T. Michael Stavres, city manager for Winter Haven, says property taxes help pay for the everyday services citizens rely on ...

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IMG star wide receiver Eric McFarland says recruits are taking notice of the Hurricanes' run in the College Football Playoff.

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Vanderbilt is coming off its first loss of the men's college basketball season. The Commodores host Florida on Saturday, Jan. 17.

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Ridgeview competes at regionals on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at The Villages High School. Robert Magobet. Watch Next . Lakeland ...

George Jenkins cheer competed at regionals, advancing to state.

Fort Meade cheer competed at regionals on Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at The Villages High School.

Ridgeview cheer competes in regionals on Friday, Jan. 17, 2026, at The Villages High School in Middleton. Lakeland cheer competes in regionals on Friday, Jan. 17, 2026, at The Villages High School in ...