Polk County Clerk & Comptroller Launches Operation Green Light Week to Help Residents Get Back on the Road Summary: For one week only, the additional outside collection agency fee applied to ...

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Crimes Unit is seeking information in regard to a shooting of several cattle that occurred on the night of March 18, 2026, in the area of Lake Buffum Road ...

An FHP Trooper, responding to a call for service on April 4, 2026, was traveling westbound on SR-400 in Hillsborough County. Near the 16.5 Milepost, the Trooper observed two vehicles traveling at high ...

A man of service.” That’s how Commissioner Omar Arroyo described City Manager Jim Elensky following his unexpected retirement announcement Thursday night, an appropriate moniker that reflects a career ...

A Mulberry man is facing a lengthy list of felony charges after Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies say a domestic dispute escalated into a violent confrontation involving a firearm and a structure ...

Winter Haven, Florida – Polk State College has confirmed that an independent investigation into its administration is now underway. However, college officials have declined to share any additional ...

Deputies responded after a victim reported that his backpack had been stolen from his driveway. A neighbor witnessed a — Local reporting from Polk County, Florida.

James Coulter Imagine two girls playing with dolls. One girl is named Sally; the other, Anne. Sally puts her doll in a toy chest before leaving the room. Anne removes the doll from the chest and hides ...

James Coulter Even if you're not familiar with One Piece, chances are you've heard of it. The series has become one of the longest-running and best-selling manga of all time—even more so than Dragon ...

HAINES CITY — The Haines City Police Department is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in the area of Avenue I and 12th Street North. According to Public ...

Sharon Gardner was known for the kindness she extended to everyone, from her students to strangers on the street. So, it was only natural that in 1962, she brought together a small group of women with ...

Looking for a quiet place to unwind or let the kids burn off some energy? Banana Lake Park is a park in Lakeland that offers a little something for everyone. Nestled along the scenic shores of Banana ...