Kissimmee, FL news on Sunday, October 18, 2026

In Kissimmee, FL on Sunday, October 18, 2026: Missing 81-year-old from Kissimmee found safe. Also: Major League Fishing's Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship at Kissimmee Chain of Lakes premieres Sunday on VICE TV; Envelope with suspicious substance intercepted at Kissimmee office of U.S. Representative Darren Soto. Weather: Mostly fair Sunday with highs near 78°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Purple Alert issued for missing 81-year-old Kissimmee resident has been canceled; person found safe.Boca Post · Oct 18, 2:05 PM

Safety & emergencies

Envelope with suspicious substance intercepted at Kissimmee office of U.S. Representative Darren Soto.WESH · Oct 16, 10:09 PM

Events & going out

Major League Fishing's Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Championship at Kissimmee Chain of Lakes premieres Sunday on VICE TV.Major League Fishing · Oct 15, 2:05 PM

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