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Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested After Briefly Fleeing Police

A man with multiple outstanding warrants was taken into custody Monday evening following a brief chase near Granado’s Produce in Lake Wales. According to information...

Polk County Commission Approves Appeal to 656-Acre Sand Mine Near Saddlebag Lake Resort

by James Coulter Despite residents raising concerns about potential pollution, noise, and traffic issues, county commissioners approved an appeal to a proposed sand mine near...

Driver Dies After Corvette Fails to Stop, Plunges Into Water-Filled Area in Lake Wales

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a single vehicle crash that resulted in the death of the driver. The crash occurred on...

90th AED Installed at Lakeshore Club Villas Thanks to Lifesaving Partnership

A milestone moment unfolded Monday night as the 90th automated external defibrillator (AED) was installed at Lakeshore Club Villas—marking another life-saving step forward for...

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Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 – February 2, 2026 | OBITUARY

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 — February...

In Loving Memory of Marcia N. Alley, 81, of Lakeland

Marcia Nicodemus Alley never let a phone call go...

In Loving Memory of Mary Perez Perryman

Mary Perez Perryman August 25, 1955 — March 11, 2026 Lake...

LWHS Band Hits the Right Note with Explosive Growth Under Director

LAKE WALES - When Meagan Delacerda became band director...

Lake Wales Man Accused Of Drunk Driving Caused Two Hit and Runs Then Parked Behind Elementary School

On March 10, 2026, Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 43‑year‑old Juan Medina of Lake Wales after he caused two hit‑and‑run crashes while driving...

Barnett Family Invests in Future of Treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center Location Coming to Polk County

By Maria Iannucci Within the next few years, Polk County residents will have a valuable new option for quality cancer care that won’t involve driving...

Late-Night Crooked Lake Rescue: Deputies, Fire Rescue, and Good Samaritan Save Two Men After Canoe Overturns

At around 8:04 pm, on Sunday March 8, 2026, a 911 call was received by a man who reported that he and his buddy...

World Wildlife Day – FREE Community Event

🌎 World Wildlife Day – FREE Community Event! A fun...

Babson Park Man Struck & Killed In Davenport

Pedestrian killed crossing I-4 onramp in northeast Polk County A...

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Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested After Briefly Fleeing Police

A man with multiple outstanding warrants was taken into...

Polk County Commission Approves Appeal to 656-Acre Sand Mine Near Saddlebag Lake Resort

by James Coulter Despite residents raising concerns about potential pollution,...

Driver Dies After Corvette Fails to Stop, Plunges Into Water-Filled Area in Lake Wales

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a...

90th AED Installed at Lakeshore Club Villas Thanks to Lifesaving Partnership

A milestone moment unfolded Monday night as the 90th...

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 – February 2, 2026 | OBITUARY

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 — February...

In Loving Memory of Marcia N. Alley, 81, of Lakeland

Marcia Nicodemus Alley never let a phone call go...

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Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested After Briefly Fleeing Police

A man with multiple outstanding warrants was taken into...

Polk County Commission Approves Appeal to 656-Acre Sand Mine Near Saddlebag Lake Resort

by James Coulter Despite residents raising concerns about potential pollution,...

Driver Dies After Corvette Fails to Stop, Plunges Into Water-Filled Area in Lake Wales

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a...

90th AED Installed at Lakeshore Club Villas Thanks to Lifesaving Partnership

A milestone moment unfolded Monday night as the 90th...

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Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested After Briefly Fleeing Police

A man with multiple outstanding warrants was taken into custody Monday evening following a brief chase near Granado’s Produce in Lake Wales. According to information...

Polk County Commission Approves Appeal to 656-Acre Sand Mine Near Saddlebag Lake Resort

by James Coulter Despite residents raising concerns about potential pollution,...

Driver Dies After Corvette Fails to Stop, Plunges Into Water-Filled Area in Lake Wales

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a...

90th AED Installed at Lakeshore Club Villas Thanks to Lifesaving Partnership

A milestone moment unfolded Monday night as the 90th...

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 – February 2, 2026 | OBITUARY

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 — February...

In Loving Memory of Marcia N. Alley, 81, of Lakeland

Marcia Nicodemus Alley never let a phone call go...

In Loving Memory of Mary Perez Perryman

Mary Perez Perryman August 25, 1955 — March 11, 2026 Lake...

LWHS Band Hits the Right Note with Explosive Growth Under Director

LAKE WALES - When Meagan Delacerda became band director...

Lake Wales Man Accused Of Drunk Driving Caused Two Hit and Runs Then Parked Behind Elementary School

On March 10, 2026, Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies...

In Loving Memory of Ruth Gilman

Ruth Gilman May 19, 1925 — March 8, 2026 Lake Wales,...

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Polk County Commission Approves Appeal to 656-Acre Sand Mine Near Saddlebag Lake Resort

by James Coulter Despite residents raising concerns about potential pollution,...

Driver Dies After Corvette Fails to Stop, Plunges Into Water-Filled Area in Lake Wales

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Investigations Unit is investigating a...

90th AED Installed at Lakeshore Club Villas Thanks to Lifesaving Partnership

A milestone moment unfolded Monday night as the 90th...

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 – February 2, 2026 | OBITUARY

Alta Ruthe Jack | February 17, 1936 — February...

In Loving Memory of Marcia N. Alley, 81, of Lakeland

Marcia Nicodemus Alley never let a phone call go...