New Apartments Contemplated for Chalet Suzanne Road
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to include clarifying comments from City Manager James Slaton. Lake Wales City Commissioners will consider the possible development of... — Updated 5/16/2022
Neighborhood Shopping Center Proposed for Hunt Bros. Road
The Lake Wales City Commission will vote Tuesday on a proposal that will allow construction of a new "neighborhood" shopping center at the currently-remote corner of Hunt Brothers... — Updated 5/14/2022
CRA Agrees to Purchase Building After Receiving Incorrect Information
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story has been updated to include comments from City Manager James Slaton. A confusing staff report may have led to city commissioners, sitting as the board of... — Updated 5/16/2022
Church Likely to Appeal Planning Board Density Recommendation
A request by Trinity Baptist Church for a designation of MDR- Medium Density Residential was met by a recommendation for a lower density LDR designation by the Planning and Zoning... — Updated 5/15/2022
Rotary to Host Speaker Series Focused on Downtown Revitalization
Citizens interested in learning the details and impact of the city-reshaping Lake Wales Connected plan are invited to attend any of four luncheon meetings on the topic beginning... — Updated 5/14/2022
Barney Moore, Inspirational Community Leader, Dead at 61
Well-known Lake Wales community leader Barney Moore passed away early Friday at AdventHealth Lake Wales Medical Center. Moore, 61, inspired many citizens to greater efforts on... — Updated 5/8/2022
City "Connected" Plan Receives Million-Dollar Boost
Plans to build sidewalks and plant scores of shade trees to enhance the Northwest Neighborhood, part of the Lake Wales Connected plan, received a major boost last week with the... — Updated 5/17/2022
City Hires New Deputy City Manager
The City of Lake Wales has hired Joanna Abernathy to fill the vacant position of deputy city manager. Abernathy will be overseeing various municipal operations while assisting City... — Updated 5/4/2022
Second High School Proposed for Lake Wales
A second public high school for Lake Wales moved a large step closer to reality last week after Polk County Schools Superintendent Frederick Heid proposed that McLaughlin Middle... — Updated 5/10/2022
School Board Trustee Arrested
Marcus Kirby, an associate pastor at HighPoint Church and a trustee of the Lake Wales Charter School Board, is facing felony charges after admitting he stole an estimated $23,690... — Updated 5/1/2022
- Armed Robbery of Gate Service Station Reported
- Oguntola Issues Plea for Charter School Peace
- New Magnolias Planted Along Lakeshore Boulevard
- Heart-Trained Missionaries Helping Change Lives Around the Globe
- Downtown Merchants, Property Owners Hear Presentation on Connected Plan
- Hilligoss Wins Mayoral Race, Krueger Elected to City Commission
- Campaign Finances Show Questionable Expense, Possible Violation
- Sheriff Denies Any Endorsement in City Elections
- CRA Housing Rehab Program Offers Help to Northwest Neighborhood
- Anonymous Video Attacks Mayoral Candidate
- Warnings Issued to Private Businesses, Citizens About Potential Cyber Attacks
- Portion of Third Street to Close Permanently Wednesday
- Groundbreaking Effectively Starts Construction of Connected Plan
- Annual Inter-faith Sunrise Service to Mark Easter at Bok Tower Gardens
- Lake Wales Heritage to Plant New Magnolias
- Downtown Property Redevelopment on the Upswing
- T Mobile Gives City $48,000 Toward Landscaping "City in a Garden"
- Crystal Lake Trail Groundbreaking Happens April 4
- Olmsted Connected Lake Wales With Mountain Lake, Bok Tower Gardens
- Chamber of Commerce Organizes Another Election Forum
- Elections Health Precautions May Affect You on April 5
- Candidates' Finance Reports Reveal Support, Differing Strategies
- Five City Candidates Discussed Issues At Monday Forum
- Edward Bok's Vision For Lake Wales Grew Beyond HIs Gardens and Tower
- City's Horticulture Department Kicks up the Charm for Lake Wales
- Commissioners Hilligoss, Williams Kill Resolution Supporting Charter School System
- CRA Board Approves Sale of Lot for New Lincoln Avenue Restaurant
- City Commission Chooses 30-year Bonds Over Bank Financing
- "Frustrated" Mayor Complains About Absence of Commissioners
- Lake Wales to Receive $800,000 From Federal Budget to Boost Connected Plan
- Commission Workshop Hears Multiple Housing Development Project Proposals
- Commissioner Williams, Not Hilligoss, Apparent Source of Mayor's Ire
- Crooked Lake Park Area to be affected by New Interlocal Agreement
- Monday Forum Will Allow Citizens to Question Candidates
- Lake Wales Police Respond to Call About Shots Fired
- Lake Wales to Create Tree Advisory Board
- CRA Adds Central Avenue Bicycle Track to Connected Plans
- "State of the City" is Good, Mayor Says in Annual Report
- Commission and Mayoral Candidates Answered Questions From the Public
- LakeWalesNews.Net, 60 Minutes News Show Intersect Here
- Bok Tower Garden's Geert D'hollander Wins Olmsted 200 National Competition
- City Initiates Land Use Study to Guide Future Development in Lake Wales
- Charter School Trustees Choose Dr. Wayne V. Rodofich to Lead System
- City Candidates' Forum Happens Monday Night
- County Suspends Recycling? Not Here!
