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Single Vehicle Crash Takes Out Power Pole, Two Trauma Patients Transported by Air in Lake Wales

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Single Vehicle Crash Takes Out Power Pole, Two Trauma Patients Transported by Air in Lake Wales

A traffic collision in Lake Wales has resulted in injuries and the downing of a power pole, requiring road closure for most of the night and hours to come.

According to Polk County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer, Meghan Petty, PCSO was dispatched to a crash at 3111 Masterpiece Road (near the intersection of Timberlane Rd.) at 1:11 AM. Lake Wales Daily is advised that a single vehicle crashed into a power line.

A Polk County Fire Rescue representative advises that two trauma alert patients were transported by air with injuries. No further information on injuries is available at this time.

As of 7 AM this morning, the powerlines are still down at or near the intersection of Timberlane Road and Masterpiece Road. The officer on scene has advised that the lines that are down may still be live as Duke Energy works to remedy the situation. They are currently working and drivers are strongly advised to avoid this area as both directions of Masterpiece Rd., and Timberlane Rd. approaching the intersection, are closed.

This intersection is expected to be closed for several hours as Duke Energy Works to restore power and repair or replace the damaged pole. Several people have reported intermittent power outages through the night and this morning. This can be expected as crews work on the repairs.

Plan to find an alternate route if you are planning travel within this area.

As always, drive safe.

Intersection of Masterpiece Road and Timberlane Road

In Loving Memory of Cathy Anne Diaz

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In Loving Memory of Cathy Anne Diaz

Nov 16 Cathy Anne Diaz

September 28th, 1964 – October 10th, 2024

Cathy Anne Diaz, 60, of Winter Haven Fl passed away of Alzheimer’s Disease October 10, 2024 at the Good Shepherd Hospice Forsythe House in Auburndale Fl.  Cathy was born in Winter Haven and lived her entire life there where she enjoyed music, dancing, bowling, art, and participated in several Special Olympics playing basketball and won several Gold Medals in Swimming and Diving. 

Cathy was preceded in death by her father Ralph Diaz Sr, mother Olga Leon Diaz, and sister Sharon Elaine Diaz of Winter Haven Fl. Cathy is survived by sister Irene Diaz Simmons of Winter Haven Fl and brother Ralph Diaz Jr of Riverview Fl and her Godmother Aunt Alma Leon Perricone of Tampa Fl. 

Family members who were a large part of Cathy’s life include: 

Nephew Anthony LaRocca and wife Melissa with Angelina, Isabella, Mark, Valorie, and RJ.   

Nephew Tommy LaRocca and wife Andrea with Tommy, Timmy, Marlena, and Josh.

Nieces Dawn Marie Diaz, Sharon Diaz Edwards with Taylor Edwards and Amelia Edwards, Meghan Louise Diaz with Joey, Makayla, and Tomas. 

On Saturday, November 16, 2024, a service will be held at 10:30am at St Joseph Catholic Church located at 532 Ave M NW, Winter Haven, Fl 33881 followed by a reception in the FLC 2 room. During the reception anyone wishing to attend the internment service at the Lakeside Memorial Park and Cemetery can follow the procession to the cemetery then return to the reception. 

Cathy will be missed by all who knew her for her happy and loving personality and the love she shared with everyone who came in contact with her.

Tanners Lakeside 7th Annual Toy Drive December 15

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Tanners Lakeside 7th Annual Toy Drive December 15

Bring the whole family to Tanners Lakeside for our 7th Annual Toy Drive, Sunday, December 15th. Photos with Santa 1-5pm. Live music 2-6pm. Raffles, 50/50, and so much more!

BRING A TOY VALUED AT $5 OR UP TILL THE DAY OF THE EVENT DECEMBER 10TH AND RECEIVE 1 TICKET PER TOY, NO LIMIT, INTO A DRAWING WITH 2 CHANCES TO WIN EITHER A CHEST OF CHEERS OR A $50 GIFT CERTIFICATE. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO WIN.

