November 2020

SSE Committee Public Meeting Notice

Nov 16, 2020 | Other

Due to COVID-19, we ask that non-committee members attend this month’s Sports & Special Events committee meeting via Zoom if possible. BOARD: Sports & Special Events Committee, Tourist Development Council of Polk County, Florida DATE AND TIME OF MEETING:...

Visit Central Florida holds Vacation Rental Home Summit

Nov 13, 2020 | Newsletter

A crowd gathered – both in person and via Zoom – at the Lake Eva Convention Center in Haines City to participate in Visit Central Florida’s Vacation Rental Home Summit. “This segment of the market has really taken a beating during the pandemic,” said Kris Keprios, the...

Polk’s got game

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From volleyball to cross country, baseball to mountain bikes, Polk County sports venues have been full. “We’re in the sweet spot right now,” said Neal Duncan, “we’re enjoying a lot of business.” According to Duncan, the current success of the PCTSM sports sales staff...

Boys and ghouls descend on the Visitor Information Center

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A large number of boys and ghouls – as well as a few bees, a couple of Captain Americas and a smattering of sorcerers – descended on the Visitor Information Center for its Ghosts, Goblins and Goodies event on Oct. 24. Activities included a judged pumpkin carving...

Lane wins Bernie Little Sports Executive Award

Nov 6, 2020 | Other

Some athletes give back to their sport. Many give back to their community. Bobby Lane does both – at the same time. For his efforts, Lane recently received the Bernie Little Sports Executive Award. Voted on by a committee comprised of sports legends and local...