Questions linger in case against fired county engineer Nov 19, 2009
A petition by the county's top cop in the name of several Polk County officials for emergency protection against Zebdaoui was granted late last week by acting circuit court judge J. Kevin Abdoney ... Security was heightened for Tuesday morning s meeting of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners ... According to official records court filings with the Polk County Clerk of Courts and Zebdaoui s personnel file with the Board of County Commissioners the war of words between the engineer and... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Lawmen involved in Wii bowling incident disciplined Nov 17, 2009
Published: Monday, November 16, 2009 10:44 AM EST The undercover officers caught on videotape playing a video game during a drug raid in Lakeland earlier this year will be reprimanded, the Polk County Sheriff s Office said this week ... Investigated in the incident where three sergeants at the Polk County sheriff s office, three sheriff s deputies, one deputy on temporary assignment to the Bureau of Special Investigations, one detective each from Winter Haven and Auburndale s police departments;... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Staff recommends limiting county drinking to six locations (75) Nov 17, 2009
Under the proposed waiver procedure alcohol use will be limited to six of the county s facilities , a list of which will be presented to the Polk County Board of County Commissioners at their regular meeting Wednesday in Bartow. Alcohol-friendly facilities will include the Polk County Historical Museum at the Historic Courthouse in Bartow, the Medulla Resource Center in South Lakeland, the Wilfred Smith Resource Center in Florence Villa, the Johnny and Freda Brooks Resource Center in Eloise, the... (Lake Wales News, FL)
THINKING OUT LOUD Nov 16, 2009
When I was a kid indeed, until I became a young adult both Polk County, in which I was raised, and Leon County, in which I went to college and where I worked for three years as a police reporter were legally dry. To say that it was impossible to buy a mixed drink or a bottle of tax-paid whiskey TPW in police parlance in either county would be to assume facts not in evidence. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Jeweler adds golden touchto weekend Rumble event Nov 15, 2009
Polk County Sheriff s Office K-9 Show, Tanks, Sgt. McGruff, Ident-Kid. Antique Motorcycles from 1912-1957. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Veterans Honored for Service in War and Peace Nov 15, 2009
Since 2002 he served as the Polk County coordinator for all 13 JROTC units in the school district ... Pipe Major Catherine McDonald played two bagpipe numbers before the 21-gun salute by the Polk County Sheriff Honor Guard, commanded by Deputy Pedro O Farrell ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Schools earn energy award Nov 15, 2009
The five schools participate in the Polk County School Board s energy management program, which encourages energy efficiency and tracks energy usage in buildings owned by the Polk County School Board. Edward W. Bok Academy was not eligible for Energy Star consideration through Polk s energy management program. (Lake Wales News, FL)
NAACP calls community meeting Nov 15, 2009
Smith is a Polk County Sheriff Alumni, he said, and said that as far as the man being arrested, the group has no disagreement that the LWPD had reason to take him into custody. Their concern is the way the incident was handled. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Polk Countys first family of Judoto be honored by county commission (5) Nov 15, 2009
Polk Countys first family of Judoto be honored by county commission ... Published: Saturday, November 14, 2009 10:07 AM EST For a decade now one Polk County family has reigned supreme in the field of martial arts in the Sunshine State earning them the titular honor of Polk County s first family of Judo ... The Germains husband and wife Brian and Chris and daughters Katie and Kelly will be honored Wednesday morning at a ceremony before the Polk County Board of County Commissioners. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Russell D. Barnhart Nov 15, 2009
He was a retired heavy equipment operator for Polk County, a member of First Baptist Church in Lake Wales and a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army. He participated in six European campaigns, including the landing on Utah Beach and the Battle of the Bulge. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Texting driver charged, county policy changed Nov 15, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 10:09 AM EST The Bartow man accused of negligence in an August wreck that cost a garbage man his legs was working for Polk County Board of County Commissioners at the time of the accident, the Lake Wales News has confirmed ... According to the Polk County Sheriff s Office, Horne works as a surveyor for the county commission. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Three Fort Meade Medical Supporters To Be Honored With Memorial On Thursday Nov 15, 2009
