Cooking on The Ridge: Habanero Hot Wings

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Cooking on The Ridge: Habanero Hot Wings

Habanero Hot Wings

Habanero Hot Wings
  • Makes: 12 servings
  • Prep 25 mins
  • Bake 45 mins

ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika or sweet paprika
  • 2 teaspoons dried cilantro, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground habanero chile pepper
  • 12 chicken wings (about 2 pounds)
  • 1/2 cup bottled hickory barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons peach spreadable fruit or desired fruit preserves (such as peach, pineapple or orange)
  • 1 tablespoon bottled steak sauce or ketchup
  • 1 recipe Dill Dipping Sauce, Celery Dipping Sauce, or Feta Dipping Sauce (see recipe below)
 directions
  1. Coat a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with cooking spray; set aside. In a resealable plastic bag, combine onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cilantro, mustard, chili powder and the 1/4 teaspoon habanero chile pepper; set aside.
  2. Cut off and discard tips of chicken wings. Cut wings at joints to form 24 pieces. Place chicken wing pieces in plastic bag with seasoning mixture. Seal bag; toss to coat wings with seasoning mixture. Arrange wings in prepared pan. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 25 minutes.
  3. For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine barbecue sauce, spreadable fruit and steak sauce. Cook and stir until the ingredients are blended; set aside.
  4. Carefully brush wings with half of the sauce. Turn wings and brush with the remaining sauce. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes more or until chicken is tender and no longer pink. Serve with your choice of Dipping Sauces and remaining barbecue sauce mixture. Makes 12 appetizer servings.

Dill Dipping Sauce

ingredients

  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill or 1/4 teaspoon dried dillweed
 directions
  1. In a small bowl combine mayonnaise, yogurt and fresh dill or dried dillweed.

LWMC TO OFFER “DIABETES SURVIVOR SKILLS” CLASS

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LWMC TO OFFER “DIABETES SURVIVOR SKILLS” CLASS

LWMC TO OFFER “DIABETES SURVIVOR SKILLS” CLASS

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Lake Wales, FL — “Diabetes Survivor Skills” will be taught on Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Hunt Building 2nd floor classroom. This free class is taught by Registered Dietician Jamie Moore, MPH, RD. The class is ideal for those newly-diagnosed with diabetes, those who are struggling with managing the disease, or anyone who just wants a refresher course on managing diabetes.

 

There is no charge for the class, but registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring a guest. To register, call 678-2288.

 

 

Mall Walkers Plans Prize Party

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Mall Walkers Plans Prize Party

Mall Walkers Plans Prize Party

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Lake Wales, FL – The Mall Walkers program, sponsored by Lake Wales Medical Center and Eagle Ridge Mall, will hold a prize party on Thursday, March 9, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. in the Food Court area of the mall.

 

During the prize party, Mall Walkers participants are asked to turn in their mileage tracking cards. Mall Walkers tracks each walker’s mileage, and they earn prizes for reaching mileage milestones. Mall Walkers participants tracked 17,360 miles in 2016.

 

The Mall Walkers program, a partnership between Lake Wales Medical Center and Eagle Ridge Mall, encourages active, healthy lifestyles by offering participants the opportunity to walk inside the mall from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and from 10 a.m. to noon on Sundays. All Mall Walkers must enter through the Food Court, and are encouraged to wear their Mall Walkers t-shirts so that security officers know they are part of the program. Participants are encouraged to use their tracking cards to log their mileage each time they walk in the mall to earn prizes, including walking towels, water bottles, movie tickets, and gift cards. Mileage logged and turned in must be walked inside the mall to be eligible for prizes through Mall Walkers.

 

Participants are reminded to check with their physician before beginning any exercise program.

 

For more information about Mall Walkers or to sign up, please call Julie Sing at 679-6802.

PCSO Deputies File Additional Stolen Valor Charge Against Inmate Who Was Arrested Last Month After Second Victim Comes Forward

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PCSO Deputies File Additional Stolen Valor Charge Against Inmate Who Was Arrested Last Month After Second Victim Comes Forward
PCSO Deputies File Additional Stolen Valor Charge Against Inmate Who Was Arrested Last Month After Second Victim Comes Forward
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On Friday, February 17, 2017, PCSO deputies filed additional charges of Soliciting Funds/Misrepresenting Military Service (F-3), and Tampering With A Witness, against Polk County Jail inmate Kyle Barwan after a second victim came forward.
 
Barwan was originally arrested on January 25, 2017, in Hillsborough County on a PCSO warrant, and was later transferred to the Polk County Jail, where he has remained since that time. After seeing news reports about Barwan’s arrest and learning that he was in jail, another female victim came forward. 
 
