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Successful Lakeland FL Short Sale Closin...

Recently we had another successful Lakeland FL short sale closing with Bank of America, where the sellers finally walked away free and clear with a little cash to get on with their lives.  A Bank of America HAFA short sale which included a Florida Incentive payment for a successfully closed transaction on April 27, 2012 on a single family home in Lakeland FL. The home has 3...

George Jenkins High School Wins State Ti...

George Jenkins High School placed first in the Florida FFA (Future Farmers of America) Veterinary Assisting Career Development Event (CDE). The event was held Saturday, May 12th at Hillsborough Community College in Plant City. 45 teams from around the state gathered to compete for the top spot. George Jenkins High School (GJHS) Instructors James Sweeney and Bridget Gilmore worked...

Upcoming Event: Elementary Science Showc...

Polk County Public Schools Elementary Science Showcase will be held next week. The Elementary Science Showcase provides the public an opportunity to view science projects constructed by Polk County Public Schools elementary students. Students will participate in inquiry circles facilitated by adults, where they can share their projects and answer questions as budding scientists. Judging...

Upcoming Event: Elementary Art Show

The Polk Museum of Art will be displaying some of the best artwork of students in kindergarten through second grade. The Learning to be Me: K-2 Elementary Exhibition art show opens Saturday, May 19th and goes until Saturday, June 16th.  Student receptions will start at 11 a.m. and 1p.m. on Saturday, May 19th. Artwork will be displayed in the student gallery during regular museum hours....

Lakeland Police Daily Significant Calls ...

Daily Significant Calls for Service for 5/16/12 Download Daily Significant CFS 05 16 2012 - posted by Ann Dinges, PIO

Polk TPO to Host Citizens’ Advisory Comm...

The Polk Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) will be broadcasting its Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting via Webcast for the first time on May 22, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. Citizens of... Read More at http://blog.lakelandchamber.com ...

Now All We Need is the Rain!

Rain Barrel WorkshopSaturday, July 7, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noonCampfire USA, 2600 Buckingham Avenue, LakelandWant to supplement your potable water use? Learn how to collect rainwater with a rain barrel. In this workshop you will learn the basics of water harvesting using a rain barrel. This workshop is presented by the UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service's Florida-Friendly...

Urgent Care Center to Open on First Stre...

New Medical Offices On the Way … Renovations are underway on the former location of Long’s Hallmark Gift Shop. Originally built for use as a savings and loan it was converted for gift shop use as the Winter Haven Mall transitioned to the current Citi Center configuration. The First Street at Avenue G, SE location is being renovated for use as a primary care  and urgent...

Main Street Winter Haven Welcomes Anita ...

Main Street Winter Haven has announced that Anita Strang has assumed responsibilities as Executive Director for the 17 year-old organization. Anita has been a Main Street member for the past eight years and has owned and operated two downtown businesses currently operating the Laughing Owl Market. In remarks at Main Street’s Annual Meeting (held in Winter Haven’s beautiful...

Free Summer Meals Available for Children...

The School Nutrition Department will provide nutritionally balanced meals to children starting in June. The Summer Food Service Program begins June 13th and will last until August 1st. Meals will not be available on July 4th in observation of Independence Day. Nutritionally balanced meals will be provided to all children regardless of race, color, sex, disability, age or national origin...

Lakeland Police Daily Significant Calls ...

Daily Significant Calls for Service for 5/15/12 Download Daily Significant CFS 05 15 2012 -posted by Ann Dinges, PIO

I am One

I am one And I’m reaching for you I am one And together we’re two. I’ll be your strength and I won’t let you fall And together we’ll find one more. If one can do anything Then two can change the world. If one can make a difference And together we’re so much more. I am one And I’m reaching for you I am one And together we’re two. I’ll...

Polk County School Board Members to Atte...

Please be advised more than one Polk County School Board member may attend the Evening of Special Recognitions on Thursday, May 17, 2012. The event honors Polk County Public Schools students and staff who have received local, state or national awards from third parties. The event takes place at Tenoroc High School, 4905 Saddle Creek Road, Lakeland, FL 33801.  The ceremony starts at 5...

Public Forum Scheduled for Wednesday Nig...

Please be advised that on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 Mulberry High will hold a public forum to discuss a revised student dress code for the 2012-2013 academic school year. The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the MHS Auditorium, Northeast Fourth Circle, Mulberry, FL 33860.

Polk County Adult Education Graduation P...

The Polk County Adult Education Graduation Program will take place Wednesday, May 16th at Branscomb Auditorium on the campus of Florida Southern College, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801. Students will either receive the District Adult High School Credit Diploma or the State of Florida High School Diploma.  This includes all pupils graduating from West Area Adult...

Huppert Becomes Active Leader in Wins

Lakeland Flying Tigers skipper Dave Huppert, who is closing in on 1,700 wins, became the active leader in managerial wins on April 23. Huppert is in his second season as the manager of the Flying Tigers and his 24th season of his managerial career.

Lakeland Police Investigate Business Bur...

Lakeland Police are investigating a business burglary at Pace Inc.  On May 13, 2012 at approximately 4:11 p.m., officers responded to Pace Inc. located at 2130 Interstate Drive in reference to a burglary.  When officer arrived, they discovered that unknown suspects had gained entry into the business by breaking the front door.  The investigation revealed that approximately 1400...

YMCA "Partnering for Youth" Ev...

You are cordially invited to Puttin on the Blitz “PARTNERING FOR YOUTH” FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 2012 6:30 - 9:00 PM (Bidding begins at 6:00 p.m.) The Magnolia Building- 698 E. Orange Street, Lakeland Please join the Lakeland Family YMCA and Team Pouncey for an intimate evening of fine dining and fundraising to support youth programs which encourage healthy living and character...

Summer Film Series: Birds of the Gods

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.

Summer Film Series: Hunt for the Supertw...

Join us for a special presentation of these educational documentaries by PBS in the Visitor Center Theater. Most films have a 60-minute runtime.

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