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Friday Morning Crash On Central Ave. & MLK Turns Into DUI Arrest

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Friday Morning Crash On Central Ave. & MLK Turns Into DUI Arrest

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Lake Wales, Florida – On Friday morning Lake Wales Police responded to Central Ave and Martin Luther King Blvd. in reference to a vehicle crash. Upon arrival officers investigated the crash. Once that investigation was complete officers started conducting a criminal investigation for DUI. The officers had the driver Isaiah Lopez complete some field sobriety exercises which he could not complete successfully, according to police reports. Lopez was arrested for DUI. At the Polk County Jail Lopez’s breath samples were .101 and .100. A passenger in Lopez’s vehicle lied to officers about his identity. Officers discovered the lie and arrested Antonio Ramiro Jaimes for resisting and upon search incident to arrest officers found Jaimes in possession of marijuana (less than 20g).

Both subjects were transported to the Polk County Jail. Lopez was charged with DUI and Property Damage. Jaimes was charged with Resisting Officer without Violence, Cannabis Pocession (less than 20 grams) and Violation of Probation for Possession of Stolen Goods.

Lake Wales Man In Critical Condition After Being Struck While Riding A Bicycle

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Lake Wales Man In Critical Condition After Being Struck While Riding A Bicycle

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Lake Wales, Florida – On March 19, 2016 at approximately 11:30 p.m., Officers John Schwarze and Charles Peck were completing a traffic stop in the area of Washington Avenue and Hwy 27 N when a crash occurred in front of them.The crash involved a white Jeep Cherokee and a pedestrian riding a bicycle. Officers immediately rendered aid to both the vehicle driver as well as the bicyclist. The crash occurred when the bicyclist, Samuel Marshall age 48 of Lake Wales, entered the roadway, failing to yield to a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee driven by 44 year old David Bankasingh, also of Lake Wales who was traveling South on Highway 27 at Washington Avenue.

Marshall was ejected from his bicycle and was initially breathing but unconscious when Officers got to him. Within moments Officers were unable to locate a pulse from Marshall and they began CPR. Within a short time Marshall regained a pulse and began breathing on his own.

Lake Wales Fire Department and Polk County Emergency Medical personnel arrived and Marshall was airlifted to Lakeland Regional Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition. Bankasingh was not injured in the crash and no charges have been filed at this time.

The crash remains under investigation and anyone with information about this crash are encouraged to contact Detective David Hernandez at 863-678-4223.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – Lakeland Police Fallen Heroes Memorial Inaugural 5K!

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – Lakeland Police Fallen Heroes Memorial Inaugural 5K!

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN – Lakeland Police Fallen Heroes Memorial Inaugural 5K!

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Join us onSaturday, May 21, for the Lakeland Police Fallen Heroes Memorial Inaugural 5K Run. Be a part of this fun family event as we show support for law enforcement and raise funds for the Fallen Heroes Memorial. The race will take place on beautiful Three Parks trail in Lakeland, FL beginning at 7:00AM. Participants will meet at the YMCA located at 3620 Cleveland Heights Boulevard.

The entry fee is $30.00 for the chip timed race. All runners will receive a race t-shirt and participation medial if registered by May 2nd.

Like our Event Page for Updates:https://www.facebook.com/events/1744105235818093/

TEEN DRIVER CHALLENGE: NEXT CLASS MARCH 25TH AND 26TH – SIGN UP NOW!

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TEEN DRIVER CHALLENGE: NEXT CLASS MARCH 25TH AND 26TH – SIGN UP NOW!

TEEN DRIVER CHALLENGE: NEXT CLASS MARCH 25TH AND 26TH – SIGN UP NOW!

Teen Driver Challenge
Did you know that teens comprise the highest crash rate of any age group year after year in Florida? That’s why, in partnership with the Polk County School Board, we offer the “Teen Driver Challenge” to Polk County’s teens.

The Teen Driver Challenge provides young drivers with hands-on experience and classroom learning, reducing their risk of becoming another tragic statistic. We encourage parents and teenagers to get involved in this valuable program. All it costs is 12 hours of your time – but the rewards are priceless.

THE NEXT CLASS SCHEDULED IS COMING UP! MARCH 25TH AND 26TH SO REGISTER NOW!

Here’s how the program works – to register your teen, go to our website www.polksheriff.org and click the Teen Driver Challenge graphic on the right-hand side of the home page. There you will be directed to the page with all of the information you need, and registration instructions. You will need to sign a release form, which is also available on the page.

Master Deputy Sheriff Johnnie Wombles, a veteran member of our Traffic Unit, has been in charge of the Teen Driver Challenge for years, and is a wealth of information. If you have any questions, please give him a call at 863-297-1109. Or you can email him at teendriverchallenge@polksheriff.org.

Cooking on The Ridge: Tangy Honey Glazed Ham

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Cooking on The Ridge: Tangy Honey Glazed Ham

Tangy Honey Glazed Ham

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Ingredients

Directions

  • Prep 15 m

  • Cook 2 h 45 m

  • Ready In 3 h

  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place ham in a roasting pan.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Bake ham in preheated oven uncovered for 2 hours. Remove ham from oven, and brush with glaze. Bake for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, brushing ham with glaze every 10 minutes.

