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Lake Alfred Teen Says Trip to Ravaged Pakistan Changed Her Life
Tabina Bajwa, 17, vows to make a difference in at least 7 countries. Published: Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 1:40 a.m. LAKE ALFRED For Tabina Bajwa, the news of ...
No New Lawyers For Slaying Suspect
Published: Friday, July 4, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, July 4, 2008 at 6:19 a.m. BARTOW Murder defendant Leon Davis Jr., charged with the worst multi-day killing rampage in Polk history, won't be ...
Polk Elections office to use month for registering voters
The Polk County elections office will be on the road to offer residents a chance to register to vote in time for the Aug.
Crime report for Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Published: Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at 8:19 a.m. The information provided in this report is a matter of public information and is provided by area law enforcement ...
200 Mourn Clerk Killed in Store
Published: Friday, June 27, 2008 at 6:20 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, June 27, 2008 at 6:50 a.m. JEREMY MAREADY JAY PATEL, back left, walks with family members and friends in the funeral procession for his ...
Bruce and Kathy Prince Knew Their Home Could Be Fit For a Prince
RICK RUNION Bruce and Kathy Prince relax on their back deck. The couple own Price Land Services, Inc., in Haines City.
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Polk County Sheriff's detectives are seeking information about the theft of 400 gallons of diesel fuel from the BP gas station located at 6600 CR 557 in Lake Alfred.
Store Clerk Shot Dead in Davenport
Published: Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 7:10 a.m. PIERRE DuCHARME A family member, left, reacts after being told by PCSO Sgt.
Officials looking for diesel thieves
Published: Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 7:26 a.m. Polk County Sheriff's Office This surveillance photo was taken at the BP gas station June 12, the night the ...
Ex-Officer Accused in Insurance Scam
Published: Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 7:12 a.m. BARTOW The ex-husband of a former State Attorney's Office employee who was charged earlier this year with ...
Panel OKS Reduction in Small Building Setback
Published: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 6:39 a.m. LAKE ALFRED City commissioners have given final approval to an ordinance that will reduce the setback ...
Crime report for Tuesday, June 10, 2008
A cell phone valued at $100 was taken from a woman in the 200 block of North Broadway Avenue.
The city of Lake Alfred will host a Fourth of July event at Lions Park. Two girls will be crowned Little Miss Lake Alfred and Teeny Miss Lake Alfred.
Financial audit shows Lake Alfred has $967K to spend
Published: Friday, June 6, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, June 6, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. LAKE ALFRED - According to the city's mayor, a financial audit report for Lake Alfred places the city in a "firm ...
Officials: Girl's Drowning Death Was an Accident
Published: Monday, June 2, 2008 at 6:02 a.m. Last Modified: Monday, June 2, 2008 at 6:02 a.m. The death Saturday of a 5-year-old Lake Alfred girl has been ruled an accidental drowning, Polk sheriff's officials ...
City OKs Two Revisions on Buildings, Liquor
Published: Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 6:50 a.m. City commissioners in Lake Alfred agreed Monday night to change the setback requirement for accessory buildings ...
Girl, 5, dies after falling into pool
A 5-year-old girl died after falling into a pool Saturday night. The death appears to be an accidental drowning, according to a report from the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Published: Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 6:18 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, May 29, 2008 at 7:05 a.m. BARTOW In a move school officials say will save $1.25 million, some of Polk County's special education students ...
Crime report for Sunday, May 25, 2008
Norberto Mounier, 52, of 754 Ave. B, S.W., Winter Haven, was charged with burglary and petty theft.
Central Florida film professionals honored with Legends awards
Film Florida will honor industry leaders for their work with the 2008 Film Florida Legends Awards in June, including six from Central Florida.