- Scenic Highway and Mountain Lake Intersection Construction Continues
- Connected Plan Revives the Goal of City's Founders
- Central Avenue To Be Closed West of US 27 For Three Weeks
- Charter School Superintendent Vote Happens Tuesday
- Six Candidates Qualify for Two Open City Seats
- Qualifying Opens for City Mayor, Commission Posts
- Lake Wales Housing Authority, CRA Agree to Continue Cooperative Approach
- Goldstein Withdraws From City Commission Race
- Local Event One of Hundreds of Concerts, Celebrations for Frederick Law Olmsted Bicentennial
- Road Closing For Railroad Repair Moves South
- Ideological Group Seeks to Influence Superintendent Selection
- Superintendent Search Controversy Deepens
- Jennifer D'hollander Leaving Lake Wales History Museum
- City, CRA File 12-Count Lawsuit Against Dixie Walesbilt LLC
- Superintendent Finalists Met the Community Thursday
- Public Has Opportunity to Meet Superintendent Finalists Today
- Abandoned Signs A Headache for Development Services
- Affordable Housing Public-Private Partnership Paying Off in Lake Wales
- Hunt Brothers Road to be Closed at Florida Midland Railroad During Repairs
- High School Principal Donna Dunson Retains Legal Counsel
- Charter School Superintendent Search Committee Recommends Three Finalists
- Green Gables Location to be Rezoned for Apartments
- City Proceeds With Suit Against Dixie Walesbilt LLC
- City Commission Approves Park Avenue Connector Trail Project
- New Traffic Light Planned for Scenic Highway at Mountain Lake Road
- City, Civic Groups Plan Celebration of Olmsted Heritage Parks
- City Development Services Adds Staff to Keep Up With Surge in Proposals
- Lake Wales Artist Sought for Huge Project Grant
- Election Workers Sought to Assist in Voting Process
- 600-unit Development to feature 152 Townhomes Near Winn-Dixie
- City To Expand Again With Large Voluntary Annexations
- Walesbilt Hotel Proposal Still Alive, Under Deadline to Avoid Suit
- Lake Wales Investors Purchase Friedlander Building With Plans for Apartments, Restaurant
- Lake Wales Observes Martin Luther King Jr. Day With Events
- First New SR 60 Bridge Beams Set Despite Inclement Weather
- Lakeshore Club Villas May Qualify for Federal Infrastructure Funds
- City Gets Title to Seminole Hotel, Prepares to Give it to CRA
- Lake Wales Theatre Cancelled January 21-23 Due to Covid Cases
- US 27 Closure to Impact Traffic This Weekend
- Six Candidates Remain in Charter School Superintendent Search
- "Traffic-geddon" Coming To Lake Wales as US 27 Closing Causes Detours
- Looking Back: The Top Ten News Stories of 2021 in Lake Wales
- KT Sunshine Festival is This Weekend in Lake Wailes Park
- Actions by City, FDOT Open New Potential Apartment Site on Twin Lakes
- City, Walesbilt Developers Open Negotiations With a "Productive" Meeting
- Lake Wales Airport Seeing Significant Growth, Improvements
- City Commission Agrees To Negotiate Hotel Deal Under Deadline
- Scenic Bluffs Development Receives Final Approval
- Work Progresses On Historic Restoration Project
- Lake Wales Library Cuts Hours Temporarily Due to Staff Shortages
- Future Transportation Maps Show Course of New Parkway Through Lake Wales
- Is Walesbilt Hotel Project On Verge of Success?
