Polk County News

BARTOW, FL — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating whether any criminal activity occurred involving former Bartow Police Chief…

Two Polk County Fire Rescue members are heading west to help battle a massive wildfire that has burned tens of…

MULBERRY, FL — In a disturbing case out of Mulberry, a 24-year-old illegal immigrant from Honduras has been arrested after…

BARTOW, FL — Bartow City Manager Mike Herr announced in a letter to the media Friday evening that Police Chief…

WINTER HAVEN, FL — Winter Haven police have arrested 74-year-old Karen Denise Benyard months after investigators say her 17-month-old granddaughter…

LAKELAND, FL — U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, the Republican candidate for Florida governor, is coming to Polk County next month…

WINTER HAVEN, FL — Polk State College’s District Board of Trustees has elected new leadership for the 2026-2027 academic year,…

WINTER HAVEN, FL — The City of Winter Haven, Polk County Veteran’s Council and first responder agencies from across Polk…

SUMTERVILLE, FL — A 47-year-old Lakeland man was killed Thursday night after his motorized scooter was struck by an SUV…

Bartow, Fla. (Aug. 18, 2026) – The Polk County Board of County Commissioners confirmed the appointment of Jerry Rodriguez as…