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October 03, 2025
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Barktoberfest Makes a Splash at Kissimmee’s Aquatic Center
Kissimmee, FL – The City of Kissimmee Parks and Recreation Department invites dog owners and their furry companions to participate…
October 03, 2025
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Brick-or-Treat Brings Halloween Magic to LEGOLAND Florida Resort
Winter Haven, FL — LEGOLAND® Florida Resort is hosting its wildly popular Brick-or-Treat event, transforming the park into a family-friendly…
October 02, 2025
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Florida Secures $13.6 Million in Federal Funding for Immigration Enforcement
Tallahassee, FL — The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has received $13.6 million in federal funding…
October 01, 2025
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Polk County Solid Waste Disposal Fees Increased
Solid Waste Disposal Fees Increased Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 1, 2025) – Effective today, new disposal rates will take effect at…
October 01, 2025
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Auburndale Man Arrested for Lewd Molestation Child
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release: Auburndale, FL – On Tuesday, September 30, Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 33-year-old…
October 01, 2025
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Lake Wales Police Issue Citations to Parents in Hillcrest Elementary Pick-Up Line
Lake Wales, FL — On Monday, September 29, several parents at Hillcrest Elementary School received parking citations while waiting in…
September 30, 2025
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Polk County Teacher Under Review After Calling Student an ‘Animal’ in Birthday Song Video
Polk County, FL — A video circulating online shows a Polk County Public Schools teacher singing “Happy Birthday” to an…
September 30, 2025
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Stolen Vehicle Out of Polk County Leads to Multi-County Chase on Interstate 4
Osceola County Press Release Polk County, FL- On Monday, September 29, at 10:56 pm, an Osceola County deputy observed a…
September 30, 2025
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Three Teens Arrested After Burglary Spree in Jan Phyl Village: PCSO
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF PRESS RELEASE: Three teenaged car burglary suspects who have been “flipping handles” in the Jan Phyl Village…
September 30, 2025
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Davenport Firefighters Contain Structure Fire on Violet Court
Davenport, FL — On Monday, September 29, at approximately 5:40 PM, Davenport Fire Rescue, Davenport Police Department, and Polk County…