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Polk Public Schools seeking Hall of Fame nominations

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Wednesday, March 6th, 2013, 6:27pm

Polk Public Schools seeking Hall of Fame nominations

Polk County, Florida-- Do you know someone who once attended a Polk County Public School, and has since made significant career contributions? If so, you're encourage to nominate them for induction into the Polk County Public Schools Hall of Fame!

According to the county, 103 members have been inducted since its inception in 1985, including last year's inductees, Sheriff Grady Judd, Dr. George E. Lees, Kathleen Parker and Michael Yon.

Your nominee could be making a difference in a variety of professional areas including:

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Chamber to host Candidate Forum Breakfast

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Sunday, March 3rd, 2013, 11:44am

Chamber to host Candidate Forum Breakfast

Winter Haven, Florida -- On Wednesday March 6, the Winter Haven Chamber will host a forum for candidates for the vacant Winter Haven City Commission seat.

The forum will take place in the second floor Coleman Auditorium at 401 Avenue B NW. Candidates will make brief introductions and then answer questions from those in attendance.

The event will take place from 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.

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Polk senior games get underway

Submitted by Eric Glasser, Anchor/Reporter

Thursday, February 21st, 2013, 11:11am

Bartow, Florida -- Get ready for two weeks of athletic and recreational competitive events for men and women 50 years and over.

The Polk Senior Games kicks off Saturday, Feb. 23 and runs through March 11.

Individual, partner and team events include:

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PRECO Selects Students for Washington DC Trip

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Tuesday, February 19th, 2013, 8:24pm

PRECO Selects Students for Washington DC Trip

Wauchula, Florida-- Two local 11^th graders were selected by Peace River Electric Cooperative (PRECO) to attend the national “Youth Tour to Washington DC” event, a weeklong tour with1,500 students from 46 states.

Shakera Latimore of Southeast High School in Bradenton, and Savannah Miller of Hardee High School in Wauchula, along with about 30 other students from Florida electric cooperatives, will enjoy the rich history of the nation’s Capitol firsthand.

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Family of seven arrested on drug charges

Submitted by Kristin Weber, Web Producer, 10News In Your Neighborhood

Friday, February 15th, 2013, 3:31pm

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Cupid's Arrow to Hit Clerk's Office on Valentine's Day

Submitted by Taylor Katz, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013, 11:16am

Cupid's Arrow to Hit Clerk's Office on Valentine's Day

Bartow, Florida – Local lovebirds wishing to tie the knot on the most romantic day of the year can now do so.

Clerk of Courts Stacy Butterfield will perform marriage ceremonies on Valentine’s Day at three different locations:

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New Polk County Public Schools administrator announced

Submitted by Polk County Public Schools

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013, 5:07pm

New Polk County Public Schools administrator announced

Polk County, Florida-- Superintendent Dr. John A. Stewart and the Polk County School Board approved the appointment of Mrs. Yvette Scarborough as Principal at Horizons Elementary during the January 22 School Board meeting.

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