An Auburndale woman was arrested after police say she showed multiple signs of impairment during a traffic stop on Thursday night, according to an arrest affidavit filed with the Polk County Clerk of ...

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews battled two large silo fires at a local business near the intersection of Lasso Lane and Maine Avenue in Lakeland Thursday night. Polk County Fire Rescue crews ...

On November 14, 1851, Moby-Dick is published. Now considered a great classic of American literature—with one of the most famous opening lines in fiction: “Call me Ishmael”—the book about Captain Ahab ...

The holiday season is right around the corner, and Davenport is getting ready to celebrate one of its most beloved traditions — the annual Christmas Parade and Winterfest! Mark your calendars for ...

By Anita Todd HAINES CITY - Studies show that every day, 22 veterans take their own lives, more than 8,000 lives lost every year. Veterans Justin Brennan and Coy Bope want to change that. Their ...

Stars of Land of the Lost and Other Retro TV Shows Appearing at Bartow Con 2025 by James Coulter Sean L. Serdynski grew up watching the classic Saturday morning television show Land of the Lost. Now h ...

Local Law Firm Holding Annual Event for 50 Families in Need TAMPA, FL, November 10, 2025 —Brooks Law Group invites you to their 13th annual Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, November 15th, at 10:30 AM, ...

There’s plenty happening across Polk County this weekend! From festive family events to live music and community celebrations, here are a few local highlights you won’t want to miss. 🎄 15th Annual ...

As concerns about childhood obesity and chronic disease reach crisis levels, public health experts are urging Americans to eat more fresh produce. For the first time in history, more children ...

A man wanted for murder in Lee County was captured Saturday afternoon after a lengthy multi-county pursuit that began in Hardee County and ended in Bartow with assistance from the Polk County ...

LAKELAND, FL On Saturday, November 8, 2025, emergency crews responded to a crash that tragically claimed the life of a Lakeland man after his motorcycle struck two vehicles on US Highway 98 South.

A 17-year-old has been charged in connection with extensive damage to the Venetian Bay Golf Course in New Smyrna Beach. According to authorities, Keller Adkins is facing a felony charge of criminal ...