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Discover what’s happening across Polk County, Florida with Daily Ridge’s Entertainment & Lifestyle coverage. From local events, festivals, and live music to restaurant openings, arts and culture, nightlife, and family-friendly activities, we highlight the experiences that shape life in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Bartow, Auburndale, and surrounding communities.

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3rd Annual Creative Kids Market Coming July 12

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Celebrate the Next Generation of Makers at the 3rd Annual Creative Kids Market at the Lake Wales Arts Council. It’s your chance to witness the incredible talent of our local youth. On Saturday, July 12, 2025, (10 AM - 1...
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Summer Fairy Festival Coming to Bok Tower Gardens June 14

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BOK TOWER GARDENS - Come dressed in your fairy best as Bok Tower Gardens presents a summer Fairy Festival like none other! This magical day is perfect for fairies and fauns of all ages, with activities and entertainment throughout...
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AC/DC Did Not Disappoint Fans at Friday Night’s Raymond James Stadium Show

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@AC/DC gave an incredible performance during last night’s concert at @Raymond James Stadium in Tampa. The sold out show, a part of their 2025 Power Up tour, was a crowd pleaser; they were certainly thunderstruck. Enjoy the gallery of images...
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Upcoming Special Events Approved by City of Lake Wales

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by: Capers Gay  On May 6, 2025, the Lake Wales City Commission had several special events on the docket that needed their permits approved. These permits passed the committee’s consent agenda without any controversy or comment from the public. Deputy Mayor Robin...
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City of Lake Wales Presents Public Works Expo May 22

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  CITY OF LAKE WALES - The City of Lake Wales Public Works Department will host a public works expo on Thursday, May 22, 2025 between 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lake Wales Park on Lakeshore Boulevard.  The expo will feature exhibit...
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A Sneak Peek at Universal’s New Epic Universe Theme Park

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by James Coulter  Universal Florida is set to open its newest park, Epic Universe, a 750-acre theme park with five immersive themed lands.  Take to the stars in Celestial Park and soar through the cosmos on the Stardust Racers coaster.  Enter a warp...
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Here’s a Sneak Peek at Universal’s New Epic Universe Theme Park

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Here's a Sneak Peek at Universal's New Epic Universe Theme Park by James Coulter  Universal Florida is set to open its newest park, Epic Universe, a 750-acre theme park with five immersive themed lands. Take to the stars in Celestial Park and soar through the...
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My Life and Career with Autism: A Speech Given at Rockin on the Chain 2025

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Neurodivergent Diversions: A Column about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by James Coulter Earlier in April, not only did I have the opportunity to return to Florida to cover the Rockin on the Chain Benefiting Special Needs fundraiser, but I also had...
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Juneteenth Event Approved and Set to Run June 14

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By Capers Gay An event to celebrate the holiday of Juneteenth was approved by the Lake Wales City Commission at the May 7, 2025 meeting. The holiday, meant to commemorate the abolishment of slavery, will have its own Lake Wales celebration...
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RFK Jr. is Wrong (And Dangerous) about Autism and Here’s Why

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Neurodivergent Diversions: A Column about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) by James Coulter On Wed. Apr. 16, 2025, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., United States Secretary of Health and Human Services, hosted a press conference discussing the findings of a recent study by...
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Juneteenth Event Approved and Set to Run June 14

By Capers Gay An event to celebrate the holiday of Juneteenth was approved by the Lake Wales City Commission at the...
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Murder Mystery Night Coming To Lake Wales Latte Lounge This Weekend

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend that’s close to home, air-conditioned, and downright fun? Head over to the...
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From Dreams to Reality: The JP Peterson Story

By: Ethan Jones Growing up, many of us dream of what we want to become. On July 3rd, I had...
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