Polk County is packed with events this weekend, offering something for everyone—from family fun and fitness to food, festivals, and cultural celebrations. October 2–4 World Wake Association ...

A fatal crash occurred Wednesday evening, October 1, 2025, on County Road 471, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash happened around 5:15 p.m. when a Jeep Wrangler, driven by a ...

New disposal rates have taken effect at the Polk County North Central Landfill and Transfer Station. Under the new rate structure, garbage disposal fees will increase to $46 per ton. This will also ...

Polk County Solid Waste Division is hosting a disposal event from 8 a.m. until noon on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Bartow Senior High School located at 1270 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830, entrance ...

Address: 8649 Lake Marion Creek Rd., Haines City Sherwood L. Stokes Preserve, managed by Polk County Parks & Recreation, is a hidden gem for bird lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This natural preserve ...

Mayor's 5K, presented by AdventHealth Heart of FloridaSaturday, October 4, 20257:30 AMLake Eva Park Reminder: The Mayor's 5K is this Saturday. Runners will be on the following course from 7:30AM to ...

PM HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A deadly crash occurred Tuesday evening on I-75, leaving one driver dead and others seriously injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident happened ...

Lakeland PD - 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗞 𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 - 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟬𝗧𝗛 “We can't wait to have a night of fun, safe, trick-or-treating! This year's event will take place on Monday, ...

Tampa and Winter Haven, FL — — Brooks Law Group announced today the launch of its Billboard Design Contest, inviting graphic designers and creative enthusiasts to submit bold, high-impact concepts for ...

A man on Florida’s Gulf Coast is facing animal cruelty charges after authorities say he killed, cooked, and ate two of his pet peacocks. The 61-year-old Hudson resident, Craig Vogt was arrested last ...

The Culpepper Cardiac Foundation (CCF), led by Melanie Brown Culpepper Beilke, continues its life-saving mission through its “Pay It Forward” program, equipping local businesses with Automated ...

By Anita Todd HAINES CITY – Haines City officials want folks to know when they are in the Heart of Florida – in fact, even more specifically, in the City Limits. With all the growth, especially along ...