Members of Polk's transportation planning board seemed to want to speed up the process for the eastern toll road, but also to ...

The national fabric and craft store announced it is closing 500 of its 800 stores. There are two in Polk County. Here's where ...

As of Feb. 14, there are 17 Florida counties with a drought index over 500, which indicates drought and increased fire danger ...

The four possible paths cut through a swath of eastern Polk County, with various impacts on development and the environment.

Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.

Polk County Fire Rescue has opened the new Eaton Park Fire Station 35 at 3409 Winter Lake Road in Lakeland. A grand opening ceremony took place Thursday at the new station, with speeches from ...

Eight current or former Polk County residents who were convicted or faced prosecution for their roles in the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, will likely be free and clear soon after a sweeping ...

Polk County Judge John Flynn stood before the Florida Supreme Court on Wednesday to receive a public reprimand, the final step in his discipline over statements he made during the 2022 election. The ...

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WFLA) — A man was found dead in his car on Saturday morning following a head-on collision in Winter Haven, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Around 4:25 a.m ...

With the long-awaited sobering and mental health crisis center open, Polk County officials are turning their attention to its next-door neighbor ― a refugee and immigrant welcome center.

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. - The Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) arrested a man on Thursday, January 16, 2025, for engaging in lewd activity at Lions Park, located at 820 Avenue L SW in Winter Haven.