D-Day leadership is just one part of Polk County man's legacy
The popular Van Fleet Trail runs through the heart of Polk County, but many may not know the man behind the name played a major role in United States military history.
The popular Van Fleet Trail runs through the heart of Polk County, but many may not know the man behind the name played a major role in United States military history.
Sweeper driver killed in Polk crash
The driver of a street sweeper was killed after rear-ending a dump truck in rural Polk County this morning.
The driver of a street sweeper was killed after rear-ending a dump truck in rural Polk County this morning.
Registered sex offender sexually batters teen in Davenport, deputies say
An out-of-state sex offender was arrested in Davenport, Florida for sexually battering a child, deputies said.
An out-of-state sex offender was arrested in Davenport, Florida for sexually battering a child, deputies said.
Gator bites 'bigger' gator at Circle B Bar Reserve
While one alligator was busy bellowing, another gator creeped up behind it – and bit it.
While one alligator was busy bellowing, another gator creeped up behind it – and bit it.
Gator captured in photo with snake in its mouth trying to escape
A photographer captured a photo of classic, wild Florida while venturing out to the Circle B Bar Reserve in Polk County over the weekend.
A photographer captured a photo of classic, wild Florida while venturing out to the Circle B Bar Reserve in Polk County over the weekend.
Spook Hill added to National Register of Historic Places
Spook Hill, a gravity-defying phenomenon in Lake Wales, has become a historic attraction now that it has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Spook Hill, a gravity-defying phenomenon in Lake Wales, has become a historic attraction now that it has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Polk County rapper Stephon Stephon shows what happens when criminals try to 'duck Grady'
Central Florida's outspoken sheriff is the central focus of a new song and music video.
Central Florida's outspoken sheriff is the central focus of a new song and music video.
Lake Mirror: Lakeland's historic heart
In the heart of downtown Lakeland is a beautiful lake with a lot of history. Lake Mirror covers 18 acres and is known for the fountain in the center of the water that shoots up over 30 feet.
In the heart of downtown Lakeland is a beautiful lake with a lot of history. Lake Mirror covers 18 acres and is known for the fountain in the center of the water that shoots up over 30 feet.
Huge alligator takes his time crossing path at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland
Almost exactly one year ago, video of a massive alligator, sauntering across a path at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, Florida, spread across the internet.
Almost exactly one year ago, video of a massive alligator, sauntering across a path at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, Florida, spread across the internet.
Homeland Heritage Park showcases Florida history
Several miles south of Bartow, visitors can experience what life was like in 1800’s Florida – long before air conditioning and motorized farm equipment.
Several miles south of Bartow, visitors can experience what life was like in 1800’s Florida – long before air conditioning and motorized farm equipment.
Above the gardens: Bird's-eye view of Bok Tower
Sitting atop one of the highest points in peninsular Florida is an imposing historic landmark: The 205-foot-tall Bok Tower, constructed 90 years ago by magazine editor Edward Bok.
Sitting atop one of the highest points in peninsular Florida is an imposing historic landmark: The 205-foot-tall Bok Tower, constructed 90 years ago by magazine editor Edward Bok.
On Polk's 'wall of sheriffs,' some faces missing
If you were a fan of ‘Gunsmoke,’ you have something in common with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. And the high-profile sheriff is also a fan of remembering previous sheriffs of Polk County. But pictures of some of them are scarce.
If you were a fan of ‘Gunsmoke,’ you have something in common with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. And the high-profile sheriff is also a fan of remembering previous sheriffs of Polk County. But pictures of some of them are scarce.
Baby alligators soak up the sun at Circle B Bar Reserve
While it’s usually the big, dinosaur-like alligators who get all the attention at Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland, the baby gators there are pretty cute, too.
While it’s usually the big, dinosaur-like alligators who get all the attention at Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland, the baby gators there are pretty cute, too.
Sheriff Judd: President Trump doing what he said he'd do
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is in Washington, D.C. with sheriffs across the country to meet with President Trump.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is in Washington, D.C. with sheriffs across the country to meet with President Trump.
100-year-old hurricane victim still feels 'blessed,' despite damage
Adele Durrance turned 100 on Friday. She spent the day as she does every day now -- picking up debris at her home of 60 years, hoping she'll be able to repair all of the hurricane damage one day.
Adele Durrance turned 100 on Friday. She spent the day as she does every day now -- picking up debris at her home of 60 years, hoping she'll be able to repair all of the hurricane damage one day.
Sheriff Judd: Sex offenders, those with warrants not welcome at hurricane shelters
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd put out a warning to sexual offenders and predators, and even those with outstanding warrants, that they're not welcome at evacuation shelters.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd put out a warning to sexual offenders and predators, and even those with outstanding warrants, that they're not welcome at evacuation shelters.
Sheriff Judd: "If you're not afraid of a gun, get one"
Polk County’s sheriff is sending out a call to arms. He says people should be armed and prepared just in case they are faced with an active shooter.
Polk County’s sheriff is sending out a call to arms. He says people should be armed and prepared just in case they are faced with an active shooter.
Growers battle citrus greening with giant tent
You can't see it from the road, but tucked away in a remote area of Lake Wales in Polk County is a vast operation set up to protect on the state's most vital commodities: The citrus industry.
You can't see it from the road, but tucked away in a remote area of Lake Wales in Polk County is a vast operation set up to protect on the state's most vital commodities: The citrus industry.
Sheriff blasts gun store after burglary
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is trying to find the suspects seen on surveillance video breaking into a gun store and smashing through several cases to steal guns.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is trying to find the suspects seen on surveillance video breaking into a gun store and smashing through several cases to steal guns.
NOAA's Hurricane Hunters moving to Lakeland
NOAA's famed Hurricane Hunters are getting a new home, but they won't be going far. The agency's Aircraft Operations Center will be moving from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in time for the 2017 hurricane season.
NOAA's famed Hurricane Hunters are getting a new home, but they won't be going far. The agency's Aircraft Operations Center will be moving from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in time for the 2017 hurricane season.