Preserving the Legacy of Sgt. Luther Thomas Howard: Commendations Awarded in Winter Haven
Last night, Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Fund Chairman Ricky Newman and Board Member Luke Dickerson presented commendations to Winter Haven Police Chief Vance Monroe and Detective Ronald Jackson. Their work helped ensure the legacy of Sgt. Luther Thomas Howard was properly recognized, and his name added to the Memorial. We are grateful for their […]
Preserving Legacy: Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Honors the City of Lakeland
Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Chairman Ricky Newman presented the City of Lakeland with a Commendation recognizing its continued support of the Memorial, the 39 fallen heroes it represents, and the families who carry their legacies forward. We are grateful for the City’s lasting commitment to honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service […]
The Lake Wales City Commission proclaimed the first week of May as Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Week.
Chairman of the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial, Ricky Newman, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the organization and presented the City with a commemorative plaque in recognition of its support in the 2026 Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony. The proclamation honors the courageous men and women of law enforcement who made the ultimate […]