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Hey Four Corners, hope your week’s off to a good start!

In today’s edition: Airport land sale, Rapunzel surprises patients, and exotic car festival + fun things to do for free & local fundraisers worth checking out this week.

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📰 In the news

Industrial land strategy unfolds: Osceola County commissioners are negotiating a potential sale of 25 acres by Kissimmee Gateway Airport to Jr. Davis Construction to boost jobs, but final terms still need commission approval — get details on the negotiations.

Whimsy lifts young spirits: Rapunzel surprised patients at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando on Feb. 28, part of a Disney and Starlight collaboration bringing princess-themed hospital gowns and joy to kids like Azalea Marbury — learn more about the celebration.

New pathways to postsecondary success: Osceola County schools saw historic gains in college readiness, reaching a 72.8% acceleration rate. Three of four 2025 graduates earned an accelerated credit, strengthening opportunities around Four Corners — learn what’s behind the gains.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Highlights this week:

• Bring your family to sensory-friendly Egg-stravaganza
• Drop in for mahjong, beginners welcome
• Celebrate exotic cars and award-winning Panteras

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Pan sobao sandwich fix: El Punto Sandwich Cafe bakes pan sobao daily, then stacks it into tripletas and Cubanos that smash the “I deserve this” button. Cozy, local, and generous on portions, great for a quick lunch or a take-home feast when cooking motivation goes missing.

Lakeside breather, anyone? Between downtown and Lake Tohopekaliga, Kissimmee Lakefront Park serves easy after-work vibes with lakeside paths, shady pavilions, a splash pad for little ones, playgrounds, and a real-deal fishing pier. Midweek feels mellow, perfect for a patch of lawn as the Monument of States stands guard while you exhale.

LEGO fix, sorted: The Daily Brick packs shelves with new and retired sets, bins of loose bricks, and a sea of minifigs, plus they buy, sell, and trade if your stash needs a refresh. Ideal for a quick build-hunt between errands or a rainy-day project burst, this spot keeps creativity clicking.

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

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📆 Free events worth checking out

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🤸 Parents Play Free Tuesday @ Planet Obstacle Adventure Park (Davenport) | Tuesday (3/10) at 4:00 PM – Nothing beats a Tuesday that lets you act like a kid, without paying. At Planet Obstacle, buy your kid a pass and you jump, tackle obstacle courses, and spin bumper cars for free, together. Feels like winning parenting, cardio, and budget, all at once.

🏍 Old Town’s Bike Night @ Old Town Entertainment District (Kissimmee) | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:00 PM – Roll into Old Town Kissimmee every Wednesday for the free Bike Night, where the midweek soundtrack is rumbling engines and the air smells faintly of funnel cake. All makes welcome, bring your crew, license, proof of insurance, and skip the colored patches.

🃏 Weekly Poker @ Blue Heron Tavern (Davenport) | Thursday (3/12) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a Thursday poker night where your worst bluff costs zero dollars. Hit Blue Heron Tavern at Providence for free Texas Hold’em with Paradise Bar Poker League, all skill levels, dealer-tip re-entries, points, and venue gift cards, plus camaraderie and gentle smack talk.

🏎 Promenade Racing Car & Truck Show @ Promenade at Sunset Walk (Kissimmee) | Friday (3/13) at 5:00 PM – Knock off work and roll to Sunset Walk every Friday at 5 for the Promenade Racing Car & Truck Show. Live music, free admission, and free parking, which is a unicorn. Kick tires, swap stories, and let the chrome outshine your HOA-approved porch light.

🛍 Four Corners-Cagan Crossings Outdoor Market @ Cagan Crossings Outdoor Market (Clermont) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Four Corners’ outdoor market is serving your Saturday right with farm-fresh avocados, sweet corn, mandarins, pineapple, and more. Swing by Cagan Crossings by the library, support local vendors, and pretend the squash was always on your list. Friendly faces, good finds, local honey, zero fuss.

🚗 Saturday Classic Car Show & Cruise @ Old Town (Kissimmee) | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 PM – Old Town’s Saturday tradition keeps the chrome gleaming, the tales growing, and 1985-and-older beauties lined up for a free show and evening cruise. Bring the kids, the camera, and your best “I had one of those” face, plus cruising locals can score a monthly $1,000.

🏷 Yard Sale @ Bellaviva at Westside (Davenport) | Sunday (3/15) at 9:00 AM – Yard-sale season calls for a Bellaviva treasure hunt, with balloon-marked driveways and neighbors unloading everything from kids and baby gear, clothing, and toys to décor, furniture, tools, and household goods. Bring cash, patience, and a trunk, though some folks take Venmo or Zelle.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Four Corners report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 89°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 16%

Patchy fog before 10am, then a slight chance of rain showers. Sunny, with a high near 89. East wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 66. Southeast wind around 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 88°F – Low: 66°F – Precip: 3%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South southeast wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 66. South southeast wind around 5 mph.

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