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Lake Wales Medical Center CEO Resigns and New CEO Comes From Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center

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Lake Wales Medical Center CEO Resigns and New CEO Comes From Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center

LWMC CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RESIGNS

 New CEO Comes from Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center

Rebecca Brewer

Lake Wales, FL – Andrew Howard, Chief Executive Officer of Lake Wales Medical Center, has resigned effective Friday, May 6, to become the Chief Operating Officer at Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center in Davenport. Rebecca Brewer will become the CEO at Lake Wales effective Monday, May 9. Brewer comes to Lake Wales from Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center, where she served as Director of Operations since 2014.

 

“The Lake Wales Medical Center team of employees, volunteers and physicians is very special and it has been an honor to work with them,” Howard said. “Their dedication to quality, safety and service make a difference in patient’s lives each day.”

 

Since joining the hospital in 2013, Howard has focused on strengthening the hospital and its delivery of safe, quality patient care for the community. He first served as Assistant CEO before becoming CEO two years ago. During his tenure, he has focused on the delivery of safe, quality patient care and developed positive relationships with employees and the medical staff. Under his leadership, the hospital in 2015 led the company with the highest score on its triannual Joint Commission survey. The hospital also completed an extensive exterior renovation, completed an expansion of the lab, and opened the area’s first Geriatric Psychiatric Unit.

 

“Andrew has made a difference and will be missed,” said Linda Kimbrough, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the hospital.

 

In her role, Brewer has supported the recruitment of 10 physicians; upgraded equipment for MRI, telemetry, endoscopy and more; led the design and construction of two smart OR for orthopedics service lines; and oversaw the management of several projects including internal renovations and securing space for newly recruited physicians. She has more than 30 years of experience and has held several executive-level positions at several hospitals, including CEO at St. Cloud Regional Medical Center and a previous appointment as COO at Heart of Florida.

 

“The Board of Trustees is confident Rebecca will be a leader who can continue the momentum that has been underway and continue to help us be the healthcare provider of choice in this community,” Kimbrough said. “Andrew has set Lake Wales Medical Center on a path for success that will continue into the future under Rebecca’s leadership.”

 

Brewer holds a master’s in Nursing from the University of South Carolina and a bachelor’s in Nursing from Clemson University.

 

Lake Wales Medical Center is a 160-bed acute care facility serving the greater Lake Wales Community. Lake Wales Medical Center and Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center are owned in part by physicians.

Up To $3,000 Reward Offered For Information In Last Nights Winter Haven Shooting

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Up To $3,000 Reward Offered For Information In Last Nights Winter Haven Shooting

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Winter Haven, Florida – Winter Haven Police Detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred last night at Sailwinds Apartments just before 9 p.m.

On 5-3-16 at approximately 8:50 p.m., police responded to Sailwinds Apartments ( 24th St., NW, Winter Haven) in reference to residents hearing gunshots and seeing someone who possible fell to the ground. Witnesses who were inside of their apartments report that there were a group of males standing in the parking lot in front of Building 8 where there appeared to be a disturbance occurring.

Witnesses state that as they looked out at the commotion, they heard the gunshots and then report seeing a black male fall to the ground and then immediately get back up and run towards the Lake Cannon Terrace and Ave. G area. They also report a white four-door vehicle leave the parking lot right after the incident occurred.

Investigators arriving on scene found blood drops located in the area in front of building 8, which is where witnesses state the altercation occurred. There were small drops found on the ground headed towards Avg. G, but then the trail stopped along Lake Cannon Terrace.

At this time, investigators do not have information on the victim or anyone involved in the altercation.

Anyone with information on either the victim or anything about this case is asked to call Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS (8477). Callers can remain anonymous and could be eligible for a CASH reward of up to $3,000.

Motorcyclist Killed When Unlicensed Driver Crosses Center Lane On Deen Still Rd.

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Motorcyclist Killed When Unlicensed Driver Crosses Center Lane On Deen Still Rd.

 

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Davenport, Florida – On 05/03/2016, at approximately 6:15 p.m., a 2005, Silver Chevrolet Impala was westbound on Deen Still Road between US 27 and Sweet Hill Road, Davenport. For unknown reasons the Impala, driven by Albino Contreras, crossed the centerline while negotiating a left hand curve. As the Impala was across the centerline, it drove into the path of a 2010 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by David J. Szewczykowski . licensed

The Left front of the Impala impacted the front of the motorcycle. The motorcycle was redirected toward the southeast into a tree on the South shoulder of the roadway. Szewczykowski was ejected from the motorcycle landing in the swampy area adjacent to the roadway. Contreras  slid to a stop approximately 75 feet to the West along the South shoulder of the road.

Szewczykowski was flown to Osceola Regional Medical Center as a trauma alert and was declared deceased upon arrival at the hospital. He was transported to the Orange/Osceola Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy.

Contreras was not significantly injured, treated at the scene by EMS.

Investigation revealed that Szewczykowski was wearing a helmet and appears to have been wearing eye protection. Contreras appears to have been seat belted. Excessive speed and impairment do not appear to be factors in this crash. Distracted driving on the part of Contreras is being investigated. Distraction does not appear to be a factor on the part of Szewczykowski.

It was learned that Szewczykowski was a retired Police Officer from the Erie Pennsylvania Police Department. Next of kin and that agency were all notified.

Interviews with Contreras revealed that he was a Honduran National and provided a passport to investigating deputies. It was further learned that he did not have a Florida driver’s license, license from any other state, or license from Honduras. Contreras was arrested for Operating a Vehicle with No Valid Driver’s License Involving Death. He was transported to the Polk County Jail without incident and booked in under the above charge. The investigation is ongoing.

Deen Still Road was closed in both directions for approximately 4 hours.