Tanners Lakeside is located at 1006 S Lake Howard Drive in Winter Haven

Lake Wales Care Center Invitational Golf Tournament Nov. 16

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Lake Wales Care Center Invitational Golf Tournament Nov. 16

The 32nd Annual Lake Wales Care Center Invitational Golf Tournament, sponsored by Chemical Containers, Inc., has a new date of Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 8:00am EST – 8:00pm at Lake Wales Country Club.

Money raised supports the many community ministries Care Center provides. Because of the generosity of the business community in sponsoring this event, all of the golfer registration fees support Care Center directly. 

Registration closes on Friday, November 15. To register, or for tickets, please contact Lake Wales Care Center directly.

Pair Arrested For Trespassing In An Active Lake Wales Construction Site

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Pair Arrested For Trespassing In An Active Lake Wales Construction Site

Monday 10/21/2024 at approximately 11:55pm the Lake Wales Police we’re called to a possible trespassing at a current Lake Wales construction site. Officers arrested Makayla White DOB: 04/16/1990 & John Riff DOB: 01/30/1992 charging them with Trespassing on a Posted Construction Site.

The following is a redacted, but unedited portion of the Lake Wales Police Department arrest affidavit for White. Riffs affidavit is almost identical (It should be noted that this is an unedited report of facts by the Lake Wales Police Department. These facts are up for question and everyone is entitled to question the validity of facts by law enforcement in a court of law. The Lake Wales Daily Ridge does not rewrite these facts as some meanings or interpretations could be in error and change context. We hope readers appreciate being able to read the information and come to their own understanding and conclusions. A suspect is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.) :

“ On Monday, 10/21/2024, I responded to an active construction site of a subdivision located near REDACTED in reference to subjects trespassing on the property. An off duty Polk County Sheriff’s Office Deputy (REDACTED) notified Lake Wales Police that there were suspicious individuals in the construction site located at Grove Ave,and Hamlin Street. Officers were advised of several subjects were on site with flashlights. Once on scene, I observed one white male and one white female subjects currently detained by Officers. One subject was later identified as Defendant Makayla Jean White.


This site is currently an active construction site for a new subdivision where all the homes are currently a construction site. Makayla stated she was there to get stuff out of the dumpsters. There was a significant amount of property that was taken. The defendant Makayla Jean White was located inside the cargo van in front of two homes inside the construction site. She was detained and questioned post Miranda about what she was doing at the site at this hour of night. She advised they were going through the dumpsters on the property. Multiple items of construction material to include a full uncut 4 ‘ 8 ‘ sheet of plywood, multiple concrete blocks, rebar, and large rolls of electrical wire were located inside the vehicle she was driving.


Makayla stated at no time did she enter any of the homes and the all the property taken was out near the street or dumpster. Be advised that all the property taken seemed brand new and never used. It has yet been determined if the property was taken from the dumpsters or from inside the homes being built. I was clear that Makayla White and her co-defendant were there for the purpose of salvaging construction material in violation of the posted sign prohibiting trespass, salvage or dumping debris.


There is clearly posted signs at every single construction home that states “LENNAR, NO TRESPASSING, No Salvage or Dumping Debris, Violators Will Be Guilty of a Felony”. Based on the information obtained, Makayla Jean White will be charged with Trespassing on a Posted Construction Site 810.09(2) (c)* The construction manager’s name is also listed on the signs and permit numbers are located on each sign.”

Both suspects have been given court dates. White posted bond and has a court date 12/9/2024. Riff had a court date 11/8/2024, but details are not yet available.

One Person Killed In Vehicle Vs Motorcycle Crash Near The Intersection Of Crump Rd & Country Club Rd.

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One Person Killed In Vehicle Vs Motorcycle Crash Near The Intersection Of Crump Rd & Country Club Rd.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at approximately 10:30  AM. The two-vehicle crash occurred near the intersection of Country Club Road and Crump Road in Winter Haven, and involved a motorcycle (Suzuki) and a 4-door sedan (Ford Focus).