- Still More Details Emerge of Walesbilt Hotel Redevelopment Deal
- High-Speed Fiber Optic Internet Coming to Lake Wales
- City Commission To Consider Suit To Regain Walesbilt Hotel
- County Approves Subdivision Near Timberlane Road
- Christmas In Lake Wales Means Giving and Delights
- Charter School Superintendent Search Enters Next Phase
- Six Students Arrested After Lunch-Hour Fight at High School
- Historic Building Restoration Leads to Mystery
- What Do You Like About Lake Wales? We'd Like to Know
- Downtown Streetscape Plans May Expand to Portions of Orange, Crystal Avenues
- City Commissioners Wrestle With Growth Challenges in Workshop
- Superintendent Candidate Field Narrows to Eight
- Thousands Turn Out to Herald Holidays, Welcome Santa
- City Commission Approves Purchase of Seminole Hotel Despite Last-Minute Appeal of Kebabjian
- A Christmas Tree That Will Live For Hundreds of Years? It's Available
- New Fishing Column Added to Local Coverage
- City Surprises New Florida Veterans' Department Head With Recognition
- City Asks For Participation in "Community Conditions Survey"
- City Gets Seminole Hotel Under Settlement Terms
- Dramatic Video of Crash as Police Cruiser, Two Other Vehicles Destroyed in Crash
- "Empty Bowls" Effort Will Help Feed Hungry in Our Community
Bluegill Still Hot Targets, Bass Can be Found
On Lake Walk-in-Water, anglers are still catching bluegill on crickets in the pads and grass. Bass are up shallow morning before the heat and wind picks up, and evening if the... — Updated 5/10/2022
University, High School Student Sports Reporters Sought
Area college and high school students with a penchant for sports have an opportunity to earn some career creds by providing coverage of their favorite local teams, according to... — Updated 5/2/2022
Bluegills and Shellcrackers are Feasting Now
On Lake Walk-in-Water, bluegill action is heating up for those who are using crickets in the lily pads. Throw a Gambler Big EZ or Houdini lure first thing in the morning for bass.... — Updated 5/4/2022
Catfish, Bass and Shell Crackers the Hot Targets Now
On Lake Walk-in-Water, anglers are catching limits of bluegill on crickets in among the lily pads. Bass are pulling back out to the outside edge of vegetation. Throw a watermelon... — Updated 4/25/2022
Shell Crackers Drawing Crowds to Lake Kissimmee
On Lake Walk-in-Water, anglers are catching their limit of shell crackers and bluegill in the lily pads on red worms and crickets. Bass are roaming inside, feeding after the spawn... — Updated 4/19/2022
Highlanders to Induct Five Into Hall of Fame
The second annual Highlander Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 30, and Shelli Jacobs, secretary of the Highlander Booster Club, is excited... — Updated 5/1/2022
After a Bout With Winds, Fishing is Back on the Agenda
Not too many anglers were out last week due to the high winds we have experienced, but now that calmer weather has arrived, the fish and fishers are active again. On Lake... — Updated 4/12/2022
Changing Seasons Mean Changes in Fishing Tactics
With warming weather and recent rains, fishing patterns keep changing. Keep checking back for the latest updates. On big Lake Walk-in-the-Water, bluegill and shell cracker are... — Updated 4/4/2022
Fishing Has Heated Up, It's Time to Get On The Water!
