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Uncertainity remains regarding cemetery
Dundee officials seeking help for fireworks display
Lake Wales seniors mess up, clean up school
Honoring those who died for our country
Laytham on mission to register eligible voters
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City of Lake Alfred may buy Grey Trucking property
Gun manufacturer gets OK in Dundee
Wastewater treatment plant opens with no smell
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Lake Alfred holds Memorial Day weekend celebration
Lake Wales schools seeking partnership with city
Haines City officials pleased with Ironman 70.3 event
Putnam talks agriculture at Tiger Bay Club
Haines City teacher drops out of race
Charter conversion presented to committee
Fictitious hurricane heads for Bay area
Lake Alfred official learn fire dept. staff must increase
Training focuses on disaster threat
Nearly 500 volunteers provide race support
Property taxes due by May 31
Lake Alfred mayor seeks District 3 commission seat
Administrators ready to update regulations
Weekend event a success for Haines City
Boy, 12, critical after crash at Speedway
80 percent of 4th-graders pass FCAT writing portion
Process could revitalize phosphate industry
Ironman event will return to Haines City for at least 5 years
Two Teens Arrested in Shooting Hoax
Polk's Medical Clinics treating more patients
911 call about fight near Winter Haven High a hoax
Couple going to Keys, thanks to Dream Foundation
Workers spend Friday getting Lake Eva Park ready
4th Street opens to 2-way traffic in Lake Wales
Polk jobless rate down amid mixed job growth
Vendors expect big business from athletes, spectators
Ironman features lots of entertainment
Corn Toss Saturday At Crystal Lake
Army Spc. Charlie Lemon lost both legs in Iraq
Frostproof Care Center email hacked
Children's trail opens at Kiwanis Park in Lake Wales
Haines City facing revenue shortfall
Lake Wales moves agenda deadline
Davenport asks county to revoke sand-mining permit
Polk County considers purchasing tract of land
Douglas Fraser Towers residents get portable AC units
Officials to mark 40 years with 3 birthday bashes
Haines City getting ready for Ironman
Lake Wales to have two fireworks displays
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Council votes to fire public works director
Council OKs using Republic Services for trash pickup
Volunteers build Eunice Moore Memorial Garden behind library
Talent show auditions now
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Man sought in armed assault
Fireworks likely to be discussed again
Expect traffic delays during Ironman 70.3 this weekend
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No deals yet on Poinciana education
Haines City may see $5 million economic impact from Ironman
Spook Hill Elementary school-wide art show
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Public Works chief to learn fate of job Tuesday
Two Polk County mothers share their stories
Haines City preps for Ironman event
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Fluoridation to continue in Auburndale's water
Two houses demolished for code violations
Frostproof honors three lawmen at memorial
USF Lakeland administrator resigns
Florida OKs changes in school grading
Officials work on improving bus service in Poinciana
Lake Wales has to defer projects again
31 officers who died in line of duty were honored
Hispanics increasing their economic impact
'Mind, Body and Wealth' event to be at Polk State
Lakeland-Winter Haven area in top 10
Chichetto is finalist for Haines City position
City can't reverse fireworks decision
Community invited to Taylor memorial
Concert band gets 'excellent' ratings
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Aaron Tippin coming for July 4th
Tracy Garcia chosen as the city's new mayor
Lawyers asked court to hear oral agruments
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Bartow group to get Brown House land
Bitter family dispute ends in settlement
Lake Wales honors 'Citizen Miller' Lake Wales honors 'Citizen Miller'
Auburndale High gets $26 million renovation
As he works toward citizenship, PSC student president fights for others
Carillon Classic to aid kids shelter
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Wilkinson selected as mayor, nominated by West
Neighborhood asks for better communication
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Care Center seeks 'good Samaritans'
Eloise residents celebrate clinic's success
21-month-old laid to rest
Teacher, alumnus inducted
Library services could expand
Graduation time for Polk's colleges, universities
Board: Keep Polk's school impact fees
Rail terminal to bring job opportunities
Frostproof residents could get deduction for using less water
Accountability, access root of Depot concerns
Lutton sworn in as new Lake Wales commissioner
Polk County Public Schools honors volunteers
Simpson named charter schools top teacher of year
Parched Polk County to get drier in May
Family, friends say goodbye
Lawyer: No legitimate reason to be recalled
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Lake Wales Relay moved to high school
Howard trying to rally neighbors
2 wounded at Winter Haven home
Workshop to be held on May 11
Time capsule all that remains from Orange Dome
Students don patriotic colors to help vets' Honor Flight
Golfer survives being dragged and bitten
Proposed ordinance aims at unattended dogs tied or chained outdoors
Genshaft: No layoffs at USF Lakeland campus
Lake Alfred Showcase turns a corner
Sister, brother lead talent at concert
Poinciana pursues middle school
Lake Alfred official called man of strength
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Private group offers to finance Poinciana park
Auburndale mayor: Reserves low, but within comfort
AHS Symphonic Band hopes to keep up strong marks
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Webber graduates want to promote local recreation
Lawsuit claims no prevention done
Road closed this weekend for repaving
Two administrators at USF Lakeland resign
Lake Alfred event opens in new location on Saturday
Lake Wales gets a clean audit
Davenport considers building own treatment plant
Former school official gets prison time
Dog owners must scoop the poop
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Local bar dispute became deadly
Arrest made in rapper's shooting death
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Lawyer asks for fees, costs if suit dismissed
City of Lake Wales amends leash law for dog park
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Three boys charged in school break-in
Hill Nissan supports children, education and animals
Teen shares stories of not giving up
Hospital teams up with Ironman competition
Hospital, college team up to develop robotics
Bike-riding grandma savors her ride
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H. Paul Senft to lead Haines City EDC, again
City working to meet recreation needs
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Poinciana plans Relay fundraiser
Finances get clean bill of health
Coach resigns; Lake Wales loses role model
Deadline for property tax program nears
Committee to host event for youth, parents
Life expectancy in Polk rises slowly
Nonprofit to host a veterans fair
Professor: College drinking a concern
Relay camping overnight at park
Charter schools to look at own alternative
Former Cypress Gardens skiers to perform again
Condiment maker opens Lake Alfred facility
Liquor store converted for worship
Polk woman to co-chair Obama campaign
Harborside contractor challenges commission
Lake Alfred commission agrees on signs
LWPD releases video of students' altercation
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Police seeking suspect in home invasion
City commissioners compromise for street market
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Fugitive arrested in home state of N.C.
