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PCSO Arrests Former Teacher for Inappropriate Relationship with Student
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 36-year-old Donald Mitchell of Lakeland for sexual offenses against a student by an authority figure (F2). On December 10, 2024, the former student, a 19-year-old female, reported via social media that she had been engaged...
Driver Crashes Through Fence into Playground at Preschool in Winter Haven
On Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 12:54 p.m., a 911 call came in for a vehicle crash at a preschool located at Avenue G NW and Crestwood Drive in Winter Haven. Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Polk County Fire Rescue responded to the scene. Polk County Sheriff’s...
Temporary Road Closure Notice for Parade in Winter Haven
Traffic Advisory: Jewett Alumni Parade On Saturday, December 21, 2024, road closures will begin at 9:30 a.m. and are expected to reopen by 11:00 a.m. The parade will start at Zion Hill Baptist Church and end at Reuben Williams Sports Complex. Drivers, please plan...
