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Bok Tower Gardens plans first Fairy Fest for June 8, with aerial artist performing
Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales will present Fairy Fest on June 8, with activities and entertainment included in general admission. Paula Blackwelder, the Fairy Godmother of Fairy Fest, will take flight from The Singing Tower balcony and fly across the moat to dance in the treetops, the attraction said in a news...
Looking for a great burger for National Hamburger Day? Here are some Polk County favorites
LAKELAND – National Hamburger Day is Tuesday, and every locality across the United States has its favorite places to grab a burger. Polk County is no different. We've got a lot. No judgment from us if you prefer getting your burgers from a favorite fast-food or chain restaurant. But...
Sheriff Grady Judd could do better but doesn’t want to, why?
Judd controls Animal services and the numbers do not lie …… Why can’t you fix the issues, Grady Judd?. Polk County Animal Control January through April and they are pretty sad. 64% live release for dogs and 52% live release for cats. So basically 50% of the cats brought into animal control, 1 of every 2 cats, are killed.
Leaping Labrador: Huckleberry, a Lakeland retriever, is headed to world championships
One of Polk County’s most accomplished athletes jumped out of his vehicle Thursday morning and eagerly trotted toward the training venue. Barking repeatedly, Huckleberry turned back toward his companion and trainer, Nancy Akin of South Lakeland, his posture urging her toward the pool. “He’s like Lassie,” Akin said over...
Freshwater fishing: Bass might've slowed down a little, but bluegill are on fire in Polk
1. In Lakeland, bass are being caught at Saddle Creek on medium domestic shiners and are ranging anywhere from 3 to 5-pounds. At Tenoroc, on Cemetery Lake, catfish are biting chicken livers. Bass can be found using shiners. On Lake Parker, bluegill and shellcracker are active on crickets and worms, reports Phillips Bait and Tackle (863-666-2248).
2 more Polk County food vendors fall short of standards. Four are perfect. See the reports
Two more Polk County restaurants fell short of standards during inspections recently, according to state reports for May 13-19. One of the restaurants was inspected on May 10, but its report didn’t appear in the state database until later. Among the two restaurants that fell short, there were eight...
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: Free Books for Kids 5 & Under
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth until age 5. Find out how you can sign your child up to receive brand new, free books and encourage a love for reading!. Dolly Parton started the Imagination Library in...
Almost Famous Hospitality Group Opening Two Polk County Restaurants
The second location for the Polk County-born brand Lovebird Almost Famous Chicken is in the works, CEO of Almost Famous Hospitality Group Jeremy Brumley told FFBW. Lovebird has been open in Lakeland for three years, and the next location is opening in Winter Haven.
Freshwater fishing: Big bass are elusive in Polk County right now. But quantity is high
1. In Lakeland, at Saddle Creek bluegill are biting in the pits using minnows. Black-and-blue trick worms have been working for bass. At Tenoroc on Lake B, medium shiners have been the go-to bait for bass. Specks have been hitting grass shrimp on Picnic Lake. On lakes Parker and Hollingsworth, night fishing has been good for bluegill on crickets and grass shrimp, reports Phillips Bait and Tackle (863-666-2248).
20+ Fun Places to Play Bingo, Bar Bingo, and Music Bingo
Get ready to shout “BINGO!” and experience a night of laughter, excitement, and maybe even a little friendly competition. Whether you’re planning a unique date night, a lively hangout with friends, or a family-friendly dinner, finding bingo near you could be just the ticket to a memorable night out!
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