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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Tampa and Winter Haven, FL — October 1, 2025 — Brooks Law Group announced today the launch of its Billboard Design Contest, inviting graphic designers and creative enthusiasts to submit bold, ...

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 ...

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, ...

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 ...