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Lake Wales CRA Approves New Program (HOME) to Assist Residents with Disabilities

City of Lake Wales February 11, 2026 0

by James Coulter A new pilot program aims to help...

Welcome, World Travelers! New Fast and Furious Coaster Coming to Universal Studios Florida

Entertainment February 11, 2026 0

Welcome, World Travelers! New Fast and Furious Coaster Coming...

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...

Death Investigation Closes Lane on SR 60 Near Indian Lake Estates

City of Frostproof Responds to Concerns Over Bacteria in Lake Clinch

Polk County Commissioners Approve Agreement for Sheriff’s Office Joint-Use Warehouse and Facilities Management Administration Building

Alligator Attack Reported at Lake Kissimmee State Park

Red Flag Warning Issued for Polk County: What Residents Need to Know

New Pub Coming To Downtown Lake Wales

Suspect AKA Rapper John Wicks Arrested In Central Florida- Brother Of Rapper Kodak Black

Polk County Shelter & Hurricane Resource Information

Polk County Public Schools To Be Closed Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Sheriff Grady Judd Details The Case Against Local Polk Attorney Jason Penrod