Communication Builds Our Community
Communication Builds Our Community
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According to the philosopher, John Dewey, the primary drive in every man's life, without exception, is the desire to be somebody. Take John Dillinger for example. He was once America's public enemy number one. On the loose, one night in a rural Wisconsin area the notorious gangster suddenly appeared in the living room of an elderly couple. Sensing their benumbed terror, he spoke reassuringly, "I'm not here to hurt you; I just want you to know I'm John Dillinger." By contrast,...
Downtown Lake Wales' Mélange Gallery will host a visit from poet, screenwriter, and filmmaker Will Berry on Thursday March 21. A resident of Maine, Berry has won numerous awards at film festivals in North America and Europe and is developing his own unique way of utilizing the media in very surprising ways. A graduate of Brown University's noted film school, Berry will screen some of his projects during the evening, and answer questions about his ground-breaking style. He...
Harry David Parrish of Lake Wales passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Heart of Florida in Davenport, Florida after a short illness. He was born May 18, 1947 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Harry B. and Jewell J. (Hale) Parrish. He proudly served as a Paratrooper in the United States Army beginning in 1965, retired from active duty in 1985. He was also an active member of the Masons. Survivors include his wife of 27 years Lynnie M. Parrish, son Christopher David Parrish...
Shelia R. Rogerson of Lake Wales, Florida passed away Friday, March 8, 2019 at Lake Wales Medical Center. She was born March 26, 1970 in Lake Wales and was a lifelong resident of the area. She was a sales clerk for Dillard’s. Shelia enjoyed Theater. She is survived by her mother and father, Russell and Edna Rogerson; daughters Hannah Rogerson and Rhiana Owens, both of Lake Wales; son Robbie Cox of Auburndale, and brother Chris Rogerson of Indialantic, FL. No services are scheduled at this time. Marion Nelson Funeral Home i...
A free lecture by Jim Sawgrass, a member of the Muskogee Creek Indian Tribe, will be held Tuesday, March 12 at the Polk County History Center, 100 E. Main St. in Bartow. The presentation from 5:30-7:30 p.m. will offer insight about Southeastern native tribes and their culture. A native Floridian, Sawgrass has been sharing his knowledge about Native American culture for more than 30 years. He served on the Florida Indian Council from 1991-1995. His lecture includes information...
"Bring your guns and tell your friends," pronounces Great American Gun Show owner and promoter Robert Chipley, his slogan for his 14-year-old traveling show to be held at the Lake Wales National Guard Armory, 435 Airport Rd., March 16-17. Many vendors from around the state will attend the event to buy, sell and trade new and used firearms at discounted prices. Concealed Weapon (CCW) classes are held twice each day priced at $49 per class. To sign up or for more information on...
AAUW is hosting a Card Party from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 23 at the Lake of the Hills Clubhouse at 44 E. Starr Ave. off Scenic Highway north of Lake Wales. Players should reserve a table to play games with their own group. The cost is a donation of $10 per person, which covers desserts and beverages. Seating is limited. Call Betty Martin at 863-638-1877 to reserve a table. AAUW Lake Wales Branch is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable corporation promoting education and equity for...