Fishing is red hot at the moment, so don't miss this opportunity to get a hold of a bucket-mouth or a stringer of shellcrackers! On Lake Walk-in-the-Water, anglers are catching a... — Updated 3/28/2022
Walk-in-the-Water Stocked With Prize-Winning Tagged Bass
Lake Walk-in-the-Water has been revealed to contain a tagged bass, one of several Florida lakes to have received a trophy bass bearing a special pink tag. The tag and documentation... — Updated 3/16/2022
- Fishing Still Spotty as Weather Heats Up
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- How Lake Wales is Affected by the Chinese Winter Olympics
- There's Some Hot Fishing Action on Area Lakes
- Big Bass Are Getting Active on Area Lakes
- Big Bass Are Biting Now, So Let's See Where the Action Is
- The Fish Aren't Taking A Holiday on Area Lakes
- This Week's Fishing Report Shows Where the Action Is
- Largemouth Bass May Become Commercial Fish
- The Weekly Fishing Report Will Guide You To 'Em
- Fish Are Biting, If You Know Where to Try
- Bass Fishing Tournament Draws Hundreds to Camp Mack Saturday
Polk Announces Annual Student Art Contest
It's time to raid your art supply closet – the 19th Annual Water Conservation Art Contest is open for entries. The contest is open to all Polk County students from kindergarten... — Updated 3/23/2022
Webber Students Dominate Future Business Leaders of America District Competition.
In an amazing display of business acumen, a group of Webber International University students recently swept virtually every top honor in District III Future Business Leaders of... — Updated 2/17/2022
Elections Supervisor Lori Edwards Offering Scholarships
Polk County Supervisor of Elections Lori Edwards announced today that the Florida Supervisors of Elections (FSE) will award four $1,200 scholarships to Florida students in 2022.... — Updated 1/21/2022
Three Florida Polytechnic Scientists Ranked Among Globes' Top Two Percent
With innovative research in nanomedicine, energy systems, and rare earth element recovery, three Florida Polytechnic University professors have been listed among the top 2%... — Updated 12/7/2021
Federal Funds Allow Polk State to Forgive Student Debt
Polk State College announced that it is eliminating $1.2 million in student debt to alleviate financial burdens for students brought on by the COVID-19 public health emergency.... — Updated 12/3/2021
New Dealership Sign of Growth in Local Business Community
The gradual expansion of the Lake Wales Business Community is receiving another boost as the Dyer Auto Group prepares to open their new Chevrolet dealership on US 27 North across... — Updated 5/14/2022
Free Keith Urban Guitar and Tickets Offered by Lake Wales CDJR
Do you like country music? Maybe you're a Keith Urban fan? Or maybe you're just feeling a bit lucky and could use some extra cash? If so, here's a great opportunity: The "Low... — Updated 5/14/2022
Mahalak Auto Group Sponsors Florida Farm Show
The Florida Farm Show is Florida's largest agricultural trade show. The show features live music, over 200 local vendors, heavy equipment retailers, great food, family fun and... — Updated 3/20/2022
Lake Wales History is Central to Future Success, Business Leaders Learn
Some 100 guests and supporters of the Lake Wales Main Street gathered Monday morning for a 90-minute session and left filled with not only lunch but inspiration. City planner Ed... — Updated 3/25/2022
Lake Wales Chrysler Dodge Dealer to Host Live Nationwide Broadcast
Lake Wales Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (CDJR) will host a live, nationwide television broadcast on National AgDay, March 22. The dealership was selected by the Certified Agriculture... — Updated 3/21/2022
Lake Wales' Newest Restaurant Holds Grand Opening
Dining choices in Lake Wales have expanded recently, and the official grand opening of one new restaurant drew a happy crowd of diners to celebrate. Wales Pointe, already a popular... — Updated 3/13/2022
Winedown a Great Success for Lake Wales Main Street
A festive February evening and pleasant weather drew hundreds of pedestrians to fill the sidewalks of downtown for the Lake Wales Mainstreet Winedown event. Some two dozen... — Updated 2/11/2022
"Modern Day Tiffanys" Offered at New Downtown Shop
A unique and colorful specialty shop is holding a grand opening Saturday in the Rhodesbilt Arcade on Stuart Avenue downtown when "Modern Day Tiffanys" opens their doors to the... — Updated 2/11/2022