Since then the Polk County Education Foundation has established a scholarship in her name for students pursuing the nursing field. Karla was an excellent cook with a giving spirit, her husband of 21 years Ben Speight said. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
County Accountant Faces Censure Over Audit Error Nov 15, 2009
Corrected figures were approved by the Polk County School Board last month. The reprimand was handed down at the conclusion of an internal investigation into the accountant s actions. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Fighting Miner Football Clinches Eleventh Straight District Title, 36-3 Nov 15, 2009
So bundle up and get ready for some football, Polk County style. See you at the ball game. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
City To Seek $8 Million Loan for Sewer Projects Nov 15, 2009
The 24-inch line would allow the Polk County Commission to connect its customers in that area to the city s system, and then to shut down a troubled county plant ... Acceptance of $207,520 in federal law enforcement funds to replace 28 mobile police radios and $7,500 to pay for 75 users of Polk County s countywide records system ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Bartow Offers Fun, Food, Music And More Nov 15, 2009
Bartow will welcome Caribbean Festival of Polk County today from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the L.B. Brown House Museum, 470 L.B. Brown Avenue, Bartow ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
History From Our Files Nov 15, 2009
Next door neighbors Janet Booream and Jay Hunt of Alturas have been named this year s winners of the Polk County 4-H outstanding boy and girl awards ... After more than a year of troubles and unsettled times for the 53-year-old Polk County Hospital, a board of trustees composed of seven Polk County citizens, two of whom live in Bartow, will take over leadership of the hospital operations ... Other winners in Polk County: Congressman Andy Ireland re-elected over challenger Pat Glass; Jerry Hill... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
BHS Staff Under Investigation In KHS Player Ineligibility Report (198) Nov 14, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 10:09 AM EST An internal investigation is being conducted by Polk County Schools human resources division into how Bartow High School obtained information about Kathleen High School football players grades ... Don Bridges, Polk County Schools director of athletics, said that FHSAA bylaws say if you intentionally or inadvertently play an ineligible player, it s mandatory that you forfeit all games that that ineligible player played in ... 2009 Polk County... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Peterson & Myerslauded by county Nov 12, 2009
Recipient of the 2009 Polk County Economic Leader Award presented by The Central Florida Development Council Inc. of Polk County, they are certainly pleased to receive the award, said attorney Jack Brandon, who has spent the last 40 years with the firm ... We continue to grow as Polk County continues in its growth and development, he said, we continue to grow our law firm to accommodate the business needs of Polk County and Polk County has really been very good to our firm. (Lake Wales News, FL)
The dog show is coming! Nov 12, 2009
Nov. 21 is the big day when Polk County 4-H sponsors the event which will be held in the grassy triangle/oval space between the basketball court and Lakeshore Boulevard at the west end of Lake Wailes. The event, from 11 a.m. til 3 p.m., will feature a variety of competitions including a costume contest, biggest/littlest dog contest, a don t laugh (yet) weiner-dog race, a best trick contest, and beginner, intermediate and advanced obedience trials. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Weekend of Crafts, Bluegrass, Caribbean Fun Nov 12, 2009
Bartow will welcome Caribbean Festival of Polk County on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the L.B. Brown House Museum, 470 L.B. Brown Avenue, Bartow ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Warriors come from behind to beat Dolphins Nov 12, 2009
Rafael Echemendia, Knuth s roommate and another Polk County product, saw action taking snaps at quarterback while rotating every two drives with Jones. After the Dolphins went three and out on their next possession, Echemendia picked up two first downs on the series with runs of nine and 13 yards to get the Dolphins down to the Warrior 27-yard line but no points were put on the board, as Echemendia tried to hook up with Knuth on the third down play. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Fighting Miner Football Clinches Eleventh Straight District Title, 36-3 (50) Nov 12, 2009
