Redistricting Drama Ramps Up This Week
Redistricting Drama Ramps Up This Week Redistricting Drama Ramps Up This Week Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.comAldi, Zaxby’s and Murphy Oil Planned for...
Site plans have been submitted for a multi-structure development directly north of Payless Shoes and south of the former Atlanta Bread store (US Highway 17 and Avenue K, SW across from Citi Centre). The parcel was formerly occupied by Winter Haven Citrus Growers and Hart Oil Company. Site plans call for a 17,866 sq. ft. ALDI food store, a 3407 sq. ft. Zaxby’s Restaurant, and a 10 pump...Congratulations to Winter Haven High Sch...
On behalf of the Chamber and the Educational Outcomes Taskforce (now evolving into the Public Education Partnership, we want to extend our sincere congratulations to Principal Gina Williams, the WHHS faculty and the student body for their hard work and contributions resulting in the school improving its grade from “D” to “B” — it’s first ever on its...LEGOLAND FL Among Parks at Maximum Capac...
LEGOLAND guests enjoy the Technic roller coaster. At approximately 12:30 p.m. today, LEGOLAND Florida stopped admitting guests “to ensure the guests of LEGOLAND Florida have an enjoyable day with their families.” The park had posted cautionary facebook entries earlier that it was approaching capacity and may have to turn guests away. Cypress Gardens Boulevard was...Wings of Freedom Flies into WH Gilbert F...
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Call for Nominations: 2012 Banker’s Cup ...
Nominations Accepted Through Monday, January 23 Mark Your Calendar: Taste of Winter Haven/Awards Banquet – February 2 Chamber President Nelson Kirkland has called upon interested organizations or individuals to present nominees for the 2012 Bankers Cup Awards. Traditionally, both a man and a woman from the community are recognized. Criteria for the award are as follows: • To...NYT Regional Newspapers May Be Sold
Sale would include The Ledger and News Chief. According to a report on The Ledger’s web site it appears that negotiations are underway between the New York Times and Halifax Media Group involving HMG’s purchase of the NYT Regional Newspaper group which includes both The Ledger and the News Chief. According to the report, “The Daytona Beach-based Halifax Media Group...From Flight to Photos and Frozen Treats ...
Stumped for that special gift? Here are some Chamber member suggestions … The Learning Curve has GREAT stocking stuffers for kids & adults! Gift certificate or gift. Unique educational toys, family games and gifts for the whole family! Our favorite game called Spot It is flying off the shelf! Stop by and ask for a FREE sample. 6294 Cypress Gardens Blvd. Located in the...CSX Files Site Plan for Approval
Evansville Western Railway, a subsidiary of CSX Transportation has applied for Site Plan Approval for the Intermodal Terminal. The 318 acre project in south Winter Haven will ultimately become an integrated logistics center (ILC) that will handle containerized freight. Once this permit is approved they can begin construction and it is expected to begin in early 2012. Phase I of the...‘Tis the Season: Ideas for Stocking Stuf...
We contacted several member organizations and asked what they might offer as a unique “stocking stuffer” this holiday season. Here are several suggestions for a little something different to keep on giving after Christmas morning: A Gift of Music from Imperial Symphony Orchestra: Certificates can be purchased in $20 increments to be used toward any ISO event. Tickets for a...Haven Job Growth Projected to be Top in ...
Susan Adams, Senior Editor for Forbes, posted an article today that places Lakeland/Winter Haven tied for the top spot in job growth in the first quarter of 2012. She writes, “Though Florida was hard hit by the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis, and unemployment in the state sits 1.5% above the national average at 10.1%, in the first quarter of 2012, employers in two of Florida’s...Make Sure Santa Visits Your Pet
Living in Florida Means Tolerating Heat,...
No matter where you live, it is safe to assume you have come into contact with one the most unpopular and prominent bugs in America: the cockroach. They are extremely difficult to kill if you do not have the proper tools, and their infestations can be frustrating. “Lots of people love living in Florida, but hate the roaches,” said Ron Henderson owner of Country Boy Pest Control,...Theatre Winter Haven Announces Return Of...
New Book is Resource to Play, Eat And Sh...
Three ambitious local women have just published a great resource for residents and visitors alike. “Sweet P.E.A.S.” is a collection of Winter Haven and East Polk places to Play, Eat, And Shop. From LEGOLAND® Florida to Fantasy of Flight and the Blue Room to K.C.’s Big Dipper … Andy Thornals to the Purple Pompano — the book features a variety of unique...Happy Howlidays!
Parades Lead Off Fun-Filled Holiday Seas...
Posted by Marialice Quinn on Dec 2, 2011 in Arts, Charity/Volunteer, Entertainment, From the Publisher | 0 comments
Holiday Happenings means Downtown Lakeland stays open late for holiday shopping and cheer tonight. Get some holiday shopping done and enjoy the yuletide spirit. Photos with Santa, holiday music and entertainment. Dec. 2, 6-9 p.m.
Rock on over to the Jingle Bell Rock Party at Wabash Community Center, 1230 Southern Ave., Lakeland Dec. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. Presented by Polk County Parks...
Downtown Welcomes “Laughing Owl Market”...
Add one more option to Winter Haven’s specialty shoppes as the Laughing Owl Market is now open. You’ll find fine wines, wine accessories, elegant crystal, fine chocolates, fudges, cheeses, olives and other unique items in this brand new concept. Anita Strang invites you to visit Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The...LEGOLAND® Florida – Just Add Water!
Park Announces Water Park Details and Unveils All-New Premium Annual Pass WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (November, 28, 2011) – Just six weeks after its official grand opening, LEGOLAND® Florida today released details of its first expansion – LEGOLAND Water Park. Scheduled to open in time for summer 2012, the water park will feature a wave pool, Build-A-Raft lazy river, tube slides, body...From the Publisher, Marialice Quinn
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