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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Lake Wales, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 31stories have been published about Lake Wales which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Lake Wales, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 31stories have been published about Lake Wales which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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1 Person Dead, 1 Hospitalized After Stabbing in Lake Wales, Police Say

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Woman Stabs Partner of 10 Years to Death with Kitchen Knife After He Attacked Her with Machete: Lake Wales Police

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Young horse kept in dark, cramped pen his whole life runs laps with joyful abandon after he’s freed: video

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The horse named Thunder was rescued Sunday from horrific and neglectful conditions at a farm in Lake Wales, about 60 miles east of Tampa.See the Story

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Birthday Party Takes Unexpected Turn: Lake Wales Man Gifted Handcuffs After Firing Gun

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A birthday celebration near Lake Wales on Saturday took a dramatic and unexpected turn when one partygoer’s “gifts” included a pair of silver bracelets, an orange jumpsuit, and a complimentary ride to the Polk County Jail. Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) deputies were “invited” to the festivities on Tiger Lake Road […] Birthday Party Takes Unexpected Turn: Lake Wales Man Gifted Handcuffs After Firing GunLake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

Come dressed in your fairy best as Bok Tower Gardens presents a summer Fairy Festival like none other

Watch a fairy godmother take flight, meet fantastical fairies and animals, plus discover hidden Fairy Doors and more at the popular Central Florida attraction.Come dressed in your fairy best as Bok Tower Gardens presents a summer Fairy Festival like none other on Saturday, June 14, 2025! This magical day is perfect for fairies and fauns of all ages, with activities and entertainment throughout the Gardens.See a fairy godmother take flight from t…Trees · Lake WalesRead Article

PCSO arrests horse owner for felony animal cruelty; several other adults on

On Sunday, June 1, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit arrested a Lake Wales man for felony animal cruelty, and seized horses and goats from his… The post PCSO arrests horse owner for felony animal cruelty; several other adults on the property arrested for environmental crimes and resisting arrest appeared first on .Property · Lake WalesRead Article

Naked Neighbor Nuisance: Lake Wales Man Arrested After Repeated Nude Outings

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LAKE WALES, Fla. – A Lake Wales man is facing charges after residents reported a recurring issue of a nude individual walking in public. Larry Andrew Eley, 59, was arrested Saturday after admitting to deputies he had been outside in the nude on multiple occasions this week. Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) deputies were dispatched […] Naked Neighbor Nuisance: Lake Wales Man Arrested After Repeated Nude OutingsLake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

Polk County Deputies Arrest Lake Alfred Man In Connection With Lake Wales ATV Theft

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LAKE WALES, Fla. – A Lake Alfred man with an extensive criminal history has been arrested in connection with the theft of an ATV in Lake Wales earlier this month. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) said the arrest of 35-year-old Matthew Methot after detectives located the stolen vehicle at his residence. The investigation began […] Polk County Deputies Arrest Lake Alfred Man In Connection With Lake Wales ATV TheftLake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

Motorcyclist charged for fleeing

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MARATHON — A 27-year-old Lake Wales man was arrested Saturday, May 17, after allegedly driving faster than 100 mph on U.S. 1 and fleeing from the deputies on a motorcycle.Lake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

Lake Wales Woman Arrested After Violating Pre-Trial Release, Fleeing Polk Deputies

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LAKE WALES, Fla. – Lake Wales woman is back in custody after allegedly violating the conditions of her pre-trial release and attempting to evade deputies who arrived to serve a warrant, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO). Denise Marie Lansdon, 48, was arrested on Thursday, May 22nd, at her residence. The events leading […] Lake Wales Woman Arrested After Violating Pre-Trial Release, Fleeing Polk DeputiesLake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

Meth-Fueled Rage Lands Lake Wales Man In Polk County Jail

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 54-year-old Lake Wales man is in custody after a methamphetamine-fueled rampage led to threats of violence and witness tampering. Billy Murphy was arrested Monday evening by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office following an incident at a Lake Wales residence. Deputies responded to a call around 7:13 p.m. after reports that […] Meth-Fueled Rage Lands Lake Wales Man In Polk County JailLake Wales · Lake WalesRead Article

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