Lake Wales Medical Center Names Jeff Bassett as Employee of the Month

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Lake Wales Medical Center Names Jeff Bassett as Employee of the Month

JEFF BASSETT NAMED EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

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Lake Wales, FL – Jeff Bassett, Maintenance Engineer in Plant Operations, was named October Employee of the month at Lake Wales Medical Center. Jeff has worked for the hospital for the past three years.

 

“Jeff is committed to his job; he makes sure that the job is done safely and correctly,” a co-worker wrote in nominating him. “He takes the extra step to ensure that a problem won’t happen again. He is always willing to help his co-workers or visitors when he sees that they need help. He is always courteous and kind. In 2014, he did a phenomenal job transforming the hospital’s golf cart into a toy train for the Lake Wales Christmas parade. He’s a great team player who cares about making sure things are done with excellence.”

LWMC OFFERS FREE INFORMATION SESSION ON HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE

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LWMC OFFERS FREE INFORMATION SESSION ON HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE

LWMC OFFERS FREE INFORMATION SESSION

 ON HEALTH INSURANCE MARKETPLACE

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LAKE WALES –  Interested in signing-up for health coverage on the Health Insurance Marketplace? Find the process overwhelming or confusing? Lake Wales Medical Center is ready to help.

 

The hospital will hold a free information sessions at Lake Wales Care Center’s Community Room. 140 E. Park Ave., on Tuesday, Nov. 29 at 6 p.m. Certified Assisters will be on-site to share information, answer questions, and to schedule free appointments for application assistance. Refreshments will be served.

 

Open Enrollment opened Nov. 1 and continues through Jan. 31. This marks the federal government’s fourth annual campaign to extend healthcare coverage to more Americans, specifically to those who otherwise wouldn’t have access to services or who would face a financial crisis due to medical bills.

 

“We have helped hundreds of individuals enroll on the Marketplace since it first launched four years ago,” said Rebecca Brewer, CEO of Lake Wales Medical Center. “It’s very gratifying to help individuals enroll knowing they will be able to access healthcare when they need it. It’s a relief for so many people.”

 

Lake Wales Medical Center also is offering free one-on-one assistance throughout the Open Enrollment period at the hospital. Residents can schedule appointments by calling 863-678-2734, or can book an appointment online at www.GetCoveredAmerica.org/connector. Certified assisters will help with plan comparisons, determining any tax credits or discounts, and filling-out applications.

Cooking on The Ridge: Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

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Cooking on The Ridge: Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

Awesome Broccoli-Cheese Casserole

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Ingredients

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup mayonnaise
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
8 ounces shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 pinches paprika
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Directions

  • Prep 15 m

  • Cook 1 h

  • Ready In 1 h 15 m

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed cream of mushroom soup, mayonnaise, egg and onion.
  3. Place frozen broccoli into a very large mixing bowl. (I like to use my large stainless steel bowl to mix this recipe thoroughly.) Break up the frozen broccoli. Using a rubber spatula, scrape soup-mayonnaise mixture on top of broccoli, and mix well. Sprinkle on cheese and mix well. Spread mixture into prepared baking dish, and smooth top of casserole. Season to taste with salt, pepper and paprika.
  4. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour in the preheated oven.

Frostproof Man’s Death While An Inmate In South County Jail Being Investigated

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Frostproof Man’s Death While An Inmate In South County Jail Being Investigated

Frostproof, Florida – Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating the death of a Polk County Jail inmate who was found unresponsive in an isolation cell at approximately 12:40 am, Saturday, November 19, 2016.  

23-year-old Brandon Lee Levan of Frostproof was jailed on charges of Simple Assault/Threat to do Violence, Unarmed Burglary of Occupied Dwelling, and Impersonating a Law Enforcement Officer.  He was arrested in September 2016.  At the time of his arrest, Levan was baker acted and was subsequently housed by himself in SMED Unit under a suicide watch.   

While conducting routine rounds, detention deputies observed Levan lying, face up, in his cell and appeared to be sleeping.  On a second round, within 12 minutes of the previous check, a detention deputy attempted to verbally wake Levan but was unsuccessful.  Detention deputies then entered the cell – found Leven physically unresponsive and CPR was immediately started.  An AED was utilized and a shock was not advised. Detention deputies continued CPR until EMS arrived on scene and took over. Polk County Emergency Services arrived and continued to render aid.  Levan was pronounced deceased by EMS at approximately 1:19 am.   

There was no apparent trauma.  An autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause and manner of death.  

Levan had Exostosis, which is an abnormal formation of a bony growth on existing bones.  Levan’s medication was administered via injection by jail medical personnel.  Levan was baker acted in 2013, 2015, and again at the time of his arrest in September 2016.  During the screening process as he was being booked into the jail in September, Levan admitted to regular methamphetamine use, K-2 use, and alcohol abuse.     

Levan’s criminal arrest history includes charges of DWLSR in February 2015 – citation given; Possession of Xanax, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia in April 2016- booked into jail; and as previously mentioned, he was arrested for Simple Assault/Threat to do Violence, Unarmed Burglary of Occupied Dwelling, and Impersonating a Law Enforcement Officer in September 2016.  

