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Published September 22Dundee Mayor Says He Won’t Support Nearly $30,000 Pay Increase For Town Clerk Ahead Of Tonight’s Vote
By Carl Fish Dundee Mayor Joe Garrison says he will not support a proposed employment contract for Town Clerk Erica Anderson that would set her annual salary at $95,000, saying an increase of nearly $30,000 a year is too much. The Dundee Town Commission is scheduled to discuss…
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Published September 22In Loving Memory of Florencio “Ben” Austria, 89
Florencio “Ben” Austria Oct 27, 1936 — Sep 19, 2026 Florencio Austria, 89 years old, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026, surrounded by his family at home. Florencio, lovingly known as Ben, was born on October 27, 1936, in San Carlos, Pangasinan, Philippines.…
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Published September 22Emergency Road Closure Notice in Haines City
City of Haines City – Government: Public Notice: Emergency Road Closure The Utilities Department will be conducting emergency utility work beginning September 22, 2026. This will result in a section of 24th St N being closed to through traffic. The following sections will be…
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Published September 22Fictitious Name Notification
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned pursuant to the fictitious name statutes 865.09 Florida statues will register with the division of corporations of the state of Florida upon receipt of proof of publication of this notice the fictitious name Townsend Bookkeeping…
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Published September 22ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE
Notice is hereby given that Lake Wales Storage intends to sell the property described below to enforce a lien under the Florida Self Storage Facility Act, Statutes (section 83.80-83.809). The owner will sell at public auction on or after October 14, 2026 at 10:00 am at…
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Published September 22Haines City Helps Revive Polk State College Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program
Polk State College and the Florida Department of Education entered into an agreement last week to revitalize the College’s Cybersecurity Registered Apprenticeship Program and Haines City was a major player in doing so. Florida Commissioner of Education Dr. Henry Mack and Polk…
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Published September 22Winter Haven Hosting 2026 Veterans Day Celebration
When: November 14, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Where: MLK Park on Lake Silver (275 S Lake Silver Drive NW, Winter Haven) A Day to Honor. A Community United. Forever Grateful. Join veterans, military families and communities from across Polk County for Winter Haven Honors, a…
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Published September 21Creative Threads Crochet Club Starts in October
Polk County Parks & Rec – Join us for Creative Threads Crochet Club, every first and third Wednesdays from October through December at the Wilfred Smith Resource Center located at 135 Ave. Y NE in Winter Haven. Starter threads will be provided at the Oct. 7 meeting. Participants…
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Published September 21Town of Lake Hamilton Hosting Halloween Trunk or Treat October 30
Town of Lake Hamilton – HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT! Get ready for a spooktacular evening of candy, costumes, activities, food, and family fun! 🍬🍭 October 30, 20266:00 PM – 8:00 PM100 Smith Ave., Lake Hamilton, FL Trunk or TreatHay RideCostume Contest — Ages 15 & UnderHalloween…
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Published September 21Webber International University Hosting Trunk or Treat October 30
Lake Wales, Babson Park & surrounding communities, you’re invited! Join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat at Webber International University on Friday, October 30th! Bring the kids, wear your costumes, and enjoy an evening of candy, decorated trunks, and community fun! We would…
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Published September 21News Update for 09/21/26
A Sebring man is facing multiple felony drug charges after a traffic stop in Winter Haven. Police say they stopped a car after it repeatedly drifted out of its lane, then found more than 77 grams of cannabis, a digital scale and pills that tested positive for MDMA.…
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Published September 20Local Surprise And Sadness As Lake Alfred Hardee’s Permanently Closes
The closing of the Lake Alfred Hardee’s caught some longtime customers by surprise this week, with several residents saying they will especially miss the restaurant’s breakfast and biscuits. A notice posted on the restaurant door says the Lake Alfred location permanently closed…