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Small town charm, big agricultural heart.

Wauchula exudes a relaxed, small-town atmosphere where neighbors know each other and community events are well-attended. The pace of life is slower, and the focus is on family, agriculture, and preserving the town's heritage. You'll find a mix of generations here, all contributing to the town's unique character.

Downtown Wauchula
COMMUNITY GUIDE · WAUCHULA
Wauchula, Hardee County

City Snapshot

Population

4,900

County

Hardee County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$32,854

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Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

AdventHealth Wauchula

This Week

BINGO at the Depot

2026-06-18

Mr. Chris' Coffee Depot

Committee of the Whole

2026-06-22

Local Village Hall

Village Board Meeting

2026-06-25

Athens Village Clerk’s Office

Community Picnic – Meet the RFC Squad & Support the Millage

2026-06-26

Picnic Area

Village Board Meeting

2026-07-23

Athens Village Clerk’s Office

Community Leaders

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Ashley Moody

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

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Rick Scott

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

Ron DeSantis
Ron DeSantis

Governor

Republican Party