This is an ongoing death investigation. It is standard PCSO policy for four separate mandated, independent investigations to be conducted when an inmate dies. The PCSO Administrative Investigations Section is conducting an internal review. The PCSO Bureau of Criminal Investigations is conducting the death investigation. The Polk County Medical Examiner will conduct the autopsy to determine the manner and cause of death. The State Attorney of the 10th Judicial Circuit will review the administrative and criminal investigation, as well as the autopsy information, and conduct their own separate investigation.

Polk County Deputies Investigating Possible Stabbing Homicide

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Polk County Deputies Investigating Possible Stabbing Homicide


Lakeland, Florida – Polk County Sheriff’s 0ffice Homicide detectives are conducting a suspicious death investigation at 12505 Country Place Road, in Lakeland.

A call was received at approximately 10:53 pm, on Friday, November 18, 2016, reporting a possible stabbing at the aforementioned address.

Upon their arrival, deputies located 32-year-old Gabriel Gamino, Country Place Road, Lakeland, with an obvious injury to his face.  Gamino was transported to Lakeland Regional Health where he later died at 11:50 pm.

Through the investigation, detectives learned Gamino had been in an altercation with an unknown male in Gamino’s front yard.  The unknown male struck Gamino then fled the area.  Gamino went to a neighbor’s house for assistance where he collapsed.

This is an active and ongoing investigation.  Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact the PCSO at 863.298.6200.

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Polk State Names Andy Oguntola Director of JD Alexander Center In Lake Wales 

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Polk State Names Andy Oguntola Director of JD Alexander Center In Lake Wales 

Lake Wales, Florida – Polk State College has named Andy Oguntola as director of the Polk State JD Alexander Center in Lake Wales.

A Lake Wales resident, Oguntola comes to Polk State from Valencia College, where he served as director of admissions and registration and as adjunct professor.
Oguntola earned a bachelor’s degree and a Master of Business Administration from Webber International University. He is working toward a doctorate in education from Nova Southeastern University.
“Living in Lake Wales for the last 15 years, I’ve seen the ability of Polk State to grow,” says Oguntola.
“I’ve seen what the Polk State JD Alexander Center does for the city of Lake Wales, and I want the Center to not only be in the city but also to become of the city.
“I believe I can bring my skills and talents to be strategic and create successful relationships for students at Polk State.”
In his new position, Oguntola plans to focus on promoting higher education in general and Polk State in particular.
“One of my biggest goals is to make sure that every student in Lake Wales has a chance to go to college,” he said.
“That’s my main focus — to make sure we get in the community and show these kids that Polk State is right in their backyard.”
Achieving that goal, said Oguntola, will require a team effort.
“I call it a team, but we’re really a family. I want to inspire this group of individuals and these leaders to push ourselves to the maximum potential and to grow this campus to its fullest potential.”
As a Lake Wales resident who is active in his community, Oguntola looks forward to partnering with local leaders.
“I have strategic relationships in the city and I know a lot of individuals and believe we can sit down and have conversations and really try to figure out ways that we can work together to create successful opportunities for students.
“I also want to focus on parents because as they learn what Polk State offers, they will encourage their kids to go to college and some of those adult learners will also come to college. We’ll try to bring both students and parents to college.”
Local leaders in Lake Wales also look forward to working with Oguntola.
“We are pleased to hear that Mr. Oguntola was selected as the new director for the Polk State JD Alexander Center,” said Jesse Jackson, superintendent of the Lake Wales Charter Schools.
“Since opening its doors, the Polk State JD Alexander Center has become an important higher education resource for the Lake Wales community. Those of us who have had the privilege of working with Mr. Oguntola know him as an extremely resourceful and passionate person when addressing the needs of students.
“We look forward to his passion and leadership as the new director for the Polk State JD Alexander Center.”
Donna Dunson, principal of Lake Wales High School agrees.
“I am extremely happy over the appointment of Andy; he is one of the finest men I know,” she said.
“His work with Lake Wales High School has helped us dramatically increase our college acceptance rate. This is excellent news for the Lake Wales community. Once again, Polk State President Eileen Holden is looking out for our students.”
Reaction at Polk State is equally positive.
“We are excited for Andy to join our team,” said Polk State Winter Haven Dean of Student Services Larry Pakowski.
“His enthusiasm and experience will make him an asset to the College, but it is his dedication and passion to serve the Lake Wales community that makes him the ideal candidate for this position.

“With Andy at the helm, I truly believe the Polk State JD Alexander Center will soar to new heights.”

Polk Mugshot Of The Day – November 18, 2016

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Polk Mugshot Of The Day – November 18, 2016

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Every weekday around mid-day we will have the Polk Mugshot of  The Day. The mugshot will be someone arrested in Polk County in the past couple of weeks. The mugshot along with the charges will be posted. Please remember these individuals are innocent until proven guilty.

