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Kissimmee, Florida Patch AM: a 5 min read

Morning Kissimmee! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What the court’s ruling means for Kissimmee Mayor Espinosa now
  • How new backup power will keep Kissimmee’s community clinic running in hurricanes
  • Why a Kissimmee woman is getting a new state historical marker

Today's riddle: Why does my coffee taste like dirt? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 90 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A stray t-storm; not as warm, temps: high: 81, low: 72.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 83 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Kissimmee mayor's ethics investigation to proceed after court ruling (wesh.com) — Kissimmee’s mayor, Jackie Espinosa, will remain under a court-ordered ethics investigation after a state appeals court declined to dismiss the case. Two complaints allege misuse of position and conflicts of interest, while her attorney says they’re weighing next legal steps and that the mayor will cooperate with lawful processes.
   

2. Direct Relief Invests $5 Million to Keep Florida Health Centers Powered During Hurricanes (directrelief.org) — Kissimmee’s Osceola Community Health Services clinic is getting resilient solar-plus-battery power to stay open during hurricanes, flooding, and extreme heat. The investment is part of a $5.2 million statewide effort to keep community health centers operating, protecting refrigerated medications, medical equipment, and essential care for vulnerable residents when the grid fails.
   

3. Minnie Moore Wilson to receive historical marker in Kissimmee (wesh.com) — Kissimmee residents will soon see a new historical marker honoring author and advocate Minnie Moore Wilson, following approval by the Florida Marker Council. Wilson, a former president of the Kissimmee Woman’s Club, is recognized for preserving Seminole history and supporting legislation that secured tribal land, as part of a broader statewide effort to spotlight women’s contributions.
   

4. FARM Program Kicks off Annual Excellence Awards (hoards.com) — Kissimmee will welcome dairy leaders Oct. 19-21 for the Dairy Joint Annual Meeting, where FARM Excellence Award winners will be recognized at a special luncheon. Local farmers and industry workers can still submit nominations through Aug. 3 for categories like animal care, environmental stewardship, workforce development, and evaluator of the year, potentially bringing national recognition right here to Kissimmee.
   

5. From The Field: What Code Inspectors Wish Homeowners Knew (austinsouthasian.com) — A Kissimmee deputy building official is sharing practical safety tips homeowners can use to avoid dangerous shortcuts, from keeping bedroom escape routes clear to checking aging decks and watching for hidden water damage. The advice also covers safe use of hot tubs and grills, proper permits, and choosing code-compliant products, helping local residents keep their homes safer and up to modern standards.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday June 4
  • Warrior Coalition Meeting
    Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce American Legion Post 10 205 Lakeview Dr. Kissimmee, FL 34741
    3:00 pm
    • Friday June 5
  • First Friday at Bojangles on 192! →
    Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce Bojangles 3799 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway Kissimmee, FL 34747
    11:30 am
    • Tuesday June 9
  • WARM Connections Event: Barbara Bridges →
    Art to Change the World Kissimmee, FL 34741
    2:00 pm
    • Wednesday June 10
  • Tourism Safety Coalition Meeting
    Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando - South Lake Buena Vista 5001 Calypso Cay Way Kissimmee, FL 34746
    3:00 pm
  • Front Porch: WEDNESDAY - JUNE 10
    Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce The Osceola Chamber 1425 E Vine St. Kissimmee, FL 34744
    5:30 pm
    • Friday June 12
  • TRIAL BY GENDER Book Signing and Author Conversation
    Art to Change the World Kissimmee, FL 34741
    3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hey folks, no need to travel to the tropics — we’ve got these gorgeous exotic birds right in our own Poinciana backyard!
    These are Black-bellied Whistling-Ducks enjoying the grass. Once primarily a tropical species from Mexico and South America, they’ve expanded… (Nextdoor SW San Miguel)
  • The Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias), one of North America’s largest herons, carries a lineage that reaches deep into Earth’s ancient past.
    In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, they were heavily hunted for their elegant plumes during the ‘plume boom,’ sparking population declines… (Nextdoor SW San Miguel)
  • Jeld-Wen posted a job opening for Production Supervisor in Kissimmee. Apply here.
  • Kellermeyer Bergensons Services posted a job opening for Warehouse Janitorial Associate in Orlando. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kissimmee here.

Ok Kissimmee! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It was just ground this morning (Thank you Robin C. for sending it in!)
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