Polk County Voters Elect 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat To Congress

Polk County voters also decided to reinstate the tax to purchase environmentally sensitive lands.

Polk County Elections: Voters Asked To Purchase Conservation Lands

Polk County voters on Nov. 8 will choose four U.S. House members and two state senators, along with approving conservation lands.

Last Day To Request Vote-By-Mail Ballot In Polk County Is Saturday

Voters wanting a vote-by-mail ballot mailed to them for the Nov. 8 general election have until Saturday at 5 p.m. to make the request.

Nov. 8 Election Guide For Polk County; Early Voting Underway

Here's what's on the ballot and how to vote in Polk County.

Voter Registration Deadline For Polk County Is Tuesday

Voters who aren't yet registered to vote in the Nov. 8 general election have until Tuesday to register.

Polk State President Appointed To Juvenile Justice Advisory Group

"President Garcia Falconetti will support Dr. Eric Hall of the Department of Juvenile Justice in the advancement of Florida's System."

Lakeland Library Main Branch To Reopen After Months Of Construction

The Sept. 6 reopening will debut Lakeland's new History and Cultural Center.

Newly Installed Lakeland Water Line Fails, Causing Sidewalk To Cave In

Crews are currently investigating the nature of the failure to determine the cause.

Webster Leads Loomer With 1 Precinct Out: Polk Co. Election Results

Polk County GOP voters gave U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster a narrow lead over Laura Loomer with 1 precinct still out late Tuesday.

Polk Co. Primary Election: Races From School Board To Governor

Polk County voters make their final choices on four school board candidates Tuesday, as well as governor and other races.

Final Chance To Vote Early In Polk Primary Is Saturday

Many of Polk County's 149,566​ registered Democrats, 173,409​ registered Republicans and 127,256​ NPA have already cast their ballots.

Applications Open For Interim Lakeland City Commissioner

Lakeland Commissioner Phillip Walker is leaving the commission to run for the District 50 seat in the Florida House.

Publix Pharmacies Won't Give COVID Vaccine To Kids Under 5

Publix stores and state programs in Florida will not administer COVID vaccines to children 5 and younger. Publix could order the shots.

Voting Locations Change After 30 Polling Places Closed In Polk: Report

Voters affected by the closing of over 20 polling locations in Polk County will be sent new voter ID cards with an updated polling location.

City Of Lakeland Rejects Apartment Proposal At Lake Miriam: Report

Publix and a developer were denied zoning changes Monday that would have permitted them to build a 211-unit building in Lakeland.

DeSantis Signs $1.2B Tax Relief Package To Help FL Families Save Money

DeSantis announced 10 upcoming tax-free holidays for items commonly purchased by Florida families like fuel, diapers, disaster supplies, etc

Recycling Collections Resume April 4, April 11 For Polk County

FCC Environmental Services, a trash hauler, had fallen behind schedule because of labor shortages, and needed a month to get back on track.

Emergency Plan For Waste Collection In Polk County Begins

If you are unsure of which hauler resources service your home during the temporary schedule, find out on the interactive map in this story.

Six Polk County Cities Preparing For April 5 Elections

If you are an unregistered voter who resides in a city within the county holding upcoming elections, voter registration deadline is soon.

Missed Trash Pickups Causes Local State Of Emergency In Polk

Residents in unincorporated Polk County have experienced ongoing waste collection problems that have turned into health concerns.

More Than $64M Issued For Flood Prevention In 8 FL Communities

Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters in Bartow Tuesday that Polk County and Pinellas County are among areas getting drainage assistance.

Recruitment For Poll Workers In Polk County

The Polk County Supervisor of Elections Office is hosting two upcoming meetings for residents interested in paid voting work.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Update

The Polk County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Update

The Polk County unemployment rate stayed the same, according to the newest figures.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: Latest Data

The Polk County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Lakeland, Winter Haven, Fort Meade Election Guide, Poll Locations

Registered voters from three cities in Polk County head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in municipal elections.

Walk-In Voting Locations, Deadlines, Municipal Election Day

Voters in Lakeland, Winter Haven and Fort Meade have the options of early walk-in voting for the Nov. 2 elections.

Polling Location Checks For Lakeland, Fort Meade, Winter Haven

The Polk County Supervisor of Elections Office recommends voters check their polling places prior to leaving to cast ballots Tuesday.

See Voting Tips Here For Nov 2 Municipal Elections In Polk Cities

A checklist for voters has been provided by the Polk County Supervisor of Elections helping residents have a smooth voting process.

Publix Heiress Gave Group $150K To Promote Jan. 6 Rally: Report

Julie Jenkins Fancelli, daughter of the founder of Publix Super Markets, also helped finance the pro-Trump rally held in Washington, D.C.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In August: Feds

The Polk County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

DeSantis Announces $9M Grant Adding 5,000 Jobs In Winter Haven

Jobs in manufacturing, technical and logistics industries are expected to develop during the next five years with the funding.

Mail-In Ballots Available At Elections Office For Nov 2 Voting

Registered voters of Fort Meade, Lakeland and Winter Haven can request vote-by-mail ballots online or by calling the elections staff.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaching: Here's Where To Register

Lakeland, Fort Meade and Winter Haven residents who haven't registered for the upcoming November 2 municipal elections have until Monday.

Rental Arrears Up In Polk County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Polk County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Sign Up To Vote During National Voter Registration Day

Polk County residents who need to change their voting address or those who need to register, can do so at a local participating library.

$140 Million Of American Rescue Plan Act 2021 Goes To Polk County

Applications have opened for local area organizations to receive financial help with negative effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Potential Election Worker Meeting Scheduled In Winter Haven

Find out about the duties election workers are responsible for on Election Day, and how you can obtain this paid position at polling places.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Polk County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Ivermectin COVID Treatment Request To DeSantis Delayed By Board

An unproven COVID therapy that involves a drug to de-worm farm animals was discussed by Polk commissioners, who want it to be approved.