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The Mayor’s Minute with St. Cloud Mayor, Nathan Blackwell

☑️ On April 3rd, St. Cloud is starting the “Kids in the Kitchen” 5-week hands-on cooking class tailored for junior chefs.

☑️ On Friday, April 7th, the Adult Moonlight Egg Hunt will be held at The Ranch in St. Cloud from 7pm to 10pm for adults 21 and older.

Osceola County Animal Services Dog Fostering Program

Do you want to help reduce the amount of dogs that are in need of a loving home, but aren’t sure you can make the long term commitment?

Osceola County Animal Services is encouraging the community to try their Dog Fostering Program, for those that are willing to provide shortterm in-home care for dogs in need. Its FREE and all veterinary care, food, and supplies are provided.

Celebration Foundation Jaclyn Hayden Concert

The Celebration Foundation continues their concert series on Saturday, April 22nd with Jaclyn Hayden! The concert will take place at Lakeside Park, 631 Sycamore Street in Celebration. Tickets and Information: celebrationfoundation.org Thank you to Experience Kissimmee, Florida for their community support with Celebration Foundation in this concert series.

St. Cloud Walking Ghost Tours

Once a month through May 31st, St. Cloud Main Street will host a series of historic ghost tours featuring multiple stops where you’ll have an opportunity to learn about the ghosts they say haunt some of the old downtown buildings as well as the history behind them.

Next Historic Ghost Tour - Wednesday March 29th.

Capybaras at Wild Florida

Positively Osceola’s Krissi Marie Hardy spent some time with one of Wild Florida’s educators, Desiree, to learn about their amazing animals: Alvin, Simon, and Theodore the Capybaras! To learn more about Wild Florida, visit WildFL.com.

St. Cloud Council approves two Hopkins Park area projects during Thursdays council meeting

St. Cloud’s City Council approved two large projects during Thursday’s council meeting focused on bringing improvements to the River Road/Hopkins Park area.

The council voted to accept a $1,051.360 Community Project Funding grant for the construction of a centralized sewer system to replace aging, privately-owned septic sewer systems at homes along River Road, Bibbens Street, and Mency Street near Hopkins Park. Grant funds will be used to cover the cost for residents to connect to Toho’s sewer system. Once connected to the sewer system, residents will be responsible for paying the monthly utility bill for sewer.

The new sewer system will be connected to Toho Water Authority’s (Toho’s) St. Cloud service area collection system. Toho also will be relocating the lift station at Hopkins Park to accommodate the City’s renovations at the park. The septic-to-sewer system project is estimated to cost $1,721,602. The $1,051,360 grant will be used toward design, permitting, and construction of the relocated lift station, the new sewer collection system, connection of the residents to the new sewer collection system, and the abandoning of the existing septic tanks. Toho has included the additional cost over what is funded by the grant in its capital improvement program (CIP).

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Help Now of Osceola’s “Tapas with a Purpose” raises funds, community support, and domestic violence awareness

Help Now of Osceola, an organization dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse, works tirelessly to bring healing to survivors of domestic violence and influence social change in the community. Last weekend at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, members of the community came together to say thank you, and to show their support of the organization during its ‘Tapas with a Purpose’ fundraising event.

It was an evening of fine wine, tasty tapas, a silent auction, live entertainment by The Administration Band, and lots of other amazing fun, all for a great cause – a cause that saves lives and changes lives in our community – everyday.

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It’s time to walk on the Shingle Creek Trail for “Walk Away May” with Osceola History

and history of

County, while staying healthy, and possibly win some great prizes! The event’s feature sponsor is Kissimmee Utility Authority!

Osceola History’s “Walk Away May” encourages the community to live a healthy lifestyle while building awareness of Osceola History’s two museums, Pioneer Village, located at 2491 Babb Road, and the Welcome Center & History Museum, located at 4155 West Vine Street, in Kissimmee.

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Osceola Parkway to temporarily close Friday, May 5 at 10 P.M. to Monday, May 8 at 5 A.M.