If anyone else believes they have been victimized by Kyle Barwan, they are encouraged to contact PCSO at 863-298-6200. With his two additional charges, he remains in the Polk County Jail in lieu of $7,000 bond ($5,000 for the first count of Soliciting Funds, and $1,000 each additional count filed on Friday). 
 
The following is an excerpt from his most recent affidavit, and is self-explanatory:
 
Sometime during late September 2016, the female victim met the suspect, Kyle Barwan, on an online social networking site known as Plenty of Fish. The two online chatted and then met in person on a date. Barwan told the victim that he was in the United States Army Special Forces as a Green Beret. Barwan told her that he had just been promoted to the rank of Captain. She noticed that Barwan was wearing a “special forces hat with a flag on it.” Barwan told her that he had a military identification card but he did not show her one. Barwan went on to say that he also works for the CIA as a paid mercenary and that he had several “hits” in the Lakeland area. Barwan told the victim that he had been deployed to Afghanistan and Germany and he spoke other languages. The victim stated she was 100 percent convinced that Barwan was an actual military officer.

Barwan began asking the victim for money to help pay his phone bill, rent, and for food. She stated she gave Barwan approximately $150-$200 to help him out, still under the impression that he was a military officer. Barwan then asked for $60 to buy an online Microsoft program that he needed for his assignment in the military. The victim took Barwan to the GameStop in Lakeland and gave him $60 for the online program to help him with his duties in the military.

The victim stopped talking to Barwan near the end of October 2016 as she felt he was lying to her. Barwan continued to call and text her, which she ignored. One day, Barwan sent the victim a text message stating; “Fine don’t want to answer than I’m going to your house” followed by another message that read, “See you there.” The victim replied to Barwan’s text “Stay the [expletive] away from my house.” Barwan then replied with a winking face emoji and “You’ll do what? Call the police ha lol good luck with that you’ll find out that im way too connected” followed by another message stating “See you soon.”

The victim told deputies she wanted to contact Law Enforcement because she was scared of Barwan’s intimidation.  She stated because Barwan stated he was “connected” it placed her in fear of retaliation. She contacted Law Enforcement on 02/15/2017 after learning that Barwan was in jail.

Deputies obtained Barwan’s Report of Separation and Record of Service from the Army National Guard of Kentucky. Barwan enlisted in the Army National Guard of Kentucky on 03/20/2007 and was discharged on 01/22/2008 at the rank of Private 2nd Class, which is the first promotion most enlisted Soldiers can earn after completing basic combat training. Barwan was discharged for failure to meet medical procurement standards and his character of service is listed as “uncharacterized.” An uncharacterized discharge from the military is an entry-level separation issued when the enlisted person has fewer than 180 days of service. Deputies completed a Request Pertaining to Military Records, SF180, and sent it to the National Personnel Records Center. Deputies received a response stating no other Military records were located. These records prove that Barwan is no longer affiliated with the Army/Army National Guard, is not an Officer, was never deployed, and was never injured in the line of duty.

Barwan violated F.S.S. 817.312 by misrepresenting himself as a member of the United States Army while soliciting and obtaining charitable contributions from the victim. PCSO previously arrested Barwan on 01/25/2017 for the same charge with a different victim.

Barwan violated F.S.S. 914.22(E) by knowingly intimating the victim in an effort to hinder her from contacting Law Enforcement. 
ORIGINAL NEWS RELEASE SENT ON 01-26-2017: On Wednesday, January 25, 2017, PCSO deputies obtained an arrest warrant for 27-year-old Kyle Christopher Barwan of Glen Road in Lakeland for Soliciting Funds/Misrepresenting Military Service (F-3). 
 
FSS 817.312 – Unlawful use of uniforms, medals, or insignia.– (1) A person may not misrepresent himself or herself as a member or veteran of the military or wear the uniform of or any medal or insignia authorized for use by members or veterans of the military which he or she is not authorized to wear while soliciting for charitable contributions or for the purpose of material gain.
In December 2016, PCSO received a tip from someone who read a blog about Barwan impersonating military officers. During the investigation, deputies learned Barwan has previously been arrested and charged federally for impersonating an officer in the military, in two different states (Kentucky and Illinois). Barwan befriended a Polk County woman online, and told her many lies about his military service while also soliciting money from her “to benefit one of his fellow soldiers who was injured in the war.”
 
Barwan was taken into custody in Plant City on January 25th, and booked into the Hillsborough County Jail on the Polk County warrant. He will be transferred to the Polk County Jail at a later time.
 
