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The Ledger

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Find out who from Polk County is headed to state golf

What a week it was for Polk County high school golfers after competing in the FHSAA Golf Regional Tournament last week. Several advanced this far but only a few have earned their way to state. The only team out of Polk County to advance to state is Class 2A's McKeel girls team, while Frostproof boys freshman golfer and the reigning Player of the Year Jordan Castillo, and his sister, Frostproof junior Hannah Castillo, also 2025's Player of the Year, are the only individuals out of Polk County to advance to state. All tournaments will be at the Mission Resort Inn and Golf Club at Howey-in-the-Hills with McKeel (Class 2A) playing Tuesday morning, Nov. 10, while Castillo (Class 1A), won't be competing until Monday, Nov. 16. The local powerhouse golf team was able to register second and advance to state thanks to a team score of 309, which is the second time the team has placed second in regional under McKeel golf head coach Jeremy Bohnensteihl. The Wildcats highest place at the state tournament was a runner-up finish back in 2020. "I'm extremely excited for states and proud of this team," Bohnensteihl said. "(I) am expecting the girls to play their

Polk County, FL · 11h

fox13news.com

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Polk County festival explores health through arts

Could a song or a paintbrush be just what the doctor ordered? A Polk County festival is exploring that connection. Dozens of events are popping up across the community, all aimed at boosting mental and physical health through the arts. FOX 13's Mark Wilson reports.

Polk County, FL · 20h
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The Citrus Tea News

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James Fishback to Speak in Lakeland Nov. 16

James Fishback speaks at Cleveland Heights Golf Course in Lakeland Monday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. The free event is hosted by Polk County Young Republicans. The post James Fishback to Speak in Lakeland Nov. 16 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Lakeland, FL · 19h

The Citrus Tea News

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Polk Landowner Expo Comes To Fort Meade Nov. 10 With Sessions On Conservation Easements And Cost-Share Programs

Polk County's landowner expo comes to Fort Meade Nov. 10 with sessions on conservation easements, cost-share programs and mitigation banking for farm owners. The post Polk Landowner Expo Comes To Fort Meade Nov. 10 With Sessions On Conservation Easements And Cost-Share Programs first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Polk County, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Bartow Electric System Inventory Starts Nov. 9 as Osmose Crews Map 13,400 Poles and 13,600 Meters in $486,174 Project

Bartow Electric Utility hired Osmose Utilities Services to inventory about 13,400 poles and 13,600 meters in a $486,174 project that begins with a Nov. 9 pilot. The post Bartow Electric System Inventory Starts Nov. 9 as Osmose Crews Map 13,400 Poles and 13,600 Meters in $486,174 Project first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Steven Steiner . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Bartow, FL · 2d

Gadget Review

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AI Cameras on School Buses Now Trigger Hundreds of Thousands of Fines for Passing Drivers

School bus stop-arm cameras have issued $92 million in fines across 24 states, but audits show no proof of improved child safety.

Montgomery County, MD · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19

The Havendale Christmas Parade returns Dec. 4 along Havendale Boulevard into Auburndale. A Jewett Alumni Association parade follows Dec. 19 in Winter Haven. The post Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Citrus Tea Staff . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Winter Haven, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Auburndale Data Center Planned for 700 MW As Residents Get First Chance to Speak at City Workshop

Project Sunshine in Auburndale has plans for a 700MW Data Center on Pace Road. Residents get their first chance to speak up about it on Tuesday. The post Auburndale Data Center Planned for 700 MW As Residents Get First Chance to Speak at City Workshop first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Auburndale, FL · 16h

Naples Daily News

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Classic, vintage black and white photos show Publix in the early days

Throughout history, a long list of firsts have taken place. First car. First flight in space. First smartphone. You name it, there's a "first" attached to it. People who live in Florida might be interested in another kind of first: When and where was the first Publix in the Sunshine State? The answer is Winter Haven. According to the Publix website , the first Publix Food Store opened on Sept. 6, 1930. Today, Publix is one of the biggest supermarket companies in the country with more than 1,400 stores in eight states. These seven historic photos from the State Archives of Florida show what the first Publix supermarket in Winter Have looked like. It opened in Winter Haven in 1940, a few years after the Publix Food Store opened, and was the beginning of the Publix supermarkets we know today. Publix is a place "where shopping is a pleasure" and we think this walk own Memory Lane will also be a pleasure for you. Photo gallery: Publix 'back in the day' Publix history: Seven things to know On Sept. 6, 1930, George Jenkins opened the first Publix location, known then as Publix Food Store, in Winter Haven, Florida. By 1935,

Winter Haven, FL · 3h

Lakeland Gazette

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From WWII Trailblazer to 104-Year-Old Legend: The Inspiring Life of J.J. Corbett

Jordan Jerome “J.J.” Corbett (November 25, 1922 –) of Bartow, Florida, was a trailblazing World War II veteran, educator, coach, and deeply respected civic leader in Polk County. His notable life and legacy span several key areas:. Military Service: The “Triple Nickels”. World War II Pioneer:...

Polk County, FL · 1d