Highlanders still control playoff destiny Oct 29, 2009
(They will be on the road this Friday at Ridge Community in Haines City. . (Lake Wales News, FL)
Miners Beat Back Buccaneers With 50-22 Road Win Oct 29, 2009
The Miners now look to a difficult non-district matchup with Class 4A Haines City on Friday night. The senior-laden Hornets sport a 3-4 record, but their losses have all been close, and they come in fresh off a last minute win over Bartow. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
City vendors will get local preference Oct 25, 2009
Auburndale and Haines City have no written policy, Delmar said, but sometimes give preference if there is a reasonable variance. Lakeland uses the two percent threshold, or $10,000 higher than the low bidder. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Bartow Loses In Tough Game Against Haines City, 13-7 Oct 25, 2009
Published: Saturday, October 24, 2009 10:09 AM EDT Bartow High School and Haines City met Friday night in a battle between two evenly-matched teams, but the Yellow Jackets came up short in the last minutes of the game, losing it 13-7 ... After taking a touchback on the opening kickoff, the Jackets were forced into a three and out by the Haines City defense ... After advancing the ball mainly through the running efforts of their main weapon, senior Tyree Robinson, Haines City ran afoul of two... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Officials see local economy on mend Oct 22, 2009
H. Paul Senft, president and CEO of the Haines City Economic Development Council, briefed a group of area commercial Realtors on the significant new and expanding employment occurring in the northeastern portion of the county. Among the most significant growth stories has been the increase in jobs as a result of major expansions at Cellynne, a Haines City manufacturer of paper goods, which has recently added another 40 positions to its growing work force. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Vietnam-era marauder comes off maritime scrap heap Oct 22, 2009
But Moreo, who lives in Haines City and now pilots a ferryboat for Disney, also felt a sense of security as he walked through the PTF3. "I still felt protected by it. It protected me and our lives depended on that boat at that time," Moreo said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Shooting Time Oct 22, 2009
Nov. 3 (consent forms will go home Oct. 27) Combee Elementary, Doris Sanders Learning Center, Garner Elementary, Haines City High/International Baccalaureate, and Kathleen High. Nov. 4 (consent forms will go home Oct. 28) Auburndale High, Boone Middle, Lake Gibson High, Mulberry High. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Jackets Dominate in Homecoming Win (49) Oct 20, 2009
The Jackets raised their record to 4-3 as they head to Haines City next Friday in a huge district battle. Article Rating. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
City is open for business, with a smile Oct 18, 2009
Go see what s happened in Haines City, Kelly said. I think we could take some lessons. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Birthday celebration ends in stabbing (116) Oct 15, 2009
Lake Wales police officers received a phone call Oct. 9, from Haines City police, who said they were having a victim flown to Lakeland Regional Medical Center after a fight that had originated in Lake Wales ... Dicks told police that she and three of her friends came from Haines City to go to Club Decosey in Lake Wales ... After the group left Club Decosey heading back to Haines City on Hwy. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Sunset & Symphony tickets now on sale Oct 11, 2009
Tickets may be purchased online at , at Bok Tower Gardens, Citizens Bank & Trust, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra (407-770-0071), and Chambers of Commerce in Lake Wales, Bartow, Haines City, Lakeland and Winter Haven. For more information, call the event line at 863-734-1222. (Lake Wales News, FL)
BHS Volleyball TeamFights Breast Cancer Oct 11, 2009
The Lady Jackets will face Haines City High School in both games. In addition to donations, honor ribbons will be sold, as well as blanket and pink bucket chances. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Dennis L. Wynn Oct 11, 2009
Survivors include his wife of 33 years, Sara Boyett Wynn of Lakeland; two sons, Justin Boyett (JB) Wynn and wife Leigh Ann Lightsey Wynn of Lake Wales and Stewart Carlton Wynn of Haines City; a daughter, Nicole Ciferni of Lake Wales; his mother, Kathryn Pennington Wynn of Lakeland; a sister, Janet Wynn Baskin of Carrollton, Ga. and a brother, Norris L. Wynn of Lakeland. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Edwardo Loco Bird Nerio Oct 8, 2009
