LakeWalesNews.net Homepage
November 20, 2024 edition of LakeWalesNews.net, a weekly online news site.
City Approves Annexation, Zoning for Upscale Lake Wales …
2 days ago · The prospect of a transformative high-end development along SR 60 west of Lake Wales advanced with a unanimous vote in favor of the annexation of about 558 acres that will be the site of the proposed Lake Wales Commons at the most recent city commission meeting. Lake Wales Commons could host as many as 3,200 new dwelling units, along with more than...
Despite Heroic Efforts of Neighbors, Fire Claims Life of Man in …
1 day ago · Flames rapidly engulfed a camper parked on a lot in the Lake Garfield area east of Bartow Monday afternoon, claiming the life of a 53-year-old man, despite the heroic efforts of neighbors who pulled the victim from the flaming trailer. Polk County Fire Rescue responded to the 3:43 p.m. call of a fire on Pipes Road, reportedly arriving at the scene...
Obits - LakeWalesNews.net
5 days ago · Robert Lee Johnson, 1968-2024 News Obituary Service | Updated Aug 29, 2024. Robert Lee Johnson of Lake Wales passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at his residence. He was born April 25, 1968 in Lake Wales; he has been a lifelong resident of the area.
LakeWalesNews.net News
LakeWalesNews.net archives search page. SR 60 Crash Claims Life of Lakeland Man Special to the News | Updated Oct 30, 2024. A 73-year-old Lakeland man who apparently failed to see a tractor-trailer rig crossing SR 60 near Bartow was killed early Tuesday morning after his Dodge pickup truck collided with the trailer, shearing off the top of …
More Than 15,660 New Homes Approved By Lake Wales City …
Mar 13, 2024 · 32. Steeple Chase encompasses 250 single-family detached lots and 68 townhome units on about 98 acres of former citrus land along the north and east sides of Ridge Manor.. 33. The Gardinier property north of Starr Lake sprawls across more than 900 acres to be annexed in phases. The city commission has already approved construction of Valencia Hills, including a 654-lot mobile home park and 143 ...
Lake Wales' Downtown Park Avenue Moving Closer to Completion …
Aug 21, 2024 · The long-awaited opening on a second stretch of a reconstructed Park Avenue in downtown Lake Wales is a reality after construction crews removed barriers, allowing traffic to flow on the newly-bricked street. Along with the new travel surface comes a lush new landscape of oaks and ornamental plantings and new wider sidewalks designed to accommodate...
Lake Wales Area "Dodges a Bullet" As Hurricane Ian Passes
Sep 28, 2022 · Downed trees, power outages, and significant flooding were the primary impacts of Hurricane Ian locally. No deaths or injuries were reported to local authorities. The storm weakened enough on its trip inland that it had weakened to a Category One Hurricane by the time it made its closest approach.. A limited number of buildings sustained wind damage, but it was largely limited to screen ...
Ridge Life - LakeWalesNews.net
Nov 18, 2024 · Hallowe'en: The Holiday When You Can Be Anything You Want Kelli Durkin | Updated Oct 24, 2024. Editor's Note: This first-person tale of the fun "horrors" of Hallowe'ens past and present as created by her mother, Kandi Lamb, is offered as a seasonal post by Lake Wales resident Kelli Durkin "As I was growing up my mother absolutely loved Halloween.
Sports - LakeWalesNews.net
Jun 18, 2024 · Mahalak Golf Outing Will Help Conquer Cancer Special to the News | Updated Oct 31, 2023. The 11th annual "18 Aces to Conquer Cancer" golf outing to raise funds for pancreatic cancer research and patient aid will take place on January 8 at the Country Club of Winter Haven, giving area golfers a chance to compete for huge prizes and do a good deed at the same time.