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Kissimmee (kĭsĭm`ē), city (1990 pop. 30,050), Osceola co., central Fla., on Lake Tohopekaliga. Located in an important agricultural area, it is a major processing, packaging, and shipping center for the surrounding Kissimmee valley, where citrus fruits (especially oranges) and beef are produced. The city also lies in a popular vacation area. Its attractions include the Monument of States, the Splendid China theme park, and an annual rodeo and livestock show. One of the largest contributors to Kissimmee's economy is nearby Disney World, the gigantic amusement park and entertainment complex. Kissimmee provides hotel accommodations for a large portion of the park's tourists. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Historically, during the rainy season from June to November, heavy rainwater would gush down the Kissimmee River to fill Lake Okeechobee. One highly visible project, rerouting of the Kissimmee River in Florida, uses 15 Quadtrac units, each pulling two 17-foot Reynolds scrapers that move 5,000 yards of dirt per day. For the sake of wildlife habitat, the corps, which once straightened the Kissimmee River, is helping it snake back to its natural course. |
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