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USF Poly’s Extended University offers spring programs

by USF Polytechnic on Jan 27, 2012
The University of South Florida Polytechnic’s Extended University is now accepting applications for the following spring 2012 programs. Principles and Practices of Engineering (PE) Review. Fridays, Jan. 13 – March 16, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. (online of face-to-face). This comprehensive review seminar provides outstanding preparation for the NCEES Professional Engineering Exam for Electrical Engineering – Power. This seminar will... -More-

Wonderful Wally and His Wonderful Birds

Wonderful Wally and His Wonderful Birds
by Nana’s Home and Garden by Glenda Mink on Jan 27, 2012
Choosing only one of Wonderful Wally’s prize photos to share with readers is becoming more and more a challenge for Nana.  Wally is out shooting birds almost every morning and sometimes makes multiple trips to nearby parks capturing birds and wildlife with his camera, honing his photography skills and improving with each outing.  Thank goodness for digital; he must shoot a thousand frames a day! Just look at this magnificent photo... -More-

USF Poly reorganization to save $1 million

by USF Polytechnic on Jan 25, 2012
In a move designed to reprioritize and remain focused on the benchmarks for independence outlined by the Board of Governors, the University of South Florida Polytechnic yesterday announced strategic changes that will increase efficiency and save approximately $1 million. “The USF Board of Trustees has identified fiscal responsibility as an important task with which I am charged,” said Interim Regional Chancellor David Touchton... -More-

CancerCare Offers Online Support and Financial Assistance

CancerCare Offers Online Support and Financial Assistance
by All About Breast Cancer on Jan 21, 2012
We offer limited finanacial assistance for cancer-related costs, and our professional oncology social workers can help you find resources. We can help with costs such as: Transportation to and from appointments Home care Child care Pain medication Lymphedema supplies To qualify for assistance, you will need to meet eligibility requirements and share information about your income, savings, and expenses. Your healthcare... -More-

American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program

American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program
by Marialice Quinn on Jan 21, 2012
American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program provides individuals in need with financial assistance for mammograms and diagnostic testing. Also offers help with medication, wigs and other resources. For more information call or visit the website: http://abcf.org/ 1-877-539-2543 Our Mission To provide individuals in financial need, their families and their loved ones with education, support, and access to early detection.... -More-

New campus includes advanced library services designed for and by USF Polytechnic students, faculty

New campus includes advanced library services designed for and by USF Polytechnic students, faculty
by USF Polytechnic on Jan 20, 2012
The library planned for the University of South Florida Polytechnic’s new campus will have the learning and research features common to many university libraries, but it will also incorporate the same advanced technology, services, and settings found in the some of the best universities in the country. Poly faculty toured multiple campuses – including polytechnics – to cull the best offerings for students and faculty on the new... -More-

USF Poly to host Educators Day Feb. 8

by USF Polytechnic on Jan 20, 2012
High school guidance professionals and STEM teachers/advisors are invited to attend Educators Day on Feb. 8 at the University of South Florida Polytechnic. Held from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the event will offer information on the polytechnic model, academic programs, experiential learning, the new Talent Management Center, and all the exciting opportunities USF Poly has to offer incoming freshmen. A continental breakfast and lunch will be... -More-

North Walk-in-Water Trek Tomorrow

North Walk-in-Water Trek Tomorrow
by Nana’s Home and Garden by Glenda Mink on Jan 20, 2012
Nana and Wonderful Wally’s together activities for this upcoming week will begin with a hike through Polk County’s North Walk-in-Water environmental lands property Saturday morning, and maybe we’ll see the new movie “Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close” – even though The Associated Press critic David Germain only gave it two stars. North Walk-in-Water is east on State Road 60 in Lake Wales, approximately nine miles beyond... -More-

Arts in AgriCulture to Happen April 28

by Lorrie Walker on Jan 19, 2012
In celebration of Polk County’s long and rich agricultural history and Earth Month, Platform Art, Inc. is hosting their 19th art party Art in AgriCulture April 28 in downtown Lakeland from 7 to 11 p.m. Platform Art parties are famous in Lakeland for bringing together various forms of art to one location. Visual art, short films, sound, and performance pieces focusing on Polk County’s agricultural heritage will be presented by students... -More-

Polytechnic to host fourth annual RoboBattle

Polytechnic to host fourth annual RoboBattle
by USF Polytechnic on Jan 19, 2012
More than 165 high-school students from throughout Florida will compete in the fourth annual USF Poly RoboBattle Feb. 4, 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Contestants include the Smoke and Mirrors team, which includes members from Lakeland, that won the world championship in 2010. The RoboBattle is a FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Tech Challenge regional qualifying... -More-

New book co-authored by Polytechnic math education expert gives strategies for using reform math curriculum

New book co-authored by Polytechnic math education expert gives strategies for using reform math curriculum
by USF Polytechnic on Jan 18, 2012
Effective and applicable teaching strategies for using a tried-and-true math curriculum is the topic of a new book co-authored by Dr. Vanessa Pitts Bannister, assistant professor of mathematics education at the University of South Florida Polytechnic. Called “Curriculum-Based Activities and Resources for Preservice Math Teachers” (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics), the book offers teachers a collection of strategies and... -More-