Little Shop of Horrors' opens Thursday
Wilson Park project previewed
Welzel takes aim at Woods' House seat in District 41
Dundee library's policy manual was overdue
Revival focuses on second chances
County to weigh fate of impact fee moratorium
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Lake Alfred merchants want road closure for Showplace
Study recommends recreation coordinator
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Woman charged with making false report
Allison Beeman resigns as director
The RMS Titanic - Old papers keep memory of ship afloat
Alexander, Poly supporters lobby Scott
Lawyer nominated for court vacancy
Smoke smell in Polk from swamp fire
Officials open Sunrise Park
Govenor still undecided on tuition increases
State funding to be sought for road
Winter Haven baseball coach retires
Lake Wales residents: Help with impact fees, transportation
Cigarette sparks KFC fire
Ironman event Saturday at Lake Eva Park
Doo doo law for pets passes first town test
Lake Wales High Sschool officially an IB school
Free concert to honor veterans
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Cotton defeats incumbent Burgess by 86 votes
Sock safari: Students to walk on giant African map
Housing Authority set to open new complex
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Railroad depot is gone, but post office and memories remain
Museum seeks funds for sustainability
Internet deficiencies persist in Polk
Races for Polk board draw few candidates
Auditors find no financial reporting issues in Lake Alfred
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No absentee or early voting in runoff
Four Polk students to attend national competition
Volunteers welcomed all for public baptism
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Last showcase until new location found
Easter Bash not getting venue
Jain Irrigation opens a facility in the industrial park
Fees uncertain for new recreation center
Eagle Lake praised by CFDC for marketing
Fire damages Lake Alfred home
Frostproof audit: Doing good, but raise rates
Officials decide not to investigate Haines City election
Organization files paperwork to become a nonprofit
Summer heat is here, rain isn't
Hillsborough and Polk plan to build veteran park
Lake Wales boys' baskeball team won FHSAA 5A championship
Planning panel recommends rezoning
Charter schools association sues Polk School District
Officials to discuss financing, rec plans
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Lutton ousts incumbent Rogers
Town goes from council to commission
Quarles' win makes history
Incumbent Waters wins second term
Webster-Biehl wins re-election by 26 votes
Pennant town's first black mayor in history
Burgess, Cotton head to runoff in Haines City
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Haines City event set for April 13 and 14
Bell to have town hall meeting in Lake Wales on April 10
Lake Alfred officials approve off-premise signs
Woman charged with grand theft of Chihuahua
FDOT deadline forces higher prices
Woman dies after crash with semi-trailer at Warner University
Woman dies in crash on U.S. 27
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Daily maintenance, oversight issues at gym
Art room to be named for Connie Christoph
Cafe, citrus mesh at Lang's in Lake Alfred
Poinciana eager for turnaround after struggles
Polk County to benefit from state funds
Winter Haven residents protest handling of shooting case
Voters across Polk to head to polls Tuesday
Head librarian Kovac resigns
Residents can replace large containers
Errors cited in state audit corrected
Two familiar faces running for mayorial office
Voters will decided on name change Tuesday
Lake Wailes Trail needs more work
Newcomer Quarles up against former mayor Hall
Three candidates with baggage run for Seat 3
New Legoland exhibit promotes state's agriculture industry
Marchers to seek action in Martin case
Partial credit OK'd for water customers
Ecogen building biomass power plant in Polk County
Poinciana community job fair draws crowd
Baby's pinky finger partially cut off
Highlanders to get victory parade
Polk to negotiate Poinciana Parkway Pact
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Burgess' dealings did not break law, but were unethical
Body found in Lake Alfred backyard
Body found in backyard
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Courtney trying to defeat incumbent Waters
Officials to vote on Mt. Lake Cutoff work
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Off-field antics causing problems for softball
Milton challenging Biehl for Council seat
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Recommendation on signs offered
Three candidates vie for Haines City commission
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Residents could reset term lengths
Homeless policy tabled again
Lutton faces Rogers again for City Commission Seat 5
Rollover wreck closes U.S. 27 N. for 1 1/2 hours
Lake Wales officials reset voting district boundaries
Candidates oppose Toney-Deal's return
T-28 group picks Bartow to train for Sun 'n Fun event
Winter Haven divided between 2 Senate districts
Artist renderings of restaurants released
Students picked for national blog
Education partnership celebrates successes
Final map gives Polk chance to control two Senate seats
Duck, cat live in relative harmony
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Merchants still divided on issue
Boone soccer team wins on field, in classroom
Dresses, tuxedoes donated for Auburndale prom
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Big vehicles create parking problems
Fugitive ran from police, still at large
Staff advised to avoid Cunningham's company
New Senate redistricting plan unveiled
Lake Alfred to consider street fair, sign ordinance
Historic cannon to be restored
St. Mark's Episcopal Church plans expansion
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Davenport School of the Arts to receive $100,000
Art festival draws vendors downtown
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City needs thousands more gallons in future
Request to manufacture grove equipment and guns raise concerns
Parrish partner quit over gift-giving
Counties: Medicare bill a backdoor tax
Students promote anti-smoking campaign
Davenport residents with 3/4 inch meters get part refund
Killebrew Inc. hired for water reuse project
Florence Villa invited to 'Green It Up'
Oakland community commitment questioned
Local talent draws CFL to Haines City
Groups consider suits vs. state
Senate preparing new redistricting map
New 'safety net' model to be tested in Lakeland
Sparse attendance at 'listening session'
Kirkland gym dealing with cooling issues
Winter Haven Toastmasters Club 2104 Meeting
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Police seek men involved in beating, shooting
Davenport students take care of gardens
Revitalizing Haines City
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Auburndale employees move to a self-directed pension plan
Lights planned to make intersection safer
Expedition aims to promote conservation
Fishermen want the weed cleaned up; duck hunters do not
Main Street Winter Haven is searching for an executive director and a new path forward
Lake Wales staff seeking direction on finances
Couple take their business to Lake Alfred
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Multi-million dollar makeover for Bok Tower Gardens
Prize party planned for Mall Walkers
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Woman gets blessing in new home for herself, son
Bill curbing FHSAA clout heads to Gov. Scott
County will see revenue decline again
Tracks reopened after fiery wreck
Local governments to pay Medicaid bills
Event to celebrate World War II veterans
WHEDC Executive Director Petr vows goodwill
Airboat noise issue put on hold
Expansion will focus on women, elderly
Fuel truck, train collide; 1 dead
Agency to work with Polk on water projects
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Officials OK new water rates; plan to to study rebate requests
Leavengood's first day filled with list, things to do
Officials view boundary changes
One killed in U.S. 27 crash
Lake Wales' pension fund not deficient yet
City to pay $14,900 for wastewater permit
Grievance policy updated
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Anita Bryant appears at citrus gala
Florida moves past No Child Left Behind
Lawmakers endorse Medicaid cuts
Polk high and dry throughout February
City to stop negotiations on church purchase
LCMA 1st In Polk Mathcounts Competition
Highwayman folk artists' share paintings and stories
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District turns over transportation funds
Toney-Deal: Dismiss demand for repayment
Burglary, grand theft cases will continue on Tuesday for teens
Regulations will adjust for zoning district
Young found guilty of Sunshine violation
Haines City set to close some downtown streets
First gateway may be crossroads
Stafford's home survives deadly storms
Alexander bids Senate, colleagues farewell
Flood insurance meeting tonight
Polk, Lakeland plead their case
Pulitzer Prize winner encourages students
Seat 5, term lengths on Lake Wales ballot
Parents protest arrest of 3 teen boys for theft
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Policy to help homeless students tabled
Bachman on nationwide tour for anti-bullying
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Frostproof: Two seats up for vote in April
Fire station lease agreement extended
Stolen gun found in Lake Wales
Long-time VOICE volunteer retiring
Court of Appeals asked for decision
Community input sought on transit issues
Lawyer works to revamp schools
Mormons say Romney's faith shouldn't be a factor
Legislation could benefit schools
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City approves code for ranges
Haines City serves up BBQ competition at Lake Eva Park
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City manager supports Foy's firing
Gibson: 'Good judgement' to be policy
Quinn: Firing has procedures
Local woman named co-chair for Obama in Fla.