Osceola County will temporarily close a portion of the Osceola Parkway between Osceola Trail Road (Oasis at Shingle Creek) and Flora Boulevard on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 10 p.m. and re-open by 5 a.m. on Monday, May 8.

The roadway will be closed to remove the Shingle Creek Mainline Toll Plaza toll canopy and booths. Loud noise is expected during this time due to demolition of the existing structure.

The removal of this structure will allow for the free flow of traffic and is a necessary step in the full electronic conversion of the Shingle Creek Mainline Toll Plaza. All Electronic Tolling (AET) at this location and the ramps to Poinciana Boulevard goes into effect on May 1, 2023.

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Annual Boy Scout Golden Eagle dinner honors Osceola County manager Don Fisher

The Osceola County Boy Scouts held their annual Golden Eagle Dinner on Tuesday, an event aimed at honoring local community leaders who have demonstrated exceptional service to the the community and to the scouting program. This year’s event featured honoree and guest speaker Don Fisher, County Manager of Osceola County.

The fundraising dinner, which was emceed by Master of Ceremonies, Former Osceola County Sheriff Bob Hansell, who kept the “spirit” of the evening a tad on the humorous side. The event took place at Osceola Heritage Park, where community leaders, local business owners, elected officials, and scouts and their families. were treated to a delicious meal and an evening of celebration.

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Brightline unveils Orlando passenger rail station, ticket sales to begin next month

Brightline unveiled its highly anticipated Brightline Orlando Station at Orlando International Airport on Thursday, opening a new era of passenger rail that will connect two of the fastest growing regions in the state: Central and South Florida.

Brightline also announced that Orlando ticket sales will launch in May for future dates, with one-way fares starting at $79 for SMART and $149 for PREMIUM. SMART fare bundles for families of four will be available for less than $199 one way.

More than 300 invited guests took part in the Brightline Orlando Station reveal, the latest milestone moment for Brightline and transportation in America. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Kevin Thibault joined Brightline CEO Mike Reininger, President Patrick Goddard and Brightline teammates to celebrate the historic occasion. Elected officials, dignitaries and community leaders, including the tourism and hospitality sectors, stepped inside the first intercity passenger rail station of its kind, located in the Orlando International Airport.

“As a lifelong Central Floridian, it made me proud to see the advancement of our community today as our true multimodal hub becomes a reality and we celebrate the Brightline Orlando Station and soon to come train service to our international airport. This station represents so much more than a new train service, it is a critical connection for our community to jobs and opportunity and further showcases the power of partnerships and what our culture of collaboration here in Central Florida can do to improve the lives of our residents, workers and travelers when we work together,” Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer said after the Brightline reveal. The guest journey begins at the main entrance, located off the airport’s expansive twostory glass atrium. Once inside the station, passengers can purchase tickets from guest services or one of several self-service kiosks, and check luggage before proceeding through touchless turnstiles into the security screening tunnel.

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Guardian Ad Litem Foundation of Osceola County to host annual golf tournament in St. Cloud

The Guardian Ad Litem Foundation of Osceola County, a powerful advocate and voice for Osceola’s children, will host their annual golf tournament at the St. Cloud Royal Golf Links beginning on Saturday April 29th, at 8am.

The $100 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf with cart, breakfast, lunch, prizes, awards, and much more. For more information or to register call Tina Campbell at 407.758.4140, or go to GALgolfOsceola.com.

We advocate for the best interests of abused, abandoned, and neglected children by supporting the development, growth, and continuation of the Guardian ad Litem Program in Osceola County.

The Guardian Ad Litem Foundation of Osceola County is appointed by the Court to advocate for the best interests of children. These children have been removed from their homes because of abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The Guardian Ad Litem,(GAL) becomes familiar with the child’s case and makes recommendations to the Court to help ensure a safe, caring and permanent environment. Their team consists of dedicated volunteers, professional program staff and attorneys.

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By J. Daniel Pearson For Positively Osceola

Harmony,

St.

