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News from 2022

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BARTOW REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER: Our new Chief Executive Officer and president Stephanie Conners stopped by our hospital recently

By Press release submission | Dec 5, 2022

While she was here, she toured our facility and had the opportunity to meet some of our team members. We’re excited to work with Stephanie, and we welcome her to the BayCare team!

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YETI coolers from participating Polk County Ace Hardware stores make great gifts for all friends and family

By Polk Times | Dec 5, 2022

Coolers from participating Polk County Ace Hardware stores make great gifts for friends and families that love to camp, hike, or go on adventures.

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4 professional licenses in Polk County set to expire in week ending Nov. 19

By Polk Times | Dec 4, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending Nov. 19 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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CITY OF FROSTPROOF: Agenda for Frostproof City Council Meeting

By Press release submission | Dec 3, 2022

This meeting is open to the public for those who would like to attend in person.

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CITY OF BARTOW: City of Bartow Offices will be closed for the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays.

By Press release submission | Dec 3, 2022

December 19 – 23, 2022Monday 12/19 and Tuesday 12/20 collection remains the same.Thursday 12/22 collection will be on Wednesday 12/21.Friday 12/23 collection will be on Thursday 12/22.

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CITY OF AUBURNDALE: We hope everyone had a great time at the Havendale Christmas Parade this year!

By Press release submission | Dec 3, 2022

A big thank you to all of our elected officials, police officers, firefighters, Public Works employees, Parks and Recreation employees, Chamber of Commerce, and community partners for coming together to organize and support the Havendale Christmas Parade!

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Dec 3, 2022

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

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CITY OF LAKE WALES: Curbside Cleanup is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 3

By Press release submission | Dec 1, 2022

We appreciate everyone’s patience as Republic Services, the city’s waste collection provider collected waste and debris left behind by Hurricane Ian.

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CITY OF HAINES: WE STILL NEED TOYS FOR THE LITTLE ONES!

By Press release submission | Dec 1, 2022

Want to help a child have a great Christmas? Toys For Tots is a great way to do it.

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How many professional licenses are set to expire in week ending Nov. 12 in Polk County?

By Polk Times | Nov 27, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending Nov. 12 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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The Havendale Christmas Parade is next Friday, December 2, starting at 7 PM!

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2022

This is our annual tradition when we team up with the City of Winter Haven to bring Christmas cheer to the streets of our cities. It's a wonderful time to join along with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season!

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BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY: Please consider giving to the academy

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2022

You may actually do it online.

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CITRUS RIDGE A. CVICS ACADEMY: Happy Thanksgiving to all of our Pioneer families!

By Press release submission | Nov 27, 2022

We hope you are blessed with abundance and enjoy the laughter and love of your families.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Nov 26, 2022

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

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CITY OF LAKE WALES: The deadline has been extended to submit your artwork for the cover image of the new 2023 Polk Arts Guide

By Press release submission | Nov 23, 2022

The Polk Arts & Cultural Alliance is seeking to commission an artist to create the cover image for its new publication.

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CITY OF LAKELAND: Reminder: City Offices will be closed on November 24th and 25th for the Thanksgiving holiday.

By Press release submission | Nov 23, 2022

Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!

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Grill with style on a Weber grill bought from participating Polk County Ace Hardware stores

By Polk Times | Nov 21, 2022

The Weber Genesis II E-310 3 burner grill is a great gift to give during the holiday season.

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Polk County professional licenses needing renewal in week ending Nov. 5

By Polk Times | Nov 20, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending Nov. 5 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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CITY OF LAKE WALES: Earlier this week, Mayor Hilligoss presented a proclamation to the Lake Wales High School Volleyball Team

By Press release submission | Nov 19, 2022

The team ranked #1 in the Region 5A District 6. Lily Weaver, one of the players won the Player of the Year for Region 5A District 6. Lillian Anderson won Coach of the Year for the Region 5A District 6.

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CITY OF HAINES: Haines City government officials and members of the community turned out this week to celebrate the grand-opening of the new Pizza Hut on U.S. 27.

By Press release submission | Nov 19, 2022

Besides helping to cut the ribbon, several of our city department heads actually made their own pizzas and were very proud of their work!