Senate OKs $71 billion budget
Postal processing center closing
WHHS teacher Linda Robinson wins top award
Sun Devils' sound causes stir
Organizations looking closer into affiliation with hospital
USF funding showdown in Senate
Sen. Alexander provides more details
Texting ban bill could die in House
Elementary schools could get extra hour
NASCAR car visits school to promote program
Mardi Gras bring few problems for police
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Toney-Deal given 60 days to comply
Public input sought on downtown development
Tempers rise when street closing vote tabled
Contact policies to be discussed
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Growth threatens vistas and small-town atmosphere
Lake Wales officials eye blight
Adult education enrollment harder
Buildings getting energy upgrades
Toastmaster gives NAACP seminar today
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Lake Wales' Mayor warns of struggles in 2012-2013 fiscal year
Lake Wales businesses give nod to tradition
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Canine-themed event set for March 31
Despite change, quorum not met
School Board official won't seek re-election
Polk participating in prescription drug program
County manager: Recovery is on its way
Citizen, police committee amended
Panel OKs $92,000 for water tank liner
Former city manager has code violation
Panel backs off $25 mil. cut to USF
Officers watching for safety at parade
State Attorney to investigate complaint
Man catches two runaway horses
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Officials and Leavengood come to agreement
Heroes Corner dedicated at Haines City High School
13-year-old missing
Appraiser seeks fourth term
Book club excites students
Owners of vacant lots charged fees
Polk's schools ahead of federal mandates
Frostproof seeks grants for sidewalks
Indoor gun range discussion to continue
The final days of the Orange Dome
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Redding facing attemped murder charges
Christine's Furniture returns to Haines City
Woman's help leads to ramp for disabled fisherman
Charter officials wary of convicted students
State statute found allowing off-premise signs
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Principals and teachers team to write grants
Mayor Riner-Mizell won't run, two council members seek position
Cold weather prompts fire warning
Drum Corps seeks noise waiver
Three candidates expect to run unopposed
Ethics Commission clears official of wrongdoing
Mayor requests info on disciplining members
Osceola officials endorse making Poinciana Parkway a public road
Florida given waiver in 'No Child'
Event seeks to reduce waste
Town increased assets, but overspent
Water line break closes school for day
Ridge Career Center's Lindsay Cheek Wins State Speech Contest
Water break closes Grace Lutheran School
Polk County to educate voters at a cost
Officials in Tallahassee for Polk County Day
USF Poly issue in budget bill
Heroic actions earn deputy top state honor
Man, 19, arrested in grandmother's slaying
Robbery suspect sought
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Officials, candidate negotiating contract
Music educator, pianist and composer dies
Officials file suit against Toney-Deal
Bartow agency seeks U.S. 17 improvements
Metamorphoses a specialty for gallery leader
Gingrich supporter will still fight for party
Ammons brings message of hope
Barbecue competitors join in Smoke on the Water
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.357 Magnum stolen from Cadillac in Lake Wales
McNulty promoted to 2nd in command at HCPD
Foundation severs ties to Planned Parenthood clinics nationally
Former city manager candidate moves on
Haines City officials give center back to School Board
Lawsuit filed in Havendale fire
Saut bullish on emerging markets, 'intangibles'
Consultant: Restructure Development Council
Demolition of Orange Dome will start next week
Senator booted off budget panel over privatization
Ordinance must be revised for golf cart owners
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Eagle Ridge Mall Walkers start for 2012
Self-taught artist teaching others
Man arrested on charges of assualting teen
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Community coming together for Carroll family
First choice out as city manager, Leavengood in
Circle B attracting environmental educators
Agreement could let community theater stay
Professor talks on politics, election
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Sugarman takes the title Grand Champion Steer 2012
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Local residents arrested in sell of substance
Chamber gives business awards
Volunteers appreciate repainted cars
Environmental cleanup under way in Davenport
Ordinances to change term limits fail
USF Poly eliminates 5 positions to save money
Lake Wales resident takes complaint to state
Smoother crossing at CSX railroad tracks near U.S. 17/92
Hospital will unveil list of donors
Career academies must work on proving worth
Auburndale development plan ambitious
McCain to campaign for Romney in Lakeland
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Davenport approves revised water rates
Town clerk employees to get new uniforms
Man killed in 2-vehicle crash in Lake Wales
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Lake Wales hearse raided of gas overnight
Deputy stops wrong-way driver
Contract approved to fix fire station roof
Lake Alfred's sign ordinance under review by staff
Motorcyclist involved in crash dies
Winter Haven man dies in crash
Siblings kick their way into NFL competition
Landings construction could start soon
Growth will stretch charter school policy
Scout camp gets new sign, improvements
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Lake Alfred Commissioners pick Evans for city manager
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Traffic lanes shifting on S.R. 60 and U.S. 98
Officials approve sewer replacement plan
Lake Wales OKs 1st vote for indoor shooting
21 red-light cases being questioned
Berryman challenges O'Reilly for District I seat
Sheriff's Office holding tryouts Saturday
Legoland officials excited by Obama's pledge
Haines City officials dedicate projects
Wounded Auburndale police officer recovering
USF Poly officials' eyes on technology
Champ Tunno is Citizen of the Year
Senate map leaves fewer Polk voters in 12th district
Babson Park fire downgrade, Hilochee fire investigated
Plans are to protect a total of 150,000 acres
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Dundee house fire still under investigation
Breaking ground for new complex
Charter schools open to homeless students
Crews douse and contain brush fire
Brush fire quickly contained
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Frostproof City Council nixes audit committee
Lake Wales officials discuss business friendly permitting
Beautifican of street taking longer
Blaze destroys Dundee home
Fire destroys family's home
Interior Chief Ken Salazar to visit Haines City
Feral cat colony at park nearly gone
USF leaders commit to plan for split
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Lawyer to begin preparing recall appeal
Commission: Runoff fees to go up
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Train car vandalized, scavenged at Museum
Capt. James Foy fired from police force
Lake Wales police captain fired
Lori Edwards files to run for a fourth term
Reading deficiencies cause of 'D' grades
Demilly and six other state prisons to close
Davenport to consider adjusting water rates again
Members put three referendas on ballot
Trial begins in case of missing man
Local Nissan dealerships in lawsuit
Three septic tank firms receive permits
City to look at electronic message boards
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Davenport may be able to lower garbage fees
Building official punched, code board member arrested
Robbery thwarted by business owner
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Unoccupied house burns
Woman chased out of house, bites owner
Man charged in Tampa bomb plot
Have you seen this woman?
ChemClub measures acidity for international project
Instructor finds rewarding work with AJROTC
USF Poly helping students stay in shape
Beach: Review sign ordinance
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Police seek help finding citrus theft suspect
Youths charged with having explosive devices
Museum reopens today
Stacey Booth awarded Officer of the Year
Commission and TDC can't agree on expenditures
Officials vote to sue for overpayment
Third cold-weather shelter opens
Changes in county growth plan proposed
Central Florida freeze impact minimal
Hill: Police officer did not dislose his record
Four high schools get first-ever B grades
Pair of local business destroyed
Third cold-weather shelter opens
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Pedestrian struck, killed on U.S. 92
Officials down to three candidates
Shelters open in Polk against the cold
Polk County temperatures projected between 23 and 25 degrees
Shelters open as cold grips Polk
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Officials have several items on agenda
Deputies brighten holiday for burglary victim
Mother gives birth to two on New Year's
Slow improvement predicted for Polk
Vacation group uses improv
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Class learns to be environmentally responsible
Museum reports record crowd
Five great moments in Winter Haven's history
Top 10 news stories in '11 that shaped, saddened & stirred us
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ID theft still a crime of opportunity
Police say 'Travelers' in Polk a group of con artists
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Science and writing produce something tasty
Indentity theft on rise in Florida
Tax-free purchase policy approved
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City asks for enterprise zone
North end fire substation under review
Toys bring back memories at Depot Museum
N.Y. Times agrees to sell News Chief, The Ledger
Charter students get to eat on credit
Parking garage on schedule
Funeral speakers recall Crispin's dedication
Without Walls Central's future in doubt
Funeral services for Crispin today at Victory Church
Business incentive program official
Cameras to be installed at gym
Vanguard adopts family for holidays
Teen birth rate down in Polk this year
Tough topic of term limits resurfacing
Boy scout to create dog park in Lake Wales
Office space needed for driver licenses
Venezuelan firm plans Youth Sports Camp
Lake Wales postpones higher utility rates talk
Supporter: Pass bill for Crispin
Redevelopment projects could be coming in Polk
Office helps former employee's family
For many patients, incontinence can be treatable
Fort Meade designates brownfield
East Polk resident shares holiday display
Fort Meade to start new utility deposits
Panel to Genshaft: Keep us informed
Crispin's family offers forgiveness for murder
Fire takes house before Christmas
Santa delivers gifts, clothes from fire truck
Family, friends mourn death of officer Crispin
Arnulfo Crispin was curious about police work as a teen
Cocoa-Cola plans $99 million expansion
Science plus writing equals hot chocolate
Toney-Deal lawyer: Don't defame my client
Police-at-mall deal collapses
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Holiday closings around Polk County
City Council approves LED signs
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Contractor makes historical find at library
Residents of two mobile home parks moving on
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Officer stops suspected copper theft in progress
Winter Haven Police & Santa deliver gifts around town
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Panel doesn't meet, still offers help to tipster
Police captain's past may be costly
Early history of Lucerne Park
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Mobile home tenants told to vacate by Monday
Man dies in hit-and-run accident
Police seek robbery suspect
Superintendent asks board to fire coach
Winter Haven's Jim Stafford plays at restored theater
Dockery says she'd back ban on texting
