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Layoffs at CSX Intermodal Avoided by Settlement
The efforts of the US Transportation Secretary Marty Walsh and direct intervention by President Joe Biden have succeeded in averting a nationwide strike that would likely have led t... — Updated 9/15/2022
Locorrito Expected to Lead Wave of New Restaurant Openings in Lake Wales
A spurt of new restaurant development will soon be offering a wider range of choices for Lake Wales residents. The growing list has risen to seven new food and beverage outlets.... — Updated 9/15/2022
County Clerk Stacy Butterfield Preserves Polk's Original Deed Book
A major step to preserving the history of Polk County was trumpeted during a recent presentation to the Polk County Board of County Commissioners by Stacy Butterfield, Polk County C... — Updated 9/9/2022
New Dyer Chevrolet Ribbon Cutting Draws a Crowd
More than eighty community and business leaders were in attendance this week as the Dyer family celebrated the grand opening of their second new auto dealership across from the... — Updated 9/6/2022
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 Paymen... — Updated 5/14/2022
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 fr... — Updated 5/14/2022
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
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' 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
Federal Judge Strikes Down Florida Legislature's Seminole Gaming Compact
A federal judge has undone a signature achievement of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ time in office by invalidating the Seminole Gaming Compact, a deal between the state and the tribe that purported to OK statewide sports betting and bring... — Updated 12/13/2021
Lake Wales Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Celebrates Anniversary By Supporting Local Causes
"It's a blink of an eye and 30 years have flown by. When Ralph and I started we both had darker hair," said Mike Mahalak, president of the Mahalak Auto Group, in recognition of a... — Updated 11/11/2021
Lake Wales Chamber Hosts Western-Style Gala
Feel like a rodeo cowgirl or cowboy sometimes? Here's your big chance to get out those rhinestones and boots and sparkle your way across a dance floor. The Lake Wales Area Chamber... — Updated 11/11/2021
One Local Restaurant is a Hidden Gem
Local dining food choices aren't as limited as you might believe, and they certainly don't have to be boring. That much is evident after a visit to a local restaurant celebrating... — Updated 11/1/2021
Cheese Shoppe and Deli is Newest Business in Lake Wales
Lovers of Amish cheeses and hearty deli sandwiches will be delighted to learn of Lake Wales' newest business, The Lake Wales Cheese Shoppe and Deli opened for business last week on... — Updated 10/29/2021
LakeWalesNews.Net Readership Views Surge to 20,000 Weekly
New features and sections added to LakeWalesNews.Net have driven skyrocketing readership since September 1, reaching well over 80,000 page views during the first month, according to... — Updated 10/27/2021
Construction Site Theft Becomes Larger Problem in Polk
Building is booming in Polk County and so are construction-related thefts, according to feedback received by the Polk County Building Division. “It really isn’t a surprise to us,” said Building Director Benjamin Dunn.... — Updated 10/20/2021
Lake Wales Loses Mexican Restaurant
A popular lunch spot on Central Avenue has closed, leaving locals hungry for Mexican-style favorites out of luck. Anita's Mexican Restaurant offered a variety of dishes from simple... — Updated 10/13/2021
Chamber's First Friday Coffee Draws Crowd Downtown
Several dozen citizens gathered Friday morning at Kathryn's Christian Books at 205 East Park Avenue for the Chamber of Commerce's First Friday event, which coincided with National... — Updated 10/4/2021
Lilly and Brown Attorneys Earn Top Reputation
If you can believe the heaps of accolades the firm has received, there is no more preeminent law firm in our area than that of Lilly and Brown, LLP. The duo of personal injury lawye... — Updated 10/3/2021
Electric Car Show Draws Curious Drivers
Lake Wales electric car enthusiasts shared their stories of success with interested visitors at a special car show Saturday at the MarketPlace in Lake Wales. An all-electric Mustang... — Updated 9/25/2021
Ducks Unlimited Receives Dyer Award
When it comes to conservation, restoration, and management of North America's wetlands and waterfowl habitats, there is little that can compare with Ducks Unlimited. The grassroots... — Updated 9/23/2021