“Lying about being in the military to steal money from someone is not only egregious, it’s against the law. It’s also a slap in the face to all the fine men and women across the nation who have served in our country’s military with honor. Kyle Barwan is a disgrace.” – Grady Judd, Sheriff

Fiddlers Ridge Winery Gift Basket Giveaway

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Fiddlers Ridge Winery Gift Basket Giveaway
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Fiddlers Ridge Farms and Winery produces seven different wines, all hand-crafted using only Florida fresh and local ingredients. The lineup includes honey, peach and of course, their most noteworthy blueberry wine.
The Farmer family invites you to stop by and sample their wine at their wine-tasting bar and maybe pick-up a gift basket for friends or family.
Fiddlers Ridge Farms and Winery is located on the west side of US Highway 27, in the Longleaf Business Park, approximately two miles south of State Road 60 at 1750 Longleaf Blvd. Suite#4 in Lake Wales Florida.
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They’re open Tuesday thru Saturday from 11AM to 6PM
For more info call (863) 676-8200 or email at [email protected]
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2017 Winners of The Lake Wales Art Festival

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2017 Winners of The Lake Wales Art Festival

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2017 Lake Wales Arts Festival Winners

John Canterbury  Best of Show  $4,000  Photography

David Hunter  Presidents Award Exceptional Work $2,500  Graphics & Printing Making

Jeff Eckert CB&T Award Exceptional Work   $2,500  Drawing & Pastels

Robert Copeland  Award of Excellence $1,000   Photography

Trent Manning   Award of Excellence  $1,000   Mixed Media

Marilyn Rackelman   Award of Excellence  $1,000  Sculpture

Clovis Rusk  Award of Excellence  $1,000  Oil & Acrylic

Jeff Ripple  Award of Distinction  $500  Oil & Acrylic

Collin Margerum  Award of Distinction  $500  Drawing & Pastels

Roly Ray Reel  Award of Distinction $500  Mixed Media

Paul Stevens  Award of Distinction $500  Photography

Kenyatta Ray  Award of Distinction $500 Mixed Media

Scott Anderson     Award of Merit  $300  Wood

Karen Owens  Award of Merit  $300  Graphics & Printing Making

Emmauel Maldonado   Award of Merit  $300  Clay & Porcelin

Adam Pourciau  Award of Merit  $300 Photography

Debbie Stillman  Award of Merit  $300  Jewelry

Winter Haven Police Investigating Dead Body Found Sunday Morning 

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Winter Haven Police Investigating Dead Body Found Sunday Morning 
Death Investigation

Updated 11:10am 

Winter Haven, Florida – According to Jaime Brown, public information officer with the Winter Haven Police Department, a deceased person has been found this morning. The area police are conducting the investigation is Roselawn St.

According to a witness at the scene the body was located around 6am this morning. The body is of a male.

The investigation is ongoing at this time. Brown advised at this it apears the death is of natural causes.

We will update this article as soon as more information is available.

Woman Killed In Deadly Frostproof Crash Friday Night

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Woman Killed In Deadly Frostproof Crash Friday Night


Frostproof, Florida – Around 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2017, a white Nissan Altima being driven by 43-year-old Angela Dickhaus of Frostproof had just left the McDonald’s and was heading southbound on Scenic Hwy (SR 17), near Old Fort Meade Rd, when it was struck on the passenger side by a blue Ford F-150 truck that was heading eastbound on Old Fort Meade Rd, being driven by 19-year-old Tristan Benning of Lakeland.

Both vehicles spun and then crashed into a power pole, which broke in half.

Benning told deputies, and the evidence indicates, that he did not see the stop sign at the end of Old Fort Meade Rd, and traveled into the intersection, where he struck the Altima.

The passenger in the Altima, Angela’s mother, 66-year-old Leilani Dickhaus, died at the scene. Angela was transported to Florida Heartland Hospital where she is in stable condition.

Neither Tristan nor his passenger, 20-year-old Kathryn Springfield, were injured.

All occupants of both vehicles were wearing seatbelts.

The roadways in that area were shut down throughout the evening due to the downed power pole.

The investigation is ongoing.

CR 630 E Fire UPDATE

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CR 630 E Fire UPDATE
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Polk County Fire Rescue and Florida Forest Service continue to battle the CR 630 E fire, which is about 50 percent contained and is about 5,000 acres.
The current focus is to extinguish flare-ups, spot overs and monitor smoke and fire conditions near the roadways. There are no evacuations in place at this time and no residential structures are in danger.
There are active fires in the camping and hunting grounds of the River Ranch Hunt Club. There are more than 100 campsite structures destroyed there, but it’s extremely difficult to pinpoint the exact number since there is no official record of campsites placed there.
Currently, the conditions are dry and humidity is low. This means the threat of flare-ups and spot overs are higher than the last 48 hours. Thankfully, winds are expected to remain calm, so the movement of the fire should be slow.
Dense fog is expected to occur Saturday morning. Crews will monitor roadways closely. Motorists who plan to travel on State Road 60 between County Road 630 and State Road 441 (Yeehaw Junction); or along County Road 630 to Walk in Water Road, should be prepared to travel a different route.
Polk Fire has approximately 25 personnel and Florida Forest Service has approximately 50 personnel on scene.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Florida Highway Patrol, and Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement are assisting with law enforcement, traffic control and scouting.
Homeowners who lost primary residences due to fire and did not have insurance can contact Polk County Housing and Neighborhood Development on (863) 534-5240 to see if they qualify for assistance. This is only applicable to permitted primary structures.
 
