February 2026
February 05, 2026
Covering Florida, News
Florida FWC Removes Over 5,000 Invasive Green Iguanas During Cold Snap
Tallahassee, Florida – February 4, 2026 – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced today during its February…
February 04, 2026
News, Polk County
Polk County Celebrates its 165th Anniversary
The Polk County Board of County Commissioners and county leaders celebrated Polk County’s 165th anniversary on Tuesday, Feb. 3 following…
February 04, 2026
News, Osceola County
Two Arrested in Kissimmee Sting: Illegal Alcohol Sales at Pa’ Pikar Lounge
KISSIMMEE, FL — The Kissimmee Police Department has arrested two individuals following a three-month investigation into illegal alcohol sales at…
February 04, 2026
Local Traffic, Polk County
Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road Closure Postponed Until Further Notice
Bartow, FL – The Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road roadway closure scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. on Feb. 4…
February 04, 2026
News, Polk County
Employee Identified via Company Shirt in Red Bull Cooler Theft Case
Polk City, FL – A St. Augustine resident has been arrested and booked into the Polk County Jail after allegedly…
February 03, 2026
News, Polk County
Florida Polytechnic University Ranked No. 9 in U.S. by TechGuide 2026
Lakeland, FL – Florida Polytechnic University’s undergraduate data science program has been ranked No. 9 in the nation for 2026…
February 03, 2026
News, Polk County
No Cash Accepted at Polk County Campgrounds: Change Takes Effect March 1
The Polk County Parks and Natural Resources Division has announced that cash payments will no longer be accepted at its…
February 03, 2026
News, Osceola County
Osceola County Man Convicted of First-Degree Murder, Sentenced to Life in Prison
OSCEOLA COUNTY, FL – A jury found 56-year-old Kevin Walter Duda guilty of first-degree murder on January 29, 2026. Following…
February 03, 2026
News, Osceola County
Downtown Kissimmee Keeps Free Rides Rolling with Freebee Contract Renewal
The Kissimmee City Commission has approved the renewal of the City’s contract with Freebee, continuing the free, on-demand microtransit service…
February 03, 2026
Entertainment, Polk County
City of Lake Wales Announces Spring Fridays Events Starting with Mardi Gras Masquerade Party
The City of Lake Wales has announced the launch of its new Spring Fridays Series, a lineup of family-friendly themed…