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State of Florida Acquires 423,000 SF Warehouse in Auburndale for Emergency Response Hub
AUBURNDALE, FLA. — The State of Florida has purchased a 423,000-square-foot warehouse within Midpoint Florida Logistics Center in Auburndale, a Central Florida city near Lakeland. Dalfen Industrial sold the newly delivered property for an undisclosed price. Florida’s Division of Emergency Management plans to use the facility, situated near I-4,...
Wish Farms makes COO promotion
Wish Farms has promoted James Peterson to chief operating officer for the Plant City, Fla.-based international grower and year-round marketer of strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries and pineberries. Peterson joined the company in 2011, eventually becoming vice president of sales and marketing. With a background in premium seating sales for the...
GoFundMe started for Everett couple killed in Florida car crash
So far, the GoFundMe has raised nearly $35,000. A GoFundMe for the Everett couple killed in a Florida car crash on August 7 has raised nearly $35,000. The funds raised will be used to support the couple’s three children, one of whom witnessed the crash. Ronald Jean Baptiste and...
Bay Area children's book author writes stories that inspire young minds
SEFFNER, Fla. - Calvin Reynolds is a children’s book author and illustrator based in Seffner. As well as creating his own books, he illustrates for independent authors all over the country. Reynolds' main series of books revolve around his character, Jayce the Bee. It’s an acronym which stands for...
First Friday: College Night, September 6
Join us on September 6 from 6pm to 9pm for our next First Friday event: College Night. Lakeland Moonwalk will have some fun activities for “big” kids in Munn Park! We will also be having a “Get to Know Downtown” scavenger hunt (more details available the week of the event).
Central Florida Suspect Painted Face, Attempted Bank Robbery in Broad Daylight
A Central Florida suspect who painted his face and attempted a bank robbery in broad daylight was arrested after a local investigation. He tried to rob a bank in Sun City Center, south of Tampa. Last week at approximately 4:30pm, the suspect entered the Cadence Bank at 4842 Sun City Center Blvd and passed a note to the teller demanding money.
Peace River not so peaceful in Bartow as rising waters spur local state of emergency
BARTOW, Fla. — The City of Bartow is under a local state of emergency as they nervously watch water rising along the Peace River. There is concern not just for dozens of homes as the river reaches flood stage, but also for Bartow's water treatment plant — which, if inundated, could impact the entire city.
Inspira to host community-wide Health Carnival
Inspira Tampa Bay Inc. invites you and your family to its 2nd annual Health Carnival, Saturday, Aug. 24, at 707 W. Lake Drive, Wimauma. Open to the public, the fundraising event will feature all kinds of carnival-style games and interactive activities and take place from 10 a.m. to noon. Admission is free.
Construction Academy at Riverview High School provides direct path to workforce
Today’s high school students are faced with many choices, but also a lot of pressure from parents, peers and educators to head straight to college after they take off the graduation cap. It’s no secret that this path isn’t right for everyone, but many students get swept away and maybe waste a year or two before finding their way. ...
Lake Wales History Museum Opens Nominations For 2024 Pioneer Of The Year
According to a press release, The Lake Wales History Museum has opened up nominations. for the 2024 Pioneer of the Year Award. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have shown outstanding commitment to the Lake Wales community and enhanced its quality of life for over half a century. The Pioneer...
FDEP Issues Pollution Notice Following Stormwater Release From Mine
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued a pollution notice last week after it was noticed of a release of untreated stormwater from Mosaic Fertilizer’s South Fort Meade Mine. Turbid stormwater is better known as muddy water.
Couple followed home from Hard Rock Casino, ambushed, shot after hitting jackpot
TAMPA, Fla. - A date night at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino turned a Riverview couple into targets for violent robbers. Hillsborough County deputies arrested two men for following the couple home from the casino, then ambushing them in their driveway, robbing and shooting both of them. The...
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