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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
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…
February 03, 2026
Local Traffic, Polk County
Traffic Alert: Southbound US-27 Down to Two Lanes for Repairs at Waverly Barn Road
Polk County Utilities contractors will consolidate a portion of southbound U.S. Highway 27 to two lanes beginning at 7 a.m.…
February 03, 2026
News, Polk County
Polk County Public Schools Announces Winners of 25th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Challenge
Polk County, Florida — Polk County Public Schools (PCPS), in partnership with Polk’s Community Relations Advisory Council, has announced the…
February 02, 2026
News, Polk County
Improper Cigarette Disposal Suspected in Deadly Lakeland Mobile Home Fire
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a death investigation on Scenic View Street in Lakeland, related to a structure…
February 02, 2026
News, Polk County
Polk County Deputies Arrest Venezuelan National in Hit-and-Run Crash on Lake Wilson Road
DAVENPORT, FL — On January 30, 2026, a hit-and-run crash occurred in Polk County when a vehicle struck another from…
February 02, 2026
Local Traffic, Polk County
Traffic Alert: Portion of Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road in Bartow to Close Overnight Feb. 4
A portion of Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road is scheduled to close at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4 for…
February 02, 2026
News, Polk County
Jury Rejects ‘Stand Your Ground’ Claim, Convicts Auburndale Man of Second-Degree Murder
On October 11, 2023, at approximately 0845 hours, the Auburndale Police Department (APD) responded to the area of 217 Century…
February 02, 2026
News, Polk County
City of Lakeland Extends Warnings for School Zone Speeders
Lakeland, Florida – January 30, 2026 – The City of Lakeland continues to activate its new school-zone speed enforcement cameras…