by staff | Jan 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Starting today (January 30, 2025), for the next few weeks, new traffic control measures are in place on Lake Elbert Dr NE from Dundee Rd to Drexel Ave NE for utility work. This section is closed, with detours via 16th St NE, Drexel Ave NE, and northbound Lake Elbert...
by staff | Jan 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
More Than $20,000 Raised for Saving Lives Matter 2024 by James Coulter Despite the fundraiser being postponed due to inclement weather, Saving Lives Matter raised more than $20,000 to help donate and install automated external defibrillators (AEDs) across Polk County....
by staff | Jan 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
On Tuesday, January 28th, 23-year old Sabastian Angel Suarez of Winter Haven couldn’t control himself, and ended up getting arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. At around 9:25pm, PCSO deputies were working on a crash investigation at Winter Lake Road (SR 540)...
by staff | Jan 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
An 18 year-old Winter Haven man has been arrested in the shooting death of a 17 year-old on Monday. Devonta Tremaine Washington, Jr. was arrested on Tuesday (1-28-25) and charged with Second Degree Murder after he told investigators that he was instrumental in...
by staff | Jan 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office & Polk County Fire Rescue is currently on scene of a multiple vehicle crash on Hwy 540 West near the intersection of Brandy Chase in Winter Haven. The accident call came in at 8:26pm. Currently medical helicopter is landing near...
by staff | Jan 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
Terry Bailey February 18th, 1962 – January 22nd, 2025 Terry Joe Bailey Sr., 62, passed away on January 22, 2025. A skilled automotive technician, Terry was known for his hard work, dedication, and ability to fix just about anything. Outside of work, Terry found joy...
