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Back by popular demand, it's the great Polk Sheriff's Charities free turkey giveaway!
For the second year in a row, Polk Sheriff’s Charities (a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit charitable organization) is sponsoring a free turkey giveaway on Saturday, November 23rd, at three Polk County locations:
East Polk: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Church on the Hill, 1111 Scenic Hwy, Dundee
Central Polk: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Polk State College Winter Haven campus, cars will enter at Lake Elbert Drive NE and exit at 10th Street NE, Winter Haven
West Polk: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Church at the Mall, 1010 East Memorial Blvd., Lakeland
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Polk Sheriff’s Charities board decided to contribute turkeys to families who may be finding it tough to put a meal together for the holiday.
"This is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to Polk County citizens for their support of our deputies. In some communities around the country, you can find tension and mistrust between law enforcement and residents. Not here. We work hard with our communities to keep our neighborhoods, families, and children safe. We are honored to get so much support from so many people. Building relationships and connections in our neighborhoods is what we are all about. We literally could not have the success in fighting crime that we have without our communities' support. So, we know that there are families out there who are struggling financially and we want to do our small part to help out this Thanksgiving." - Grady Judd, Sheriff
The turkeys will be distributed one per family, one per vehicle on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. No identification or pre-qualification will be required to receive a turkey.
Deputies will be at each location to hand out the birds, which are in the 15 to 17 pound range. Up to 1,400 total turkeys will be given away.
“If we have any turkeys left over, Polk Sheriff’s Charities will donate them to the jail to help them serve turkey to the inmates,” said Bunky Hill, Chairman of Polk Sheriff’s Charities. “But I have a feeling we may run out on Saturday. We have a lot of turkeys, but we also have a lot of need in Polk County—not just folks down on their luck, but we also have working families that could just use a boost for the holiday.”
Gobble, gobble. And Happy Thanksgiving!
#FreeTurkeyGiveaway #WeAreNotDroppingThemFromOurChopper
#LesNessmanIsNotInvolved
#PolkSheriffsCharities
#GobbleGobble
For the second year in a row, Polk Sheriff’s Charities (a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit charitable organization) is sponsoring a free turkey giveaway on Saturday, November 23rd, at three Polk County locations:
East Polk: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Church on the Hill, 1111 Scenic Hwy, Dundee
Central Polk: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Polk State College Winter Haven campus, cars will enter at Lake Elbert Drive NE and exit at 10th Street NE, Winter Haven
West Polk: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Church at the Mall, 1010 East Memorial Blvd., Lakeland
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the Polk Sheriff’s Charities board decided to contribute turkeys to families who may be finding it tough to put a meal together for the holiday.
"This is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to Polk County citizens for their support of our deputies. In some communities around the country, you can find tension and mistrust between law enforcement and residents. Not here. We work hard with our communities to keep our neighborhoods, families, and children safe. We are honored to get so much support from so many people. Building relationships and connections in our neighborhoods is what we are all about. We literally could not have the success in fighting crime that we have without our communities' support. So, we know that there are families out there who are struggling financially and we want to do our small part to help out this Thanksgiving." - Grady Judd, Sheriff
The turkeys will be distributed one per family, one per vehicle on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. No identification or pre-qualification will be required to receive a turkey.
Deputies will be at each location to hand out the birds, which are in the 15 to 17 pound range. Up to 1,400 total turkeys will be given away.
“If we have any turkeys left over, Polk Sheriff’s Charities will donate them to the jail to help them serve turkey to the inmates,” said Bunky Hill, Chairman of Polk Sheriff’s Charities. “But I have a feeling we may run out on Saturday. We have a lot of turkeys, but we also have a lot of need in Polk County—not just folks down on their luck, but we also have working families that could just use a boost for the holiday.”
Gobble, gobble. And Happy Thanksgiving!
#FreeTurkeyGiveaway #WeAreNotDroppingThemFromOurChopper
#LesNessmanIsNotInvolved
#PolkSheriffsCharities
#GobbleGobble
UPDATE 11/15: Smith turned himself at the Polk County Jail. He is currently in custody.
UPDATE 11/14: We have a #WarrantOfTheDay for 19-year-old Christopher Braylon Smith, of Lorri Avenue in Lakeland, for Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon in this investigation. Smith is to be considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS!
If you have any information on Smith's whereabouts, call PCSO immediately by dialing 911, or 863-298-6200, or contact Heartland Crime Stoppers www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com.
ORIGINAL POST: Alert: Please share. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred in the Benjamin Drive area of north Lakeland just after 1:00 p.m. today, Tuesday, November 12. The male victim was shot in the leg—he sustained non-life threatening injuries and he is being treated at an area hospital. The suspect vehicle (pictured—the color saturation is a little off) is a dark charcoal grey Chevy Cruz that was occupied by two black males. There is possibly damage to the driver’s side mirror. The Chevy Cruz was last seen headed north bound from the area. If anyone sees this vehicle, or if they have any information about this shooting, please call the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200 (answered 24 hours) or 499-2400 and ask for Detective Coggins (during business hours).
