Don Schmidt roofing and contracting, serving Osceola County for over 34 years

Don Schmidt Roofing and Contracting has been a trusted name in the Central Florida roofing industry for over 35 years. With decades of experience under their belts, they have built a solid reputation for delivering top-notch service and exceptional results.

Their commitment to customer satisfaction, paired with their extensive knowledge and expertise, has set Don Schmidt Roofing apart from the competition. Whether it’s a residential or commercial roofing project, Don Schmidt Roofing and Contracting approaches each job with the same level of dedication and attention to detail.

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By J. Daniel Pearson For Positively Osceola

Gunner Holland, Osceola High School wrestler severely burned while at wrestling camp, on road to recovery

Gunner Holland, a two-time state wrestling champion and a rising senior at Osceola High School, was severely injured in a freak burning accident late last week while attending a wrestling camp at Lake Highland Prep. Holland was was participating in the camp in preparation for a national tournament in Fargo, ND.

The incident occurred when Holland accidentally sat in some liquid that had spilled on a bench. The liquid turned out to be an undiluted cleaning solution that had apparently leaked out of a container. Holland immediately experienced a burning sensation, but he continued to compete in the camp for approximately three hours before the pain became too intense to bear.

Holland ended up being rushed to the emergency room and later admitted to the burn unit at Orlando Regional Medical Center with second degree akaline burns to his bottom and back of his legs.

“Gunner’s a tough kid and when he first noticed the burning sensation, he said he had no idea what was causing it,” his mother Samantha Gunner said. “He just kept going for several hours until the pain became too intense. I visited him on Monday and doctors are hoping he’ll be able to come home tonight or tomorrow. He’s just heartbroken that he is going to miss the opportunity to wrestle at Nationals. Because he played football the past three years, this would have been his first opportunity to go.”

Holland won Class 3A FHSAA State Championships as both a freshman and sophomore. Last year, wrestling through a host of injuries, he rallied to a third place finish.

Brandi Deal, a family friend of the Holland family, has started a Go fund Me Page to help Gunner and his family deal with medical bills and anticipated family expenses dealing with this unfortunate event.

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Osceola County Vice Chair, District 4 Commissioner Cheryl Grieb to host Back to School Backpack at Kissimmee Hart Memorial Library

With the 2023-2024 school year coming fast, it’s time to make sure students in Osceola County have everything they need to succeed in school – right from the first day back!

Osceola County Vice Chair, District 4 Commissioner Cheryl Grieb is inviting K-12 students to a back to school giveaway at Hart Memorial Library, located at 211 East Dakin Avenue in Kissimmee on Friday July 28th at 9am.

It’s Osceola County and the Osceola Library System working together to ensure that your kiddos are ready for another exciting school year!

The backpack giveaway is for Osceola County residents only.

Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital has achieved national recognition with the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award. The award recognizes the hospital’s dedication to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines.

“This award reaffirms our commitment to improving stroke care,” said Amit Bansal, MD, chief quality officer, Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital. “We are proud of our dedicated team, who continue to make significant strides in early stroke detection and treatment, which is key to improving a patient’s health and recovery.”

Get With The Guidelines – Stroke, is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the longterm effects of a stroke and prevent death.

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Suncoast Credit Union Celebrates Grand Opening In Kissimmee Near the Loop, First Location in Central Florida

Suncoast Credit Union, Florida’s largest credit union, celebrated the grand opening of its first branch in Central Florida on Thursday July 13th, with a ribbon cutting ceremony in Kissimmee, donating 300 backpacks to Highlands Elementary School, and a surprise takeover at 4Rivers Smokehouse where they covered the bill for an hour during lunch.

Suncoast leadership, employees, members, and representatives from more than 50 local businesses came together to celebrate the branch, located in the Loop area of Kissimmee. During the event, Suncoast presented 300 backpacks filled with school supplies to Highlands Elementary School, a nearby Title I school.

“We’re so grateful to have a new partnership with Suncoast Credit Union,” said Magali Ressel, Principal, Highlands Elementary School. “These backpacks are going to be a great start to the upcoming school year.”