PCSO deputies and Polk County Fire Rescue responded to the scene. Witness statements and evidence at the crash scene indicate that the motorcyclist – one of a group of five bikers – was traveling south on County Line Road behind the Ford Focus when the car began to execute a left turn onto Crump Road. The driver of the Ford, according to witnesses, had his left turn signal on. At the same time, the motorcycle crossed over the double yellow line in an attempt to pass the Ford on the left. The motorcycle struck the car on the driver’s side, and the motorcyclist – a 27-year-old Dade City man – was ejected. He was wearing a helmet, but suffered fatal injuries.

The PCSO Traffic Homicide detectives responded to the scene assumed the investigation. The Traffic Homicide Unit investigates all fatal crashes. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

Polk Mom Calls Deputies After Son Continuously Used Here Credit Card Without Permission

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Polk Mom Calls Deputies After Son Continuously Used Here Credit Card Without Permission

A Davenport woman has called Polk County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and had her son arrested after he allegedly used her credit card without her permission. Tyler Ewell, DOB: 7/29/92 is being charged with Florida State Statute 817.61. Fraudulent Use of Credit card Greater Than $100, Florida State Statute 812.014(2)(C)1 Grand Theft G T $750 Less Than $5000 and Florida State Statute 817.568(2)(A) Criminal use of personal Identification.

Ewell reportedly advised deputies “Ewell advised the reason why he does this, is due to the fact that she will not let him use the card to buy the stuff he wants”!

The following is a redacted, but unedited portion of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrest affidavit (It should be noted that this is an unedited report of facts by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. These facts are up for question and everyone is entitled to question the validity of facts by law enforcement in a court of law. The Daily Ridge does not rewrite these facts as some meanings or interpretations could be in error and change context. We hope readers appreciate being able to read the information and come to their own understanding and conclusions. A suspect is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.) :

Incident Location:


TheSingle family home located at REDACTED


On November 1, 2024, at approximately 0740 hours, I responded to the above address in reference to a Credit card fraud.


Upon arrival, I made contact with REDACTED (Mother) who advised that her sonwas using her credit card ending in REDACTED without her permission to make purchases at multiple locations. REDACTED advised that she had told her son to stop using her card without her consent or that she would involve law enforcement in reference to the matter. REDACTED stated this has been ongoing since September of 2024 with charges totaling $4384.87 on her credit card. REDACTED advised that her son Tyler has been using her credit card against her will and intentionally without her permission to make purchases. REDACTED provided a written sworn statement in reference to the incident that took place.


I made contact with Tyler David Ewell W/M 07/29/92 (Son). I spoke to Ewell in reference to the situation and asked him if he’s been using REDACTED credit card to make purchases in which Ewell advised he has. I read Ewell Miranda rights and advised him I was currently investigating him due to using a credit card without REDACTED permission. Ewell was aware of the situation and stated that he has been using REDACTED credit card ending in REDACTED to make purchases without her consent at multiple locations. Ewell advised me he was using her card without her permission and against her will. Ewell advised the reason why he does this, is due to the fact that she will not let him use the card to buy the stuff he wants so he takes the credit card without unauthorized permission. Ewell advised on the purchases he makes when he uses REDACTED cards which are at multiple smoke shops,Wawa gas station, Miller Ale House, and other purchases ETC. Ewell provided a sworn written statement admitting to using the credit card at multiple locations without permission from REDACTED.
REDACTED and Ewell completed a sworn written statement in reference to the incident that took place.


Ewell intentionally and willfully took the credit card from REDACTED in orderto benefit from it.


A query was conducted for Ewell on CIC warrants which yielded negative results.


Ewell was transported to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Processing Center without further incident.”

In Loving Memory of Deryl W. Futrill, 74

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In Loving Memory of Deryl W. Futrill, 74

Deryl W. Futrill, 74

Deryl W. Futrill of Haines City passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at Winter Haven Hospital.