Navy Seal Killed In Iraq During ISIS Firefight

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Navy Seal Killed In Iraq During ISIS Firefight

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(CNN)An American service member was killed in Iraq as a result of enemy fire about thirty kilometers north of Mosul, Pentagon officials confirmed Tuesday.

The service member was a Navy SEAL, a U.S. defense official told CNN, though the SEAL’s rank is still unclear.
The person was an adviser to Kurdish Peshmerga forces that are fighting ISIS and was killed during an ISIS assault “on a Peshmerga position approximately three to five kilometers behind the forward line of troops,” Pentagon press secretary Peter Cook said Tuesday in a statement.
The Pentagon will provide additional information on the service member’s identity after next of kin have been notified.
The U.S. responded with F-15s and drones which dropped more than 20 bombs, according to a U.S. official.
(Complete Article Here from CNN)

Frostproof Florida Man Killed Riding Motorcycle After Hitting Wild Hog

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Frostproof Florida Man Killed Riding Motorcycle After Hitting Wild Hog

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Frostproof, Florida On 05/02/2016, at approximately 6:11 am, a 2005 Harley Davidson motorcycle, was northbound on Lake Patrick Road North, just South of the intersection with Libby Alico Road, in Babson Park when the crash occurred. Lake Patrick Road North is a two lane rural road that is bordered on both sides by citrus groves. While passing through this area a black wild hog ran into the path of the motorcycleand was struck. The impact pushed the front wheel and fender backward into the frame which then caused the motorcycle to lose control, crash onto its side, and slide approximately 75 feet down the roadway.  The driver Joseph Renshaw, was ejected from the motorcycle

Polk County Fire and Medic units responded to the scene and flew Renshaw to Lakeland Regional Health as a trauma alert due to significant head trauma. Renshaw was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Fog possibly played a role in the crash. Renshaw was transported to Lakeland Regional Health Center where he passed away Monday evening.

Family & friends are devastated with the sudden loss. A gofundme page was set up for the family and a bake sale car was is planned for the near future. The Daily Ridge will be promoting the bake sale and car wash information as soon as it is available. Due to an internal policy we do not promote gofundme accounts.

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POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – MAY 3, 2016

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POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – MAY 3, 2016

WILLIAM STOKES

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Race: W Sex: M DOB: 2/29/1952 Height: 600 Weight: 140

Charge Number 1

Statute: 828.12(2) Felony Cruelty to an Animal
Charge on Arrest Docket: FELONY CRUELTY TO ANIMAL
Bond Type: CS
Bond Number: B018060 Purge Number:
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Cash: Bond Exp.: Disposition: Bail*
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Statute: 828.12(1) Animal Cruelty-Torment/Deprive/Mutilate/Ki
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Cooking On The Ridge: Fresh Peach Trifle

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Cooking On The Ridge: Fresh Peach Trifle

Cooking On The Ridge: Fresh Peach Trifle

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Ingredients

Directions

  • Prep 35 m

  • Ready In 35 m

  1. Place peaches in a large bowl, and gently toss with lemon juice. Place 1 cup of peaches in a blender, set aside remaining slices, and blend until smooth. Place yogurt into a bowl; stir in the peach puree and lemon zest until well blended.
  2. Cut the angel food cake into squares and place half in the bottom of a glass dish. Spoon half of the peach slices over the cake. Cover with half of the yogurt mixture. Place remaining cake squares over the yogurt. Top with peaches, reserving 5 or 6 slices for garnish. Cover with remaining yogurt mixture. Garnish with peach slices. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Polk County & Republic Services of Florida Agree to Separate at End of Current Solid Waste Contract

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Polk County & Republic Services of Florida Agree to Separate at End of Current Solid Waste Contract
Polk County & Republic Services of Florida Agree to Separate at
End of Current Solid Waste Contract
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BARTOW, Fla. (May 2, 2016) – Polk County, Florida and Republic Services of Florida agreed Friday to separate at the end of the current solid waste contract which expires on Sept. 30, 2017. 
 
Republic Services of Florida has determined that it will not participate in Polk County’s upcoming Request for Proposals (RFP) process. The RFP will address the collection of residential solid waste in unincorporated areas of the county during the period commencing Oct. 1, 2017, through Sept. 30, 2024. Based on collective experiences to date, both parties agree that a separation will be in the best interests of the community, allowing the county to work with other haulers.
 
Current residential solid waste collection service in Polk County is not expected to change between now and Sept. 30, 2017 as a result of the agreement reached Friday.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office Detectives are Conducting a Suspicious Death Investigation This Morning In Lakeland

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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Detectives are Conducting a Suspicious Death Investigation This Morning In Lakeland

 

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PCSO Homicide detectives are conducting a homicide investigation that occurred last night in Lakeland. Preliminary information so far is as follows:

Around 11:30 p.m. on Monday, May 2, 2016, PCSO responded to a home on Everett Street in Lakeland in reference to a shooting. The victim, 33-year-old Eric Dontay Ackerman (DOB 10/25/1982), who lives at the aforementioned address, called 9-1-1 and said he had been shot. When deputies arrived on-scene, they found Ackerman bleeding profusely. Ackerman was taken to LRHMC, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Detectives continue to follow-up leads in this investigation. If anyone has information about this incident, they are urged to contact PCSO at 863-298-6200.

ANYONE WITH INFORMATION WHO WANTS TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS AND BE ELIGIBLE FOR A CASH REWARD IS ASKED TO CALL 1-800-226-TIPS or LOG ONTOwww.heartlandcrimestoppers.com. ANONYMITY IS GUARANTEED! iPhone and Droid users can download a free tip submit app to anonymously report crime. To install these free apps, please visit www.tipsoft.com.

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