Saturday

21 March 2026

Polk County Florida

Bartow Man Accused of Pointing Handgun at Victim’s Head, Firing Shots During Argument

Bartow, FL — On Friday, February 20, 2026, at approximately 7:47 p.m., deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded…

Lakeland Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Stabbing, Dropping Victim at Fire Station

According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, A man has been arrested in Lakeland, Florida, following a stabbing incident on…

Harrison School for the Arts to Present Spring Musical Water for Elephants February 27–March 1

Harrison School for the Arts in Lakeland, Florida, has announced its spring musical production of Water for Elephants. The performances…

Motorcyclist from Avon Park Killed in High-Speed Crash in Frostproof|

A motorcyclist from Avon Park was killed in a two-vehicle crash southeast of Frostproof on Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026,…

Lakeland Selects Former Santa Clara County Expert Larry Little to Lead City Communications

LAKELAND, FL – Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Larry Little as Director of…

Florida’s Biggest Inshore Fishing Event Heads to Tampa This Weekend

Tampa, FL – February 18, 2026 – Anglers across Florida are gearing up for an exciting day of education, expert…

Traffic Alert: Short-Term Road Closures for Sewer Line Restoration

The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Department is set to wrap up a major infrastructure upgrade with the final restoration…

Traffic Alert: Road Closure Announced in Winter Haven for Infrastructure Repairs

Polk County officials have announced that portions of Avenue K Southwest and Sixth Street Southwest in Winter Haven will close…

400 Acres Burn Near State Road 60 in Lake Wales; 68 Acres in Davenport

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to more than 30 brush fires throughout Polk County on Sunday. The largest…

Traffic Alert: Road Closure Announced for Mammoth Grove Road in Lake Wales

LAKE WALES, FL – Mammoth Grove Road will close at 7 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, to allow for…