He was born October 1, 1950, and has been a local resident since 1973. He was a retired forklift driver for Florida’s Natural and a member of the Grace Baptist Church. He was a founding member of the Lake Wales Moose Lodge, and he enjoyed fishing, but was known as “The Unlucky Fisherman”.

Deryl was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Futrill in 2007. Survivors include his sons, Brian “BJ” Futrill of Haines City and Travis Futrill of Lake Wales; and one grandson, Dylan Futrill.

Memorial service will be held at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales with Rev. Kerry Beatty officiating. Day and time of service to be scheduled.

Fire in Lakeland Temporarily Causes Lane Closure on County Line Road

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Fire in Lakeland Temporarily Causes Lane Closure on County Line Road

On November 9, 2024 Polk County Fire Rescue responded to a call regarding a fire at County Line Road & Shepherd Road in Lakeland.

The call came in around 7:17 p.m. and crews were dispatched at 7:20 p.m. Upon the crews’ arrival at 7:26 p.m., they found a large burn pile. There was water on the on fire at 7:28 p.m., and thanks to the fast working crews, the fire was under control at 7:37 p.m.

The Northbound lane of County Line Road was shut down for a period of time. Roadways are now back open. The scene was cleared at 8:13 p.m.

There were no injuries reported.

Since You Asked; How to Apply for a Lake Wales Public Library Card

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Since You Asked; How to Apply for a Lake Wales Public Library Card

Don’t have a library card? You’re missing out on some great benefits; here’s what you need to know about applying for a Lake Wales Public Library card:

Library membership is provided to individuals, without charge, who meet the following criteria:

  1. Own or rent business or residential property within Polk County, Florida or;
  2. Possess a valid public library card, (in good standing), from the Osceola County Library System or any of the eligible libraries in the Tampa Bay Library Consortium reciprocal borrowing cooperative, (www.tblc.org) or;
  3. Possess a current student identification, or a current validated registration, from any Florida institution of higher learning or technical school

Restrictions:

  1. A child age zero through 13 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to register for a new library card. The parent or legal guardian must provide photo
    identification with their correct physical address, (or see below for alternative proof of address). The parent or legal guardian must sign as the responsible party for all fines and fees including the replacement cost of lost or damaged
    library materials.
  2. Any new applicant must possess photo identification with their correct physical address. If the correct physical address is not verifiable or listed on the photo
    identification the following items will be accepted to verify residence:
  3. Utility bill with the name and physical address listed;
  4. Rent receipt or lot rental receipt with the name and physical address listed;
  5. Current student identification;
  6. Current payroll stub with the name and physical address listed;
  7. Deposit slip or check with name and physical address listed;
  8. Notarized statement from landlord, mortgage holder or employer verifying address;
  9. Current auto registration, tax bill with name and physical address listed or
  10. Voter’s Registration with name and physical address listed.
    Each applicant must provide the library with two ways to contact them. This can be a reference name and telephone number, a home, business or cell phone number and/or
    a valid email address. The reference cannot reside with the applicant or the adult signing for the applicant.

Non-Resident Library Cards
Library memberships are available to non-Polk County residents. Free cards are available to applicants who can prove residence from a county or municipality that current participates in a reciprocal borrowing agreement with the Polk County Library
Cooperative. Counties currently reciprocating services with PCLC include Osceola County, Florida and member counties or agencies participating in the Tampa Bay Library Consortium’s Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement. A complete list of these libraries is
available at http://tblc.org. A reciprocal borrowing applicant must present a valid library card for one of our reciprocal partners AND a photo ID with a valid and correct address.

Applicants who do not qualify for a reciprocal borrowing card with the Polk County Library Cooperative will be assessed a family membership at $50 annually. A single card will be issued to the family. All restrictions and policies currently enforced for a
single membership will apply to the family card.
The Polk County Library Cooperative’s BMail, Books by Mail service is not available to anyone who resides outside of Polk County.

For more information about the Lake Wales Public Library, please visit https://www.cityoflakewales.com/DocumentCenter/View/576/Circulation-Policy-PDF

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