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WPTV West Palm Beach

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Okeechobee family forced to rebuild after historic flooding destroys home

Okeechobee family says historic flooding destroyed their home despite not living in a designated flood zone

Okeechobee, FL · 1d

WINKNEWS.com

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From bargain to disaster: Temu tool blamed for Punta Gorda home collapse

PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WINK) — A Punta Gorda homeowner is living out of an RV on his property after an attempt to raise his manufactured home ended in structural destruction, an accident he blames on hardware purchased from e-commerce giant Temu. Brian Wittenberg said his life changed instantly on...

Punta Gorda, FL · 4d
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hoodline.com

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Okeechobee Cowboys Ride Through Floodwater to Save Stranded Cattle

Okeechobee County was still confronting flooding across roads, low-lying ground and ranchland after this week's exceptional rain. On Saturday, cowboys rode into the floodwater to move stranded cows and calves toward dry ground. The operation was one of several efforts to protect cattle as rising water left ranches with limited dry ground; the number of animals involved and whether all reached safety remain unclear.

Okeechobee County, FL · 1d
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Kevin Fussell Forging a Path for Family’s Ranching Legacy to Prevail

Kevin Fussell’s family has raised cattle in Central Florida since the years after the Civil War. Back then, there were no fenced pastures and few reasons to own land when cattle could graze freely across the open range. Today, the fifth-generation Polk County rancher faces a very different problem:...

Polk County, FL · 3d
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Lehigh Acres residents get first Target closer to home at SR 82

LEE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK)—Target bought land near Lehigh Acres as two shopping centers moved forward along State Road 82 and Daniels Parkway. In a $9 million deal, Target purchased a nearly 21-acre site inside what will be Creekside Marketplace. The site sits next to Lehigh Acres in eastern Lee County.

Lee County, FL · 3d

Tallahassee Democrat

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

Florida · 11d

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Voters approve property tax increase in Polk County

A major boost is coming to Polk County classrooms after voters approved a property tax increase Tuesday to fund teacher retention, school safety and core student programs. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.

Polk County, FL · 4d

Main Street Dollars

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Homeowners 65 and older in Polk County, Fla., DeSoto County, Miss., and Boston have March 1 and April 1 deadlines to claim 2027 senior property tax exemptions

Homeowners 65 and older in Polk County, Florida, DeSoto County, Mississippi, and Boston can cut their 2027 property tax bills with senior exemptions, but each program has a filing cutoff. Florida’s Polk County wants paperwork by March 1, while DeSoto County and Boston close their windows April 1. The Florida break can take up to […]

Polk County, FL · 7d

extendedreachusa.com

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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of Florida’s important commercial growth corridors.

Polk County, FL · 1h

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

hoodline.com

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Costco Eyes 40-Acre Davenport Site Sandwiched Between BJ's and Sam's Club

A proposed 158,000-square-foot Costco Wholesale warehouse with gas pumps could soon rise on a 40.44-acre stretch of U.S. 27 in unincorporated Davenport, landing the retail giant in the middle of two of its biggest competitors. The project is still in the pre-planning stages, according to Polk County records and media reports, meaning no groundbreaking, opening date, or final design has been confirmed.

Davenport, FL · 3d

Naples Daily News

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Florida home buying dream isn't dead, it's just getting more expensive

As homeownership continues slipping further out of reach for many Americans, a growing number of affordable and workforce housing initiatives are taking shape across Southwest Florida . The trend comes as new national data this month shows potential buyers facing mounting obstacles from rising prices, higher mortgage rates and a shortage of budget-friendly homes. Last week marked the Southwest Florida start of a Naples affordable housing complex, the completion of a Fort Myers one while another workforce housing development is scheduled to debut Thursday, Nov. 11 in Sanibel. At the same time, housing preservation organizations are also expanding their presence locally looking for ways to keep existing homeowners housed amid continuing affordability pressures. The local activity mirrors concerns outlined in last week's National Association of Realtors' 2026 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, which found first-time purchasers remain historically underrepresented in the housing market and continue to enter homeownership later in life. Here's what to know. What new affordable housing opened in Southwest Florida last week? While affordability concerns persist nationwide, several Southwest Florida projects are aimed at increasing housing opportunities for workers and lower-income residents. Thursday brought the official opening of Ekos on Evans, a 144-unit affordable housing community

Naples, FL · 7h

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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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The Market Elaine Brings Local Shopping and Family Fun to Wesley Chapel

WESLEY CHAPEL, FLa- : Pasco News was out at The Market Elaine Friday night as the evening market brought local shopping, food and family-friendly activities to The Grove. The market features more than 150 vendors, bringing together artisans, small businesses and food vendors offering everything from unique gifts to handcrafted treats.

Wesley Chapel, FL · 2d

ilovetheburg.com

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Eight of our favorite Black-owned vendors to find at local markets in St. Pete

The market scene in St. Pete is thriving with local stars, and much of that is a result of the talents of Black-owned businesses. Our community is home to a diverse array of incredible businesses, many of whom don’t have permanent storefronts of their own. Although some businesses may...

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

familydestinationsguide.com

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Bargain Hunters Agree That This Colossal Florida Flea Market Is Better Than Costco

Somewhere between Lakeland and Winter Haven, tucked into a part of Florida that doesn’t always make the tourist brochures, International Market World in Auburndale is quietly doing something extraordinary every single weekend. It’s pulling in crowds of dedicated shoppers who have decided, collectively and enthusiastically, that this colossal flea...

Florida · 3d

Tampa Free Press TFP

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Hillsborough County Clerk Boldly Engages Employees To Reshape Work Lives

Clerk Victor Crist Makes Rare Move to Modernize Agency’s HR Management HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. —...

Hillsborough County, FL · 3d

extendedreachusa.com

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785-Acre Kinfield Development in Pasco County Moves Forward With 556 New Homes and Major Commercial Expansion

A major land transaction is bringing 556 new homes to Pasco County as the massive Kinfield mixed-use development moves forward with plans for millions of square feet of industrial, office, retail, and hospitality space. One of Pasco County’s largest mixed-use developments is gaining momentum following the sale of 153 acres...

Pasco County, FL · 21h

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156-acre Wagon Wheel Flea Market property in Pinellas Park slated for massive redevelopment

More than six years after the Wagon Wheel Flea Market closed its doors, plans are taking shape to redevelop the sprawling property that was once home to one of Pinellas County's most popular weekend shopping destinations. Pinellas Park-based Belleair Development Group is under contract to purchase approximately 156 acres at...

Pinellas Park, FL · 2d