Emely Albelo

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Lifestyle Journalist at Osceola News Gazette

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New bill creates system for human trafficking awareness training in public schools

3 weeks ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

Public teachers are to undergo human trafficking awareness training if House Bill 1237 takes effect July 1, 2025. Rep. Erika Booth (R-St. Cloud) sponsored the bill with Rep. Toby Overdorf (R-Palm City) on with the hopes of securing children’s safety across Florida. “We will never turn a blind eye to this horrific crime,” said Booth, a former educator.
SKILLCircuits debuts high school program

3 weeks ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

St. Cloud High School welcomed Techtonic’s SKILLCircuits last week to offer neurodiverse students, such as those with autism, a future in mobile device repair. Chief Impact Officer for Techtonic Christopher Johncke said they have been running these skill circuits across Orlando, but this will be the first time it’s being done in Osceola County. “Osceola has been a great partner for us in developing what we’re doing and helping create opportunities,” Johncke said.
To the rescue! It's National Superhero Day!

1 month ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

Monday, April 28 is , a day dedicated to honoring superheroes, both real and fictional — a worthwhile cause, no matter who your favorite hero is. This was founded by Marvel Comics in 1995 to honor the people that made a positive impact on our lives. According to the first superhero, the Phantom, was created in 1936 in a U.S. newspaper, and his creation sparked the inspiration for hundreds of heroes today.
Celebrate National Donation Life Month in Osceola County

1 month ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

In celebration of April’s National Donation Life Month, President Trump urges willing Americans to become organ, tissue, and eye donors. President Trump proclaimed that during National Donate Life Month, we celebrate these heroes and the life-giving impact of their precious gift. “Americans demonstrate their compassion in countless ways, perhaps none more selfless or vital than organ donations,” Trump wrote on April 3 in the proclamation.
Celestial bodies showcased throughout April over Osceola County

2 months ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

Stargazers, get your binoculars and telescopes ready for three celestial events happening this April!On Saturday, April 12, a full “pink” moon will appear in the night sky at 8:22 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. According to Time and Date, the Pink Moon in April gets its name from pink wildflowers that bloom in the early spring. The name comes from the brightly colored pink phlox wildflowers that are native to North America and that often bloom around the time of April’s Full Moon.
Stress Awareness Month-here’s how to be mindful and balanced

2 months ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

April is National Stress Awareness Month, dedicated to spreading awareness to stress, it’s causes, and how to take steps to manage it. Stress can be caused by a multitude of factors, but it shouldn’t rule your life. That’s the sentiment of St. Cloud’s Debbie Smith and daughter Carissa Woerner, co-owners of Blue Lotus and Wellness.
'A Tapestry of Us' at Osceola History - April 13-19

2 months ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

Body On April 13-19, Osceola History will host “A tapestry of Us,” a week-long exhibit of 13 beautiful quilts crafted. The week-long event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free to the public. A special opening exhibit will be held on April 14 at 11 a.m. Amanda Kelkenberg, Chief Executive Officer of The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County will be kicking off the event.
TikTok deadline just around the corner

2 months ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

TikTok must sell to a U.S. company by Saturday to avoid facing a government ban. With President Donald Trump’s executive order inching closer and closer, worries of its nationwide ban continue to spread. “We have a lot of interest in TikTok, and China is going to play a role, so hopefully China will approve of the deal,” said Trump during a meeting on March 6. Trump said he’s “probably” extended the deadline if a deal to buy the app has not been reached.
St. Cloud community worries over Osceola County ESE changes

2 months ago | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

Melanie Thomas is one of many St. Cloud parents who are unhappy with the proposed changes to exceptional and special needs education in the School District of Osceola County, after district leaders rolled those changes at the March 11 School Board meeting. “There was never any previous communication about any changes to the ESE,” Thomas said.
Is sustainable chicken living egg-zactly the way to beat the shortage?

Mar 13, 2025 | aroundosceola.com | Emely Albelo

With eggs in short supply and high demand, including locally, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced its latest plan to help lower the price: a $1 billion dollar plan to lower egg prices and provide what the USDA is calling a “Five-Pronged Approach to Address Avian Flu.”The USDA said on Feb.