Or, to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
#DuckingGrady
UPDATE 11/14: We have a #WarrantOfTheDay for 19-year-old Christopher Braylon Smith, of Lorri Avenue in Lakeland, for Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon in this investigation. Smith is to be considered ARMED AND DANGEROUS!
If you have any information on Smith's whereabouts, call PCSO immediately by dialing 911, or 863-298-6200, or contact Heartland Crime Stoppers www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com.
ORIGINAL POST: Alert: Please share. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred in the Benjamin Drive area of north Lakeland just after 1:00 p.m. today, Tuesday, November 12. The male victim was shot in the leg—he sustained non-life threatening injuries and he is being treated at an area hospital. The suspect vehicle (pictured—the color saturation is a little off) is a dark charcoal grey Chevy Cruz that was occupied by two black males. There is possibly damage to the driver’s side mirror. The Chevy Cruz was last seen headed north bound from the area. If anyone sees this vehicle, or if they have any information about this shooting, please call the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200 (answered 24 hours) or 499-2400 and ask for Detective Coggins (during business hours).
Or, to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
#DuckingGrady
The next PCSO Concealed Weapons Permit Course is scheduled for Saturday, December 14, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon; if the morning class fills up, we will hold a second class from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This is the class required by the FL Dept of Agriculture as part of an application to obtain a concealed weapons permit.
*********YOU MUST CALL 863-298-6242, during normal business hours (Mon-Fri, 8-5) to reserve your seat. When you call, you will be given further instruction about where to go for the training.**********
Cost of the class is $45; proceeds go to Polk Sheriff's Charities, Inc., and the cost is non-refundable.
Students shall not wear loose hanging clothing and shall wear close-toed shoes. Each student will be required to provide the following:
1- A modern manufacture firearm* capable of using modern ammunition.
2- 50 rounds of clean modern manufacture ammunition.
3- Modern manufacture protective eye-wear designed for a shooting environment.
4- Modern manufacture hearing protection designed for a shooting environment.
5- Adequate sun protection. (i.e. hat, long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen)
6- Adequate hydration for extended outdoor activity.
The class will start on time. Students arriving late will be asked to reschedule for a later class.
Any questions about the CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION, please call Lieutenant Marco Avila at the PCSO Training Section at 863-534-7200, during normal office hours.
NEXT CLASS – December 14, 2019 - CALL 863-298-6242 to reserve your spot!
*we will have handguns available for the hands-on portion of the course, but we prefer you bring your own if possible.
#PCSO #CWPclass #ConcealedWeaponsPermit #PewPewPew #Your2ndAmendmentRight
#HelpingPeopleBeResponsibleGunOwners
This is the class required by the FL Dept of Agriculture as part of an application to obtain a concealed weapons permit.
*********YOU MUST CALL 863-298-6242, during normal business hours (Mon-Fri, 8-5) to reserve your seat. When you call, you will be given further instruction about where to go for the training.**********
Cost of the class is $45; proceeds go to Polk Sheriff's Charities, Inc., and the cost is non-refundable.
Students shall not wear loose hanging clothing and shall wear close-toed shoes. Each student will be required to provide the following:
1- A modern manufacture firearm* capable of using modern ammunition.
2- 50 rounds of clean modern manufacture ammunition.
3- Modern manufacture protective eye-wear designed for a shooting environment.
4- Modern manufacture hearing protection designed for a shooting environment.
5- Adequate sun protection. (i.e. hat, long-sleeved shirt, sunscreen)
6- Adequate hydration for extended outdoor activity.
The class will start on time. Students arriving late will be asked to reschedule for a later class.
Any questions about the CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION, please call Lieutenant Marco Avila at the PCSO Training Section at 863-534-7200, during normal office hours.
NEXT CLASS – December 14, 2019 - CALL 863-298-6242 to reserve your spot!
*we will have handguns available for the hands-on portion of the course, but we prefer you bring your own if possible.
#PCSO #CWPclass #ConcealedWeaponsPermit #PewPewPew #Your2ndAmendmentRight
#HelpingPeopleBeResponsibleGunOwners
ELECTION TODAY
Today, there is a City Election. The voting location for all Auburndale residents is at the Civic Center, located at 115 West Park Street. The polls will be open from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Please remember to bring a valid Photo ID or Driver's License when you go to vote. The results will be posted tonight on the City's Municipal Elections page. http://www.auburndalefl.com/elections/
Today, there is a City Election. The voting location for all Auburndale residents is at the Civic Center, located at 115 West Park Street. The polls will be open from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
Please remember to bring a valid Photo ID or Driver's License when you go to vote. The results will be posted tonight on the City's Municipal Elections page. http://www.auburndalefl.com/elections/
