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In Loving Memory of Lillian Houser Carden, 104, of Lake Wales

Obituaries December 18, 2025 0

February 18, 1921 — December 14, 2025 Lake Wales, Florida Louise...

Fatal Crash on State Road 60 Claims Life of 21-Year-Old Fort Pierce Man

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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release The driver of...

In Loving Memory of Peggy Jean Young Williams, 92, of Lake Wales

Obituaries December 5, 2025 0

May 23, 1933 — November 27, 2025 Peggy Jean Young...

Man Found Stabbed on Sidewalk in Lake Wales

LWPD Seeks Public’s Assistance in Attempt to Identify Man Stealing From Local Retailer

Two Juveniles Arrested in Connection with Last Week’s Shooting Near Scenic Hwy.

Shooting Investigation Underway as Shots are Fired Near Scenic Hwy.

Saturday Evening Lake Wales Wreck Charged to DUI Driver, LWPD Says

Lake Wales Private School Substitute Teacher Arrested After Allegedly Showing Sexually Explicit Photos To Her Students

Lake Wales Man Charged with Grand Theft After Allegedly Leaving Lowe’s with Over $3K in Merchandise

Lake Wales PD Investigating Shooting on Winston Ave.

Home Invasion Suspect Shot By Lake Wales Home Owner Late Tuesday Night

LWPD Seeking Public’s Help In Identifying Possible Suspects in Local Theft