Gloria Cantu of Ocala, Olga Nerio of Lake Wales, Janie Nerio of Frostproof, Elva Nerio of Lake Wales; brothers Amadeo Nerio of Kansas, Carlos Nerio of Texas, Antonio Nerio of Haines City, Jorge Nerio of Lake Wales, Eddie Nerio of Texas, Rogelio Nerio of Michigan, and Juan Vera of Texas. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Jackets Battle Braves In Must-Win Game Oct 8, 2009
Haines City, 1-1 district, 1-2 overall, 46 points gained, 42 allowed. Ridge Community, 0-2 district, 1-3 overall, 42 points gained, 118 allowed. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
LW Arts Center director resigns Oct 2, 2009
Prior to her term at the Polk County School Board, she spent about 10 years as the executive director of the Haines City Chamber of Commerce, and worked for Florida s Natural Growers and Progress Energy. The Lake Wales Arts Center, like many agencies in today s economy, has had financial woes of its own. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Adult day care center on again Sep 24, 2009
Soon after the move, she signed her mother up for a program in Haines City: an adult daycare program located in a store front. Fatigue sets in with caregivers, who dedicate their lives to tending their loved ones. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Road show a hit for Bulldogs Sep 24, 2009
Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 10:10 AM EDT It was as if, just as in the television commercial, the Frostproof football team hit the that was easy button Friday night in Haines City. In fact, if there was anything surprising about the Bulldogs matchup with Ridge Community, it was just how easy a win it turned out to be for 3-0 Frostproof in what was expected to be their biggest test of the year to date. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Highlanders crack top 10 with victory Sep 24, 2009
Although it was the third week of the high school season in Florida, it was the first regular season game for the Highlanders, who had an open date in week two, and their week-one matchup against Haines City was canceled due to lightning. As such, Coach Rod Shafer said it was a bit of a mixed bag Friday night, but that the outcome was still satisfying. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Why not better ballfields? Sep 20, 2009
Take a look at the new facilities that Bartow, Haines City, Dundee have put in with GRANT MONEY. These fields generate tournaments into these cities that in turn bring in money into the local economy. On any given weekend in Bartow alone, a weekend softball tournament brings in over 50 teams with at least 11 girls to a team. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Five community groups take top honors at Superintendents Partnership Awards (10) Sep 20, 2009
Elementary Schools Partner Of The Year Finalist: CEMEX, nominated by Haines City s Bethune Academy ... Elementary Schools Partner Of The Year Finalist: First Presbyterian Church of Haines City, nominated by Haines City s Eastside Elementary ... First Presbyterian Church of Haines City donated more than $11,000 in food, school supplies and tutoring materials for at-risk students and their families. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Finally, Highlanders set to open season Sep 17, 2009
They defeated George Jenkins in week one, 36-29, behind the strength of four touchdowns from Remi Watson; and then hung a 20-12 defeat on Haines City last Friday night ... Lake Wales waited nearly three hours on Sept. 4 before finally canceling their season-opener against Haines City. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Frostproof will get big test on Friday Sep 17, 2009
A reminder to fans: Friday night s game at Ridge is a 7 p.m. start because it is the Haines City school s homecoming. Article Rating. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Mayors idea for lower tax rate nixed Sep 13, 2009
In Haines City, Finance Director Donald Carter said total indebtedness there is $34,900,000, or about 3 ... For fiscal year 2009-10, Haines City will pay out $2,919,530 in debt service, or about 12. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Frostproof woman is third swine flu death in county Sep 13, 2009
The visitation policy was changed two days after the first swine-flu related death there, although others hospitals in the area, including Heart of Florida Hospital in Haines City, changed their policy at the same time. Previously in Lake Wales, youngsters age 6 and above could visit patients. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Lake Wales, Frostproof meet on links Sep 10, 2009
The first was yesterday in Haines City at Southern Dunes. On Thursday, they travel to Lakeland s Bridgewater Golf Club in a quad match with Lake Region, Lake Gibson, and Sonrise Christian. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Highlanders rain-out is twice the trouble Sep 10, 2009
