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Robert Clarence Myers, 62 Robert “Bob” Clarence Myers, Jr. of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Lakeland Regional Health in Lakeland, Florida. Bob was...

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Cooking on the Ridge: Slow Cooker Garlic Steak Bites

Cooking on the Ridge: Slow Cooker Garlic Steak Bites by James Coulter If you’re a meat lover like me, there’s nothing better to sink your teeth into...

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Edwin “Ed” Duane Harris, 78, of Waverly

Edwin “Ed” Duane Harris, of Waverly, Florida, peacefully passed...

City of Lake Wales

After Contentious Negotiations and a Brief “Impasse,” Lake Wales City Officials and West Central PBA Reach a New 2-Year Agreement for LWPD Officers

After lengthy discussion and concern over fair compensation for...

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Kathleen McGhee, 89, of Frostproof

Kathleen McGhee, 89 Kathleen McGhee, a beloved member of her...

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Robert Henry Perkins, 89, of Lake Wales

Robert Henry Perkins, 89 Robert Henry Perkins, a devoted family...

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Groundhog Day 2025: Punxsutawney Phil Makes His Prediction

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Spoiler alert: the little groundhog saw his shadow. Punxsutawney Phil...

Weather

Sandbag Sites Open At Two Lake Wales Locations

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In preparation for the potential storm, the City of...

Lake Wales

Lake Wales Deputy Fire Chief Retires to Become Ordained Minister

October 5, 2022 0

by James Coulter For more than two decades, Roy L....

Lake Wales

Lakeland Woman Charged With Retail Theft From Lake Wales Rural King

July 29, 2024 0

The Lake Wales Police Department arrested Angela Crawford (DOB...

Business & Economy

The Mahalak Family Businesses Drive Change in Our Community

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The Family Business: While there are fewer of them...

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The Lake Wales Arts Council presents Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art

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The Woman’s Club of Lake Wales to Host Third Annual Plant & Garden Festival

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One Movie Later: War of the Worlds…Yeah, It’s Really That Bad!

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Home Depot Offering Free Haunted Candy Box Workshop For Kids October 4

Citizens and Police Community Relations Advisory Committee Invites Public to Sept. 22 Meeting

City of Lake Wales

In Loving Memory of James “Tommy” Thomas Anderson, 58

Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Ted A. Smith, 51, of Babson Park

Obituaries

Lake Wales Storage Zone Celebrates 25 Years of Meeting Customer Storage Needs

Lake Wales

Frostproof Woman Arrested After Two Dogs Die From Heatstroke and Neglect

Frostproof

City of Lake Wales May Consider Changing Election Dates from April to November

City of Lake Wales

Sheriff Judd Confirms Drowning On Lake Clinch In Frostproof

Frostproof

State Road 60 Proposed to Receive Scenic Highway Designation

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The Lake Wales Arts Council presents Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art

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Home Depot Offering Free Haunted Candy Box Workshop For Kids October 4

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Lake Wales History Museum Announces Sharon Kurschner Named 2025 Pioneer of the Year

Allison - October 1, 2025

Garden Lovers: Mark Your Calendars for Rootstock Fall Plant Sale at Bok Tower Gardens Oct. 4

September 23, 2025

One Trustee Resigns, Another Considers Options After Spouse’s Employment Conflicts Arise At LWCS Board

September 23, 2025

Lake Wales Storage Zone Celebrates 25 Years of Meeting Customer Storage Needs

September 19, 2025

Traffic Stop Turns Violent: K9 and Officer Struck by Fleeing Suspect

September 4, 2025

Beginner Watercolor Art Class: Alligator in Lilies at Bok Tower Gardens

September 3, 2025

Listening, Learning, Leading: Julie Conrad’s First Steps in Lake Wales as New Superintendent

September 2, 2025

Mark Your Calendars: The 18th Annual 39-Mile Yard Sale Brings New Opportunities to Participate

August 29, 2025

With Over 20 Years of Service, Captain Goreck Reaches New Professional Heights

August 28, 2025

Register to Make Your Own Macrame Mini Plant Holder at Bok Tower Gardens Sept. 6

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The Lake Wales Arts Council presents Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art

Allison - October 3, 2025

Want to experience Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art...

The Woman’s Club of Lake Wales to Host Third Annual Plant & Garden Festival

Allison - October 2, 2025

The Woman’s Club of Lake Wales invites the community...

One Movie Later: War of the Worlds…Yeah, It’s Really That Bad!

Staff Reporter - October 2, 2025

by James Coulter Since its publication in 1898, H.G. Wells'...

Home Depot Offering Free Haunted Candy Box Workshop For Kids October 4

Allison - October 1, 2025

The Lake Wales Home Depot is offering a FREE...

Celebrate Local History at the 49th Annual Pioneer Days Festival

Allison - October 1, 2025

The Lake Wales History Museum invites you to Lake...

Lake Wales History Museum Announces Sharon Kurschner Named 2025 Pioneer of the Year

Allison - October 1, 2025

Lake Wales – The Lake Wales History Museum has...

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The Lake Wales Arts Council presents Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art

Allison - October 3, 2025

Want to experience Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art...

The Woman’s Club of Lake Wales to Host Third Annual Plant & Garden Festival

Allison - October 2, 2025

The Woman’s Club of Lake Wales invites the community...

One Movie Later: War of the Worlds…Yeah, It’s Really That Bad!

Staff Reporter - October 2, 2025

by James Coulter Since its publication in 1898, H.G. Wells'...

Home Depot Offering Free Haunted Candy Box Workshop For Kids October 4

Allison - October 1, 2025

The Lake Wales Home Depot is offering a FREE...

Celebrate Local History at the 49th Annual Pioneer Days Festival

Lake Wales History Museum Announces Sharon Kurschner Named 2025 Pioneer of the Year

In Loving Memory of Robert Clarence Myers, Jr., 62, of Lake Wales

Cooking on the Ridge: Slow Cooker Garlic Steak Bites

Horses with a Mission Hosting Annual Fall Gala on Oct. 4

Central Florida Business Expo in Lakeland Sept. 24 To Feature Lake Wales’ Business Incentive Program

Garden Lovers: Mark Your Calendars for Rootstock Fall Plant Sale at Bok Tower Gardens Oct. 4

One Trustee Resigns, Another Considers Options After Spouse’s Employment Conflicts Arise At LWCS Board

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The Lake Wales Arts Council presents Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art

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Want to experience Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art on a group tour? Gather your friends, family, school group, or community and join in! The...