So bundle up and get ready for some football, Polk County style. See you at the ball game. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Nearriot isworriesmany Nov 12, 2009
Polk County Sheriff s Office deputies as well as Troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol responded from throughout the county to provide further assistance dispersing the crowd. Ultimately, the crowd of between 75-100 people were dispersed and law enforcement was able to leave the area at approximately 4 p.m. Two officers as well as a suspect were treated and released for minor injuries at the Lake Wales Medical Center following the incident, noted Velasquez. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Veterans Honored for Service in War and Peace Nov 12, 2009
Since 2002 he served as the Polk County coordinator for all 13 JROTC units in the school district ... Pipe Major Catherine McDonald played two bagpipe numbers before the 21-gun salute by the Polk County Sheriff Honor Guard, commanded by Deputy Pedro O Farrell ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Local ministers to live on platform for 7 days Nov 12, 2009
And Kidz Zone is frequently seen throughout Polk County, as they take activities for children to major events, such as Pioneer Days, the Christmas Parade, Howl at the Moon in Winter Haven, and many other functions ... These days, their horizons have expanded to include any public event in Polk County, and have actually gone as far as Sturgis, S.D., to the annual biker rally there. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Man Takes Plea Deal in Central Fla. Steroids Bust Nov 12, 2009
The Polk County Sheriff's Office said Thomas boasted of selling steroids to professional baseball, hockey and football players, but didn't name any of the athletes. Authorities do not have any evidence he sold the pills to members of the teams he cited. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Groundswell forms for open gambling in Florida Nov 12, 2009
What might fit well for Miami-Dade, for instance, might not, say, for the people in Polk County. . (The News-Press -- Business)
Community Calendar and Area Events Nov 12, 2009
Their guest speaker will be from the Polk County Sheriff's Office and will discuss identity theft ... Fifth Annual 2009 Ride for the Red Motorcycle Poker Run for the American Red Cross Polk County Chapter from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ride will take place throughout Polk County. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Winter Haven Realtor enters commission race against incumbent Jean Reed Nov 12, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 11, 2009 10:09 AM EST With the next county commission election less than a year away, a Winter Haven real-estate agent has thrown his hat into the ring to take over the District 4 seat of the Polk County Board of County Commissioners ... Born and raised in the Winter Haven area, Dantzler attended Polk County public schools before attending the University of Florida where he earned a bachelor of science degree in business administration ... He also serves on the... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Bok Academy embarrasses county Nov 11, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 10:08 AM EST Bok Academy and the Lake Wales Charter Schools have embarrassed the Polk County School Board ... LW community member wrote on Nov 8, 2009 4:51 AM:" This article is right on spot. And actually, while Bok Academy may not have had an "official" approval for additional student numbers, the request to the School Board was made in a timely manner and the Polk County School Board nodded its acknowledgment in several ways. (including a walk-through at... (Lake Wales News, FL)
CSC Fire Sparks Outpouring of Community Help Nov 9, 2009
The Polk County Democrat will run a quarter-page of free advertising for each fund-raising event conducted by a non-profit agency specifically for the CSC, Publisher S.L. Frisbie, IV, said. The United Way, which helps find individuals and organizations to adopt some of the CSC families for Christmas, will work to increase the number of adoptions, in which a group or person fulfills the Christmas food and gift needs for a family. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Floridas Natural Foundation gives out inaugural grants Nov 8, 2009
Highlands County Habitat for Humanity, Lake Wales Care Center, Lake Wales Charter Schools, Lake Wales Family Literacy Council, Lake Wales Girl Scouts, Lake Wales Literacy Council, Lake Wales YMCA, Our Children's Academy, Polk County Agri-fest/Polk County Farm Bureau, Polk Education Foundation, Polk State College Foundation Scholarship Recognition Inc., Umatilla Kiwanis Club, United Way of Central Florida/Family Fundamentals and Let s Grow Initiative We Care of Polk County. Formed in 1933, the... (Lake Wales News, FL)