Cloud High School

athletes headed to next level

Wednesday was a big day at Harmony High School, as seven student athletes signed athletic grant-inaid papers to continue their playing careers at the next level. “We’re so proud of these athletes and what they accomplished here,” Athletics Director Dan Kerr said. “Today the hard work and dedication they have put in is rewarded and we celebrate their achievements on the field and in the class room.”

Signing in a Wednesday ceremony at the school’s auditorium were football players Jayden Gomez, Reid Fitzgerald and Tyler McMorrow. “These three guys are the epitome of what you want to see from your seniors,” Coach Don Simon, who announced he was stepping down last week to enter into athletic administration. “These kids played through injury and adversity. They switched positions without complaining and questioning it and were always team oriented and a great example for the younger guys. With me stepping down, this was my last class of seniors and I could not be more proud of them.”

Gomez, a 6-0, 300-lb. offensive guard, inked with Knox College in Galesburg, IL. Starting off as a defensive tackle, Gomez switched to offensive line and became an anchor of that unit – paving the way for record-setting running back Tyler Emans, who signed with Brown University earlier.

Fitzgerald will be attending Monmouth College (Illinois). The 6-1, 225-lb. Fitgerald was mainly a blocking tight end for the Longhorns but did manage four receptions for 66 yards during the season and handled long-snapping duties. But he also filled in on defense and special teams.

McMorrow, a defensive end, will continue his football career at Division II Erskine College in South Carolina. McMorrow recorded 35 total tackles last year, including 16 tackles-for-loss and five quarterback sacks for a Harmony defense that helped the Longhorns gain an at-large playoff spot and a 6-4 regular season record.

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April is National Safe Digging month & Sunshine 811 offfers tips to homeowners

With warmer temperatures and April kicking off the best time of year to plant, spring means more people are heading outdoors to upgrade their landscaping, install a fence and overall improve their home’s curb appeal. Given that it’s the most active season for home beautification projects, Sunshine 811 encourages homeowners and professional contractors

to dig safely, especially as landscaping and fencing combined cause the most damage to underground utility lines – resulting in costly repairs, service interruptions and even injuries.

“Contacting 811 before you dig is the law, and nationwide the majority of damage occurs from not contacting 811. It’s all about ensuring public safety and preventing damage to the underground infrastructure,” said Mark Sweet, Sunshine 811’s Executive Director. “When you contact 811, we alert our member utilities of your project so they can identify and mark or clear their lines and your digging project can proceed safely.”

811 can be accessed by dialing those numbers directly on your phone or by visiting sunshine811.com and clicking on “Create a Ticket. “Sunshine 811 is also Florida’s goto resource for education on safe digging. The organization’s online Learning Center offers in-depth information, resources and videos on a variety of topics, including safe planting tips, damage prevention and more. Sunshine 811 encourages homeowners and contractors to follow these six fundamental steps for safe digging:

1. Plan your project – think about the scope and if you’ll need to hire a contractor. If digging in a small area of the dig site, outline that area with white paint, flags or even flour.

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Carley Beauge, MD Family Medicine Orlando Health

Not feeling well? Dont’t rely on Dr.Google to diagnose your condition

You’ve had a pounding headache for hours, and you start to worry. So you go online and look up your symptoms. That’s when the panic sets in: You have brain cancer. Or allergies. We’ve all been there.

The internet is a treasure trove of medical information that can help you understand what may be wrong. But it’s also easy to go down an information rabbit hole and become convinced you have a life-threatening disease — when the odds are you don’t.

Googling medical information might provide a few pieces of your overall health-care picture, but it takes a health-care provider to put the puzzle together.

Looking to Plan Your Next Vacation? Check Out Visit Orlando’s Free Vacation Planning Services

Do you find planning vacations difficult?. Well if you do, you’re not alone. Start planning your dream Orlando getaway with the help of Visit Orlando’s complimentary Vacation Planning Services, which includes insider advice and special offers on the best Orlando experiences.

