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Haines City warns developers it lacks water capacity | Exclusive

Haines City has already stretched its potable water and wastewater capacity beyond its regulatory limits, but has found a way to continue approving new construction — at the developers' own risk. City Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 5 to approve a Concurrency Developer Agreement for all new construction applications going forward. Haines City officials admit they cannot guarantee when the city will have adequate drinking water or wastewater services available, and are putting developers on notice. "We have recognized the deficiencies in our utility system," Interim City Attorney Seth Claytor said. "Until that is resolved, no vertical construction would be approved. " It's a workaround to prevent implementing a moratorium on new development as the city faces water shortages and infrastructural strain on its wastewater system. Developers who sign the agreement have to agree to hold the city and its employees harmless, aiming to limiting their ability to sue if projects get stranded. "It's the best protection I can give the municipality," Claytor said. Deputy City Manager James Keene said any developments applying for approvals will be required to sign it, understanding that they can begin paperwork and horizontal development such as laying or relocating utilities, paving roads, curbs and

Haines City, FL · 2d

The Citrus Tea News

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Lakeland Highlands Middle Gym Opens As School’s First Indoor Gym

Lakeland Highlands Middle School opened a 15,000-square-foot gym on Oct. 14, its first indoor gym since the school opened in 1975, built for about $10 million. The post Lakeland Highlands Middle Gym Opens As School’s First Indoor Gym 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

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 · 1d

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Nutwood Serves Farm-Fresh World Fare From Downtown Winter Haven

In the heart of downtown Winter Haven sits a quiet and unassuming restaurant where formalities take a back seat to multicultural cuisine and authentic flavors. And at the heart of the fare is what chef Steven Rojas describes as “farm-to-table fine dining.”. Opened in 2017, Nutwood is an intimate,...

Winter Haven, FL · 2d
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The Ruthvens President Brandon Clark Named Chair of the Central Florida Development Council

The Ruthvens, Central Florida’s warehouse specialists, is pleased to announce that President Brandon Clark has been named Chair of the Board of Directors of the Central Florida Development Council (CFDC), Polk County’s economic development organization. Clark assumed the role on October 1, 2026. Clark’s appointment reflects The Ruthvens’...

Lakeland, FL · 1d

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Winter Haven’s Mann Lake Supports Vets Through Hives for Heroes

When Joshua Diggins learned about Hives for Heroes, he saw an opportunity to put his beekeeping knowledge and military experience to work. A Navy veteran and Florida branch manager at Mann Lake’s Winter Haven location, Diggins became a volunteer mentor for the nonprofit, which connects veterans and first responders with experienced beekeepers across the country.

Winter Haven, FL · 2d

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Venice comes up short in bid to reach state finals in Class 6A Girls Volleyball

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WWSB) - It was a chance for a little history today in Winter Haven, as the Venice Lady Indians girls volleyball team punched their ticket to the FHSAA Class 6A state semifinals, and were hoping to earn a spot in the championship game on Saturday evening with a victory on Friday morning over Horizon High School.

Venice, FL · 2d

TCPalm | Treasure Coast Newspapers

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State Volleyball: Legacy claims 4A runner-up trophy in second season

WINTER HAVEN — Seconds after her program received its silver medals, Legacy High School girls volleyball head coach Christy Quigley called her team over for one last huddle. Most of the Lions players had tears streaming down their faces while their opponent, Bishop Moore, celebrated as the newly crowned Class 4A state champions on the other side of the floor. As Queen's "We Are the Champions" blared over the speakers inside the Winter Haven Health Center for the Hornets, Quigley was adamant about delivering one final message: Enjoy this moment. "I told them that they had to be proud," Quigley said. "We're a second-year school. We're not supposed to be here, but we're here. So as tough as it is to lose, we actually made it here." More: Legacy rallies past Fleming Island in five sets, advances to 4A State Final From Startup to State Bound: Legacy sweeps Lourdes for first region title Legacy finished as the Class 4A runner-up after falling in three sets to Bishop Moore in the state title match Saturday morning at Polk State College. Set scores were 25-16, 25-21 and 25-17 in favor of the Hornets, who captured their eighth state championship and second in

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