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Reports of Lake Wales Explosion on NYE Turns Out To Be Fire at River Ranch

An initial report of an explosion in Lake Wales early New Year’s Eve morning generated more questions than answers. On 12/31/24 at 3:33 a.m., Polk...

In Loving Memory of Jim Read, 78, of Lake Wales

Jim Read, 78 Jim Read of Lake Wales passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born December 28, 1945 in Pawtucket,...

Highpoint Church to Host NYE Fireworks 12/31

Looking for fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Lake Wales? HighPoint Church, located at 4025 N. Scenic Hwy. in Lake Wales, welcomes all on New...

How the Arts Shaped Lake Wales: Lake Wales Arts Council Celebrates Over 50 Years

Over 50 years after it was established, the Lake Wales Arts Council is celebrating its anniversary with the community.  From Tuesday, January 7,...

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

When one is charged with Grand Theft, you may not expect to see a 5-gallon bucket on the list of stolen items. But it...

Grove Vehicle Tears Down Power Lines, Snaps Pole, Triggers Fire

At approximately 2:41 PM, on Friday, December 27, 2024, an electrical emergency was reported near 4443 Mammoth Grove Rd. in Lake Wales. A vehicle being...

Single Vehicle Crash in Lake Wales, One Transported to Hospital

At approximately 10:04 AM this morning on Friday, December 27, 2024, a traffic collision was reported near 2838 Masterpiece Rd. in Lake Wales. Carrie Horstman,...

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