CO leak sends three Warner studentsto LW hospital Nov 8, 2009
According to Heather Smith, Polk County Fire Services spokesperson, the emergency call came in at 11:08 p.m. and the scene cleared at 11:21 ... The Polk County Fire Department responded with its hazardous materials unit, Hall said, in order to determine the nature of the incident. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Green industry could happen Nov 8, 2009
Why not take this technology several steps further in Polk County. Perhaps the School Board should look into the feasibility of installing solar panels on the roofs of all school buildings to provide electricity for our schools. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Frostproof will hostsome of 2010Southeast Festival Nov 8, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 10:08 AM EST Polk County will be the Host City for the 2010 Southeast Sports Festival, it was announced this week, and some events for the multi-state event are slated to be held in Frostproof. Polk County is very excited to be selected as the host of the 2010 Southeast Sports Festival, said Marc Zimmerman, sales and events manager for Central Florida s Polk County Sports Marketing ... Polk County venues currently scheduled to be used for the Southeast... (Lake Wales News, FL)
Bok Academy embarrasses county (11) Nov 8, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 10:08 AM EST Bok Academy and the Lake Wales Charter Schools have embarrassed the Polk County School Board. This is the reason for the attacks on the school. (Lake Wales News, FL)
LEGO League Robotics Tourney held Nov 8, 2009
Published: Saturday, November 7, 2009 10:08 AM EST Lakeland s Crystal Lake Middle School, Lakeland s Rochelle School of the Arts and Auburndale s Stambaugh Middle School took top honors at the 2009 Polk County LEGO League Robotics Tournament. Approximately 120 students from 15 middle schools competed by designing, building and programming robots using LEGO bricks, motors, gears and software. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Caregiver Charged With Stealing $205,000 Nov 8, 2009
Ms. King was booked into the Polk County jail, and released on a total of $60,000 bond, $15,000 each on four first degree felony charges ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Community Calendar Nov 8, 2009
Their guest speaker will be from the Polk County Sheriff's Office and will be discussing the topic of identity theft ... Fifth Annual 2009 Ride for the Red Motorcycle Poker Run for the American Red Cross Polk County Chapter from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ride will take place throughout Polk County. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Cops lose bagwith 20g marijuana (175) Nov 7, 2009
In 2008 Jerrod Menzie faced 11 charges: his first arrest by the Polk County Sheriff s Office, according to. Those charges included carrying a concealed weapon and possession of marijuana with intent to sell or deliver, marijuana possession, possession of narcotic equipment, possession of non schedule without permission, maintaining a conveyance for drug use or sale, aggravated battery person uses deadly weapon, and four charges aggravated assault with deadly weapon without intent to kill. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Potter, Schriewer Advance to Final Round of Futures Tour Qualifying Nov 6, 2009
A field of 287 players has competed in Central Florida this week on four courses in Polk County for 2010 Duramed Futures Tour playing status. Of the 287 players, 96 have advanced to Friday's final round. (Mutigers.com)
BREAKFAST BONUS Nov 6, 2009
Sports - from TBO.com Blogs. A sensational time to be a college football fan Posted October 05, 2009 by Tom McEwen Updated Oct 06, 2009 at 11:39 PM. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Lightsey is Southeasts farmer of year Nov 5, 2009
He s active in the Polk County Youth Fair, is on a drainage board and has been an advisor on conservation land acquisition in Polk County. He has also been on a water management district land management board, served on the board of Babcock Ranch and is an advisor to Buck Island Ranch. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Jerome Davis Nov 5, 2009
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He worked for Polk County Schools for 33 years as a teacher and coach ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Manley Defeats Filyaw in City Election Nov 5, 2009
She will take the Seat 5 position now held by Melony Bell, who did not seek re-election to her city post because she is running for election to the Polk County Commission. Ms. Manley is a retired 30-year employee of the Polk County School Board, where she held positions in purchasing, finance, and personnel. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