The Highlanders and Haines City waited almost three hours Friday night after strong thunderstorms hit Legion Field shortly before the scheduled kickoff ... Lake Wales Coach Rod Shafer said he was hoping to make the game up last Saturday, but that Haines City was unable to since too many of their players were planning on going away for the holiday weekend ... Shafer said Haines City did not want to play Monday because they have a district game this Friday. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Florida Man Could Get Death for Cheerleader Murder Sep 5, 2009
The same jurors will return Tuesday to consider whether the 23-year-old Haines City man should receive the death penalty. Investigators said Rodriguez was one of three men who confessed to luring Angelia Headrick to an apartment in January 2007, robbing her of money and a small amount of drugs, then killing her. (Fox News)
Fire regulations force schools to rethink concession stands Sep 3, 2009
Only three area schools Frostproof, Bartow, and Haines City have fire suppression systems that comply with the new regulations. However, in Frostproof, the stand that is properly equipped is at the sports complex adjacent to the high school, and not at the football field. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Lake Wales rallies to take Kickoff Classic Sep 3, 2009
We have some things to improve on, and look to get better before our home opener against Haines City ... Lake Wales next opponent is Haines City at Legion Field on Friday. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Hurricanes Wrap Up Practice No. 17 Monday Morning Aug 25, 2009
Getting to Know The "U" Freshmen - Hometown: Haines City, Fla. Position: Running Back Favorite Food: Ribs Gucci Mane is in my iPod right now I'm a `Cane because: I wanted to win My training camp roommate is: Favorite part about being at the U right now: Playing football Preseason Camp has been: A good experience Favorite post-practice thing to do: Watch film keeps me laughing I have learned so much from Coach Robinson My most freshman-like moment was when: I left my helmet in the locker room at... (Hurricanesports.com)
Theres no place like Lake Wales Aug 23, 2009
Other nearby cities, like Haines City, Lakeland and Bartow, require their city managers to live in the city. Bartow also requires its police chief to be a city resident. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Moose Riders donate supplies (2) Aug 23, 2009
Moose Riders President Gina Perrin said the effort was one of many community projects the group hopes to do this year, adding that they are looking forward to a state rally in Haines City Sept. 25-27. It is estimated that more than 300 riders will attend, she said. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Kristina Toni Rehberg Weds Geofrey Peeples (1) Aug 20, 2009
The event was catered by Ted and Marilyn Mathis of Haines City, Gene and Eileen Byrd of Homeland, Mike Marchman of Bartow, Kham Seger of Lakeland and Nhot Champavannarath of Bartow. Tables were covered in white linen. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Students rank superior at annual science fair Aug 16, 2009
Haines City: Alta Vista Elementary: Joshua Kinvillel; Bethune Academy: Zachary Ingram, Benjamin Straw; Sandhill Elementary: Madeline Howerin. Lake Alfred: Lake Alfred Elementary: Joseph Gallo, Kyle Weber. (Lake Wales News, FL)
The more things changethe more they remain the same Aug 13, 2009
Two years later he was named the first East Area Superintendent, over Frostproof, Lake Wales, Dundee, Haines City and Davenport. He was instrumental in forming Lake Wales Little Theater, served as a volunteer for the Care Center and was on the local board of the American Red Cross. (Lake Wales News, FL)
First day of practice means football soon Aug 13, 2009
Frostproof will host Avon Park and Lake Wales will host Haines City in 7:30 p.m. starts. Each team will also play a pre-season Kickoff Classic the week prior. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Adult daycare center on hold, for now Aug 6, 2009
Soon after the move, she signed her mother up for a program in Haines City, an adult daycare program located in a store front ... 5 million project in Lake Wales, modeled after the Haines City facility, would serve approximately 30-40 people, once they have a doctor s approval for participation. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Time doesnt change Ottes fate (3) Aug 2, 2009
Our little sister Frostproof is rapidly becoming our big brother like Haines City, she said. But business owner Greg Massey of Massey s Meat Market said he noticed how we always blame Tony Otte for low morale, but he never closes his door and has never been one not to take time to listen. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Local hoops: Wildcats roll Jul 30, 2009
at 1 p.m. today in Haines City. Follow them at YBOA.org. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Sports)
Then & Now: Andy McGaffigan Jul 28, 2009