Locks usable this weekend
Polk teachers to get raises in new year
Commissioners: Try to reclaim Toney-Deal funds
CSX files site plan for approval
Veterinarian Mary McDaniel at prestigious show
One dead in Lake Wales crash
Matt Thompson one of 3 men held this week in cases involving teens
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Two districts part of new charter school law
Discussion of policy changes put off
Pair found dead in coal sought freedom of rails
Community supports library
Overpayment must be discussed in open meeting
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Christmas carnival display built by hand by his father
Unity In Community donates to sewer project
Charter School trustees vote to expand Bok Academy
Harrison Art Center hosting national event
Planners address parkway questions
Winter Haven Hospital to consider proposals
PCSO, community team up for children
1930: Publix Supermarkets founded in Winter Haven
Promoters chose to film an infomercial in Lake Wales
'Poly 5' student given communication advice
Polk State College ranked for fast growth
Hospitals could take financial hit
Former Lakeland soldier killed
Lake Wales now has tax-free bid option
Historic Kirkland building damaged shortly after fixes
Lane on First Street South closed
Lake Alfred may review new sign ordinance
Man charged with picking up teen
Lake Wales to discuss city pensions
Park is expected to be complete by February or March
Art Cottage gets extra help
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Bartow to cut rates for electric customers
Volunteers at heart of Dundee library
Venue at issue in hospital lawsuit
Battle brews over public records exemptions
Lake Wales city manager Judy Delmar retires
Lake Wales to discuss code concerns
Lakeland pounds Gaither, 42-14
Dundee Council drafts wish list
Deputies help catch Arkansas escapees
Haines City approves stormwater rates
November brought dry season to Polk
FCAT scoring may get stricter
Frostproof: City supports pipe bursting for asbestos concrete
City's insurer pays legal bill of more than $50k
Humanitarian sharing soap with students
Carols in the Park kicks off the holiday season this weekend
Ex-car dealer Holley files for bankruptcy
Funding delaying parkway project
Christmas Boat Parade set for Saturday
Work beginning on State Road 60
Red light camera tickets fall to challenge
Scott: USF Poly independence 'on the table'
Two arrested in purse-snatching case
Man poses as officer, takes necklace
Mayor and church at odds regarding items to be purchased
Lake Wales police seek purse snatcher
Six area churches benefit from generosity
6 a.m. classes open in response to demand
Members of USF Poly committee selected
Legoland prepares for holiday season
Legislators want Commissioner of Education to be elected position
Community looks to county for assistance
Boys & Girls clubs official helps children
Local charity sends unique packages to U.S. soldiers
Lake Wales H.S. students embrace changes at school
Frostproof sets rules for electronic signs
Lake Wales seeks easements for sewers
Lake Alfred Historical Society looks for ways to pay bills
City goes with county debris removal
Police arrest second man in attack
Group: Use impact fees to build Poinciana Parkway
Church brings holiday meals to shut-ins
Contract for water consultant approved
Sunoco offers free gas reward cards
Holiday Inn receives Quality Excellence Award
Polk City closes books with excess money
Investigation into overtime continues
Sellers chosen as new chair
Polk County holiday closings
Families are urged to thank service members
Term limits, salary caps being considered
Ritz Theatre gets OK for improvements
Closings in observance of Thanksgiving
Family has served this country for generations
Supporters of recall file appeal
Lake Wales to revisit Spook Hill monument
Trap-Neuter-Release programs debated
Feral Fanciers told to stop feeding cats
Gloves off in fight over USF Poly split
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Snapshot of 1966: Building boom in the city
Organization relies heavily on community support
Rhone scores 3TDs, W.H. tops Seabreeze, 37-15
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New stormwater rate structure might be in works
Man awaits extradition to Polk in ex's death
Advisory committee wants revised rules
Missing man found dead
Vehicles are given to those in need
Trade Zone expanding into Polk
Starbucks and Chick-fil-A in Landings plans
Lake Wales' Kirkland Gym to reopen today
West, Wilkinson wait for laywer fee reimbursement
Outside counsel to review payout
Garden Grove students take part in record attempt
Deputies fear missing man in danger
Sister finds brother on her way home
Police seek help identifying suspects
Hit-and-run truck found
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Rezoning vote for Landings tabled
Christmas For Kids sale Saturday
Men charged with theft of insurance premiums
Open house, book sale benefits Lotus Project
Vote to expand into Polk on Thursday
Girls Inc. holding annual 'Angels Among Us' event
Students take part in young writers projects
Same bank robber may have struck again
Judge to hear arguments in Haines City recall case
Judge to hear arguments in Haines City recall case
Voters Replace Potter But Keep Two Other Incumbents
PSC now has soaring eagle logo, in black, white and red
Team of service veterans gives back with baseball
Johnnie Patterson earned the respect of fellow officers
Beloved Frostproof agriculture teacher retiring
Auburndale festivities at full stride today, Saturday
Legoland to open Oct. 15
Auburndale Relay for Life raises $26,760
Space shuttle Discovery ends 27 years of service
Shamrock Walk and Run and Jog with Your Dog
With electricity still off, residents helped by church
Lake Alfred restaurant succeeds in hard times
Frostproof student brings home the bacon at state fair
African-Americans blazed a trail in Winter Haven
Judd names suspect in Davenport shooting
Center shows where there's a will ... There's a WAY
Lake Alfred chamber toasts two businesses, volunteer
WHHS junior gets key post in Key Club Florida division
Retired deputy chief still has fire for teaching, painting
Messiah Association helps pay tribute to Bob Branson
Volunteers at local church give to those in need
County commission seeks alcohol tax to fight addiction
Kalogridis, Hester are guest speakers at PSC graduation
The worst is over, experts say at East Polk Economic Summit
Community salutes giving legacy of Marlene Duffy Young
Former Winter Haven band director receives honor
Lake Howard Heights honors Polk County veterans
Iraq parliament elects Talabani president
Tower tumbles wrong way during Ohio demolition
Passengers disembark powerless cruise ship in CA
Former Blockbuster store becoming Mattress Firm location
Davenport middle school students relish trip to NYC
Deficit panel leaders' plan curbs Social Security
WHHS drama students present 'M*A*S*H'
Vikings overcome slow start, get victory in home opener
Teen stabbing suspect had prior campus knife charge
No charges for destroying CIA interrogation videos
Nearly 4,500 stranded on cruise ship off Mexico
Radical Yemeni cleric calls for killing Americans
County bands get marching orders
'Unstoppable' Marlene Duffy Young left a lasting legacy
Operation Christmas Child outreach will go worldwide
Student stabbed at WHHS; another teen under arrest
High school chorus heads to 'Big Apple' for educational trip
Principal knows her swamp cabbage principles
Hundreds attend Haines City festival
Lake Otis now a public lake thanks to addition of ramp
Man brandishing knife robs Lowe's in Lake Wales
Reasons for Lake Henry drainage get muddy
PSC 'ambassador' retires after 25 years
W.H. Hospital officials thank community for support
Amendment 8's defeat locks in Polk's class sizes
County Commission bids farewell to Reed, Wilkinson
Obama takes responsibility for voter frustration
'Reading bear buddies' help students study
Lake Alfred OKs moves to better manage growth
Electrical problem on shuttle delays launch
Jubilant Republicans win House, fall short in Senate
Half of Polk's voters cast a ballot
Adams defeats Osborn
Wright ousts Lofton
Polk voters like the sound of Bell
Dantzler takes Reed's seat
Putnam easily wins ag commissioner
Incumbent Wood holds House seat
Ross wins close race in District 12 chase
NASA: Space shuttle Discovery 'go' for Wednesday launch
A cool change: Little River sounds to serenade Gala
Jahna family honored at Lake Wales Pioneer Days
Creative duo pens movie screenplay, seeks investor
Construction paves the way to Halloween celebration
Famed author, Maya Angelou, coming to Winter Haven
Drug sting nabs Dr. Perez; oxycodone charges filed
Officials hope gun bounty will trigger calls
Renowned author-poet Maya Angelou coming to Winter Haven
Winter Haven doctor arrested on oxycodone charges
Mistrial declaration in Davis murder case prompts fracas
GM, Chrysler announce investments for new cars
Judge declares mistrial in Leon Davis Jr. murder case; outbursts follow
Haines City city manager under ethics investigation
School Board honors McKinzie, renames school
Dantzler: Winter Haven native promises fresh perspective
Hornets, Devils to meet in championship
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USF Polytechnic adds Jack Myers as public affairs consultant
WHAT rides free today on Polk Try Transit Day
Winter Haven to annex two parcels
Judge rejects video identification request in Leon Davis murder trial
Class-size amendment demands exact math
Florida key in battle for U.S. House
Herbert joins Winter Haven-based investment firm
Re-elect John Wood to Florida Legislature
Foreclosures push home prices down in many cities
County law enforcement going after synthetic marijuana
Winter Haven nixes role in canal's maintenance
PSC trustees OK nearly $1M in salary increases
Buono! Dodge of Winter Haven wins rights to sell Fiats
Witness recalls for jury victim's screams after fiery attack in Lake Wales
Saddam aide Tariq Aziz sentenced to hang
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Chicken swapping hatches in Polk County
Wednesday is Try Transit Day across county
Polk County's home sales fall in September
High school bands will converge for Nov. 6 festival
Florida Citrus Hall of Fame seeks distingushed nominees
Florida gets $800M more for high-speed rail, senator says
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Wild game festival cooking up good ole' competition
Communities differ on day to celebrate trick-or-treats
Winter Haven man shot by deputies
Child nearly drowns in Winter Haven pond
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Couple dead in apparent murder-suicide
Bartow Youth Villa gets creative to fund its refuge
New Davenport School of the Arts campus to put school center stage
Wilkinson says less is more in government
Ross stresses connection to small business
Edwards says middle class has been forgotten
Child nearly drowns in Winter Haven's Lake Ida
Apparent murder-suicide involves elderly couple
Deputies fatally shoot man who pointed gun at them
Blue Devils win defensive thriller, top L.W. for district
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Winners of art show announced
Haines City sets code enforcement fines at meeting
PSC Corporate College, tech group launch 'green' partnership
Local home fired on for fourth time
East Polk Committee of 100 hands out business awards
Hall of fame needs cream of the crop
Breakfast for Bernadette
Florida Traditions begins new construction
Two critically injured in separate traffic crashes
35th year to celebrate heritage in some new ways
Davenport man charged in fatal hit-and-run
Legoland officials lay out initial plans for the park
More Floridians lose jobs in September; Polk jobless rate falls slightly
Haines City home fired on for fourth time in 8 months, police say
EAST POLK CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF HALLOWEEN
Haines City sets code-enforcement fines
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County will take another look at impact fees
Winter Haven Hospital hosts hall-of-fame catcher Bench
Davenport man charged in fatal hit-and-run
Fate of former Bartow cigar factory remains up in the air
Chrysler picking U.S. Fiat dealers; is Polk in mix?
