Polk Avenue Leadership Day ! 4/9/2026
Save your spot!You are cordially invited to Polk Avenue's Annual Leadership Day! This student-led Leadership Day allows our guests and community members to learn more about our school and what it means to be a 'Leader in Me - Lighthouse School'. What: A student-led event to showcase our students and schoolWhen: Thursday, April 9, 2026; 9:00am - 10:30am Where: 110 East Polk Ave. Lake Wales, FL 33853 Contact: 863-678-4222 or email taphney.houk@lwcharterschools.comRSVP by April 3rd is
GiveWell Community Foundation Crosses Half-Billion Dollar Granting Milestone...
(March 31, 2026) – GiveWell Community Foundation (GWCF) is proud to announce a new granting milestone: since its founding in 1997, GWCF has awarded $524 million in grants to nonprofit organizations in Polk, Highlands, and Hardee counties and beyond. The announcement was made at the Community Foundation’s annual celebration of philanthropy event, attended by founders, fundholders, current and past board leadership, and community partners. “For nearly 30 years, GiveWell Community Foundation has been
Vanguard Faculty member Sara Cristobal Presents Nationally on Advancing Instruction for Neurodivergent Learners
The Vanguard School is proud to announce that faculty member Sara Cristobal, Reading Specialist, was selected to present at the Learning Disabilities Association of America conference, a nationally recognized forum for research and practice in supporting individuals with learning differences. Cristobal delivered three presentations focused on advancing instructional strategies for neurodivergent learners, drawing from both research and classroom-based practice. Her sessions included:“Scaffolding vs.
Polk Education Foundation Awards Laptops to 60 Graduating Seniors Through AT&T’s Digital Divide ?AT&T’s Initiative
The Polk Education Foundation helped transform the futures of 60 graduating seniors from Polk County Public Schools by awarding them brand-new laptops, sleeves, chargers, and headphones. This initiative was made possible through AT&T’s recent $30,000 contribution to help bridge the digital divide for students pursuing higher education. To be selected, students first applied for Foundation scholarships. Using established criteria, staff identified 60 students who then completed required virtual
Jay Rogers to Keynote 2026 Florida SBDC at USF Annual Business Awards Luncheon
TAMPA, Fla.(March 19, 2026) – On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at USF will recognize businesses from the 10-county Tampa Bay region during the 4th Annual Florida SBDC at USF Business Awards Luncheon. The 2026 Annual Business Awards will recognize Florida SBDC at USF and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) business award winners for their hard work and dedication during 2025. In addition, Florida SBDC at USF team members will be recognized for their
AdventHealth opens new urgent and primary care location to meet growing demand in Northeast Polk County
AdventHealth team members and community leaders cut the ribbon for the new facilities located on U.S. 27 in Haines City during a special event, Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (photo courtesy: AdventHealth) New AdventHealth Centra Care and AdventHealth Primary Care+ site in Haines City make it easier for families to get care seven days a week HAINES CITY, Fla. (Tuesday, March 10, 2026) -- Families in Northeast Polk County now have more convenient options for their
Tri-County Human Services Annual Fundraising Dinner, 5/15/26
Tri-County Human Services will host its annual fundraising dinner on May 15 at the Bonnet Springs Park Event Center, and we would love to have you join us.Tri-County holds accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and ranks in the top 2 percent of providers across the nation for mental health and addiction treatment services. Our work serves individuals and families across Central Florida who face serious challenges and need access to care and stability.This
Request for Proposals Restaurant Services - Lake Ashton Community Development District (CDD)
Lake Ashton Community Development District (CDD) is soliciting proposals to operate a casual restaurant/sports bar at the CDD’s Clubhouse in Lake Wales, Florida. The objective of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to enter into a lease or management agreement with the Lake Ashton Community Development District to provide full-service bar and restaurant operations at the Lake Ashton Clubhouse. Optional catering opportunities are also available to those who are interested.Introduction Lake Ashton is a
AdventHealth Heart of Florida and AdventHealth Lake Wales open applications for 2026 community impact grant
Click Here: 2026 Community Impact Grant Eligibility Requirements DAVENPORT, Fla. (Friday, March 05, 2026) -- AdventHealth Heart of Florida and AdventHealth Lake Wales have opened the application period for the 2026 Community Impact Grant, an initiative designed to expand community health programs and strengthen access to whole‑person care throughout Polk County. Local nonprofit and community-based organizations are invited to apply for one-year grant funding aimed at addressing some of the area’s most
