CareerSource Polk Youth Participants Lead 2025 Annual Meeting and Best Places to Work Awards
careersourcepolk.com CareerSource Polk Youth Participants Lead 2025 Annual Meeting and Best Places to Work AwardsLAKELAND, FL. (August 21, 2025) – CareerSource Polk celebrated workforce excellence in Polk County by recognizing outstanding community partners, individuals, and businesses. This year’s Annual Meeting carried the theme "T.A.K.E.N.," highlighting how generations are Together Aligning Knowledge, Experience, and New thinking to create meaningful change.
Webber International University Holds 2025 Convocation Ceremony
Babson Park, FL. (August 21, 2025)- As Webber International University prepares to launch its 2025–2026 academic year on August 25th, approximately 120 employees—including faculty, staff, and coaches—came together to celebrate the achievements of the previous year and set the tone for the year ahead. The agenda featured departmental updates from campus leadership and a professional development session led by Dr. Abby Hamilton, a three-time TEDx presenter and published author. Continuing a tradition from
POLK COUNTY’S EDUCATION AND POLK COUNTY’S EDUCATION AND HEALTH SERVICES SECTOR GREW FASTER HEALTH
According to the Florida Department of Commerce, Bureau of Labor Market Statistics: The unemployment rate in the CareerSource Polk region was 5% in July 2025. This rate was 0.2% point greater than the region’s year ago rate of 4.8%. The region’s July 2025 unemployment rate was 0.9% points above the state rate of 4.1%. The labor force was 362,120, up 2,899 (+0.8%) over the year. There were 18,239 unemployed residents in the Polk County region.
AdventHealth Lake Wales team members donate school supplies to local elementary school
Staff at the hospital donated and delivered to the school 2,528 pencils, about 200 notebooks, 177 boxes of crayons, 287 glue sticks and more than 30 backpacks, among other items. (photo courtesy: AdventHealth) AdventHealth Lake Wales team members donate school supplies to local elementary school Click here to download video of supplies and delivery - courtesy: AdventHealth LAKE WALES, Fla. (Saturday, August 09, 2025) -- AdventHealth Lake
YMCA Child Care is Back in Lake Wales – Let’s Support Local Families Together!
Dear Community Partner,We’re excited to announce that the YMCA Early Learning Center at McLaughlin Middle High School is opening child care services in Lake Wales on August 11, and enrollment is NOW OPEN!This isn’t just a new child care center—it’s a place where children learn and grow, families feel supported, and our community thrives.We invite you to help us spread the word or explore ways we can partner to strengthen early childhood education and care in Lake Wales.What We Offer:Voluntary
Thanks a Million! The Polk Education Foundation Awards 1 Million Dollars in Scholarships for the Fir
The Polk Education Foundation is proud to announce a monumental achievement in its commitment to student success: for the first time since 1988, the Foundation has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to deserving Polk County Public Schools seniors graduating in 2025. This significant milestone reflects the unwavering support of the community, donors, and the Foundation’s efforts to support and uplift the leaders of tomorrow. “Throughout my years of service on the Polk Education Foundation
Warner University - Discounted Online Education
We’re excited to offer a 15% tuition discount on all of our online degree programs to your Lake Wales employees! We know that the Lake Wales community pursues excellence and are committed to serving the people around them—values that align closely with Warner’s mission. This partnership would allow your team members to pursue affordable, flexible higher education while continuing to thrive in their roles. Program Highlights:15% tuition discount on all online programsFlexible scheduling designed for
