Osceola County

On Monday county commissioners visited several high schools to make the announcement.

The TikTok and Instagram influencers aim to raise $200,000 dollars for people who need help.

A recent survey by three national trade organizations found that the bus driver shortage is a problem for 99% of school districts. And 51% consider it a "severe" or "desperate" concern.

Julius Melendez believes he has found a win-win solution for schools and the transportation authority.

The population of Central Florida, including Marion County, grew by 21% from 2010 to 2020, according to the latest census numbers.

The Osceola County school district is among more than 60 districts, religious organizations and other groups calling on the state to make it easier to install solar panels on their properties.

Some smaller metro areas have more jobs than a year ago. Ocala added 1,200 jobs and The Villages added 200.

On this episode of Intersection, we're joined by Kissimmee Mayor Jose Alvarez and Osceola County School Board Member Kelvin Soto, talking about how Osceola County is coping with the economic turmoil triggered by the pandemic. Later in the show- Rev. Mary Lee Downey, CEO of the Community Hope Center in Osceola County talks about the impact of the crisis on affordable housing.

On this episode of Intersection, we're joined by Kissimmee Mayor Jose Alvarez and Osceola County School Board Member Kelvin Soto, talking about how Osceola County is coping with the economic turmoil triggered by the pandemic. Later in the show- Rev. Mary Lee Downey, CEO of the Community Hope Center in Osceola County talks about the impact of the crisis on affordable housing.

The pandemic has thrown up all sorts of challenges for businesses and non-profits alike- trying to navigate the healthcare crisis and stay afloat. But what impact does a pandemic - and a sharp recession- have on a non-profit that’s focused on affordable housing?