City Commissioners Pledge No Disruption of Church Services During Bike Fest Nov 5, 2009
Proclaimed Nov. 14 to 20 as Polk County Family Week ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Floral Lakes Prepares For Annual Bazaar Nov 5, 2009
Floral Lakes Retirement Community is on South Floral Avenue, opposite the Civic Center and next to the Polk County Schools office ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Dateline: Historic Fort Meade Nov 5, 2009
His FFA activities have included forestry field team, the parliamentary procedure team, meat judging team, state convention alternate delegate and delegate, chairman of the scholarship committee, chairman of the BOAC committee, chapter secretary, chapter vice president, Polk County Federation secretary, attendance at the National FFA Leadership Conference, and citrus camp. Other school activities include science club, junior varsity baseball, varsity baseball and basketball statistician, varsity... (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Meter readers becoming extinct Nov 5, 2009
Currently Lake Wales is the only city in Polk County who has Flex Net. To give an example of the system s efficiency, Slaton said to compare how long it takes to read 1000 house to house meters with reading all of Lake Ashton in about three minutes. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Hospice there when you need it Nov 5, 2009
Published: Wednesday, November 4, 2009 10:11 AM EST Polk County can be thankful for many blessings ... But fortunately, we again are blessed to have compassionate hospice care available in Polk County with dedicated caregivers who are ready to help. (Lake Wales News, FL)
OUR READERS SAY Nov 1, 2009
Why not take this technology several steps further in Polk County ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
PSC Hosts IT Showcase On Lakeland Campus Nov 1, 2009
The IT Showcase is co-sponsored by the Polk County Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals and Perpetual Technology Solutions of Lakeland. Admission is free and includes a continental breakfast and box lunch. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Manley Versus Filyaw At Tuesdays City Commission Election For Seat 5; Watts Unopposed For Seat 3 Nov 1, 2009
She is retired from the Polk County School Board after 30 years at the district office with purchasing, finance, and personnel experience. I care about the people here in my hometown and I want to help make good decisions for Fort Meade, she said. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
Bartow Library Book Babies Ready For Halloween Nov 1, 2009
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Letters, We Get Letters . . . Nov 1, 2009
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PSC Hosts IT Showcase On Lakeland Campus (8) Nov 1, 2009
The IT Showcase is co-sponsored by the Polk County Chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals and Perpetual Technology Solutions of Lakeland ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Bartow Native Joins Jax Government Relations Firm Nov 1, 2009
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History From Our Files Nov 1, 2009
A brief but intense fire in the kitchen of the Polk County jail Saturday night forced the emergency evacuation of 179 inmates when thick black smoke poured into the cell blocks ... 9 miles north of the Bartow business district, soon will be dotted with residential dwellings, recreation areas and condominiums, according to a development plan approved Tuesday by Polk County commissioners ... A defendant who has insisted on representing himself on a murder charge must be furnished a makeshift legal... (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Fort Meade Woman Plans To Participate In 60-Mile Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk Nov 1, 2009
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From Yee-haw to Ha-ha, Bartow Performing Arts Series Keeps Arts Alive Nov 1, 2009
The task force also worked with Polk County Schools to secure the use of the BEA auditorium with a history of hosting public performances ... Moving to the Historic Polk County Courthouse, the Feb. 13 performance of Disorder in the Court ... 2009 Polk County Democrat Send feedback to. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Aqui Chiropractic Offers Massages For Relay Nov. 5 Nov 1, 2009
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Church Service Center Battles Flames, But Kindles Renewed Commitment To Bartow Nov 1, 2009
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Womens Outdoor Weekend Set For Nov.7-8 Nov 1, 2009
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Businesses, Groups May Decorate Trees for Festival Nov 1, 2009
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