Harvest Church in Lakeland- Back 2 School Bash IS ALMOST HERE!!!!!!!
Coming up July 26-28 here at Harvest Church starting at 5PM each night. We will be giving away 500 backpacks full of school supplies each night. There will be outdoor activities starting at 5PM.
Bounce Houses
Rock Wall
Hotdogs
Many Giveaways
Facepainting
Sno-cones
Cotton Candy
Our Kids Xplosion “Agent’s of Truth” will begin at 6:30PM in our Main Sanctuary. There you will find a family service where your kids will have fun playing games, fun music, encouraging messages, and each night will end with kid giveaways.
You DO NOT want to miss this event! We hope to see you there!
At 11:34 a.m. a call was posted to Polk County Fire Rescue regarding a traffic collision. A dump truck carrying large rocks overturned on Masterpiece Rd. near Fast Trot Trail in Lake Wales. Polk County Sheriff’s Office and large tow vehicle are on scene. No apparent injuries. The truck is off the road and the roadway is open.
At 6:51 p.m. tonight, a call was posted to Polk County Fire Rescue regarding a traffic collision at US Hwy. 27 and Washington Avenue in Lake Wales.
The vehicle crash included two vehicles. One vehicle was southbound on Hwy. 27 and the other was eastbound on Washington Ave. A violation of right of way is what caused the crash.
One driver was not injured and the other was airlifted to a local hospital as a precaution. The vehicles are being removed from the roadway by tow trucks.
Elizabeth Shiver, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, July 16th at the age of eighty-seven at Winter Haven Hospital. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.
Elizabeth was born on July 29, 1936, in Lake Wales, FL to Jimmie Lee Phillips Turner and William Hartford Turner. She married Marion “Buck” Shiver on September 12, 1964, and together they shared forty-two wonderful years of marriage until Buck’s passing.
Elizabeth and her husband owned and operated Buck’s Body Shop in Lake Wales, FL for many years, building a reputation for hard work and dedication to their community.
Elizabeth was saved in a revival meeting at West Side Baptist Church in Lake Wales, Florida, at the age of ten, under the preaching of Rev. Herman Collins. From that night on, she believed and knew that Jesus Christ died on Calvary’s cross to atone for her sins, was buried and rose again in victory over death, that she might have eternal life with Him in heaven. A devout follower of God, Elizabeth found immense joy in her faith. She was an active member of Parkland Baptist Church of Winter Haven, where prior to becoming disabled, she taught the women’s Sunday School class and played the piano for many years, bringing warmth and inspiration through her music. Her love for the church and her dedication to her spiritual life was evident to all who knew her.
Elizabeth had a deep love for animals, especially her cherished cat, Carly, and family dog Chloe. She was known for her gentle and compassionate nature, always ready to care for any creature in need. Her home was a haven of love, not only for her family but for all animals.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her mother, Jimmie Lee Nimmo; her father, William Hartford Turner; her brother, Albert Turner; her sister, Virginia Looney; and her husband, Marion “Buck” Shiver.
She is survived by her daughter, Donna Langford and son in law Allan Langford; her granddaughter, Chelsea Langford Wren (Jake Wren) great granddaughters Paisley Elizabeth Wren, Hadlee Lynn Wren and Hailey Ann Wren; and granddaughter Courtney Langford Ingram (Sean Ingram) and her great-grandchildren, Addilee Rae Ingram, Brielyn Marie Ingram, and Wyatt Cody Ingram. Her family was the center of her world, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
Elizabeth’s kind and soft-spoken demeanor touched the lives of many. She will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, her gentle spirit, and her boundless love for both people and animals.
A celebration of Elizabeth’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 23rd at 09:30 AM Rolling Hills Cemetery, 4810 Tilden Rd, Winter Haven, Fl. 33881.
Elizabeth Shiver will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Most importantly, Elizabeth died in faith. Rest in peace. Your music and love will forever echo in our hearts.
Looking to engage with thought-provoking ideas and connect with fellow curious minds? Join the local book club dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of nonfiction.
The Unbound Society is a non-fiction book club is specifically designed for active adults who enjoy delving into diverse topics. Each month, they tackle a compelling selection – from history and science to current events and personal journeys – offering something for every interest. Be prepared to share your insights, engage in stimulating discussions, and discover new perspectives.