I live in Lakeland and at that time, Spring Training was in Haines City, which is 30 minutes away. I wouldnt have to move for that and it made sense, it was the most logical move. (Kansas City, TheInsiders.com)
Georgia Mae Scott Chadwick (2) Jul 23, 2009
Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Lambert Chadwick Jr. of Lake Wales; 11 children, Emma Chadwick, Arnella Howard, Annie Chadwick Williams, Darlene Kimbrough, all of Lake Wales, Glenda Robinson of Bartow, Richard Chadwick of Haines City, David Chadwick of Lake Wales, Reginald Chadwick of Dundee, Johnny Chadwick of Gettysburg, Pa. and Roland Chadwick of Rocky Mount, N.C.; 35 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; three brothers and one sister. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Pythons elude hunters Jul 22, 2009
Bloom created his bait, thinking that it might attract snakes, like the rodent cages do at his Haines City home where he breeds them as food. "We're making this up as we go along," said Bloom. (The Palm Beach Post)
Wallick selling contents of timeshare to aid Russell Home Jul 16, 2009
The resort in Haines City is owned by timeshare magnate David Siegel, who is restructuring portions of the building and doing away with the banquet facilities and kitchens. He solicited Wallick, owner of Robert Wallick Associates, to clean out the place of anything that could be recycled. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Esther Pauline Bachman Jul 12, 2009
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, July 12, at Marion Nelson Funeral Home in Lake Wales with visitation beginning at 1 p.m. Interment will be at Forrest Hill Cemetery in Haines City. Marion Nelson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Little League District 4 Softball Tournament scoring: (9) Jul 5, 2009
June 27 - Lake Wales 19, Haines City 1. Hali Bohannon 1double. (Lake Wales News, FL)
New plan ramps up U.S. 27EMS protection Jul 2, 2009
The proposed Cottonwood Station north of Haines City will house five crew members. Three are currently running a fire engine out of Outpost 27 and a two-person ambulance crew moving from Haines City. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Don Norris (31) Jun 29, 2009
Mr. Norris is survived by his wife of 20 years, Karen Joyce Norris, a son, Christopher Lee Norris of Alturas; a sister, Brenda Sue Uber of Haines City; and two brothers, Lloyd Monroe Norris of Haines City and Farron Dee Norris of Alturas. A family memorial service will be held at a later date. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Citrus industry still driving economic force Jun 28, 2009
Marty McKenna of Sebring was re-elected as secretary and Dennis Broadaway of Haines City was re-elected as treasurer. The Board of Directors re-elected Mike Sparks as executive vice president/CEO, Jewel Letchworth as assistant secretary and Kevin Metheny as assistant treasurer. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Public records for June 25, 2009 Jun 26, 2009
Danielle Lynne Irwin, 23, Port Orange, possession of a schedule IV narcotic; Kristi F. Zimmerman, 41, Daytona Beach, fraudulent use of a credit card over $100 (2); Jacqueline Devonna Luckett, 31, Daytona Beach, failure to appear; Nicola Maria Navarino, 25, Port Orange, burglary of an occupied structure; Nicole Virginia Hooper, 30, Holly Hill, principal grand theft; Melissa Rosa Johnson, 30, Bunnell, possession of a schedule II narcotic; Brandy Sue Tremblay, 33, Daytona Beach, possession of crack... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Storm Fells Oaks, But Homes Spared Jun 21, 2009
Extensive tree damage also was reported in Lakeland, Winter Haven, and Haines City. All of the fallen trees were oaks, he said, mostly water oaks, which are more vulnerable to wind damage. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Church Service Center Gets Emergency Help Jun 18, 2009
Other organizations receiving ARRA funds in Polk County include Frostproof Care Center, Frostproof; Faith in Action North, Lakeland; Lake Wales Care Center, Inc., Lake Wales (includes Highland Park and Hillcrest Heights); Mulberry Community Service Center, Mulberry; Covenant Community R.E.A.C.H., Haines City (includes Davenport and Lake Hamilton); The Salvation Army Western Polk, Lakeland; Faith in Action North, Lakeland; Talbot House Ministries, Lakeland; Lake Wales Care Center, Lake Wales;... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Building material could withstand wildfires Jun 16, 2009
" Walls denies that politics played a role. "I have been involved in the code adoption in California for more that eight years and I am not aware of any 'agenda' in California," he wrote in an e-mail. Mike Quaka, vice president-general manager of manufacturer AERCON Florida in Haines City, Florida, defended his company's product. "From all of our independent testing, it meets all the seismic zones, just as it does in Europe," he said. "I think there's a lot of external variables floating out... (CNN)
