Category Archives: City of Winter Haven

Movement On The Landings …

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Bob Gernert

As directed by the Winter Haven City Commission at the April 8 regular meeting, City Manager Deric C. Feacher has been in contact with Taylor Pursell, developer of the stalled Landings project.  Feacher will travel to Birmingham, Alabama to meet … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Economic Development | 2 Comments

City Position Re: The Landings

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Bob Gernert

Much news has been generated of late regarding the impasse between the City of Winter Haven and the developers of The Landings project on the site of Chain of Lakes Stadium and the SW Complex. City Attorney, John Murphy, released … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Commercial Developments, Perspective | 2 Comments

New Home for Humane Society

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Bob Gernert

The Humane Society of Polk County has purchased the property located at 3195 Dundee Road just around the  corner from their current location. The 11,000 square foot facility on five acres of land nearly replicates the plans they had for … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, General Announcements | 8 Comments

City Commission Candidates State Their Positions …

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Bob Gernert

City Residents: Please Vote in the April 2 Special Election The Chamber posed a series of eight questions to those running for the vacant Winter Haven City Commission Seat. We present their answers here for your review.  1. What city … Continue reading →

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Winter Haven Community Tree Lighting

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Singing to be led by Seth Rollins, Season 9 contestant on American Idol … Enjoy carols, cider and Santa at Winter Haven’s 2012 Christmas Tree Lighting in Central Park. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, November 24, 2012. Central Park will … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Downtown, Main Street Winter Haven | 2 Comments

Light Up the Lakes on Saturday, December 1

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Bob Gernert
Posted in Chain of Lakes, Chamber Events, City of Winter Haven | Leave a comment

Governor Scott: 8,500 Intermodal Jobs/$10 Billion Impact

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Florida Governor Rick Scott lauded the vision and potential for the Winter Haven Intermodal Terminal and noted that Panama Canal shipping will double after the widened waterway opens in 2014. He added “Florida’s strategic position is a perfect opportunity for … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Commercial Developments, CSX - Winter Haven, Economic Development, Evansville Western Railway | 6 Comments

Governor Will Attend Intermodal Groundbreaking

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Florida Governor Rick Scott will join Winter Haven Mayor J. P. Powell; Tony Reck, Chairman and CEO of Evansville Wester Railway and Michael Ward, Chairman and CEO of CSX Transportation for the ceremonial groundbreaking beginning construction of the Winter Haven … Continue reading →

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Join Us for an Education Open House!

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Bob Gernert

You’re Invited! Winter Haven Education Open House Meet Denison Middle School’s new principal, Sheila Gregory and other principals and educators in our Winter Haven schools. You are cordially invited to an open house at the Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce … Continue reading →

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Access to Intermodal Terminal Site Nears Completion

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The soon-t0-begin Intermodal Rail Terminal being constructed here by Evansville Western Railway is a hive of busy activity. As outlined by the following photos, roadways and site preparation are weeks away from allowing construction to begin. Preparations include a temporary … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Commercial Developments, CSX - Winter Haven, Economic Development, Transportation | 1 Comment