Motorcyclist Killed In Hwy 92 Crash Friday Night

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Motorcyclist Killed In Hwy 92 Crash Friday Night

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Lakeland, Florida –  On 3/18/16 35-year-old Andrew “Andy” Wright of  E. Main Street Lakeland, left Mojo’s Bar and Grill on his motorcycle (2002 Blue Iron Horse Custom) with several other riders. The group was traveling from Mojo’s to the XYZ bar in Lakeland.  While driving to the XYZ, Wright ran into the back of a Maurice’s tow truck (the flatbed potion of the 2000 International Tow Truck) at Hwy 92 E and Lake Parker Dr. in Lakeland at approximately 8:20 p.m.  The tow truck was in the inside lane in the process of making a U-turn. Wright suffered extensive trauma and died at the scene.

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During the investigation, several witnesses were located that confirmed Wright was traveling on Hwy 92 E in the inside lane.  Two of the other members of the group of motorcyclists told deputies they saw the tow truck in the inside lane and switched lanes to avoid the truck.  Wright did not change lanes and struck the rear flat bed of the tow truck.  After the crash several of the group riding with Wright stopped to render aid and moved Wright’s motorcycle out of the roadway. At the time of the crash, the portion of the roadway was well lit by street lights. Wright was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

Hwy 92 between Lake Parker Drive and Fairway Ave were closed for approximately 5 hours. Factors related to the cause of the crash are under investigation.

Accident On Hwy 27 In Haines City Causing Traffic Delays

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Accident On Hwy 27 In Haines City Causing Traffic Delays

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Haines City, Florida – According to the Haines City Fire Department an accident on Hwy 27 & Old Polk City Rd. is causing delays. We are still gathering more information! 

Accident On S.R. 60 In Lake Wales

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Accident On S.R. 60 In Lake Wales
S.R. 60 Accident
S.R. 60 Accident

Lake Wales, Florida – We have reader reports of a two vehicle accident on S.R. 60 in Lake Wales. The accident occurred shortly after 2pm. It is unknown at this time if there are any injuries and traffic doesn’t appear to be a major issue at this time. Although it appears eastbound traffic is down to one lane S. 3rd St. and S.R. 60. Please drive carefully.

Lakeland VW Show & Swap Classic March 18,19,20, 2016

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Lakeland VW Show & Swap Classic March 18,19,20, 2016

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Lakeland VW Show & Swap Classic

March 18,19,20, 2016

***FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE CAR***

No purchase necessary door prize, Giving away a turn-key, titled VW powered vehicle. Must be present to win.

Want to win a free car?? Come join us for the Lakeland VW Show & Swap Classic at the beautiful, spacious Lakeland Center on
Saturday, March 19 –  Sunday, March 20, 2016.

 

In addition to the free rail, we will be giving away $300.00 to the Best Of Show winner this year plus thousands of dollars worth of prizes! 

This is a reasonably priced, family friendly event in the heart of Lakeland, close to it all with enough space to have a good time. Last year we had amazing weather and VW enthusiasts from all over the world. Bring your chairs, grills and pop tents. With over 5,000 spaces available we are growing and expect this year to be our biggest yet! Pre-register NOW!

*On Friday, March 18th, at 6pm, we will be meeting down at the Burger King on Harden Blvd for a get together featuring great sounds from our DJ Jack Flash**

*On Saturday, March 19th, the gates open at 9am and we are featuring a bus show, best bus wins $100.  All makes and models are invited for great food and fun, including 4-in-1 bounce house, live bands, new and used parts vendors and a movie back-in-time at the local drive-in theater.

We will also be offering FREE overnight camping on Saturday night only.

*Sunday, March 20th is the Main Event. Gates open at 6am for vendors and show cars and 9am for the public.

*Featuring over 40 classes of air and water cooled show cars, with trophy and cash prizes, new and used parts vendors, live bands and over $5,000 in free door prizes given away.

**KIDS ZONE: FREE face painting, cotton candy, bounce house and toys for the kids!

We would like to extend our deepest appreciation to our sponsors and patrons.

The ONLY show in the country giving a way a free car. No wait time at the gate!

*Admission Details: Spectators are $5 plus can of food per person per day, kids 12 & younger free. Parking is $2 in show area, across the street is $7.

Show cars are $25 which includes admission for 2 for both days, 10×20 space and free t-shirt.

Pre-registered vendor pricing includes free t-shirt: Used parts vendors are $30 for 20×20 space. New parts vendors are $100 for 30×20 space.

Day of show pricing is $40 for used vendors and $150 for new vendors.

All vendor and show car pricing covers admission and space for both days.

For additional info Contact Eddy at 863-660-7731.

Blue Thumb Pool Care Services Lake Wales, Frostproof, Babson Park, Indian Lake Estates, and Surrounding Areas!

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Blue Thumb Pool Care Services Lake Wales, Frostproof, Babson Park, Indian Lake Estates, and Surrounding Areas!

Blue Thumb Pool Care Services Lake Wales, Frostproof, Babson Park, Indian Lake Estates, and Surrounding Areas!

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Blue Thumb Pool Care is reliable and dependable, and provides quality work at a reasonable price. If you want quality pool maintenance at reasonable prices, including Residential Service, equipment repairs, upgrades and remodeling, then give Blue Thumb Pool Care a call today. Free Home Estimate For a free at home estimate call 863-528-0979 or email us at [email protected]

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