Legoland Florida reveals park layout, ticket prices
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Health foundation establishes nursing scholarship
Florida ag candidates seek rural, urban votes
County sells $80 million in revenue bonds
Nelson to speak Oct. 29 at USF Poly conference
U.S. Sen. Nelson to speak in Polk on health care, elderly
Winter Haven Hospital to host hall-of-fame catcher Johnny Bench
Pedestrian dead in possible hit-and-run crash in Haines City
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Art show coming to Lake Wales
Lake Wales to hold fundraiser
Lake Wales votes to remove 2 seats from CRA board
International boat racing coming to Lake Alfred
Canoe races Saturday benefit Our Children's programs
With annexation into Green Swamp, Auburndale asks: What's next?
23 apply for Winter Haven police public information officer
Land use dominates Lake Alfred agenda
JetBlue attendant in famous meltdown pleads guilty
'Happy Days' dad Tom Bosley dead at 83
WHPD swears in 2 officers; 3 others receive promotions
Military recruiters told to accept gay applicants
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Auburndale celebrates centennial in 2011
Summerlin Junior ROTC posts high team scores
Eight from Polk State College will be presenters at technology conference
CFCD industry cluster study selected for Bright Ideas award by Harvard
Two workers killed in Tennessee post office shooting
Four men are convicted in NY synagogue-bombing plot
Bank of America plans to resume some foreclosures
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Lake Wales police, school collecting prescriptions for disposal
Commissioner follows up on concerns with Inwood residents
She's making a 'Difference' in breast cancer fight
Marching band festival is Nov. 6
26 Polk students achieve FCAT perfection
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New landscaping at J.H. Wilson Elementary rates celebration
Talent for floral arranging grows into small business By BRENDA EGGERT BRADER
Seabees program inspires youth to pursue military service
Fallfest draws a crowd
Winter Haven man keeps spirit of Dr. Paul Bearer alive
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Polk firefighter charged with sexual battery
Haines City fireman charged with grand theft
Winter Haven man arrested in meth lab discovery
Teens sentenced for burglary, felony murder
Recycling dropoff area to be relocated
Helena construction to cause detours
House to vote on $250 bonus for Social Security recipients
Lake Wales police looking for purse snatcher
Evenflo Co. to recall some Maestro booster seats
Haines City firefighter charged with grand theft
Women celebrate new start and newfound independence
Winter Haven man arrested after discovery of meth lab
Polk County firefighter arrested in Lake County
Two new fiber arts classes to begin
Kick-a-Thon is Saturday in Davenport
Class-size debate centered on funding, flexibility
Judge: Suit over health overhaul can go to trial
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School district gets $150,000 grant to enhance safety
Dundee council OKs plan for new U.S. 27 retail center
School Board sends annual wish list to Legislature
Polk awarded $4.5 million in grants to aid homeless, needy
CVS to pay $75M fine for meth
Two charged in strong-arm robberies of elderly women
Dozens charged nationwide in $100M Medicare scam
Nearly half of miners now free in Chile rescue
Death of Polk County Jail inmate under investigation
Davenport looks at parks grant
Three charter schools approved
Class size to be measured Friday
Winter Haven gets charter school for at-risk kids
Sheriff's Office arrests 7 for using Web for recruiting members
Two men arrested in string of strong-armed robberies
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Lake Alfred to hold gardening workshops
Winter Haven votes to prevent 'pill mills'
Sheriff's Office charge suspects with gang recruiting
Elderly women targeted in purse robberies
Ridge Community's Lintner receives teaching award
One dead, 1 injured in head-on crash in Lake Hamilton
Ridge Community High teacher is state manufacturing educator of the year
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Knights busy looking for good spellers
Boo! Ghosts to lurk on the streets of Bartow
PSC to present festival of music, the arts
Paintball splashing into Polk
City of Bartow honors school district official for promoting diversity
New book preserves images of Lake Wales' past
NASA closer to getting extra space shuttle flight
Obama touts $50 billion transportation proposal
Maddox: We need to stop fraud, pursue greener energies
White Cane Walk steps up awareness of blind
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Boo! Ghosts to lurk on the streets of Bartow
News Chief products get minor tweaks this week
Chester, Hamilton make independent run at ag post
WHFD visitors learn about hot topics
Local Moose Lodge contributes much to those in need
Putnam: Let's move to the next level of renewable energy
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News Chief products undergo minor reorganization
Bartow teacher to be honored
Haines City Main Street earns 2010 National Trust accreditation
Haines City commissioners question possible property acquisition
2011-11 citrus season has sunny forecast
Community Bash set to raise spirits in depressed area
2 teen suspects in custody for W.H. store robbery
Golfer's hole-in-one earns 10,000 at fundraiser
Auburndale chamber looks back on its first 60 years
Ex-L.W. officer garners support in fight for job
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Polk County Commission renews more than $1M in contracts
Lake Wales commission votes to charge for fun
Haines City commissioners question property acquisition by city
USDA forecasts larger Florida citrus crop in 2010-11
Rare Titanic survivor letter to be auctioned
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News Chief goes for greater efficiencies in repackaging
At cost of $400K, county settles lawsuit with nonprofit
Lake Wales makes police, firefighter pensions compliant
Full delivery of new county trash bins expected by Nov. 1
Public hearing needed for high-speed rail stop
Winter Haven police seek 4 home invasion suspects
Krystal's W.H. plans not clear; impact fees an issue
Haines City Main Street earns accreditation
PCSO arrests 11 on various drug charges
5-year-old Lake Wales boy hit by vehicle; taken to hospital
Commission passes motion, 3 resolutions
Lake Hamilton makes MLK Jr. Day a paid holiday for town
Missing Lakeland teen was murdered
Report: Apple to make iPhones for CDMA networks
Remains confirmed as those of teen Marco Martinez
Lake Wales looks to state for funds to improve wastewater plant
25 NATO fuel tankers attacked in Pakistan
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Child hurt in Lake Wales traffic accident
Sheriff's Office arrests 11 in Winter Haven anti-drug operation
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Lake Wales takes aim at sewer woes
Lake Alfred commissioners OK work on 10 streets
Lake Alfred U.S. 17-92 project nears completion
Remains of missing Lakeland teen found; another teen suspected in murder
Pro, con square off on Amendment 4
Lawsuit at top of county agenda
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Lake Alfred weighs road projects tonight
7 injured in crash involving Winter Haven police car
Hobbyists share their love of pastimes in library showcase
Winter Haven police cruiser involved in two-car crash
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Two killed, 5 wounded in Gainesville shooting spree
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Celebrate SuperBull XIV with USF Polytechnic
Auburndale goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Lake Wales walk serves as a 'think pink' reminder
2 plead guilty in deadly burglary; 1 may be tried as adult
Ballot initiative aims to help Polk businesses
Landings project would reshape vast Winter Haven property
Election 2010: Canal Commssion, Seat 3, Mark Osborn
Election 2010: Canal Commission, Seat 3, Dan Adams
Martini March route leads to downtown
Winter Haven High will be 'Key' to festivities Oct. 26
Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce passes gavel to new leader at annual celebration
Friday high school football preview
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Public is invited to attend forums for upcoming elections
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Last day for Cathy' comic strip is Saturday
Putnam joins in support of bill extending shuttle missions
Senators pleased with tax relief for victims of toxic drywall
Barber will give retirement a try after 67 years with the scissors
Kohl's in Lake Wales among 21 new stores nationwide
Big city lights: Lake Hamilton gets traffic signal
Rain, higher lakes give hope to floating holiday boats
'Enough is enough'
Sheriffs Office shuts down 3 marijuana grow houses
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Last day for Cathy' comic strip is Saturday
Cigar factory's future may go up in smoke