Acreage
  • 5,000 acres
Affected areas
  • North and south of SR 60
  • South of SR 630
  • River Ranch Hunting Club
  • Indian Lake Estates
Message to the public
People in the area will see hotspots. This is normal. Also, residents need to stay alert and watch for emergency vehicles. Our crews’ response time have been delayed at times due to motorists slowing down to look at damage.
Evacuations
There are no evacuation orders, but those who camp or reside in the River Ranch Hunt Club should vacate the camps and seek alternative shelter.
Residential structures destroyed
  • 12 residential structures
Fatalities
  • One canine

Former PCSO Civilian Detention Clerk Arrested for Sexual Misconduct With Inmate in 2015

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Former PCSO Civilian Detention Clerk Arrested for Sexual Misconduct With Inmate in 2015
Former PCSO Civilian Detention Clerk Arrested for Sexual Misconduct With Inmate in 2015
 
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On Thursday, February 16, 2017, PCSO deputies arrested 21-year-old Tanquisia McGill of Lakeland, for one count Sexual misconduct between detention facility employees and inmates (FSS 951.221) (F-3), one count Interference with county prisoners (FSS 951.19) (M-2), and one count Culpable Negligence (FSS 784.05) (M-2), after investigation revealed that she had consensual sexual intercourse with a South County Jail inmate on one occasion in December 2015, that resulted in the conception of a child.
 
The inmate, Johnathan Lott (DOB 3/26/1996) was arrested by the Lakeland Police Department in 2015 for several charges related to a traffic fatality, for which he was indicted by the grand jury. In January 2016, he was convicted and sentenced to 25 years in prison. 
 
According to the affidavit  in December 2015, McGill allowed Lott out of his cell and into an area where she was working, and they had sex. He was transferred to Santa Rosa state prison in February 2016. The baby that was conceived was born in September 2016.  McGill has maintained a relationship with Lott through telephone calls, which was recently reported to PCSO. Deputies immediately began an investigation, and during a post-Miranda interview, McGill confessed to the sexual misconduct inside the jail. McGill told detectives she listed Lott as the father on the child’s birth certificate.
 
McGill was hired by PCSO in October 2014 as a Detention Support Specialist, working in the South County Jail in Frostproof. She was paid an hourly rate of $13.23. She resigned from PCSO upon her arrest – had she not resigned, she would have been terminated.
 
The following is an excerpt from her affidavit, and is self-explanatory:

The suspect intentionally and unlawfully engaged in sexual misconduct with an inmate at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, South County Jail Facility by having sexual intercourse with inmate Johnathan Lott (booking #14-20020). At the time of this incident, the suspect was employed by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office as a Detention Support Specialist and her duty station was the South County Jail. Inmate Lott was booked into the Polk County Jail on 09-22-14 and remained at the facility until 02-08-16 when he was transferred to Santa Rosa Correctional Institute to serve a prison sentence after he was convicted.

The suspect became pregnant due to her sexual misconduct with inmate Lott and the child was born on 09-04-16. The child shares inmate Lott’s last name and inmate Lott is listed as the father of the child on the birth certificate.

A post Miranda interview was conducted with the suspect concerning this incident. The suspect advised that she started a romantic relationship with inmate Lott, while he was incarcerated. The suspect stated that on one occasion, she let inmate Lott out of his secured sleeping cell and allowed him to come into the control room with her to have sex. She became pregnant from the one incident of sexual intercourse.

Through this investigation, it has been determined that the suspect committed sexual misconduct by a detention employee, by having sexual intercourse with inmate Lott. The suspect also interfered with county prisoners by inciting inmate Lott to be disobedient.  This was done when she unlawfully allowed inmate Lott out of his secured cell and into the housing dorm.  She then allowed inmate Lott access into a secure control room, where the two engaged in sex.  Inmates are not allowed in the control rooms.  The suspect engaged in sexual intercourse with inmate Lott, while the Detention Deputies were serving meals to inmates in the other dorm. This act exposed the Detention Deputies as well as other inmates to injury due to the fact that the suspect was responsible for control of all locking mechanisms for all of the cells in the dorms and was not able to properly observe the housing area, Detention Deputies or other inmates. The act of allowing inmate Lott into the control room, gave inmate Lott direct access to the same electrical controls to all of the doors as well as intermediate weapons and keys to the facility.

The suspect was arrested and charged with sexual misconduct by a detention employee with an inmate, interference with county prisoners and culpable negligence.
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