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In Loving Memory of Martha Jean McCall Coleman, former clerk at Mayers Jewelers, of Lake Wales

Obituaries February 10, 2026 0

Martha Jean McCall Coleman, a beloved resident of Lake...

Polk County Police Chiefs’ Charitable Foundation: Sporting Clays Fun Shoot April 11

Events February 10, 2026 0

On Saturday, April 11, 2026, the Polk County Police...

Local Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash On Waverly Road

Waverly February 8, 2026 0

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release The PCSO Traffic...

City of Lake Wales Approves Wastewater Force Main Cleanings for Eagle Ridge and Southside

Northern Precinct Brings It Home For Hilligoss in Successful Bid For Lake Wales Mayoral Reelection

Mayor Jack Hilligoss Seeks Re-Election with Campaign on Long-Term Planning and Quality Development

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd Clarifies He Did Not Endorse Lake Wales Candidate For Mayor

City of Lake Wales Approves $107 Budget, 7.04 Millage Rate, For Next Fiscal Year

City Staff to Celebrate International Day of Peace September 21

City of Lake Wales May Provide up to $5,700 in Tuition Aid for Employees Training to be Police Officers

Local Schools Gifted U.S. Constitution Handbooks By Former Lake Wales Commissioner

29+Acres Considered for Annexation in Lake Wales City Limits; 79 Acres Considered for Land Use and Zoning Changes

Upcoming Enhancements to Park Avenue Between Wetmore Street to First Street