Poinciana News

Osceola County Commissioner Message - November

Webmaster — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 00:54:00 GMT

Osceola and Polk residents in the Poinciana area need convenient and timely access to emergency services and healthcare; that is a reality. Another reality we are facing is the tough budgetary restraints statewide.

Osceola County Sheriff's Office - Aug 2007

Webmaster — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 03:34:00 GMT

On August 7, neighborhoods across Osceola County are encouraged to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide to celebrate the 24th Annual National Night Out (NNO), a crime and drug prevention event. The Sheriff's Office is asking residents to turn on an outside ight from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. to support the campaign.

Osceola County Commissioner Message - August

Webmaster — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 01:47:00 GMT

Dear Poinciana Citizens,

Summer days have flown by and we are moving forward to a new school year! School supplies, new teachers, new friends, and maybe even a new school. Schools in Osceola County are back in session on Monday, August 20th. Researches overwhelmingly demonstrate that parent involvement in children's learning is positively related to achievement. Let us encourage our children to strive for excellence and promote them toward their highest potential.

Murder Investigation in Poinciana

Webmaster — Mon, 23 Jul 2007 22:09:00 GMT

Osceola County Sheriff's detectives arrested and charged 19 year old Enmanuel Mendez (DOB 5/13/88) from Poinciana with murder in the death of Hakeem Ahmed Rasheed. A warrant was issued for Mendez on July 21 and detectives located him at a residence on Brixham Court at approximately 10:00 p.m. The investigation is on-going with additional charges pending.

Osceola County Commissioner Message - July

Webmaster — Sat, 07 Jul 2007 00:46:00 GMT

Dear Poinciana Citizens: Hot weather, swimming, the smell of hot dogs on the grill, summer camps and family time best depict the summer season! As we struggle with managing so many priorities, it is important to remember there is nothing more enjoyable than spending quality time with the ones you love. "Quality time" is time spent doing an important activity together, sharing thoughts and feelings, or having the opportunity to have a meaningful conversation with your loved ones.

Osceola County Sheriff's Office - July 2007

Webmaster — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 23:10:00 GMT

Did you know only 2 years ago, identity theft was the second fastest growing crime in the United States? Over the last year, we've seen the number of identity theft cases increase. Here's some basic information you should know to keep you safe.

Osceola County Commissioner Message - June

Webmaster — Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:11:00 GMT

We are in the middle month of the summer season and summer break and I hope you have had the opportunity to spend time with your families! As a follow-up to my previous article, Hurricane season officially began June 1 and ends November 31. This is a good time to assess your preparation supplies and have a plan in place, if you have not done so already. Awareness and preparation are the best tools!