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Polk CountyAllison - April 7, 2026

GiveWell Community Foundation Crosses Half-Billion Dollar Granting Milestone

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Tech TuesdayStaff Reporter - March 4, 2025

NIST Cybersecurity Framework: How the Protection Pillar Strengthens Security

In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. One of the most effective...

Lakeland

Banana Lake Park Offers Peaceful Outdoor Escape in Lakeland

Allison - April 1, 2026

Lakeland

Fatal Crash: Truck Struck by Train While Crossing Tracks in Lakeland

Allison - March 20, 2026

Lakeland

Now Accepting Applications: 2026 Citizens Police Academy

Allison - March 19, 2026

Lakeland

Aldine Combee Park Offers Space for Recreation, Events in Lakeland

Allison - March 18, 2026

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Health & WellnessStaff Reporter - April 2, 2026

Neurodivergent Diversions: Theory of Mind—and How Autistic People Struggle with It

by James Coulter Imagine two girls playing with dolls. One girl is named Sally; the other, Anne. Sally puts her doll in a toy chest...

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Polk County Sheriff's Office

Trespassing Suspect Shoots 9 Cows in Fort Meade, Several Killed

Allison - April 6, 2026

Florida Highway Patrol

High-Speed Chase of Two Vehicles Ends in Crash: Plant City Motorcyclist Seriously Injured, One Driver Arrested

Allison - April 6, 2026

Haines City

Haines City Manager Jim Elensky Announces Retirement Unexpectedly

Staff Reporter - April 6, 2026

Mulberry

PCSO: Mulberry Man Accused of Arson, Attempted Murder After Armed Domestic Dispute

Carl Fish - April 5, 2026

Florida

Welcome, World Travelers! Is One Piece Coming to Universal Orlando Resort?

Staff Reporter - April 2, 2026

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Florida

Welcome, World Travelers! Is One Piece Coming to Universal Orlando Resort?

Staff Reporter - April 2, 2026

Florida

Florida Poly partners with Taiwan tech university to advance STEM innovation

Carl Fish - February 25, 2026

Florida

Young Davenport Woman Killed In Fiery Crash On Osceola Polk Line Road Friday

Carl Fish - February 7, 2026

Polk County Sheriff

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Sheriff Grady Judd Blasts Minneapolis Leadership Over ICE Incident Response

Staff Reporter - January 8, 2026

Florida Highway Patrol

Traffic Enforcement Initiatives In Polk County Give Opportunities To Law Enforcement Agencies To Detain Illegal Immigrants – Here Is Why They Can

Carl Fish - September 25, 2025

Polk County

Cheryl Williams Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder of Deputy Blane Lane

Carl Fish - September 19, 2025

Polk Sheriff

PCSO Arrests Illegal Alien for Interfering with a Train and Fighting with Law Enforcement

Allison - September 2, 2025

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LakelandMarch 2, 2022

Eighth Annual Top Chef of Polk County Event Held to Benefit Achievement Academy

Polk County NewsDecember 8, 2018

ABC Article Says Toxic Sludge Headed To Polk County

Haines CityJanuary 16, 2024

Haines City Celebrates MLK’s Legacy with Praise in the Park

Winter HavenMarch 23, 2019

Family Uninjured After Car Plunges Into Lake

Lake WalesJune 10, 2023

The Lake Wales Ball Park AED Was Stolen. This Local Organization Replaced It by Donating a New One!

Polk County NewsFebruary 7, 2019

Polk County Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting Notice-Workshop

Winter HavenDecember 6, 2017

Winter Haven Boxer Makes Professional Debut In Tampa After 10-Year Absence

LakelandJanuary 14, 2024

Snakes, Lizards, and Other Creepy Crawlies at Lakeland Repticon FireExpo Going On Now

SebringMay 22, 2023

Fugitive Sex Offender Shot And Killed By Highland’s Sheriff’s Deputies

BartowSeptember 21, 2020

Bartow Police Seeking Car Jacking Suspects After Shots Fired – 3 Small Children Recovered Safe

LakelandMay 9, 2020

Lakeland Police Currently Investigating An Overnight Homicide

Polk CountyApril 25, 2022

American Legion Auxiliary Post 34 Hosted Inaugural Dinner Cook Off

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Winter HavenJune 29, 2016

Enjoy a Blast From The Past This Saturday With Classic Cars at Cruisin’ Winter Haven

Lake WalesDecember 29, 2016

Lake Wales 16 Year Old Killed In Crash

Winter HavenDecember 21, 2016

Winter Haven 5 Year Old Bitten In The Face By Family Dog While Reaching For Fallen Christmas Tree Ornament

AuburndaleJanuary 9, 2017

Auburndale Bank Robbed & One Suspect In Custody

Indian Lake EstatesMay 15, 2017

UPDATE: Four Vehicle Accident Blocking Both Directions on SR 60 Near Indian Lake Estates

LakelandMay 30, 2019

PCSO Investing Robbery at Fifth Third Bank in Lakeland

Winter HavenApril 6, 2020

Park, Dock, Boat Ramp, Trail, Pavilion, and Natural Resource Facility Closures

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