All About Bees and Yellowjackets: Habits, Nests and How to Get Rid of Them

by Lorrie Walker on Jan 17, 2012
Some stinging insects including bees and yellowjackets are beneficial to our environment, but many people disagree because of the powerful punch that comes with their ability to sting. “There is a distinct difference between honeybees and yellowjackets and it is important for people to understand each species and their habits before they try to take the nest head on,” said Ron Henderson owner of Country Boy Pest Control, a Winter... -More-
creating today Jan 27 2012
creating today Jan 27 2012
I think I’ve discovered the secret of life – you just hang around until you get used to it. - Charles Schulz creating openness, closeness and smiles… letting go into awareness; how will being present to the moment non-judgmentally be today? peace, love and joy… www.creatingtoday.net  
creating today Jan 26 2012
creating today Jan 26 2012
If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other. - Mother Teresa creating connect, correlate and reside… letting go into community; how will fulfillment be generated today? peace, love and joy… www.creatingtoday.net  
syndicated Spring Guided Garden Tours
Bok Tower Gardens » Calendar - Jan 27, 2012
Join one of our volunteer Garden Guides for an insider’s look at the Gardens! These are great opportunities to ask questions or learn the names of our current blooming plants. Offered at noon and 2 p.m., these free 45 minute tours take you from the Visitor Center fountain through the... -More-
syndicated Mitchell’s isn’t just for coffee
Kelsey Tressler - YLakeland.com - Jan 27, 2012
  Mitchell’s Coffee House has been brewing up coffee for 13 years, but that’s not the only service it offers. Owners Michelle and Mitchell Harvey have converted their cafe into part coffee shop, part gallery and part game station. The paintings hanging on the wall this month are... -More-
syndicated BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition
LakelandLocal.com - Jan 27, 2012
BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com -More-
syndicated LRMC Invites Public to “Matters of the Heart” Health Fa...
Amy Wiggins - Jan 27, 2012
Lakeland Regional Medical Center invites the public to attend Matters of the Heart on Friday, February 10 from 2 until 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 175 Lake Hollingsworth Drive in Lakeland. ... Read More at http://blog.lakelandchamber.com ... -More-
syndicated It’s Gonna Snow and I Gotta Crow
Debbie Mondale - Jan 26, 2012
I GOTTA CROW ! Like Peter Pan, I get so excited, that… I GOTTA CROW ! COCK-A-DOODLE  MOOOO !  (that’s the Kindermusik way to CROW !)  COCK-A-DOODLE  BRRRRRR !!! THIS Sat. we celebrate the season:chilly winds, snowfalls, and ice skating with the best music for singing,... -More-
syndicated Bartow Middle School Wins State FFA Event
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 26, 2012
Florida Future Farmers of America (FFA) recently named Bartow Middle School (BMS) state winner in the 2011 Food Science & Technology Career Development Event (CDE) held December 3, 2011 at the University of Florida.   The 2011 BMS team members are:  Emily Grant, Katy Locke, Devin... -More-
syndicated Bartow IB Student Awarded Leaders 4 Life Fellowship
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 26, 2012
Bartow International Baccalaureate Senior Vanessa Colchado was recently recognized as one of five statewide recipients of the $40,000 Take Stock in Children’s Leaders 4 Life Fellowship.   Ms. Colchado was notified of her selection in December and travelled to Tallahassee, FL Jan. 11... -More-
syndicated Polk County Public Schools, Polk County RSVP, Polk Coun...
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 26, 2012
During the week of January 9-13, 2012, Polk County Public Schools, Polk County Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Polk County AmeriCorps Reads joined in collaboration for the MLK Day of National Service.  Volunteers, coordinated by Polk County RSVP, read the book “Martin... -More-
syndicated Teacher of the Year, School-Related Employee of the Yea...
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 26, 2012
The following school district employees have been named Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year at their respective schools and are candidates for the county wide honor.  The Polk County Public Schools Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year awards... -More-
syndicated Burger 21 will offer gourmet grub
Kelsey Tressler - YLakeland.com - Jan 25, 2012
Burger 21, a gourmet burger restaurant, will open where Press 101 used to be in Lakeside Village. The menu looks mouthwatering, with just about every kind of burger ever invented. There are beef burgers, seafood burgers, veggie burgers, chicken burgers—you get the idea. Those burgers... -More-
syndicated Benita Pierce Named Westwood Middle School Principal
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 25, 2012
Superintendent, Dr. Sherrie B. Nickell, appointed Mrs. Benita Pierce, Principal of Westwood Middle School at the Jan. 17, 2012 Polk County School Board Meeting. Mrs. Pierce’s appointment took effect January 2, 2012. Benita Pierce began her career with Polk County Public Schools in 1990... -More-
syndicated William Kyle Windham Named Frostproof Middle / Senior H...
Good News About Polk County Public Schools - Jan 25, 2012
Superintendent, Dr. Sherrie B. Nickell, appointed Mr. William Kyle Windham, Principal of Frostproof Middle/Senior High School at the Jan. 17, 2012 Polk County School Board Meeting. Mr. Windham’s appointment took effect January 2, 2012. Kyle Windham began his career with Polk County... -More-
From the Publisher CancerCare Offers Online Support and Financial Assistan...
All About Breast Cancer - Jan 21, 2012
We offer limited finanacial assistance for cancer-related costs, and our professional oncology social workers can help you find resources. We can help with costs such as: Transportation to and from appointments Home care Child care Pain medication Lymphedema supplies To qualify... -More-
From the Publisher American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program
Marialice Quinn - Jan 21, 2012
American Breast Cancer Foundation, Key To Life Program provides individuals in need with financial assistance for mammograms and diagnostic testing. Also offers help with medication, wigs and other resources. For more information call or visit the website:... -More-
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