Roundabout Construction To Cause Detours In Lake Wales For Month

Local access will be maintained to the point of closure, but no traffic will be permitted to cross the intersection.

Opioids, Methamphetamine Found During Traffic Stops In Winter Haven

Three routine traffic stops by Winter Haven police have taken a significant amount of illegal drugs off the city's streets.

Subaru Employees Journey 1,100 Miles For Homeless Pets

Following Hurricane Ian, John Ross and Corey Bannister with Subaru hauled a trailer filled with pet food, treats and more across the state.

Polk County Commissioners Approve Contractor For Thornhill Road Bridge

The current bridge over Lake Lena Run will be replaced.

1st Opioid Settlement Payment Received By Polk County Commission

The $400,000 will be used by Polk County’s Opioid Abatement Program.

Boy, 12, Dies After Accidentally Shooting Self In Lakeland: Police

The boy was at a friend's house for a sleepover when they found a loaded gun inside a car, Lakeland police said.

Man Found Dead After Being Struck By Hit-And-Run Vehicle In Lake Wales

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking a hit-and-run driver after a man's body was found on the side of State Road 60 in Lake Wales.

Mulberry’s Loyce E. Harpe Park To Reopen On Saturday

The park, which was being used as a hurricane debris collection site, will be open to the public from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Man Shot In Leg By Winter Haven Police While Stabbing Woman

Winter Haven police said an officer shot a man in the leg to stop him from continuing to stab a woman.

Emergency Bridge Repairs To Close Deen Still Road

Emergency repairs needed to correct a deficiency on the deck of a Polk County bridge will close Deen Still Road for 10 days.

Neal Road In Haines City To Close For Six Days Starting Monday

Sewer and water line installations for a new subdivision in Haines City will close Neal Road for six days starting Monday.

Lakeland Firefighters First To Train In $9M Aircraft Simulator

The $9 million Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting simulator allows firefighters to train for aircraft fires in a controlled setting.

Lakeland Man Killed When Struck By Hit-And-Run Vehicle On U.S. 98

Between midnight and 7 a.m. Saturday, a 43-year-old Lakeland man walking on U.S. 98 was struck and killed.

Cache Of Illegal Weapons Found By Polk Deputies During Traffic Stop

A state trooper became concerned when he saw a gun in the truck and the driver told him it was "for his protection against law enforcement."

Winn-Dixie Celebrates Newly Remodeled Haines City Grocery Store

Winn-Dixie will host a weekend-long community celebration with live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, samplings and giveaways.

6 Polk State Soccer Players Earn All-Region 8 Honors

The Eagles also reached the national NJCAA Tournament for the first time since 2009.

Lakeland Firefighters Calendar Shows Some Skin To Help Rescued Animals

For the eighth year, the Lakeland firefighters posed with rescued animals for a calendar that will raise money for the SPCA Florida.

Witnesses Sought In Fatal Hit-And-Run Crash In Winter Haven

The Florida Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate a fatal hit-and-run crash that took the life of a 59-year-old woman Saturday night.

Christmas, Hanukkah Events In Lakeland: Santa Visits, Menorah Lighting

There is no shortage of things to do in Polk County to get the winter holiday season off to a rollicking good start.

Polk Gas Station Patron Attacked With Bat, Run Over By Car, Say Police

A Winter Haven man is accused of attacking a gas station customer with a baseball bat and striking him with his car, said police.

Nine Polk State Baseball Players Sign With Four-Year Schools

The list includes seven NCAA Division I signees.

9-Year-Old Child's Body Recovered After Falling Into Polk County Lake

The Polk sheriff's office has found the body of a 9-year-old boy from Port St. Lucie who fell from a boat into Lake Annie.

Here's Where To Buy Your Own Fresh Christmas Tree In Lakeland

Many of the Christmas tree lots in the Lakeland area have been mainstays in the community for more than 30 years.

Woman Intentionally Strikes Deputies With Car, Says Polk Sheriff

Deputies shot at the woman's car but no one was seriously injured during the confrontation, said the sheriff's office.

Lakeland Doctor Pleads Guilty To Accepting Kickbacks From Medical Firm

A Lakeland doctor has pleaded guilty to receiving kickbacks and bribes in return for ordering medical services paid for by federal programs.

What's Open, Closed In Polk County On Thanksgiving

Here are some places that will be closed on the Thanksgiving holiday.

La Granja Bringing Its Popular Peruvian Cuisine To Lakeland

For more than 25 years, La Granja Restaurants has been known for their affordable Latin cuisine.

Dognapper Steals Dachshund; Crime Stoppers Offers Reward For Identity

Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida is offering a $3,000 reward for information that leads to the identification and arrest of a dognapper.

Polk County Restaurant Veteran Opens 1st Haines City Firehouse Subs

The restaurant is owned by first-time franchisees and Polk County residents Elysee “E” and Tessy Jean-Charles.

Man With Assault Rifle Shot After Trying To Set Fire To Club: Sheriff

A 30-year-old Lakeland man has been arrested after being accused of trying to set The Ritz Ybor nightclub on fire.

Women Pointed Gun At Driver Who Cut Her Off: Winter Haven Police

A Winter Haven woman was charged with aggravated assault after police said she pointed a .380-caliber handgun at another driver.

AdventHealth To Provide $1.7 Million For Polk State Nursing

The donation will provide resources to enhance the college's nursing program.

Child Hospitalized After Hit-And-Run Crash In Poinciana; Charges Filed

A 66-year-old man has turned himself in to the Polk County Sheriff's Office on charges of striking an 11-year-old child with his vehicle.

Road Construction To Detour Traffic In Winter Haven, Auburndale

Road projects throughout Polk County will result in detours and delays.

New Fire Rescue Chief Named For Polk County

Hezedean A. Smith is a multi-credentialed chief fire and emergency medical services officer, who has a doctorate degree in management.

Polk County Goes Green To Support Veterans And Shine Light On Issues

​In honor of Veterans Day, the Polk County Commission announced that two county buildings will be illuminated green through Nov. 13.

​Polk State Volleyball's Ru, Guerreiro, Mostardini Named All-Suncoast

The 2022 Polk State volleyball team was represented with three selections to the All-Suncoast Conference team.

At Least 4 Deaths As Tropical Storm Nicole Hits FL, 150K Power Outages

Now Tropical Storm Nicole caused 4 deaths in FL, packing strong winds and dangerous storm surge. About 150K power outages are reported.

Man Critically Injured In Officer-Involved Shooting In Winter Haven

Winter Haven police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Thursday morning.

Polk County Voters Elect 4 Republicans, 1 Democrat To Congress

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