U.S. Screen Corporation Expanding Into Commerce and Technology Park
Business is booming for many local enterprises, no less so for Lake Wales entrepreneur Chad Riedel, who grown his operations beyond the capacity of several facilities since... — Updated 12/22/2021
University of Florida Researchers Use Butterflies as Tools
Researchers from the University of Florida are using butterflies as a way to measure the health of ecosystems in a new effort that may have far-ranging uses. In 2017, a group of... — Updated 5/6/2022
Florida Celebrates the Protected Gopher Tortoise
Florida celebrates a special day for gopher tortoises for very important reasons. The gopher tortoise plays a significant role in many of Florida's ecosystems and deserves our... — Updated 3/31/2022
Highlands Hammock Offers "Firefly Tours" Starting March 15
Highlands Hammock State Park has a full lineup of activities and special events for the month of March including nature hikes, "Firefly Nights" tram tours, and a Music in the Park... — Updated 3/14/2022
Check Your Irrigation Timer When You 'Spring Forward' for Daylight Saving Time
Saturday night is when we will turn our clocks ahead one hour. The time change is also a good time to make sure irrigation system timers are set correctly to ensure that the... — Updated 3/8/2022
Volunteers Build and Monitor Nest Boxes for Kestrels
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) volunteer program helps Floridians get directly involved with conservation and restoration projects across the state.... — Updated 3/2/2022
Avian Influenza Confirmed in Wild Birds in Florida
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has been notified by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory of confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza... — Updated 2/23/2022
5,000 young Long Leaf Pines to be Planted in Lake Wales Ridge State Forest
Lake Wales area residents are being offered a hands-on habitat restoration activity which will see the planting of 5,000 young Long Leaf pines at the Lake Wales Ridge State... — Updated 2/5/2022
Providing Homes for Nesting Birds is a Rewarding Effort
Different species of birds build their nests in all sorts of different places – high in the treetops, deep in thick shrubs, even hiding in plain sight on the ground. Some birds... — Updated 1/28/2022
US Forest Service is in Paradigm Shift To Use Logging, Controlled Burns
Editor's Note: Controlled burns and selective logging have been employed on certain Florida properties including many environmental preserves. The proven technique is now being... — Updated 1/21/2022
Cutting Christmas Trees: Good or Bad for the Environment?
Christmas is a time for celebrating the season and a time for cutting down trees – and that holiday tradition sometimes leads to discussions about what's best for the... — Updated 12/20/2021
Why LakeWalesNews.Net Will Not Endorse in City Races
As the campaigns that will shape the election of a mayor and city commissioner come to a close, some have asked whether our editorial board will endorse any of the five candidates.... — Updated 4/2/2022
A Disservice to Students, Parents, Community
Lake Wales has been blessed by the creation of the Lake Wales Charter Schools system nearly two decades ago. Now representing seven schools educating students in grades 1 through... — Updated 3/19/2022
Solar Energy Takes Hit From Florida Legislature
As Russian tanks roll into Ukraine and global energy supplies are pinched, rising prices are driving home the point that dispersed sources of renewable energy are critical to our... — Updated 3/18/2022
City Investment in Walesbilt Project Justified
Symbols of Success and Failure Long recognized as the dominant symbol of downtown Lake Wales, the eleven-story Walesbilt Hotel is now among the dominant topics of conversation in... — Updated 1/19/2022
Net Metering Bills Are An Affront To Florida Freedoms
The energy demands of the Sunshine State are rising apace of our booming population. New homes, schools, and businesses need electricity in plenty. The problem for Florida is that... — Updated 1/18/2022
Proposal for Partisan School Boards a Bad Idea
Democracy relies upon "the consent of the governed" to function. Consent implies an understanding of the questions of importance to the populace, which in turn requires an educated... — Updated 12/13/2021
"Bloody Murder" Is An Entertaining Romp That Dismembers a Genre
