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Florida man charged in killing of his girlfriend’s 13-year-old daughter
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The longtime boyfriend of a central Florida mother whose teenage daughter was reported missing in February was charged Wednesday with the 13-year-old girl’s murder, officials said. Stephan Sterns was charged with first-degree murder for the killing of Madeline Soto, according to court records filed in...
Affordable or workforce? Developer behind Winter Haven's Florence Place aims to build again
A Tampa Bay-area developer has requested a zoning change to allow it to build a new apartment complex in Southwest Winter Haven. Blue Sky Communities has requested Winter Haven officials allow a zoning change from single-family residential zoning for small lots, or R-2, to multi-family residential at a low density, or R-3 zoning. The commission had its first review of the request Monday, which will come back for a public hearing in May.
Florida Sheriff blasts Judge Xander Orenstein over non-momentary bail
The controversy surrounding the non-monetary decisions of magisterial judge Xander Orenstein in the Pittsburgh area is getting national attention. 37-year-old Hermas Craddock was arrested Thursday evening in Polk County, Florida.
Silver Garland Awards: 14 Polk County seniors honored for special service to the community
WINTER HAVEN – Jamie Phillips said just the acknowledgement was his payout. Phillips, 17, is a senior at Winter Haven High School, where he’s one of the top players on the Blue Devils’ basketball team. He’s also the winner of a $1,000 scholarship in the Athletics category of the 2024 Silver Garland Awards, honoring high school seniors who serve the community using their talents in one of 14 categories.
Drunk Florida man crashes into 6-year-old getting off school bus: Sheriff Grady Judd
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A drunk Florida man found himself behind bars after he allegedly crashed into a 6-year-old child that was getting off a school bus in Polk County last week, according to Sheriff Grady Judd. Robert Reedy was charged with DUI, DUI with injury/damage and reckless driving after...
‘Street Cop Training’ coming to Kissimmee for weekend conference
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – “Street Cop Training” is coming to Kissimmee. The conference starts Sunday at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee. It’ll span five days, with multiple presentations including a leadership seminar by Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivy. The controversial training has been prohibited in nine...
Freshwater fishing: If you're looking for quantity, shellcracker are the best bet in Polk
1. In Lakeland, crickets, grass shrimp and red worms have been the go-to bait for bluegill and shellcracker. Golden shiner and black-and-blue have been popular colors for bladed jigs and spinnerbaits if you’re going for bass. Also, a finesse style worm in black-and-red glitter has been working for bass, with watermelon red also popular, reports Phillips Bait and Tackle (863-666-2248).
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