Haines City Commission approves new budget
McDonald's denies report of dropping health care
IRS has new registration hoop for tax preparers
Winter Haven crime down 4.6 percent in 1st half of '10
Swiftmud OKs millage rates, budget
Putnam: EPA must listen on controversial water rules
AP sources: Emanuel leaving White House on Friday
Actor Tony Curtis dies at Las Vegas-area home
Gala pops cork on Chamber's Centennial
Last day for Cathy' comic strip is Saturday
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Endowed chair in nursing established at PSC
Davenport Commission passes property tax increase on final vote
Dundee follows through with goal of not raising taxes
Ethanol, EPA fuel anger among local boaters
Grandson: Jimmy Carter 'doing fine' at Ohio hospital
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FDOT plans open house on U.S. 27 project
LWMC Wound Healing Center names program director
Existing Polk home sales rise in August, still down from 2009
Existing home sales rise in Aug., still down from 2009
Auburndale approves employee pay raise, no tax increase
Winter Haven holds millage rate at 2009 level
PSC sees boost in students enrolling
Davenport passes budget on second reading; tax rate going up
Three charged with illegal transportation of fuel
WIU seeks oil spill papers for contest
Sheriff's investigators converge on Chevron station
Auburndale High rifle team sets aim high
Southwest Airlines to buy AirTran for $1.4B
Public safety, library are at heart of plan in Dundee
FCAT retake dates, registration scheduled
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Joy-Fuller Rehab Center has new medical director
Putnam's votes win recognition
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Lake Wales students earn AP Scholar Awards
Former Winter Haven mayor honored with Community Foundation Legacy Award
Binky Patrol provides homemade comfort to children in need
Reward fund to find killer reaches $10K
Step by step, church society raises money for needy
Winter Haven jumps to early lead, shuts out Auburndale
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Tony Award-winner to perform at Theatre Winter Haven
County's moratorium on impact fees in question
Sheriff's office seeks hit-and-run driver
Judd: Crime rate drops in Polk's 'primary area'
Friday night's football scores
Middle schools featured in art museum
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PSC 'Art in Public Places' on display
Microsurgery expert joins Winter Haven Hospital; urology institute planned
No detours ahead for Lake Wales Main Stree
Tony Award-winner Karen Olivo to perform at Theatre Winter Haven
Law enforcement graduates honor widow of slain officer
Teen burglary suspect dies after life support pulled
Teens each could face murder charge if burglary accomplice dies
Commissioner Beckett grills Polk transit staff on role
Debt, changing media habits topple Blockbuster
U.S. walks out on Ahmadinejad U.N. speech
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Lake Hamilton budget tight, tax rate unchanged
Canal Commission OKs $1.3M budget, tax rate increase
Leaders across Polk cite need for half-cent transportation tax
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Lake Wales Adult Day Health Care Center opening soon
Lake Alfred budget finalized; property tax remains same
Officials cite public transportation need for tax
Winter Haven, Lakeland mayors seek cooperation
Homeowner shoots teens trying to break into house
Veteran takes on incumbent for spot in House
John Wood running on his conservative beliefs
Class size woes hit charter schools
LWMC receives $500,000 high-tech imaging system
Sheriff's Office investigating shooting in Davenport
At 25, CFDC shares spotlight with prize catch Legoland
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No change as E.L. Commission approves millage rate for 2nd time
New Lake Alfred budget final; taxes kept in check
More arrests announced in 'Operation Eastside Clean Sweep'
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LWMC lab receives Gold Seal
Transit planning workshops on tap
Breast cancer walk to include 'Artful Bra' display
Governor makes Peace River Basin Board appointments
Busy Winter Haven roads heading in improved directions
County to resume wastewater treatment for Polk City
Pampering Event puts spotlight on breast cancer
More arrests announced in 'Operation Eastside Clean Sweep'
'Fire Pelosi' tour hits Polk
Move it! East Polk transit in spotlight
Baby-to-Be and Up to Three parenting event
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Democratic Club to hold meeting
Heart of Florida hospital opens third cardiac cath suite
Roosevelt Academy teaching the future of agribusiness
SUV ends up in pond, killing entrapped elderly woman
High school football final scores
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County residents get trash schedule
Unemployment rate edges up in Polk, Florida
Best of the best honored during LW Chamber annual event
Mayors to talk about county rift
Shingles going from roof to road
Jobless rate goes up in Polk, across state
Six arrested in UK in alleged terror threat to pope
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What's today? It's Constitution Day
Haines City red-light cameras get final 'go'
Youth political group will wave flag Saturday to push voting
Almost 60 targeted in sweep of street-level drug dealers
H.C. Chambers honors 3 businesses at awards luncheon
Major roundup targets street-level drug dealers
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County Commision OKs $33,000 raise for interim manager
Haines City commissioner's bid for employee pay bump nixed
School officials happy voters -- not judge -- will decide Amendment 8
Haines City red-light cameras get final 'go' from commission
County tries to stave off 'pill mill' problem
Polk commission hopefuls face off at Webber forum
Schrader: Trip Not a Probation Violation
It's no smoke screen; W.H. Hospital toughens tobacco prohibition
Dundee no longer in financial crisis
Winter Haven Hospital going to tobacco-free policy for all employees
Elderly Auburndale man who went missing found unharmed
Fitness doesn't stop despite fire at local Gold's Gym
Budget deficit outlook falls to $2.5B
W.H. natural resources official outlines water conservation plan
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Haines City to reward businesses
Commissioners agree to small property tax rate hike in Davenport
Eagle Lake Commission set to revise comprehensive plan
Volunteers needed to tutor students
Weikert Ford sponsors test-drive fundraiser
Rain drenches areas in East Polk
Lake Wales Little Theatre announces cast for 'Tom 'n Huck'
Lake Wales makes tough cuts to hold tax rate
Sheffield won't contest Canal Commission vote recount
Way to Grow
Mann named director of PSC's public safety program
Way to Grow
Fire breaks out in men's sauna at Gold's Gym
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Auburndale meeting focuses on 2011-12 proposed budgets
Land use change OK’d for Chain complex
Roosevelt High seeks retro look
UF's Rainey released after arrest on stalking charge
PSC Greenhouse to be fertile place for learning
Library hosts publishing workshop
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TECO to capture CO2 at Polk station
Bok hosts free open house for teachers
PSC, USF Poly observe Multicultural Week
Modern-day frontiersmen live, celebrate U.S. history
9/11 remembrance put 'unity' in community
Bucket truck purchase to help keep Lake Wales beautiful
Company named as a best place to work by FloridaTrend
Lake Wales says no to Main Street funding
Mulberry mayor charged with sexual contact
Lakeland finishes strong to defeat Winter Haven
Judge: Class size amendment is up to voters
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Mosquito-borne disease advisory in effect
Mulberry mayor arrested in sex case involving teen boy
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Lakes district tax rate appears to be heading up
Multiple East Polk events set for 9/11 anniversary
Winter Haven trims list for new economic consultant
GTE Credit Union closing its Winter Haven branch
County deliveries of new garbage carts begin Monday
County won't raise property taxes
Lake Alfred committee votes to make solid waste a utility to prevent 'backdoor tax'
Eagle Lake water, sewer rate increases get final OK
Ross: Edwards should resign as elections chief
Event to honor one man's many civic contributions
Five arrested in rash of Haines City-area vehicle burglaries
Florida minister cancels burning of Qurans on 9/11
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Lake Alfred wastewater plant lauded for energy efficiency
Planning panel opposes reopening A-frame building as bar
County teams with Amscot to add utility payment options
Magazine puts Bostick Heart Center in elite company
Nature Discovery Center to host 'Freshwater Wetlands Module'
Property devaluation hits CRA budgets, projects hard
W.H. Hospital heart center gets top Consumer Reports rating
Winter Haven Residents are Facing Foreclosure. The NFCC Can Help.
