5 dead cats, 28 total animals seized from Lakeland home, woman arrested
Five dead cats were found and 28 total animals were extracted from a Lakeland home, leading to the arrest of a 66-year-old woman.
Fort Meade offers $75,000 in facade grant funds for homes and businesses to eliminate blight
Home and business owners within the commercial corridor and downtown area can now apply for a facade improvement grant.
Winter Haven clinic evacuated twice, caller left voicemail threatening to 'blow the building up'
Staff and patients at Gessler Clinic in Winter Haven were evacuated for a little more than two hours on Wednesday, according to officials.
Fugitive accused in ‘horrific’ Davenport stabbing caught in Virginia
A man accused of stabbing his cousin last week in Davenport and skipping town has been arrested in Virginia.
84-year-old Lakeland woman blown away by community's generosity after losing home to fire
A Lakeland woman is without a home after a devastating fire tore through hers earlier this year, but now the generosity and kindness of others is turning her unfortunate situation around.
Motorcyclist thrown from bike killed in crash near Haines City
A 21-year-old Poinciana man was killed after his motorcycle collided with a pickup truck on Tuesday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Man convicted 18 years after DUI crash on I-4 in Polk County caused serious injuries
After more than a decade on the run following a DUI crash in Polk County in 2006, a man now faces years in prison after a jury convicted him earlier this month.
Demolition begins on historic Winter Haven baseball stadium to prep for renovations
Sports tourism is a big deal for Polk County as nearly 50 baseball events occur annually, including amateur, collegiate, and world baseball.
Brush fire in Mulberry, more than 1,000 acres impacted: PCFR
Firefighters are battling a fire on an estimated 1,200-1,500 acres of private property in Mulberry, according to officials.
Safari Wilderness Ranch is piece of old Florida that offers unique adventures
Nestled next to the Green Swamp is a ranch that is more like stepping into the wilds of Africa.
Plane lands in Winter Haven without using landing gear: Police
A plane landed on a runway at Winter Haven Regional Airport without landing gear engaged on Saturday morning, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.
VIP experience at Sun 'n Fun gives back to high school students interested in aviation
The skies over Lakeland Linder Airport are packed with exotic planes for the 50th Annual Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo.
Dog's life saved thanks to Tampa non-profit
A Tampa nonprofit helped pay for emergency surgery for a Polk County dog, whose bladder was filled to the brim with bladder stones.
Plane’s engine ‘went silent’ moments before deadly Mulberry crash: NTSB report
Officials are giving more details about a plane crash in Mulberry that killed a 76-year-old pilot earlier this month.
Davenport police searching for stabbing suspect accused in ‘horrific’ attack against his cousin
A Davenport man is accused of stabbing his cousin over 15 times on Thursday, and police are saying he is on the run.
Florida's native snake population sees decline caused by invasive parasite: Researcher
The native snake population in Florida is declining, and researchers have found that it's due to an invasive parasite called "Snake Lungworm."
2 people in critical condition after Winter Haven mobile home fire: Police
Two residents of a Winter Haven mobile home are in critical condition after their home caught fire on Thursday night, according to police.
Storms impact Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo
Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Exo's air show was cancelled Thursday afternoon because of the weather.
Lake Ariana Park renovation plans revealed in Auburndale
We're getting a first look at what a well-known park in Polk County will look like after a major makeover.
Firefighter injured while battling fire in Winter Haven
A Polk County firefighter is being treated for injuries suffered while battling a fire at a home in Winter Haven, according to Fire Rescue.