r/WinterHaven

Here’s what I think is funny about this county: everybody complains about overdevelopment, new housing projects, and how expansion is destroying Florida — and honestly, I agree with that concern.

But what many people fail to realize is that the same politicians they keep voting for are the ones approving these projects. Local elections matter more than people think.

Take Winter Haven for example. The city commissioner race came down to two very different visions for the community. Chad Davis cast the deciding vote to approve another parking garage in downtown Winter Haven, while the other candidate wanted to reinvest in the community by building more playgrounds and parks for kids and bringing back the local downtown events people used to enjoy.

Then look at what’s happening in Fort Meade with the massive new data center project. Facilities like that use enormous amounts of water, all while the Peace River is already struggling and running low.

And when you look at the leading candidates for governor, many of their biggest donations are coming from home builders associations and development interests.

At the end of the day, people can’t keep blaming politicians while continuing to vote for the same policies and leadership. Local races have real consequences, and if voters want different outcomes, they have to start paying closer attention to who they elect.

Buckeye road area/eagle crest or Lucerne park? Are these areas safe? Would you pick one over the other?

Hey, everyone so I came to you all in the community about last month around this time. Asking for help because of a situation where I was randomly let go and it screwed us over.
Thankfully by the grace of God, we were able to make it past the month and I’ve started a new job with great pay and benefits but we’re short this month yet again because I started about 2 weeks after we were able to pay our rent and so what I get paid this week isn’t enough to cover the rent. We’re going to be exactly $764 short and we need to pay by this afternoon. I’ve exhausted all options and have reached out to multiple resources. I hope for you all to believe me when I say this isn’t a habit that I’ve been trying to make. We were able to get 3 extra days from the leasing office. It was originally due Tuesday and I would’ve had to look for the full amount. Thankfully we were given until today, and I can put a good portion towards the rent.
If there’s anything you can do to help us reach our goal a little bit closer, my family and I are eternally grateful for it. Thank you for your help. We love you and we pray for blessings over you all. Just a simple response would be great. We currently have $210 and $984 is due so a remaining $764 is due. Thank you for your time.

I have a lot of clothes to donate and would prefer a local non-profit over Goodwill or a donation bin. Bonus points if they’re open today. I googled but am hoping for feedback on places that are doing good work in the community and could actually put the stuff to use if it’s needed. It’s all women’s clothing if that matters. Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone, I am needing to find a dentist or orthodontist to evaluate and treat my severe TMJ disease. I’ve never discussed it with a dentist before and we just moved here. After seeing a chiropractor they recommended I see a dentist to evaluate further as it’s causing a whole lot of other issues. Recommendations on physicians I can see in the area who address these problems. Thank you!