Pleas for safety improvements after fatal crash claims life of volunteer chaplain
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
Auburndale man accused of shooting at woman, child during dispute: Police
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Publix ditches longtime checkout lane rule in major change for shoppers
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Polk County Fire Rescue mourns volunteer chaplain killed in crash
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
Polk County deputies crack down on saw palmetto berry thefts
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain dies on duty following Eagle Lake crash
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
Woman found dead in backyard during Highland City house fire
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
Lakeland Linder International Airport upgrades: New gates and air taxis coming
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.
K9 Ace honored with Commendation for Valor after losing leg in Polk County shooting
Polk County Sheriff's Office K9 Ace was honored by the Polk County Board of Commissioners Tuesday after being shot multiple times in the line of duty and losing his left front leg.
Polk County Sheriff's Office K9 Ace was honored by the Polk County Board of Commissioners Tuesday after being shot multiple times in the line of duty and losing his left front leg.
NFL team subs return to Publix for game day
Publix is bringing back its limited-edition NFL team-themed sandwiches at select store locations to give football fans a customized bite for game-day tailgates and home watch parties.
Publix is bringing back its limited-edition NFL team-themed sandwiches at select store locations to give football fans a customized bite for game-day tailgates and home watch parties.
Publix launches 2026 limited-edition fall ice cream flavors
Publix launched its limited-edition fall ice cream lineup in half-gallon and pint containers to help shoppers channel autumn during late-summer heat.
Publix launched its limited-edition fall ice cream lineup in half-gallon and pint containers to help shoppers channel autumn during late-summer heat.
Wanted Florida man caught hiding under mattress yells for mom who tried to punch officer: WHPD
Police arrested a Winter Haven man and his mother Saturday after he tried hiding under a mattress and she tried to punch an officer serving an arrest warrant.
Police arrested a Winter Haven man and his mother Saturday after he tried hiding under a mattress and she tried to punch an officer serving an arrest warrant.
Polk County commissioner proposes 1% infrastructure sales tax to offset Amendment 3
A Polk County leader is proposing a major tax swap to prevent severe budget cuts if Florida voters approve Amendment 3.
A Polk County leader is proposing a major tax swap to prevent severe budget cuts if Florida voters approve Amendment 3.
Winter Haven food truck owners accused of using lost debit card for $1.4K in purchases: Police
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
Bicyclist dies after being hit by car near Lakeland: PCSO
A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car Saturday night near Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car Saturday night near Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Two adults hospitalized after bullets strike Lakeland home from outside: Police
Two adults were hospitalized after police responded to a shooting along Choctaw Avenue Friday night, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Two adults were hospitalized after police responded to a shooting along Choctaw Avenue Friday night, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Polk County Public Schools joins other districts in banning smart glasses
Polk County Public Schools joined other school districts in the Tampa Bay area by banning Ray-Ban Meta glasses and similar wearable smart technology from classrooms.
Polk County Public Schools joined other school districts in the Tampa Bay area by banning Ray-Ban Meta glasses and similar wearable smart technology from classrooms.
Polk County saw palmetto berry poacher picked up on university property: PCSO
Deputies arrested Rodney Michael after security officers found his pickup truck loaded with illegally harvested saw palmetto berries hidden on Warner University property.
Deputies arrested Rodney Michael after security officers found his pickup truck loaded with illegally harvested saw palmetto berries hidden on Warner University property.
Polk County driver accused of going 117 mph before deadly crash arrested
A Haines City man was arrested for DUI manslaughter Thursday in a deadly Davenport crash that happened nearly three months ago.
A Haines City man was arrested for DUI manslaughter Thursday in a deadly Davenport crash that happened nearly three months ago.
K9 Ace becomes first canine patient saved by Tampa General Aeromed
K9 Ace is retiring at home after emergency air responders flew him to Manatee County veterinary hospital after he was shot by a suspect during a shootout in Polk County.
K9 Ace is retiring at home after emergency air responders flew him to Manatee County veterinary hospital after he was shot by a suspect during a shootout in Polk County.