Five Polk State Baseball players named All-Citrus for 2026
Friday, May 1, 2026 — After a fifth 30-win season in six years, Polk State Baseball was well￾represented on the All-Citrus Conference Team, released Friday. Five Eagles were recognized as All-Conference performers. Freshman catcher Marvin Montenegro was the lone first-team selection. This season, the Lakeland native hit .342 with five home runs, 45 RBIs, 52 runs scored and 16 stolen bases. Montenegro also led the Eagles with four triples. Freshman outfielder Bradyn Potter, redshirt freshman
CareerSource Polk Launches 2026 Annual Meeting with Interactive Theme and Community Fundraiser
POLK COUNTY, FL. (April 20, 2026) – CareerSource Polk announces that registration is now open for its Annual Meeting and Best Places to Work Awards Breakfast, taking place Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 8:00 am at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland. FL. This year’s event marks a major milestone as CareerSource Polk celebrates 30 years of workforce development and support in Polk County. The 2026 Annual Meeting and Best Places to Work Awards Breakfast will bring together business leaders, community
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Webber International University Awarded Grant by GiveWell Community Foundation
Babson Park, FL. (April 10, 2026)- Webber International University has been awarded a $10,000 Impact Polk grant from the Leland Bryan Fund within GiveWell Community Foundation to support its Skilled Workforce Training Scholarship Program. This funding expands access to short-term certificate programs and accredited bachelor’s degrees in healthcare and information technology, including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and The Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant (BSOTA), with a Minor in
Webber International University Celebrates Founder’s Day with Annual Luncheon and State of the University Address
Babson Park, FL (April 10, 2026)- Webber International University continued its Founder’s Day celebration, officially observed on April 6, with its annual Founder’s Day Luncheon on April 8, bringing together alumni, donors, and community partners for fellowship and reflection on the institution’s progress and future. The event featured the annual State of the University address delivered by Webber President Dr. Nelson Marquez, who outlined his seven strategic visions for the institution. Dr. Marquez