Visit Orlando’s Vacation Planning Services are staffed by friendly, knowledgeable Vacation Planners who are available via telephone, email and live chat. They offer trusted resources and unbiased destination information like tripplanning advice, dining and entertainment options, and more.

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New Children’s Advocacy Center of Osceola Facility Opens its

doors during Child Abuse and Prevention Month

The Children’s Advocacy Center Osceola says, “Every Child deserves to grow up feeling safe and loved.” That would seem to be an expectation that we could all have for the children in and around the Osceola County community, but sadly, it’s not that simple. According to the National Children’s Alliance, one out of 10 children will experience some form of sexual abuse or sexual assault during their childhood. Children’s Advocacy Centers, like Osceola County’s help child victims heal.

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Comedy-Drama classic Steel Magnolias to hit Osceola Arts’ main stage April 21st

Beginning Friday, April 21st and running through Sunday, May 7th, the Osceola Arts Main stage will host comedy-drama Steel Magnolias! This classic play, written by Robert Harling, was first performed on stage in 1987, and may be best known for its popular 1989 movie adaptation. Steel Magnolias features town staples Ouiser, Miss Clairee, M’Lynn, and Shelby who fill Truvy’s Louisiana beauty salon with the sounds of hilarious banter, amusing rumors, and unsolicited advice. When a tragic death occurs, the ladies come together and find strength, love, and support in one another. This production features a talented ensemble cast and is directed by J. Marie Bailey.

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Officers and Deputies to team up in and around Osceola County to protect trail users

Less than half of all drivers yield to pedestrians at Central Florida trail crossings, according to data collected by the Best Foot Forward for Pedestrian Safety (BFF) program. To educate drivers and help reverse this dangerous trend, officers and deputies are teaming up for a series of enforcement details at popular trail crossings on May 2, 2023.

Despite trails being known as high-traffic areas for people walking and biking, data collected through the BFF program shows that only 46% of drivers are yielding to pedestrians at the 12 popular trail crossings being monitored this year. During Operation Best Foot Forward, plainclothes officers and deputies will cross streets at marked crosswalks, giving drivers enough time to slow down and stop safely. Drivers who do not stop as Florida law requires will be pulled over and face a minimum $164 citation and three (3) points on their driver’s license.

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Osceola County to host “Transpotation Summit” May 9, showcasing current road projects

County Commission

Chairwoman Viviana Janer

announced Monday that the county will host an Osceola County Roads Summit on May 9 at 10.a.m. in partnership with the Central Florida Expressway Authority, the Florida Department of Transportation District 5, Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise and MetroPlan Orlando. The summit aims to showcase and explain the County’s recent collaborations with these agencies to bring about significant improvements to the County’s transportation infrastructure.

INJURY LAW

Draper Law: Even minor car accidents can cause back injuries, don’t wait to seek medical attention

Car accidents can happen in an instant. Even though these crashes happen quickly, recovery is not always quick and easy. A car accident can cause a variety of injuries, including back injuries. Even a minor crash can cause back injuries because the back tends to absorb most of the impact in an accident.

If you have suffered a back injury, seek prompt medical treatment. These injuries can be hard to treat, and sometimes can lead to secondary medical issues, such as hypotension, osteoporosis, pressure ulcers, sleep apnea, bowel problems, urinary tract infections, sexual dysfunction, and more. Draper Law Office understands how serious a back injury can be. These injuries can be long-lasting and costly to treat. Schedule a consultation by filling out the online form or by calling their office at (407) 846.0075.

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City of Kissimmee seeking advisory board members

The City of Kissimmee is seeking qualified residents to fill several positions for volunteer boards to help shape the future of local government.

Advisory boards are made up of local residents and business owners willing to make suggestions about a variety of City departments and services. The positions are specifically for the Board of Adjustment and Planning Advisory Board, which there are vacancies for at the moment.

