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Crash on Hwy. 60 West of Lake Wales Briefly Shuts Down Traffic Flow

A call was received by Polk County Fire Rescue at 3:12 p.m. today to report a traffic collision at 4560 Hwy. 60 W in...

Lake Wales Middle School Student to Compete in Upcoming Junior Olympics

When you start your running career at the age of 5, it seems like there’s nowhere to go but up. In the case 14-year-old...

Board Approves 5-0 To Settlement Agreement With Former LWCS Superintendent

By Anita Todd, Special Articles LAKE WALES - The Lake Wales Charter School Board of Trustees voted unanimously to accept a proposed agreement for termination...

Taking It For Granted – Much Has Changed In Lake Wales Over The Past 30 Years

By Mayor Jack Hilligoss     In 1997 The Lakeland Ledger reported our city had adopted a new motto-“Progressive Vision, Vintage Charm”.  They also reported the initial actions taken in pursuit...

In Loving Memory of Samuel Torres-Martinez, 86

Samuel Torres-Martinez, 86 Samuel Torres-Martinez of Lakeshore passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Lakeland Hospice House. He was born April 27, 1938 in Manati, Puerto...

Local Non-Profit Assisting Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Seeking Financial Assistance

By James Coulter For nearly 25 years, Circle of Friends have helped low-income individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Lake Wales. Now they're seeking financial assistance to help pay off the mortgage...

Heading to the Olympic Games in Paris? We Want to Talk To You!

Are you headed for Paris this week for the Olympic Games? We’d like to talk to you! E-mail [email protected] if you’re heading to the Olympics....

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