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21 Polk schools receive reading awards
Knights Council 7091 passes out bevy of awards
Saturday tribute to honor military, first responders, 9/11 victims
Dundee Baptist children engage seniors in song, crafts
Lakeland police officer arrested on domestic violence charge
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Southern Tech becoming part of community
Farmworkers get a boost in education and employment
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Students attend business leader conference
Three fires in East Polk displace 15
Children's ministry plants seeds of charity with tree project
Main Street Market Day makes debut
Polk Parkway workshops on track
Subculture
Polk Works to help youth navigate bridge to success
Polk deputies step up traffic safety operations for holiday weekend
Capital idea! Local FFA students see Washington
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Friday's high school football scores
Members of Leadership Polk Class IV announced
Dollar General gives grant to Snively
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Tax reminders going out to businesses
3 Polk schools to get solar power
Hospital Foundation awards scholarships
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Weiss full of good news for county commissioners
English supports referendum to give business tax breaks to spur economy
Homeowners have chance to earn rebate for upgrading HVAC systems
August rainfall helps lakes' water levels
4 intersections slated for work
Seminar draws prospective entrepreneurs
Scott picks state legislator Carroll as No. 2
Gulf oil platform explodes off La. coast
Businesses look into high-speed rail work
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Lawton "Bud" Chiles III quitting governor's race
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School creates new logo emphasizing its name change
College Colors Day is Friday
Lakeland woman killed in Polk City crash
Police seek help with man who stopped kids on first day of school
Administrators would like to see class size change
Florida Supreme Court hears Serrano's appeal
Sheffield not satisfied with recount
Polk students bring back numerous technology awards
Woman says the time is right to honor Lake Wales' Lawrence Epps Jr.
Winter Haven Farmers Market moving to new site this week
Lakeland woman dies in Polk City after crash with semi
Winter Haven Kiwanis Club is tops again in Florida
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LWMC announces three new directors
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Culinary showcases coming
Autistic author to be guest speaker
United Way-funded cause promotes good financial health
Board proposes lower millage rate for Swiftmud
Motorcyclist dies in crash on Chalet Suzanne Road
Projected Legoland traffic has many people talking
August produces record rainfall
Incumbent Lofton will face Wright in School Board District 6 runoff
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Junior Woman's Club encourages Junior Achievement
Winter Haven dancers chosen to perform in half-time show
Event helps family seeking autism service dog for daughter
Sheriff's Office investigating inmate's death
Lofton to face Wright in School Board runoff election
Missing Winter Haven woman found safe
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PSC program wins national award
Members of Leadership Polk Class IV announced
Polk City man charged with 16 counts of possessing child porn
Police: Winter Haven woman missing, possibly endangered
Recount favors Adams by 4 votes
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Putnam urges Senate action on food safety legislation
Chiles carries on tobacco fight his father waged
Recounts for 2 races will be held today
Being 'Green'
Winter Haven woman missing, possibly endangered
After recounts, Adams moves on to Canal Commission runoff
Alligator hunters show respect for prey as hunting season opens
Polk City man charged with 16 counts of possessing child porn
Bicyclist hit by Sheriff's cruiser, dies
Dropped cell phone leads to robbery arrests
With primaries over, attention turns to Nov. 2 election
Legoland's expected big impact is forum headliner
Recounts in School Board, lakes district races will start Friday
Deputy involved in crash that kills Winter Haven cyclist
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Board meets today to set 2 local recounts
Ritz group seeks $500K from Polk
Seat 1 goes to Kaylor; Seat 3 set for recount
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Hernando sheriff takes GOP primary for Dist. 5 in U.S. House
Cost-of-living pay increases in jeopardy in Haines City
Rain helps keep turnout low
Fields easily wins re-election to District 5
Sellers defeats Meares, retains District 3 seat
Home sales drop in Polk, U.S.
Wright, Lofton to meet in runoff for District 6
Bell, Dantzler cruise to easy wins
Albritton wins House seat in a landslide
State House District 79 incumbent wins GOP primary
Davenport board settles fire truck issue
Edwards, Ross, Wilkinson to vie for District 12 U.S. House seat
Father set on fire dies; son charged with murder
3 Polk high school grads win Farm Bureau scholarships
15 PSC music students receive state awards
PSC to research adding more degree programs
Chinese state TV says 42 killed in plane crash
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Winter Haven commissioners approve codes for property upkeep, maintenance
Antonio's unveils makeover from fine dining to upscale
It's primary election day; polls open until 7 p.m.
SeaWorld fined $75,000 for whale trainer's death
Tiger Woods, wife officially divorced
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Polk tourism forum is Wednesday
Janie Howard Wilson staffers learn, laugh during science 'test'
Sheriff's Office prostitution sting leads to 44 arrests
Havendale Square businesses help with school supplies
Winter Haven to promote 'green' at Thursday expo
Voting a privilege; exercise your right
Sheriff's Office prostitution sting leads to 44 arrests
Davenport man set on fire; son charged with attempted murder
Rotary Club to host Rotary Bowl on Tuesday
Sheriff's Office prostitution sting leads to 44 arrests
Groups want tougher immigration laws
Resource officers keep schools safe, build rapport with students
Low turnout expected for primary
Lake Blue Park holds grand opening
Former student ready to teach at Lake Shipp
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Head-on crash on Recker Highway kills 1, injures 6
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Red Cross names new officer for Polk
Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash
Local student becomes 'puppy raiser'
Regulators shut down Bartow bank
Polk jobless rate hits 13%
Lake Wales motorcyclist seriously hurt in crash
Federal regulators shut down Bartow bank
Polk jobless rate back above 13 percent
Lake Alfred seeks help to be business, tourism attractor
Albritton has strong ties to citrus through family connections
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PSC awarded $300K technology grant
Polk Works honors best places to work
Suspension of impact fees shows promise
Baccus hopes Polk County ties help win a Florida House seat
Letter raises tensions
Audit holds up stimulus program
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Celebration ensues at Auburndale meeting
Commissioners vote to start clinic in Eloise
Canal Commission will keep Griffiths at same pay
Partnership opens door for Polk transitional camp
Saturday is last day to vote early
Ross cries foul over Edwards' ad
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Hospital Foundation awards $50,000 in scholarships
Tempers flare in Haines City meeting
Auburndale Commission OKs police, F.D. pension amendments
Matter of the Mind
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Sen. Nelson asked to help turn Polk into 'super region'
Winter Haven swears in its new top cop, Gary Hester
Eagle Lake commissioners approve bond issue
EPA standards could cost Polk County $332 million
Trash talk: Lake Alfred residents speak out
Back 2 School Bash aims at smashing common illnesses
Polk schools get ready for opening day
Transportation workshops coming soon
Sheriff to detail sex sting in Monday news conference
Motorcyclist dead after collision with pickup in Frostproof
Hester sworn in as Winter Haven police chief
250 locals form Human Pink Ribbon in cancer cause
Annual breakfast is in the works
Police action at Lake Wales bank involves car theft
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Emry's Acres provides therapy for children
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All Saints' cheerleaders receive awards during cheer camp
Buddy's reunion serves up warm memories
East Polk donates school supplies
Tudor says national security should be a top priority
Edwards wants to give middle class a voice in Congress
Winter Haven hopes new traffic monitoring system pays dividends
Gary Hester will be sworn in as W.H. police chief Monday
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Junior Woman's Club begins new year
Election 2010: County Commission District 4 Republican Primary, John Hall
Election 2010: County Commission District 4 Republican Primary, Todd Dantzler
Ten loaned executives to work for United Way
Davenport raises tax rate to 6.0
Haven Christian falls to Elfers 19-13 in OT
Winter Haven City Hall unveils art exhibition throughout building
Winter Haven seeks public input during workshops
Memorial for fallen EMT set up in Winter Haven
Man arrested in 2001 case of missing Lake Wales woman
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Candidates tout business, education backgrounds
Experience key for Wright if elected, she says
Wilson says work with budgets will help on board
Arrest made in decade-old East Polk murder case
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McCollum proposes immigration bill similar to Arizona's bill
Molotov cocktail found beside area home
Incumbent, ex-Marine 2 of 5 hopefuls for seat
McCall wants to make board members accountable
Agreement reached in schools suit
Vigoro plant brought down
Pre-kindergarten free, yet under attended
Tax holiday will be 3 days only this weekend