Cadets learn teamworkand camaraderie in the field Jun 16, 2009
Students from Auburndale, Bartow, Lakeland, Lake Wales, Winter Haven, Haines City, and Frostproof attended the camp from Polk County, and were joined by students from Orange, Seminole, and Highlands counties. Kim Jones, camp director for Flaming Arrow Scout Reservation, said the camp hosts seven to eight seasonal summer camps including ROTC and the Boy Scouts. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Longtime Bartow Police Officer John McKinney Dies Jun 3, 2009
Published: Wednesday, June 3, 2009 6:11 AM EDT John H. McKinney, 59, died of heart failure Friday, May 29, 2009, at Heart of Florida Medical Center in Haines City. Born Sept. 5, 1949, in Centre, Ala. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Two Lake Wales men caught with child porn May 31, 2009
The group was gathered from several local towns, including Bartow, Lakeland, Mulberry, Auburndale, Davenport, Haines City, Winter Haven, and Poinciana. And yes, even Lake Wales. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Helen L. Slingo May 31, 2009
Keith A. Slingo and wife Laura of Haines City, and Kevin G. Slingo of Winter Haven; two grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, Regan; and sister, Ella Sullivan of Bellrose Park, N.Y.. Services will be held at the Florida National Cemetery alongside her husband. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Woman Shot By Ex At Bartow Street Party May 28, 2009
Another incident at the party eventually resulted in the death of a Haines City man some 25 miles away ... Killed on impact in the first crash was J. Jesus Sandoval-Zapien, 49, of Haines City. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
PSCs charter high schools are a unique two-for-one offer May 28, 2009
There are four Chain of Lakes (COL) students on PSC s Winter Haven campus right now who are working toward their high school diplomas and associate degrees: Mathew Dudley of Bartow, Nicolas Pavez of Poinciana, Melvin Perez, Jr. of Lake Hamilton and Brandon Stennett of Haines City. These students learned about the PSC s twofer from their friends or a story in the newspaper. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Reverend Robert Bennett Jackson Jr. May 27, 2009
Wanda Rivers and Gwendolyn Nolton, both of St. Petersburg, Cindy Herrington of Haines City, Katrina Jackson and GaJuana Jackson, both of Winter Haven; three brothers, John Henry Jackson of Lake Wales, Joseph Jackson of Kissimmee, and William Jackson of Winter Haven; five sisters, Clara Hayes, Annie Pearl Morgan and Charity Lee Russell, all of Buffalo, N.Y., Emma Jean Owens of Lake Wales and Mary Bellenger of Orlando; 30 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Polk math teacher charged with having sex with student (5) May 10, 2009
Published: Saturday, May 9, 2009 8:06 AM EDT The Polk County School Board is moving forward with termination proceedings against a Haines City teacher arrested Thursday on having sex with one of his female students. Our job right now is to gather the documents needed for termination, and to prepare the documents needed for submission to the Department of Education, said assistant superintendent of schools Ron Cirrana on Friday morning of the arrest of Haines City High School teacher Allen James... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Thomas S. Crowell (2) May 4, 2009
Born February 7, 1945 in Davenport to the late James Levi & Bertha Mae (Daniels) Crowell, he moved here 44 years ago from Haines City. He was a retired electrician for Progress Energy and served in the U.S. Army Reserve. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Detectives: Missing Teen, Baby Flew To Mexico May 4, 2009
Chawntel Smith of Bartow and her daughter Asariela Garcia-Smith were last seen at a friend's home in Haines City on Friday afternoon. Pasco County Sheriff's detectives said the 15-year-old flew with her baby to Mexico City the same day from Orlando International Airport. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Lady Jackets Dominate Regional Quarterfinal 13-3 After District Loss May 3, 2009
After defeating Spoto in their first game of the District 4A tournament on April 21, the Yellow Jackets faced the Hornets of Haines City in another battle of the Bugs on April 23. Haines City, much improved from two years ago, put up a strong fight behind the solid pitching of Hornets ace, Powell. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
COMMUNITY and AREA EVENTS Apr 30, 2009
Polk County Retired Educators Association (District 8, Unit II which covers east Polk County) will hold their final meeting of 2008-09 at 9:45 a.m., Monday, May 4 at the First United Methodist Church of Haines City, 21 S. 2nd St. Brunch and awards ceremony follows at 10:30 a.m. Cost for those eating is $66. All retired educators and guests are invited. (Lake Wales News, FL)