"Bloody Murder" isn't normally anything to laugh about, but when interpreted by a cast of characters in the current production at Lake Wales Little Theatre you'll find yourself... — Updated 4/3/2022
Lake Wales Arts Festival Graces Lake Wailes Park This Weekend
Lovers of beauty and the arts expect a breezy and beautiful weekend for the Lake Wales Arts Festival which opens Saturday morning March 12 in Lake Wailes Park for a two-day show.... — Updated 3/14/2022
Big Mardi Gras Weekend is Here
A zany parade featuring colorful floats, marchers and faux royalty will fill the streets of downtown Lake Wales with thousands of revelers this weekend as the traditional Lake... — Updated 3/7/2022
Aaron Tippin to Headline Lake Wales Concert
The Junior League of Lake Wales is kicking off their organizational efforts with a splash as they host country music star Aaron Tippin, who will headline a musical performance and... — Updated 2/2/2022
Lake Wales Mardi Gras Expected to Draw Tens of Thousands to City
The Carnival season has returned to Lake Wales, and the annual Mardi Gras event is once again expected to draw tens of thousands of spectators and participants to a zany and... — Updated 1/26/2022
Mardi Gras Party to Open Festivities on February 19th
A festive evening of colorful costumes, dance music, food and fun is in store for guests at a special Mardi Gras themed party hosted by the Lake wales Woman's Club. The party,... — Updated 1/12/2022
Theatre Review: "Ripcord" Offers an Evening of Entertaining Fun
An evening of often hilarious one-upmanship between roommates with a dash of Halloween flair is the basis of plenty of great gags as Lake Wales Little Theater (LWLT) presents... — Updated 1/15/2022
Lake Wales' Newest Restaurant Expands Dining Choices
Wales Pointe is the city's newest restaurant and is already proving to be yet another bright spot downtown. Located at 207 East Park Avenue across from the well-known town clock,... — Updated 1/21/2022
"Ripcord" Offers Evening of Entertainment at Lake Wales Little Theatre
Live theatre offers a great alternative to pre-recorded television shows, and that "anything can happen" excitement makes for some surprising moments. The opportunity to take in... — Updated 1/12/2022
Polk Senior Games Offer Fun, Competition
Got a team of seniors who want to win a title? Or perhaps you're just feeling competitive yourself? Why not consider taking part in the Senior Games? The annual games are modeled... — Updated 12/16/2021
Care Center Invites Public to Join Bike Event Friday
You are invited to join a host of others in an opportunity to get some fresh air and exercise this week. The Lake Wales Care Center is encouraging area residents to take part in... — Updated 5/17/2022
Local Actor Sees His Feature Film Premier In Lake Wales
After five years of rising success in the film and television industry, Lake Wales actor and screenwriter Jeff Herman will undoubtedly be there in person Monday night for the... — Updated 5/7/2022
AdventHealth Lake Wales Achieves Leapfrog Grade "B" in Patient Safety
AdventHealth Lake Wales has achieved a "B" patient safety grade by the prestigious Leapfrog Group. The safety grade is awarded based on a hospital's performance in preventing... — Updated 5/15/2022
Lake Wales Podiatrist Offers Focused Diabetes Care
Lake Wales area residents dealing with foot ailments due to the effects of diabetes should know that it is a serious health problem that demands treatment, according to Dr. Prerna... — Updated 4/14/2022
Faithful Gather in Park For Good Friday Observance
Some 100 persons gathered at noon Friday in Lake Wailes Park to walk "The Way of the Cross," a shared Christian tradition marking the passion of Christ. Cooled by a slight breeze,... — Updated 4/16/2022
Bone Marrow Gives the Gift of Life
Being a hero and helping repair the world may be easier than many people realize. How? Become a blood stem cell or marrow donor, volunteer or a supporter. Every three minutes,... — Updated 3/23/2022
Middle School Girls Learn to be Fearless at Weekend Camp
Nearly two dozen middle school girls from Lake Wales and the surrounding area spent the weekend March 11-13 at camp learning about female empowerment and being encouraged to be... — Updated 3/18/2022
Local Resident J. Lawton Lilly Assigned to 7th Fleet in Pacific
Local Resident J. Lawton Lilly has completed his initial training assignments and has been assigned to the Navy's Seventh Fleet in the Pacific. He shipped out 3/16/22 as a US Navy... — Updated 3/20/2022