East Polk brothers head to Pokemon World Championship
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A 'phenomenal mentor and leader'
Commission candidates discovered passion for politics
Davenport to go with own wastewater system
Senior pastor hopes to serve larger community on board
Putnam supports bill to save small businesses from extra paperwork
Former Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens dies in plane crash; ex-NASA chief, son survive
House passes bill to help teachers, public workers
Election 2010: Canal Commission Seat 3, Jason Rudd
Winter Haven commissioners award trailhead project to local contractor
Lake Alfred looking for residents' opinions on garbage plan
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Election 2010: Canal Commission Seat 3, Bob Sheffield
Auburndale Commission Day reveals Millennium Celebration secret
Hall protests Dantzler mailer referencing Sheriff Judd
Wee Are the World opening to the neighborhood soon
North Korea fires artillery near disputed boarder
Canal Commission candidates familiar with lakes
First woman to head major U.S. intelligence agency
Man thought to be endangered found dead
Blockbuster stores face curtain calls
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Deputy fires weapon at SUV; felon among 4 arrested
Election 2010: Canal Commission Seat 3, Michael Mark Osborn
Deputy involved in shooting in Winter Haven
One dead, 7 hurt in 2-vehicle crash west of Bartow
U.S. Congress District 12 GOP primary: Dennis Ross
Search on for man who might be endangered
One dead, 7 hurt in 2-vehicle crash west of Bartow
Ross embraces past experiences as elected official, endorsements
Community Outreach to open clinic in Winter Haven
Lindsey, Ross vie for spot in Congress
Lake Wales program steps in to help woman in need
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Lake Hamilton sets new millage rate
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Scott among candidates at Pig Roast at Lake Eva
36 Polk schools earn A rating
Budget talks draw few people
Haines City commission turns down TV idea
Residents get to meet candidates at WhistleStop
Haines City commission turns down TV idea
Verizon focuses FiOS on specific areas in Polk
Rick Scott coming to Pig Roast political rally in Haines City
Polk County school grades are released
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Beckett talks about transit on Fox
Friends vie for chance to make impact on area lakes
Drive to improve Lake Otis leads to Leedy's candidacy
Designer, builder selected for park
Man accused of killing roomate, drinking his blood is found
Candidates tout ways to improve schools' future
Sellers hopes to continue progress board has made
Freeman asked to be interim manager
Book vending machines coming to Outpost 27
County Commission seeks 2 grants for transportation improvements
Senate confirms Kagan as 112th justice
Legoland Florida selects PCL as design-builder for theme park
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Farm animal focus group to meet Monday
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New emergency center facility up and running
Deputy County Manager Freeman will be interim county manager
Election 2010: School Board District 5, Kay Fields
Election 2010: School Board District 5, Michael Bullard
Harbuck approved as Lake Alfred city manager
Four reappointed to Eagle Lake Library Board
Teacher market set to open Oct. 2
'Interim' tag removed from Lake Alfred city manager's title
Pilot dies in ultralight plane crash in Lake Jessie
Perceived lack of direction has Eagle Lake CRA board on edge
Legoland's new GM 'ecstatic'
Auburndale's proposed budget reduces staffing
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Kohl's begins hiring for new Lake Wales store
General manager named for Legoland Florida
Pilot dead after aircraft goes down in Lake Jessie
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Store is a friend indeed to the needy
New Hawks fly high during K Week
Three Polk teachers win awards for economics
PSC names new adjunct professor
Agencies: If the light is red, stop
Polk schools among best with energy
Residents show support for immigration law
Christmas arrives early in Eagle Lake
Local teacher has opportunity to experience European life
Two political rallies, food fests on tap this week
July rainfall total falls from June, but still above average
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Winter Haven officials seek to tap into airport's potential
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Mobile homes still have power
Winter Haven holds bash for Buddy Waters
Rep. Putnam joins bipartisan effort to protect Florida's coast
County board mulls options for manager search
Emergency Communications Center to begin dispatching calls Monday
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Storm damages 26 campers at dealership; losses estimated at $1M
Lighthouse for the Blind breaking ground soon for new building
Panel: Polk schools health plan changes broke law
After 11 years, 'Protector' statue is unveiled to all
Flag Wave Rally set for Saturday
Winter Haven power outage caused by transformer fire
Emergency dispatching begins Monday at new communications center
Putnam calls for repeal of health-care reform
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Exchange program seeks host families
Armed man seen at children's center
United Way makes $100K available in health grants for Polk or Hardee
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Power is cut from three trailer parks
Judge throws out proposed Florida health-care amendment
Lake Shipp Elementary has new principal
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After decade-long campaign, 'The Protector' statue is unveiled
Putnam calls for repeal of national health-care reform law
Storm brings severe damage to RV dealership, inventory
Toyota recalls 412,000 cars in U.S. to correct steering problems
Watch groups plan National Night Out activities
PSC holding Wine for Wisdom Sept. 16
Judge blocks parts of Arizona immigration law
Unveiling of 'The Protector' statue is Thursday at WHPD
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Declining property values force Davenport to OK tax increase
<font color="#FF0000">Breaking: Man with gun enters kids therapy center
Coming Full Circle
Healthy Start receives grant for Centering Pregnancy
County schools' tentative budget increases by $12M
A 'bittersweet' move
Officials hope Christmas in July will improve kids' Christmas in December
Babson Park man killed in S.R. 60 crash
Winter Haven millage rate remains unchanged
Capt. Charlie Bird to serve 2 weeks as interim WHPD chief
Proposed A'dale budget won't raise millage rate
Mike Herr leaving county manager post in October
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WhistleStop 2010, Pig Roast give candidates 2 more chances to woo voters
Bird will serve briefly as interim WHPD chief
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LWMC announces May employee of the month
Lake Wales Arts Council hosts reception for native
Owners of new Angler's Sports Bar hopes it catches on
Interim transit official wants Polk County on the move
Haines City church dates back to Civil War, reaches out to community
Youth make pillowcases for sick kids
Auctioned 'green' car goes to Winter Haven resident
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Sheriff's Office announces promotions
Local high school music programs lauded
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Bok Tower Gardens unveils mural
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Lake Wales Medical Center names new CEO
Haines City: Higher millage, lower property taxes?
Polk Sheriff's Office trims projected budget by $3M
Dundee sneaks victory in final inning against Clermont
Two Haines City businesses' bottom lines add up to different results
County Commission votes to keep property tax rate in check
Delayed impact: Board OKs fee moratorium
Canal commissioners agree on tax issue, spar on others
Jarrett Ford helps kick off Ford's new 'green' initiative
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New chairman named for Polk Red Cross
Realtors report rise in Polk single-family home sales
Haines City residents will see higher property tax rate
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Report: Polk wages remain below state average; projects boost optimism
Exchange student host families needed
TS Bonnie causes no damage, injuries in Florida
Six candidates dredge up ideas for Canal Commission
Local couple have old plane prepped for famous airshow
Bowling tourney raises $8,000 for cancer research
Lake Wales alcohol, bar issues go unresolved
CenterState Bank acquires 'failed' Olde Cypress Community Bank
Legoland host-city plan being pieced together
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Governor Crist Welcomes Merlin Entertainments’ LEGOLAND To Florida
Studio 6 Pottery
Clogging Classes
Florida Citrus Festival
Celebrate America - Cypress Gardens Festival of Patriotic Spirit
Concert by LeAnn Rimes
MercyMe, Audio Adrenaline and Aaron Shust
Kidzpalooza - Cypress Gardens Festival of Children's Fun
EF Class Trips - Day 4
EF Class Trips - Day 3
EF Class Trips - Day 2
EF Class Trips - Day 1
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Tom Jones
Concert by Sara Evans
The Guess Who
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Buddy Holly
Little Big Town w/ The Wreckers
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Elvis
Frank, Sammy and Dean - A Rat Pack Tribute
Cleveland Indians Fan Fest
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Neil Diamond
Englebert Humperdinck
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Elvis
Concert by Tracy Lawrence and Tracy Byrd
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Nat King Cole
Hippie Fest
Concert by Diamond Rio
Blooms and Blossoms - Flower and Garden Show
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Ray Charles
Concert by Tommy James and The Shondells
Tribute Concert Series - A Tribute to Sir Elton John
Learning Resource Center's Annual Winter Escape
Sunset and Symphony Fall Concert at Bok Sanctuary
Winter Haven 2007 Relay For Life
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