Category Archives: Political Scene
Planning, Planning, Planning
Sometimes I feel like a broken record with this “planning for our future” headline, but it underscores this critical point in time for Winter Haven. So many positives things are happening in and around our area with business expansion, business … Continue reading
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Advocacy 2015
This week Winter Haven joined a regional delegation of representatives to visit our elected officials in Tallahassee. Session started on March 3 and our state representatives and senators have just 60 days to submit their bills, vote, pass between houses … Continue reading
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WhistleStop Winter Haven Straw Ballot Results
They came. They crooned. They chowed. They voted. Check out the results of the straw ballot below. Thank you to our sponsors: The Ledger Media Group, Tampa Electric Company Bright House Networks, Budget Auto Glass, Bernie Little Distributors And to … Continue reading
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Three Ways to Vote in City Election …
Three Easy Ways to Vote in Winter Haven’s Upcoming Municipal Election: POLK COUNTY, FL (October 21, 2013) – Citizens in Winter Haven planning to participate in the Municipal Elections have 3 easy ways to vote according to Supervisor of Elections … Continue reading
Perspectives from 2013 City Commission Candidates:
Two Winter Haven residents are vying for City Commission Seat 5. Incumbent Steven Hunnicutt faces Candidate Debra Ogzewalla in the November 5 election. The Chamber will host a Candidate’s Forum on Wednesday morning, October 23 here in our Auditorium. RSVP … Continue reading
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City Commission Candidates State Their Positions …
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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WhistleStop Winter Haven Straw Poll Results
More than 300 people rallied last night to meet those seeking office who’s names will appear on the Winter Haven ballot. There was plenty of red, white and bluegrass, BBQ from Sonny’s and frozen custard from KC’s Big Dipper! Also, … Continue reading
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ALL Aboard for WhistleStop Winter Haven!
VIP Reception 5-6 p.m. Barbecue and Rally 6-8 p.m. Nora Mayo Hall  WhistleStop Winter Haven is an old-fashioned political rally filled with “red, white and bluegrass†and designed to acquaint the business community with those running for elected office. … Continue reading
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Jessica James Wins iPad2 @ Economic Summit
Chamber  and Wal-Mart Award iPad2 Jessica James was one of twenty-two Polk State College students hosted by the attendees at the Chamber Foundation’s 8th Annual Economic Summit. Attendees reserve tables of six and two Polk State students join them at … Continue reading
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