florida cities, including Ocala and The Villages, driven partly by relative affordability and lifestyle appeal.
   

4. How many Powerball jackpots have been won in Florida? Here's the list (tcpalm.com) — A Kissimmee resident, 69-year-old Ines Carvajal, is among 17 Floridians who’ve claimed Powerball jackpots, winning off a ticket bought at a local Publix. The story walks through Florida’s biggest Powerball wins, from billion‑dollar shared jackpots to unclaimed tickets, offering perspective as the current jackpot climbs into the billions.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does anyone know this gentle giant?
    He has been at my house off and on for the last couple of weeks. I have him in my garage feeding him and keeping him safe. We are taking him to the… (Nextdoor Fells Cove)
  • My wife Felicita and I went to the Gala on Friday evening which is something we have done almost every year for the past 20 years.
    I just have to comment that the ballroom decor exceeded our expectations, the service was fantastic and entertainment was outstanding. The food was… (Nextdoor Solivita)
  • RaceTrac, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Manager in Kissimmee. Apply here.
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member - Late Night in Kissimmee. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kissimmee here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

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