Inmate Name: RAMSEY, SHAUN N
Booking Number: 2016-042584
Booking Date: 11/4/2016
Race: W Sex: M DOB: 9/13/1982
Height: 510 Weight: 170
Charge Number 1
Statute: 784.03(1)(A)1.* Dom Viol-Battery Touch or Strike
Charge on Arrest Docket: DV- BATTERY TOUCH OR STRIKE

Mr. Ramsey has been arrested over 10 times in the last 10 years in multiple Florida counties. He has also been a registered felon since 05/15/2009

Here are previous mugshot’s of Mr. Ramsey

No claims to the accuracy of this information are made. The information and photos presented on this site have been collected from the websites of The Polk County Sheriff’s Offices. The people featured on this site may not have been convicted of the charges or crimes listed and are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Do not rely on this site to determine factual criminal records. Contact the respective county clerk of State Attorney’s Office for more information. All comments and opinions are submitted by Internet users, and in no way reflect the views or opinions of this site’s operators.

Winter Haven Police Investigating A Possible Homicide After Car Rolls Into Apartment

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Winter Haven Police Investigating A Possible Homicide After Car Rolls Into Apartment

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Winter Haven, Florida – On 11-18-16 at 1:28 a.m. a 9-1-1 call was recevied initially as a vehicle crash into an apartment located at 645 Ave I Northwest in Winter Haven.

The caller stated that a vehicle rolled into the back of her apartment from an adjacent parking lot with what appeared to be a man who was passed out. When officers arrived, 39 year-old Jimmie Lee Rogers, Jr was found unresponsive with what appeared to be a gunshot wound.

EMS responded and transported Rogers to Winter Haven Hospital where he was declared deceased. At this time, investigators are working this scene as a homicide.

The victim’s family has been notified and responded to the hospital.

Polk Sheriff’s Department Searching For Escaped Trustee

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UPDATE – Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies located and arrested escaped trusty inmate 45-year-old Joseph Flanagin.

Flanagin was located in the Providence and Kathleen Road area of north Lakeland.  He is custody.  He faces charges of Escape and Grand Theft Auto.
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies are conducting a search for inmate trusty, 45-year-old Joseph Flanagin of Lakeland. Flanagin was last seen by Polk County BoCC employee at 3:30 pm at the county’s fleet maintenance building located at 2490 Bob Phillips Road, in Bartow.  Flanagin took a white Ford pick-up truck but the truck has since been recovered.
Flanagin was arrested on September 22, 2016 charged with VOP Petit Theft 3rd Conviction, and was sentenced to 300 days in the county jail – he had already served 66 trusty days.

Flanagain is described as being a white male, six feet tall and weighing approximately 180-200 pounds.  He has brown hair color with a shaved head and hazel eyes.  Flanagin is wanted for vehicle theft, and escape.

This is an active an ongoing investigation, when there is additional information to release it will be forwarded via media alert.

POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – NOVEMBER 17, 2016

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POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – NOVEMBER 17, 2016

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Nov 16, 2016By 0 Comments Posted in: PolkMugShot.com

Race: W Sex: F DOB: 3/7/1990 Height: 511 Weight: 250

Charge Number 1

Statute: 817.034(4)(A)3. Obtain Property by Fraud < $20,000
Charge on Arrest Docket: OBTAIN PROPERTY BY FRAUD $20,000
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032605 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 2

Statute: 817.61…. Fraudulent Use of Credit Card >$100
Charge on Arrest Docket: FRAUDULENT USE OF CREDIT CARD
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032606 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 3

Statute: 817.61…. Fraudulent Use of Credit Card >$100
Charge on Arrest Docket: FRAUDULENT USE OF CREDIT CARD
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Bond Number: B032607 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
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Charge Number 4

Statute: 817.61…. Fraudulent Use of Credit Card >$100
Charge on Arrest Docket: FRAUDULENT USE OF CREDIT CARD
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032608 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 5

Statute: 817.61…. Fraudulent Use of Credit Card >$100
Charge on Arrest Docket: FRAUDULENT USE OF CREDIT CARD
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032609 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 6

Statute: 812.014(2)(C)1 Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Charge on Arrest Docket: Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032610 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 7

Statute: 812.014(2)(C)1 Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Charge on Arrest Docket: Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032611 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 8

Statute: 812.014(2)(C)1 Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Charge on Arrest Docket: Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
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Bond Number: B032612 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 9

Statute: 812.014(2)(C)1 Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
Charge on Arrest Docket: Grand Theft – $300 – < $5,000
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Bond Number: B032613 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 10

Statute: 831.02 Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Charge on Arrest Docket: Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032614 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 11

Statute: 831.02 Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Charge on Arrest Docket: Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032615 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 12

Statute: 831.02 Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Charge on Arrest Docket: Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
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Statute: 831.02 Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
Charge on Arrest Docket: Pass Forged/Altered Instrument
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Bond Number: B032617 Purge Number:
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Charge Number 14

Statute: 817.568(2)(A).. Criminal Use of Personal Identification
Charge on Arrest Docket: Criminal Use of Personal Identificat
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Bond Number: B032618 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Charge Number 15

Statute: 817.568(2)(A).. Criminal Use of Personal Identification
Charge on Arrest Docket: Criminal Use of Personal Identificat
Bond Type: SB
Bond Number: B032619 Purge Number:
Purge/Bond Amount: Surety: 1000.00
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