Olmsted's Lake Wales Landscape Plans Preserved Existing Oaks
On Jan. 27, 1931, residents along Tillman Avenue in Lake Wales got good news. The oak trees would be saved. A plan drawn up by the world renowned landscape-architect Frederick... — Updated 3/21/2022
Polk Healthcare Plan Now Includes Behavioral Health Coverage
Behavioral health services are easier to access for Polk HealthCare Plan members seeking treatment now that it is a covered benefit. The addition, which was approved by the... — Updated 3/10/2022
- State Parks Offer Scholarships Through Junior Ranger Program
- Mobility is a Gift for Jordan Colon
- Autumn Cochella Earns Certification As City Planner
- A New Certification Came Naturally to Stephanie Edwards
- New City Communications Director Hopes to Reach More Citizens
- Paralysis Research Shows Promise
- New Museum Curator Enjoys "Touching History"
- History Museum Hosts "Black Masculinity in Florida" Program
Elizabeth Ann McCrary, 1938-2022
Elizabeth Ann McCrary of Frostproof passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice. She was born September 3, 1938 in Frostproof to the... — Updated 5/5/2022
Mildred Marie Croman, 1937-2022
Mildred Marie Croman of Lake Wales passed away Friday, May 6, 2022 at AdventHealth Lake Wales under the care of Vitas Hospice. She was born August 24, 1937 in Hazleton,... — Updated 5/6/2022
Eric Matthew Kinney, 1988-2022
Eric Matthew Kinney of Lake Wales, FL passed away Tuesday April 12, 2022 at his residence. He was born March 11, 1988 in Point Pleasant, New Jersey to Edward and Diane Kinney; He... — Updated 4/25/2022
Marilyn Skinner Newell, March 20, 1929 - August 10,2021
Marilyn Skinner Newell of 534 Clubhouse Drive, Lake Wales, FL passed away Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Advent Health, Lake Wales. She was born March 20, 1929 in Rochester, NY to the... — Updated 4/26/2022
Anthony Joseph (Tony) Ocel, 1927-2022
Ocel, Anthony Joseph (Tony) Beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather, passed away peacefully on April 18th, 2022, at age 95. Tony was born the second oldest of eleven... — Updated 5/6/2022
Janice Ann Weathersby, 1950-2022
Janice Ann Weathersby of Lake Wales, Florida passed away on Saturday April 16, 2022. She was born in Peterborough, Ontario Canada on July 13, 1950, to the late John and Joan... — Updated 4/19/2022
Nancy Jean Waiss, 1950-2022
Nancy Jean Waiss of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center. She was born March 30, 1950 in California. Nancy was a retired electronic... — Updated 4/12/2022
John Grimes. 1933-2022
John was born November 30, 1933, in Opp, Alabama to Jacob Riley Grimes and Lucy May Brannen. John started his career as a licensed optician with Dr. C.P. Ezell O.D. in Lake Wales... — Updated 4/14/2022
James Edward Brinkworth, 1936-2022
James Edward Brinkworth of Babson Park passed away Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Good Shepherd Hospice in Auburndale. He was born March 22, 1936 in Lake Wales to the late Ernest and... — Updated 4/6/2022
Ignacio Soto Rodriguez, 1951-2022
Ignacio Soto Rodriguez of Lake Wales passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at AdventHealth Lake Wales. He was born July 23, 1951 in Santa Teresa, Guanajuato, Mexico to the late... — Updated 4/3/2022
- Joyce Swallows, 1941-2022
- John Michael Stakowski, 1940-2022
- Hans Mathes, 1952-2022
- Dequita Voncille Manns, 1974-2022
- Orie Lee Hostetler, 1940-2022
- Gordon Harold "Pete" Adsit, 1932-2022
- Patsy Lue Harris, 1921-2022
- David Hazlett, 05/13/1933 – 12/24/2021
- Norma Jean Rattey, 1931-2022
- Wanda Gail Ward, 1954 – 2021
- William V. "Sonny" Gibson, 1930-2021
- Caroline Dykes. 1931-2022
- Barbara Cox Reeves, 1926-2022
- Alexander "Sandy" Rybinski, 1941-2021
- Marta Schaff Curtis, 1943-2021
- Robert J. Phillips, 1953-2021
- Rocky White, 1956-2021
- Marta Graeven, 1945-2021
- J.P. Williamson, 1972-2021
- Clifton Williams, Jr., 1974-2021
- John Randolph "Randy" Peterson, Jr., 1949-2021
- Thomas "Tom" Small, 1950-2021
- Marie Stibitz, 1932-2021
- Alane D. Osborn, 1957-2021
- Juan Alexis Andujar, 1935-2021
- Opal Gynell Preston, 1931-2021
- Russell Anthony Robertson, 1946-2021
- Robert Mallick Blair, 1921-2021
- William E. Delmas, 1939-2021
- Janice Theresa Koziol, 1949-2021
- Esther McKenzie, 1924-2021
- Michael Duane "Mike" Taylor, 1946-2021
- Franklin O. "Frank" Blachly, 1926-2021