FAMILY

Draper Law: Ten Mistakes to Avoid During Your Divorce

When you are going through a divorce, it can feel like every aspect of your life from where you live to how you are going to support yourself is at risk. At a time like this it is a natural response to be afraid but, if you are not careful, that fear can lead you to make errors which could hurt your case. The good news is that you can avoid mistakes during your divorce.

Knowing what actions to avoid during divorce is critical. Draper Law Office has experience helping clients circumvent mistakes and make the right choices during divorce. Call 407.846.0075 today or go to DraperLawOffice.com to set up your free, no-obligation consultation in one of their three locations: St. Cloud, Kissimmee, and Orlando.

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Osceola County supervisor of elections improves open records requests experience

Osceola County Supervisor of Elections has simplified the process of accessing public records with addition of an option of submitting Open Records Requests through an online form called JustFOIA. While other methods for submitting requests are still available, the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections chose JustFOIA to help streamline their citizens’ open records request process and improve efficiencies within.

“It is my hope that by implementing this platform we can better serve our community in a timely and efficient manner”, said Supervisor Mary Jane Arrington.

To submit a publics record request, go to https://voteosceola.justfoia.com/ publicportal/home/newrequest.

For trusted information about state and local elections, visit the Osceola County Supervisor of Elections website voteosceola.gov, and the Florida Department of State’s website at DOS.Myflorida.com/elections.

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HEALTH

Kenny Tello, LCSW Orlando Health Wellness and Resilience

MENTAL HEALTH APPS: DO THEY WORK AND HOW TO PICK ONE

Depressed? Anxious? Stressed out?

There’s an app for that. In fact, there are some 25,000 mental health and wellness apps aimed at everything from eating disorders to PTSD to addiction.

With so many choices, it may be tough to figure out which one is right for you.

Used in conjunction with care from a mental health professional, so-called mHealth apps offer tips, advice, webinars and reminders that make self-care a part of your daily routine.

But if you’re using a mental health app without the partnership of a psychotherapist, it is more likely to provide you with limited benefits.

25,000 APPS, REALLY?

The growth of mHealth took off during the pandemic. We were forced to confront financial and physical health challenges, along with an unprecedented level of isolation and disruption to our normal lives and routines.

The Kaiser Family Foundation found that during the pandemic, about 4 in 10 adults in the U.S. reported symptoms of anxiety or depression. That’s up from 1 in 10 adults who reported these symptoms from January to June 2019.

During the pandemic, we learned it was possible to do many things remotely. That includes the way we receive mental health services, whether it’s from a clinician or from other sources. This ushered a new way of obtaining mental health help, whether speaking with a therapist via telehealth or using an app to enhance the work done in between sessions.

Mental health apps can be especially helpful to people in rural areas where mental health services aren’t readily available, or to those in low-income communities where those services aren’t affordable. These apps attempt to close a gap in services while providing education, strategies and even ways to obtain additional help.

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park turns 25, contines to showcase the magic of nature

On Earth Day, April 22, 1998, Walt Disney World Resort invited guests to discover a oneof-a-kind theme park where they could be inspired by the magic of the natural world. The opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park introduced a whole new way to appreciate, enjoy and interact with animals while also delivering incredible new stories that celebrated our relationship with the environment.

The fourth Walt Disney World theme park was also Disney’s largest, spreading over 500 acres and adding a new draw to Central Florida as a top tourist destination in the world.

“Disney’s Animal Kingdom, like the world itself, will evolve and grow. It’s truly a living thing” Roy E. Disney said at the park’s official dedication ceremony on April 21, 1998.

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Universal Orlando Offers Florida Residents Buy a Day, Get 2 Days FREE Tickets

Universal Orlando Resort invites Florida residents and locals to visit the ultimate road trip destination this spring and summer with its all-new “Buy a Day, Get 2 Days Free on a 2-Park, 1-Day Park-to-Park Ticket” offer – allowing guests to enjoy three days of theme park thrills for the price of one. Starting today, guests can take advantage of this incredible offer for travel on non-consecutive days through September 29, 2023 – giving them the ability to experience a full range of emotions in exhilarating rides and attractions across Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure throughout the road trip season.

