Orlando Health Cancer Institute Introduces CAR T-Cell Therapy for Treating Advanced Blood Cancers

Orlando Health Cancer Institute has added CAR T-cell therapy as a new option for treating advanced blood cancers.

CAR T-cell therapy is an immunotherapy that works by harnessing the power of a patient’s immune system to attack tumors. Treatment begins with the collection of the patient’s T-cells, which help protect the body from infection. The T-cells are then sent to a laboratory, where they are genetically re-engineered to produce proteins on their surface called chimeric antigen receptors. The new T-cells are reproduced by the millions in preparation for infusion back into the patient.

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Florida Department of Education Releases 2021-2022 Graduation Rates for Osceola Schools

Data released today by the Florida Department of Education shows Osceola School District’s graduation rate decreased from 89.7% in 2021 to 85.2% in 2022. Florida’s statewide high school graduation rate similarly decreased by from 90.1% to 87.3%. Several highlights for the Osceola School District include:

• Ten high schools in Osceola County achieved graduation rates above the state average

• Osceola County’s graduation rate for English Language Learners is above the state average

• Osceola County’s graduation rate for at-risk students is above the state average

• Four high schools in Osceola County were above the state graduation rate for Exceptional Student Education students

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Dunkin’ Shines Gold with $27,000 Grant to Bring Joy to Kids Battling Cancer at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children

Dunkin’ gave guests a sweet way to shine gold and support kids battling illness during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month last September. Dunkin’ has now allocated $27,000 to be granted locally to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children through the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation. Thanks to the support of Dunkin’ guests and the generosity of franchisees throughout the Southeast Region, the Dunkin’ Shine Gold program collectively raised $320,000 to support children’s hospitals throughout Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.

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Osceola County Fair to Return to Osceola Heritage Park February 10-19, 2023

The Osceola County Fair is back February 10th through the 19th, 2023 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, and it’s sure to bigger, better, and more fun than EVER before.

Celebrating its 79th year, Osceola County’s largest event will feature amusement rides, games, exciting exhibits, livestock shows, positively delicious fair food, a demolition derby, a LIVE concert by Warner Music Nashville Country Music artist Chase Matthew on Sunday February 19th, and so much more! Tell your friends, tell your family, it’s the 79th Osceola County Fair at Osceola Heritage Park!

Osceola County schedules road micro-surfacing in Buenaventura Lakes, nearby areas

Osceola County has announced that the following roads have been tentatively scheduled for microsurfacing Wednesday, February 1st through Friday, February 24th.

• Alameda Drive: Royal Palm Drive to San Blas Avenue

• Campeche Lane: Royal Palm Drive to Toluca Drive

• Floral Court: Laurel Way to cul-de-sac

• Floral Drive: Royal Palm Drive to Laurel Way

• Guadalajara Drive: Royal Palm Drive to San Blas Avenue

• Hibiscus Lane: Royal Palm Drive to Laurel Way

• Ivy Drive: Royal Palm Drive to Hibiscus Lane

• Laurel Way: Alameda Drive to cul-de-sac

• Leon Court: Merida Drive to cul-de-sac

• Loredo Lane: Royal Palm Drive to Toluca Drive

Osceola County Fair to Feature Country Recording Artist Chase Matthew, Sunday, February 19th at 6pm

The Osceola County Fair, the county’s largest annual event, is back February 10-19, and will feature more exciting LIVE entertainment than ever before.

On Sunday February 19 at 6pm, the Osceola County Fair will feature country recording artist Chase Matthew.

Since releasing his debut album, Born For This, earlier this year, Matthew has been busy selling out venues across the nation on his headline ‘Born For This’ Tour. Matthew recently performed to a hometown headline debut in Nashville to a SOLD-OUT crowd of more than 1,600 fans.

His single, “She Loves Jesus,” is out now, and fans can expect more new music from this Nashville riser in the coming months.

For tickets and more information go OsceolaCountyFair.com.

KUA Releases 2023 Calendar of Electrical Safety, Featuring 29th Annual Student Art Contest Winners

Kissimmee Utility Authority has released its 2023 Calendar of Electrical Safety, a bilingual calendar in English and Spanish, featuring the winning entries from its 29th annual student art contest.

The calendar, available free of charge at the utility’s customer service center at 1701 W. Carroll Street in Kissimmee, features an assortment of electrical safety tips and incorporates the Osceola County School District calendar for convenient planning.

Open to Osceola County students in Kindergarten through fifth grade, the contest is designed to promote electrical safety among students and their families. This year, a total of 1,081 entries were received from 21 Osceola County elementary schools, including, public, private, and charter school students.

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Osceola Clerk of Court & County Comptroller Kelvin Soto To Host Valentine’s Day Group Wedding Ceremony and Reception, Register Now

If you’re looking to “tie the knot” on Valentine’s Day this February 14th, The Osceola County Clerk & Comptroller Office may have exactly what you’re looking for. On Tuesday, February 14, Kelvin Soto and his County Clerk & Comptroller Office will welcome couples to be married at the Historic Osceola County Courthouse for their Valentine’s Day Group Ceremony & Reception!

Fifteen couples per group ceremony are invited to participate in a romantic celebration of love and marriage during the Valentine’s themed Wedding Ceremony and Reception to be held on Valentine’s Day. The event will be held in the courtroom at the renowned Osceola County Historic Courthouse, the oldest courthouse in active use in Florida located at 3 Courthouse Square in Kissimmee.

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Multi-year FWC investigation “Operation Viper” leads to numerous charges for venomous and prohibited snake traffickers

On January 12, 2023, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Division of Law Enforcement filed charges against eight individuals, ranging from second degree misdemeanors to thirddegree felonies related to the illegal trafficking of venomous and prohibited snakes.

The FWC has been receiving intelligence reports and complaints indicating that a black market exists for the sale and purchase of illegal and highly dangerous venomous reptiles in Florida. In 2020, the FWC initiated a long-term investigation with undercover investigators to determine the extent of this illegal activity and hold violators accountable.

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Osceola County Sheriff's Office accepting applications for Basic'sCitizenAcademy,programbeginsJanuary31

Sheriff Marcos Lopez and the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office are accepting registrations for their upcoming Basic’s Citizen Academy, a 12-week program, that will showcase the various divisions and units within the Sheriff’s Office, and will allow for participants to meet multiple instructors with years of experience in law enforcement.

The program will showcase the various divisions and units within the Sheriff’s Office and will allow for participants to meet multiple instructors with years of experience in law enforcement. The program will also include a firearms safety class as well as a visit to the Osceola County Sheriff’s firing range for hands-on experience.

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