The next meeting is Wednesday from 12-1 p.m., and the club meets monthly at the Lake Wales History Museum, located at 325 S. Scenic Hwy., Lake Wales.
July 24th – “There’s A Porcupine in My Outhouse: Misadventures Of A Mountain Man Wannabe” by Michael J. Tougias
August 28th – “The Stranger in the Woods” by Michael Finkel
September 25th – “In Order to Live: A North Korean Girl’s Journey to Freedom” by Yeonmi Park
October 23rd – “Edison vs. Tesla: The Battle over Their Last Invention” by Joel Martin & William J. Birnes
November 20th – “The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary” by Simon Winchester
There is no book or meeting in the month of December.
Book recommendations for future meetings are greatly welcomed.
The Club is partnered with the Lake Wales Public Library.
On July 21, 2024 at approximately 8:31 p.m. Polk County Fire Rescue was dispatched to 945 Classic View Dr in Auburndale in reference to a Structure Fire.
Over a dozen units were dispatched to the scene to assist with fighting the fire.
Upon Polk County Fire Rescue’s arrival at 8:39 p.m., flames and smoke were both observed coming from the roof of the residence and crews confirmed with the homeowner that no occupants were inside.
Crews worked quickly to extinguish the fire. The fire scene was cleared just before midnight.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
One firefighter was treated for a minor injury on scene.
Cheryl Brewer with The Can Do Team has a property for sale! Located in Lake Wales
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Property details:
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Since Tuesday, July 23 is National Vanilla Ice Cream Day, let’s talk about this simple yet extremely popular flavor.
According to nationaldaycalendar.com, there’s a few things you may or may not know about this delicious treat:
— Vanilla is the most common flavoring in North America for ice cream.
— Some may be familiar with Thomas Jeffersons vanilla ice cream recipe. The third president of the United States may have discovered a love for the vanilla flavor while visiting France. While he would not have been the first to savor the taste, Jefferson enjoyed jotting down recipes.
— The Library of Congress houses one copy of Jefferson’s ice cream recipe that has a cookie recipe on the flip side. There are only 10 known copies in existence.
— There is an ice cream parlor at Mount Rushmore, South Dakota that serves the same recipe so anyone can try it.
— New Zealand consumes the most ice cream, per capita.
— It takes about 12 pounds of milk to make 1 gallon of vanilla ice cream.
— Vanilla is the only edible fruit of the orchid family, the largest family of flowering plants in the world. There are over 150 varieties of vanilla orchid plants. It takes several months to go from the flower stage, to the bean for use in ice cream. Vanilla orchid flowers must be hand pollinated.
— Ice cream can be made with goat or cow milk. If it’s made with goat milk, heavy cream is added since the milk is naturally homogenized.
So, where are you heading today for some delicious vanilla ice cream? What’s your favorite topping? Do you pair it with a special dessert? Let us know!
Making vanilla ice cream at home isn’t too difficult. Here’s an easy recipe for you to try, provided by allrecipes.com.
Allrecipes.com
Easy Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients:
2 quarts half-and-half
1 1/2 cups of white sugar
Half pint heavy cream
4 teaspoons vanilla extract
One pinch salt
Directions:
Combine half-and-half, sugar, cream, vanilla, and salt in the freezer container of an ice cream maker. Freeze according to the manufacturers directions, about 20 minutes. Transferred to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about four hours.
Gary Eugene Jones of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at his residence.
He was born October 4, 1945 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Eugene and Eva Jones; he moved to Lake Wales from Saint Petersburg in 1994. Before retirement, Gary was a engineer for GTE then Verizon. He also worked at Citrosucco for 10 years and for the Florida Fish and Game Commission. He served with the United States Navy under the “See Bees” during the Vietnam War. Gary was a hard worker and a rock hound. He could always be found cutting and setting stones or gardening. He often spent time outdoors hunting and fishing. Gary loved his family dearly.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Eva Jones; and son, Phillip Lee Jones. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Suzanne G. Jones; daughter, Karla Janoski and husband Michael of Lake Wales; and grandchildren, Christopher Jones, Joshua Janoski, Madison Janoski, Ryan Jones, and Benjamin Jones.
No services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his honor can be made to the Wounded Warriors Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org/).
