Florida man wanted for plowing into Polk deputy vehicles killed in crash: ‘Ultimately cost him his life'
A deadly motorcycle crash involving a man accused of slamming into several Polk County Sheriff's Office vehicles and causing $100,000 in damage to a private ranch is under investigation.
FDOT alters highway plans in Polk County — advocates worried rare plant habitats remain at risk
The Florida Department of Transportation altered its proposed corridor plans for a tollway in northeastern Polk County; however, plant conservation advocates are still worried it would threaten a rare species' habitat.
‘Nothing Short of a Miracle:' Polk County family welcomed home after 20 hours stranded at sea
Four generations of a Polk County family returned to church Sunday, one week after being rescued from their capsized boat.
2 dead, 3 hospitalized after multi-vehicle crash in Lakeland: PCSO
Two people are dead, and three others were sent to the hospital after four vehicles crashed in Lakeland Saturday afternoon, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
‘Super speeders’ arrested in Brevard, Polk counties after topping 110 mph, deputies say
Two drivers are facing charges in separate incidents in Brevard and Polk counties after deputies say they were caught traveling well over 100 mph during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Golden Ridge Groves opens citrus U-pick showcasing local produce
A citrus grove in Polk County has been working with a major university to fight against citrus greening, a disease that has plagued growers all across the state, and now they're bringing that innovation straight to the consumer.
Descent into the past: City of Mulberry unearths cold war era bomb shelter
Two weeks ago, a bomb shelter from the Cold War era was discovered off Route 60 in Mulberry.
Tampa woman walking along I-4 hit, killed by car: FHP
A Tampa woman was killed early Tuesday morning as she walked along I-4 in Lakeland, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
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.
Florida sheriff's office hands out free turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Footage released by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office shows Sheriff Grady Judd handing out turkeys outside of Lake Region High School in Eagle Lake, Florida, on Saturday.
Grady Judd: Former realtor association CEO accused of stealing more than $81K
Jennifer Garula-Mers, the former East Polk County Association of Realtors CEO, has been arrested on grand theft charges.
Talbot House proposes new site on E. Memorial Blvd., still draws opposition from residents, business owners
Talbot House proposes new site on E. Memorial Blvd., still draws opposition from residents, business owners.
Florida man walking ‘buck naked’ in 36-degree weather claims he was doing a TikTok challenge: Grady Judd
A Florida man claiming to be taking part in a TikTok challenge was arrested after he was caught on camera walking ‘buck-naked’ down a Polk County street, according to the sheriff’s office.
Where is Samantha Fiddler? The mystery behind a Canadian mom's disappearance in Polk County
In a case that has puzzled authorities and left a family in anguish, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is intensifying its investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Samantha Fiddler, a Canadian mother of three.
Grady Judd: Lakeland suspect killed after beating elderly man with brick, charging deputies
A suspect accused of beating an elderly man with a brick and charging at Polk County deputies was shot and killed in a Lakeland community Wednesday afternoon.
Auburndale unveils Lake Ariana Park, celebrating its rich 'Mac's Beach's Legacy!'
The city of Auburndale is celebrating the opening of the brand-new Lake Ariana Park and Civic Center.
VPK recipes for Thanksgiving provide laughs for loved ones
Kids create questionable Thanksgiving recipes in fun exercise
'Sacred Currents' examines how African cultures materialize spirituality
"Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art" is on display at the Lake Wales Arts Council.
Town of Dundee votes to keep municipal elections in April, denying 18-month term extension
The town of Dundee's municipal elections will remain in April of next year, rather than being moved to November 2027.
Polk County voters to decide on school tax referendum next year
Polk County commissioners have voted to send a one-mill property tax referendum to voters in November 2026, aimed at boosting funding for the local school district.