Lawsuit seeks to restore election canceled by timing of Polk circuit judge's retirement
Two Polk lawyers are plaintiffs in a lawsuit that asks a court to reinstate an election for the position being vacated by ...
Fort Meade considers amnesty for fines, liens on properties. Commissioner could benefit
The Fort Meade City Commission is expected to vote on a resolution to adopt the amnesty program at Tuesday’s meeting, ...
Dollar General is planned near Fort Meade just weeks after Polk County changes land codes
Across the road from Fowler’s Grocery on some pastureland at the T-junction of Brooke Road and U.S. 98, a proposed Dollar ...
Lester shows poise in new role to clinch Lakeland Christian's win; McKeel, Mulberry advance
Lakeland Christian escapes two bases-loaded jams in final two innings and go on to defeat Mount Dora Christian in the 2A-2 ...
Polk County home listings asked for less money in April: See the current median price here
The median home in Polk County listed for $349,000 in April, down 0.3% from the previous month's $349,950, an analysis of ...
'I was proud': Winter Haven beach volleyball shows viable effort at state to end year
While Winter Haven went down and the season is effectively over, the next few years should be bright for the best beach ...
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Florida gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.54 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.51 per gallon, according to the U.S ...
Meet Crackle, a 2-year-old Lab/hound mix with a heart full of love | SPCA pets
This week's featured SPCA pets include the big lover Crackle, the little lap dog Capi, the gentle Alexstrasza and playful ...
George Jenkins moves 1 game from state with big win over Lakeland in regional semis
George Jenkins got production throughout its lineup to defeat Lakeland and move one game away from advancing to the state ...
Unemployment claims in Florida declined last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Florida dropped last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of ...
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Winter Haven Hospital reports accidental disclosure of patient records
Winter Haven Hospital announced that some patient information had been accidentally disclosed. The incident occurred March 15, when an employee, while emailing forms to a patient, inadvertently ...