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Shop with a Cop Brings Holiday Cheer to Local Children

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LAKE WALES — Smiles filled the aisles at the Lake Wales Walmart this past Friday as Lake Wales police officers teamed up with local children for this year’s annual Shop with a Cop event. The heartwarming tradition pairs area law enforcement...
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Traffic Stop in Winter Haven Leads to Three Felony Drug Arrests

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A traffic stop in Winter Haven resulted in three arrests on felony drug charges after officers discovered cocaine and other narcotics-related items inside a vehicle. On Monday, December 15, 2025, at approximately 9:28 p.m., a Winter Haven patrol officer observed...
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Understanding Smishing: How to Protect Yourself from Text Message Scams

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Smishing—short for “SMS phishing”—is a growing tactic used by cybercriminals to deceive victims into sharing sensitive or personal information through fraudulent text messages. These messages are crafted to look legitimate but are designed to trick you into clicking harmful...
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Eagle Lake Man Arrested For Aggravated Child Abuse In Case Involving Critically Injured Three-Month-Old

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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 24-year-old Zachary Ingram (DOB 12/05/01)of Eagle Lake and charged him with aggravated child abuse, a first degree felony, for causing critical injuries to a three-month-old baby for whom he was caring. The investigation began on...
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PCSO Arrests Eight Philadelphia Teens Accused of Stealing $2,296 From Dick’s in Posner Plaza

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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has arrested eight teenagers who were caught in the act of conspiring to steal more than $2,000 worth of merchandise from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Posner Plaza, Davenport. On...
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Big Changes Ahead for Polk County Fire Rescue

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Big Changes Ahead for Polk County Fire Rescue Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) is gearing up for an exciting new chapter as major improvements are underway at its training facilities. Recent photos from the current training center highlight the progress...
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Mulberry Woman Arrested After Allegedly Taking Vibrating Bullet From Walmart

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A Mulberry woman was arrested on Sunday afternoon after she allegedly took merchandise from the Mulberry Walmart without paying, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. The incident happened on November 23 around 4:03 p.m. Walmart security detained the woman...
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Stolen Truck Out Of Winter Haven Recovered In Auburndale; Two Women Arrested On Drug Charges

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A Chevy pickup truck reported stolen from a Winter Haven residence on Sunday, November 23rd, was later recovered on a property in Auburndale, where two women were allegedly found inside the vehicle. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, deputies...
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Overnight Crash at Bowen Yard Leaves SoCe Market Damaged; Driver Facing Multiple Charges

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Winter Haven – An overnight crash caused significant damage at Bowen Yard after a truck slammed into the SoCe Market building early Thursday morning. Winter Haven Police and Winter Haven Fire responded around 12:30 a.m. to 326 Ave C SW...
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Burglary, Battery, And Attempted Murder Charges Filed After Violent Incident In Auburndale

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Auburndale, Florida – A 67-year-old man, John Power, and his daughter, Rachel Frueh, are facing serious charges after a violent confrontation at an Auburndale home on October 25. Their granddaughter and daughter, Cheyenne Randall, was at the center of...
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Live Music This Weekend in Winter Haven: Where to Catch Local Artists

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Live music fans will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy local performers this weekend in Winter Haven, with solo artists, bands, karaoke and a...
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