Winter Haven's newly rebuilt Chain of Lakes Park pays homage to rich MLB history
Winter Haven is renowned for its long, rich history with Major League Baseball, and this tradition will continue with the newly rebuilt Chain of Lakes Park.
Polk County Fire Rescue unveils new $16M world class training facility
Polk County Fire Rescue will soon be able to use its brand new, world-class training facility.
2-year-old Winter Haven girl hit, killed while playing near driveway on her birthday: Police
A deadly crash that left a 2-year-old girl dead on Sunday afternoon is under investigation, although police say they don’t believe foul play was a factor.
Brooksy at 100: A spunky sailor’s long voyage from War to Wisdom
This Veterans Day, we salute Donald "Brooksy" Brooks, a spunky Navy veteran from Winter Haven who is about to celebrate his centennial birthday.
Winter Haven police officer injured in crash
A Winter Haven police officer was injured early Sunday morning in a two-vehicle crash.
Man accused of deadly hit-and-run outside Winter Haven nightclub makes first court appearance
The man suspected of driving over and killing a 21-year-old woman after shots were fired outside a Winter Haven nightclub made his first appearance in court on Tuesday.
Winter Haven suspect accused of attacking woman turns himself in
A Winter Haven suspect accused of attacking a woman a week ago turned himself in on Friday, according to police.
Winter Haven home significantly damaged after kitchen fire
A Winter Haven home was significantly damaged after a kitchen fire sparked Tuesday afternoon, according to firefighters.
Polk County ambulance involved in deadly crash while responding to emergency
A Polk County ambulance was involved in a fatal crash Tuesday morning in Winter Haven while responding to an emergency call.
Retired Polk County deputy accused of fleeing from deputies with unrestrained child in front seat of car
A retired Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested over the weekend after fleeing from deputies with an unrestrained child in the front seat of his car, according to officials.
Winter Haven teens accused of stealing SUV, attempting to escape arrest
A few teens were arrested for stealing an SUV and attempting to evade deputies in Winter Haven over the weekend, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Person struck, killed by car after gunshots disperse crowd outside Winter Haven club: police
Multiple gunshots outside a Winter Haven club caused a crowd to disperse, and one person was struck and killed by a car early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Winter Haven man arrested for threatening victim over the phone: PCSO
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theatres to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Several arrests on Lake Winterset including DUI boater crashing into dock: Affidavits
The Polk County Sheriff's Office says that a reckless boater was arrested and charged with a DUI after colliding with a dock on Lake Winterset.
VIDEO: Pick-up truck fully engulfed in flames, person hospitalized, WHPD says
One person was hospitalized after a white pick-up truck went up in flames near the parking area between the Splash Pad and the Garden Center in Winter Haven, according to police.
Florida man accused of grand theft auto claimed repair shop let him take car because he was homeless: Police
A Florida man is facing several charges after Winter Haven police say he stole a car from a repair shop.
New Polk County facility houses supplies for growing special needs shelter program
With a growing population, it is essential for Polk County to have all its supplies and equipment prepared for natural disasters, particularly to support the most vulnerable residents.
Attempted murder fugitive on the run for 2 years arrested after knocking down officer: WHPD
A convicted felon wanted for attempted first-degree murder is now behind bars after Winter Haven police say he knocked an officer down before being tased as he tried to run away.
Florida leads nation in pedestrian deaths, leading to police crackdown Thursday
Police in Winter Haven are watching one busy intersection Thursday morning and pulling over drivers who fail to stop for people walking across.