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News from June 2022

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Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "It's time for #CivicsWithScott! What fort did Confederate General P.G.T Beauregard fire on to start..."

By Polk Times | Jun 11, 2022

C. Scott Franklin has 5,641 Twitter followers as of June 10.

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5.8% of households in Lakeland Highlands received food stamps in 2020

By Polk Times | Jun 11, 2022

Lakeland Highlands ranked 622nd in Florida for the percentage of households receiving food stamps in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Jun 11, 2022

The following parishes in the Polk Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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7.4% of households in Lake Hamilton received food stamps in 2020

By Polk Times | Jun 10, 2022

Lake Hamilton ranked 569th in Florida for the percentage of households receiving food stamps in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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On Father's Day this year, shelf the tie and get your dad something he really needs at your Polk County Ace Hardware!

By Polk Times | Jun 10, 2022

Your participating Polk County Ace has great gifts for dad this year.

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BARTOW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: We started our rock garden for children preparing for pediatric surgery

By Press release submission | Jun 10, 2022

Our surgical team provided them with the rocks they could paint and either take home with them, or leave in the garden so they could come back and visit.

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3.9% of households in Hillcrest Heights received food stamps in 2020

By Polk Times | Jun 9, 2022

Hillcrest Heights ranked 696th in Florida for the percentage of households receiving food stamps in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY: Exciting things have already begun for students for the 2022-2023 school year.

By Press release submission | Jun 9, 2022

It's going to be a good one.

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CITRUS RIDGE A. CIVICS ACADEMY: Yes, we are hiring middle school teachers!

By Press release submission | Jun 9, 2022

Join our team here at Citrus Ridge! Apply today: citrusridge.polkschoolsfl.com or email your resume

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5.2% of households in Cypress Gardens received food stamps in 2020

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2022

Cypress Gardens ranked 647th in Florida for the percentage of households receiving food stamps in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "Our veterans struggle to compete in todays housing market with their current VA mortgage loan benefits...."

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2022

C. Scott Franklin has 5,641 Twitter followers as of June 7.

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CITY OF HAINES: We are proud of Thunder on the Ridge. And why shouldn’t we be?

By Press release submission | Jun 8, 2022

Our Fourth of July celebration is known as the largest fireworks display in Polk County. Why do we do it?

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CITY OF AUBURNDALE: Auburndale Public Library will be hosting Sensory Storytime as a fun way for children to engage and learn through several fun, interactive activities

By Press release submission | Jun 8, 2022

Sensory Storytime offers story, music, movement, and sensory play. The program will offer education and social opportunities with children of all ages with differing abilities.

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Palm Beach County COVID-19 Update: 98.7% of infected residents alive as of June 7

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2022

Palm Beach County has seen 395,501 COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began.

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3.6% of households in Grenelefe received food stamps in 2020

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2022

Grenelefe ranked 715th in Florida for the percentage of households receiving food stamps in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

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Enjoy outdoor fun and games in Polk County with these great gifts

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2022

Gift giving can be difficult, so Polk Times has put together these gift guides with The Grommet to find everything you will need.

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Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "78 years ago, courageous soldiers stormed the beaches of Normandy to preserve and protect freedom...."

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2022

C. Scott Franklin has 5,641 Twitter followers as of June 6.

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Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "Gas prices have doubled since Joe Biden took office. Yes, DOUBLED. We have the domestic resources to..."

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2022

C. Scott Franklin has 5,641 Twitter followers as of June 6.

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CITY OF LAKE WALES: Florida Building Code requires all construction sites to be kept safe and clean

By Press release submission | Jun 7, 2022

The City of Lake Wales’ staff reminds builders to have a plan in place prior to a storm. Secure all building materials and debris prior to a storm.

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Licensing: which professional licenses in Polk County expire in week ending June 11?

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending June 11 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?