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🌱 How big a raise could Winter Haven’s mayor and commissioners soon get?

Winter Haven, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hi Winter Haven! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How big a raise could Winter Haven’s mayor and commissioners soon get?

Also on today's calendar: WHRCC BRANCH: Little Sprouts Story Time and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 92 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 94, low: 76.
  • Friday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Winter Haven City Commission Weighs $6.1K Pay Raise for Commissioners, $6.5K for Mayor — Winter Haven News (dailyridge.com) — Winter Haven city commissioners are considering raising their own pay by about $6,100 and boosting the mayor’s salary by roughly $6,500, with a final vote set for Sept. 15. Supporters say the increases reflect growing workloads and population, while opponents question the timing as a statewide tax amendment could cut city revenues.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Need help rehoming my pup she is super loyal and kind.
    I plan to move out of state and need a new home for her immediately no fee at all she will come with a few essentials. Cage, food, and shampoo (Nextdoor Hamilton Pointe)
  • #reunited He has been found!
    Thank you so much! Missing Pomeranian near 13th Street SE Winter Haven, off of Dundee Rd by Lake Elbert. Please call or text 863-508-9375 if found… (Nextdoor Elbert)
  • JEM Restaurant Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Late Night Team Member in Winter Haven. Apply here.
  • Golden Corral posted a job opening for Cashier / Host / Attendant in Winter Haven. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Winter Haven here.

🗞 Nearby News

Auburndale

  • Record-setting cross country runners among nominees for Tremendous 10 poll (theledger.com)
  • Big Moves Propel eVTOLs Closer to Autonomous Flight and More (allaboutcircuits.com)
  • Top 6 Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Florida (hedgethink.com)

Lake Wales

  • $145K Agreement Approved for Design Services for Tower Boulevard Trail — Local Government & Politics (dailyridge.com)
  • Old Bartow Road, Dog Yard Road to be Closed for Construction Work (lakewalesnews.net)
  • Its hardship is its possibility (floridaweekly.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Winter Haven

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Winter Haven

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.