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Get ready for oceans of flavor and fun at SeaWorld

Orlando’s Seven Seas Food Festival

From foodies to families, everyone will find tasty delights among more than 200 distinct offerings and more than 50 fresh global cuisine choices to pair with over 75 refreshing wine and cocktail selections, including more than 75 craft brews at SeaWorld Orlando Seven Seas Food Festival Thursdays -Sundays through May 7.

Revitalize your taste buds as you add a taste of rock, country, Latin, or throwback sounds at SeaWorld’s live music shows, and enjoy even more diverse entertainment and surprises during special times like Mardi Gras, St. Patrick’s Day, and Cinco de Mayo. With so many exquisite flavors to top off exhilarating coasters and extraordinary animal encounters, SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival is a voyage to stir the soul!

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Aquatica’s Turi’s Kid Cove opening May 2023

Grab your best buddies and get ready to splish, splash, spray, and play in Aquatica’s ALL-NEW water adventure attraction filled with watering palms, tipping buckets, spraying jets, water bobbles, and more.

Plus, your kids can grab a tube and glide into fun on the ALL-NEW Tamariki Twirl, a kid-sized wave slide designed just for them!

Turi’s Kid Cove will be tucked away between Big Surf Shores and Mango Market. With plenty of splashy water fun and ample seating all around for rest and relaxation, it’s the perfect place for you and your little ones to cool off.

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POSITIVELY DELICIOUS

Florida shrimp sandwich with avacado, it’s Positively Delicious!

Shrimp, not just any shrimp… Florida Shrimp, and add in some fresh avocado and without question. It’s positively delicious!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound medium-sized Florida shrimp, peeled

• 1 large Florida avocado, peeled and seed removed

• 1 small red onion, sliced thin

• ½ cup rice vinegar

• Seafood seasoning

• 4 slices whole-wheat bread

• Olive oil for cooking

• 1 lemon, juiced

• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, stripped off the stem and chopped fine

• 6 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped fine

• Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

In a small bowl combine the thin-sliced red onion and vinegar; let this mixture marinate for about 10 minutes. Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil. Season the water with 2 tablespoons of your favorite seafood boil seasoning. Make a bath of ice water in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Place peeled shrimp into the seasoned boiling water. Cook shrimp for 2 minutes, or until cooked throughout. Remove shrimp from the hot water and place them in the ice water bath, allowing shrimp to cool. Place the bread on a cookie sheet; lightly drizzle with olive oil and a dash of seafood seasoning. Place the bread under the broiler to toast (being careful not to let them burn). Remove the shrimp from the ice bath to a bowl. Add 1 tsp olive oil, 1 tsp seafood seasoning, juice of ½ lemon, fresh thyme, and half the garlic; stir to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. In a small mixing bowl, combine the avocado, juice of ½ lemon, remaining garlic, and a pinch of seafood seasoning. Mash the avocado mixture, leaving it somewhat chunky if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. To assemble spread the avocado mixture on top of each piece of toast. Next place a few shrimp on top of the avocado mixture. To garnish place a few slices of the pickled onions on top of the shrimp.

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Florida ssnap beans with caramelized onions and mushrooms, it’s Positively Delicious!

Fresh and healthy, simple and inexpensive to make, and a great way to enjoy ingredients grown right here in the sunshine state. We think you’ll agree… it’s positively delicious!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound Florida snap beans, stems trimmed

• 16 large Florida button mushrooms, rinsed and sliced

• 2 large onions, peeled and sliced

• 2 teaspoons olive oil

• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

• Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

PREPARATION

Preheat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the preheated sauté pan. Add sliced onions to pan and cook them for 3 to 5 minutes until almost caramelized. Add the green beans and garlic to the pan and continue to cook ingredients for another 3 to 4 minutes until the green beans are almost to desired tenderness. Add mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce and butter. Cook another 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Remove from heat and serve warm.

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