It might sound like an oxymoron, but any dog that checks into the Polk County Bully Project (PCBP) is truly a lucky dog. At this one-of-a-kind facility, dogs become part of a family. They are fed, ...

As Polk County students prepare to head back to school, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched a timely new initiative called "Free Mind," aimed at addressing the growing ...

The Tampa Bay Rays wrapped up their West Coast road trip on a high note Wednesday afternoon, edging out the Los Angeles Angels 5–4 in a thrilling series finale at Angel Stadium. With the victory, ...

On Wedne 6, 2025, United Airlines grounded flights across the United States due to a major computer system outage, causing widespread delays and cancellations that left thousands of passengers ...

James Coulter A prominent resident who played a vital role in the preservation and recognition of a local historic landmark was honored by the City of Bartow. At their regular meeting on Mon. Aug 4, ...

Today, August 1, 2025, a new Florida law takes effect that changes the process for teens under 18 to obtain a learner’s license. The law now requires all 14 to 18-year-olds to complete a 6-hour Driver ...

By: Ethan Jones From the crack of the bat to the smell of a freshly cut field, one thing is for sure: there is nothing better than going to the ballpark during the summer. That’s exactly what I’ve ...

Polk County, FL – A former deputy with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office who was previously investigated for allegedly stealing money from a suspect during a traffic stop has now been arrested on new ...

Polk County residents are feeling the full force of a Central Florida heat wave this week, with heat index values soaring to dangerous levels. In some parts of the county, the index has reportedly ...

Lakeland, Florida – After surviving two cancer diagnoses, Candice Wallace didn’t just overcome adversity; she found her calling. The valedictorian of Keiser University’s Lakeland campus will deliver ...

Congressman Scott Franklin, representing Polk County, played a pivotal role in laying groundwork for this national relief framework. In early 2023, Franklin and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D–FL) co ...