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Emergency Road Closure Notice in Haines City

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Emergency Road Closure Notice in Haines City

City of Haines City – Government:

Public Notice: Emergency Road Closure

The Utilities Department will be conducting emergency utility work beginning September 22, 2026. This will result in a section of 24th St N being closed to through traffic. The following sections will be closed:

24th St N from Pine Ave to Thelma Ave
Mason Ave from 23rd St N to 24th St N
Thelma Ave from 23rd St N to 24th St N

Work will continue until the project is complete.
Motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through the affected areas and to follow all posted signage and directions from on-site personnel.

For additional information, please contact the Utilities Department at 863-421-3695.

Fictitious Name Notification

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Fictitious Name Notification

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned pursuant to the fictitious name statutes 865.09 Florida statues will register with the division of corporations of the state of Florida upon receipt of proof of publication of this notice the fictitious name Townsend Bookkeeping Solutions, Located in Polk County, Florida that parties interested in said business enterprises are as follows Names or officers Deanna Townsend.

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE

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ADVERTISEMENT OF SALE

Notice is hereby given that Lake Wales Storage intends to sell the property described below to enforce a lien under the Florida Self Storage Facility Act, Statutes (section 83.80-83.809). The owner will sell at public auction on or after October 14, 2026 at 10:00 am at storageauctions.com

Units belonging to the following:

Domingo Pantoja Unit #424

Destiny Walker Unit #328

This sale will be continued on such succeeding sale days thereafter as may be necessary to be completed. Unless otherwise noted units contain household items.

Haines City Helps Revive Polk State College Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program

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Haines City Helps Revive Polk State College Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program

Polk State College and the Florida Department of Education entered into an agreement last week to revitalize the College’s Cybersecurity Registered Apprenticeship Program and Haines City was a major player in doing so.

Florida Commissioner of Education Dr. Henry Mack and Polk State College President Anastasios Kamoutsas were on hand for the announcement.

President Kamoutsas said during his remarks that Haines City was the reason the apprenticeship program was revived.

Chandra Hall, Human Resources and Organizational Development Director for the City of Haines City, spoke about the importance of this registered apprenticeship program for the city’s cybersecurity and IT workforce.

“Jeremiah Anhalt, who went through this registered apprenticeship program previously at Polk State, was recently promoted to Director of Technology Management, while Shemar Mais in our Technology Management Department is looking forward to participating in the program now,” said Hall, who added that she is also a proud Polk State alumna.

“This partnership will provide valuable opportunities for our employees, strengthen our workforce, and increase cybersecurity for our city.”

Info and photos courtesy of City of Haines City

Winter Haven Hosting 2026 Veterans Day Celebration

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Winter Haven Hosting 2026 Veterans Day Celebration

When: November 14, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Where: MLK Park on Lake Silver (275 S Lake Silver Drive NW, Winter Haven)

A Day to Honor. A Community United. Forever Grateful.

Join veterans, military families and communities from across Polk County for Winter Haven Honors, a Veterans Day celebration recognizing the men and women who have served our country.

The morning will begin with a patriotic Veterans Day ceremony honoring veterans from every branch of the United States military.

The Program Includes:

  1. Presentation of Colors
  2. National Anthem
  3. Moment of reflection
  4. Recognition of the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard
  5. Remarks recognizing veterans and military families
  6. Entertainment
  7. Veteran service organizations and resources
  8. Veteran owned businesses and community partners
  9. Food
  10. Giveaways and opportunities to connect

Veterans and Military Families

Veterans from throughout Polk County are invited to attend and be recognized during the celebration. Whether you served decades ago or recently completed your service, we hope you will join us.

Veteran Resources

Organizations that provide services to veterans and military families will be available throughout the event. These organizations can help veterans learn more about programs, benefits and services available in Polk County.

Veteran Owned Businesses

Veteran owned businesses are also invited to participate and introduce their businesses to the community.

This event is FREE and open to the public.

Info provided by City of Winter Haven

Creative Threads Crochet Club Starts in October

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Creative Threads Crochet Club Starts in October

Polk County Parks & Rec –

Join us for Creative Threads Crochet Club, every first and third Wednesdays from October through December at the Wilfred Smith Resource Center located at 135 Ave. Y NE in Winter Haven.

