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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

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Cheapest gas stations in Lakeland

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Lakeland using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price.

Lakeland, FL · 1d
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Polk County Sees Increased Voter Turnout, Signs of a Shifting Political Landscape

Lakeland voters cast their ballots on Tuesday, Nov. 3, under cloudy skies and scattered thunderstorms, but the less-than-ideal weather conditions did little to dampen voter turnout. Voter participation in Polk County increased by 12.8% overall, with ballots rising from 230,726 in the 2022 midterm election to 260,235 in the 2026...

Polk County, FL · 20h
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Tattoo Of initials Could Hold Key In 1992 Central Florida Cold Case Homicide

Polk County Sheriff's Office POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Investigators in central Florida are asking for...

Polk County, FL · 18h

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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 · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Lake Wales Annexation Of 193 Acres On State Road 60 Clears 4-1 With No Development Plan

The Lake Wales annexation of 193.52 acres on State Road 60 passed 4-1 on Nov. 3, assigning industrial zoning for up to 1,004,400 square feet with no development plan or traffic study. The post Lake Wales Annexation Of 193 Acres On State Road 60 Clears 4-1 With No Development Plan 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

Lake Wales, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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New $10 million grant aims to protect Lake Wales Ridge from development

As development continues across Polk County, a new $10 million federal grant aims to protect thousands of acres of environmentally important land along the Lake Wales Ridge.

Polk County, FL · 12h

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 · 23h

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Mountain Lake Reopens Historic Golf Course After Extensive Multi-Million Dollar Restoration

(LAKE WALES, Fla.) — Mountain Lake, the prestigious gated community nestled in Central Florida’s lake district, has officially reopened its historic golf course following an extensive, multi-million-dollar restoration project led by renowned course architect Tyler Rae. The ambitious project, which commenced on April 20, centered on three primary...

Lake Wales, FL · 22h

The Ledger

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Florida native Gram Parsons is joining the Rock Hall of Fame this week

It took 60 years, but Gram Parsons is now seated with the greatest rock 'n roll musicians of all time. Parsons, a Winter Haven native, was voted posthumously into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame earlier this year and will be part of the induction ceremonies for the 2026 class at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles at 7 p.m. Nov. 14. Parsons will be enshrined under the Early Influencer category. The criterion for the category is “artists whose music and performance style have directly influenced, inspired and evolved rock & roll and music impacting culture.” “He deserves it, absolutely,” said Gene Parsons, who was not related to Gram but was a noted drummer for The Byrds and The Flying Burrito Brothers. “He definitely made his mark in music.” Gram Parsons is renowned for being one of the fathers of country-rock and creating a genre he labeled “Cosmic American Music.” The new sound blended rock, country with dabs of soul, gospel and folk infused into the mix. More of this year’s inductees include Phil Collins, Sade, Oasis, Iron Maiden and Wu-Tang Clan. The event will be recorded and aired on ABC and Disney + in December. Parsons performed with

Winter Haven, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Polk Middle School Rezoning: Last Town Hall Is Nov. 12 In Lakeland, With A Virtual Session That Night

The last Polk County middle school rezoning town hall is Nov. 12 in Lakeland, with a virtual session that night. The post Polk Middle School Rezoning: Last Town Hall Is Nov. 12 In Lakeland, With A Virtual Session That Night 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

Polk County, FL · 1d

National Enquirer

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Grandma Accused of Stealing Inflatable Ghost From Porch Because Grandchildren Wanted It

A grandmother was reportedly driving around her hometown of Lakeland, Florida, with her three young grandchildren when she allegedly stopped and stole an inflatable ghost from someone’s porch because the kids said they liked it. Tonya Jean Mannion was arrested on October 17, one day after the alleged incident, and is now facing six different […]

Lakeland, FL · 1d

The Ledger

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Meet Polk Schools' Teacher and School-Related Employee of the year

Polk County Public Schools has announced its Teacher of the Year and School-Related Employee of the Year. Elvin Hanna Jr., a music teacher and band director at Fort Meade Middle-Senior High, is the Polk County Teacher of the Year. Since Hanna became the school’s band director in 2019, the number of students participating in band has increased significantly, and Fort Meade’s concert and marching bands also earned their first superior ratings in decades, the district said in a news release. The number of students receiving individual band honors and scholarships has risen. Hanna created a pep band that performs at Fort Meade basketball and softball games, and he organized a booster group with parents to help support and raise money for the band program. Outside of music, he has contributed to projects like the Miner Market, which allowed students to develop their entrepreneurial skills. He’s also a regular presence at pep rallies and community events, the release said. School-Related Employee of the Year Barbara Aourik, a paraeducator at Dundee Elementary Academy, is the district’s School-Related Employee of the Year. A former VPK volunteer and substitute teacher, she jumped at the opportunity to work as a paraeducator at Dundee Elementary, where

Polk County, FL · 19h

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FAA's first digital control towers go live. The real test is what's next.

The FAA announced on Nov. 6 that the first digital control towers in the U.S. are now operational at Bartow Executive Airport (BOW) in Florida and Kenai Municipal Airport (ENA) in Alaska. The agency claims the new towers' technology gives controllers better tools to monitor airport traffic. A digital tower...

Kenai, AK · 23h

The Ledger

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After near misses, Tenoroc football heads to playoffs with first district title

Third-year Tenoroc football coach Anthony Troutman just wanted to prepare his team to overcome adversity and adjust their mindset to consistently do the little things well heading into the 2026 season. And this was much needed. In 2024 the Titans fell short vs. Discovery and last year lost by a field goal to Lake Placid and was beaten in overtime by Avon Park. All these games held district implications, and losing adversely impacted Tenoroc's goals of winning the district. Well, this year is a completely different story. Troutman and the program learned from those mistakes and capitalized to go 3-0 in district action, which ultimately captured Tenoroc's first football district championship. They clinched the title thanks to a 35-7 victory over Liberty Oct. 23. "It was a tremendous accomplishment to be a part of that first particular one. It was an accomplishment and a tremendous feeling. ... I always say it's not the name of the place that makes the place. It's the people of the place that makes the place. It's not names. It's the people," Troutman said. 3 straight shutouts: Defensive trio leading Tenoroc football with 3 straight shutouts Tenoroc roundup: Tenoroc football continues perfect season, other Polk

Lakeland, FL · 2d

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Handbags for Hope Brings Lakeland’s Purse Party Tradition Back

Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine (LVIM) and Watson Clinic Foundation are reviving the once-popular purse party in Lakeland. Rebranded as Handbags for Hope, the event will be held at SpringHill Suites, 511 W. Lime St., this Wednesday, Nov. 11, with general admission starting at 6 p.m. “Handbags for Hope promises to...

Lakeland, FL · 1d

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PCSO seeking substitute school crossing guards in Lakeland area

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified men and women in Polk County who desire to work as substitute crossing guards in the Lakeland area. Anyone interested in applying should contact Supervisor Heather Strafford at (863) 534-7300 ext. 408. Applicants should be available to work for one hour in...

Polk County, FL · 1d

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 · 2d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Lakeland List Prices Slide as New Listings Buck the National Trend

Lakeland buyers found more homes at lower prices as new listings rose and list prices slid.

Lakeland, 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.

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