Starter threads will be provided at the Oct. 7 meeting. Participants will need to bring their own supplies for all future club meetings.

Space limited to 35 participants.

Must RSVP by calling Wilfred Smith Resource Center at (863) 298-7898.

Town of Lake Hamilton Hosting Halloween Trunk or Treat October 30

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Town of Lake Hamilton Hosting Halloween Trunk or Treat October 30

Town of Lake Hamilton – HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT!

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of candy, costumes, activities, food, and family fun! 🍬🍭

October 30, 2026
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
100 Smith Ave., Lake Hamilton, FL

Trunk or Treat
Hay Ride
Costume Contest — Ages 15 & Under
Halloween Movie Binge
Touch-a-Truck — Police Vehicles
Prizes, Activities, Food & FUN!

Come dressed in your favorite Halloween costume and get ready for a night full of spooky fun!

Bring the whole family and join the Town of Lake Hamilton & Lake Hamilton Police Department for a Halloween celebration you won’t want to miss!

Source Town of Lake Hamilton

Webber International University Hosting Trunk or Treat October 30

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Webber International University Hosting Trunk or Treat October 30

Lake Wales, Babson Park & surrounding communities, you’re invited!

Join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat at Webber International University on Friday, October 30th!

Bring the kids, wear your costumes, and enjoy an evening of candy, decorated trunks, and community fun! We would love to see our local families come out and celebrate with us!

Location: Webber International University parking area. Webber is located at 1201 N Scenic Hwy
Babson Park, FL 33827


When: Friday, October 30, 2026

Come join the fun and help us make this a great community event!

See flyer below for more details.

Local Surprise And Sadness As Lake Alfred Hardee’s Permanently Closes

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Local Surprise And Sadness As Lake Alfred Hardee’s Permanently Closes

The closing of the Lake Alfred Hardee’s caught some longtime customers by surprise this week, with several residents saying they will especially miss the restaurant’s breakfast and biscuits.

A notice posted on the restaurant door says the Lake Alfred location permanently closed effective September 18. Customers are being directed to Hardee’s restaurants in Dundee and Auburndale.

“We sincerely appreciate your business and support over the years, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause,” the notice reads.

Those other two restaurants have something in common with the now-closed Lake Alfred location. All three have been operated by Phase Three Star LLC, an independent Hardee’s franchisee.

News of the closing quickly generated reaction from Lake Alfred area residents.

“Going to miss them biscuits,” one resident wrote.

Another wrote, “Nooooo the breakfast was so good,” while another resident said he and his wife went to the Lake Alfred restaurant almost every Sunday for breakfast.

The exact reason for the Lake Alfred closing has not been publicly announced.

Lake Alfred Hardee’s Permanently Closes

Two Killed, Two Seriously Injured In Nearly Head-On Crash On US 17/92

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Two Killed, Two Seriously Injured In Nearly Head-On Crash On US 17/92

DAVENPORT, Fla. — Two people were killed and two others seriously injured in a nearly head-on crash late Saturday night on US 17/92 near West James Street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred at approximately 11:55 p.m. Saturday, September 19.

According to FHP Sgt. Steve Gaskins, a Honda sedan driven by a 41-year-old Davenport man was traveling southbound on US 17/92 when, for reasons still under investigation, the vehicle entered the northbound lane.

The Honda collided nearly head-on with a Nissan sedan driven by a 37-year-old Kissimmee man.

The Nissan was also carrying a 34-year-old Winter Haven man and a 45-year-old Kissimmee woman.

All four people involved suffered serious injuries and were transported to area hospitals.

Gaskins said the 37-year-old Kissimmee driver and the 45-year-old Kissimmee woman later died from injuries suffered in the crash.

The 41-year-old Davenport man and 34-year-old Winter Haven man remained seriously injured in the information released by FHP.

Photos from the scene show both vehicles with extensive front-end damage and debris scattered across the roadway. Airbags can also be seen deployed in at least one of the vehicles.

The Florida Highway Patrol continues to investigate what caused the Honda to enter the northbound lane.

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