Tuesday

3 November 2026

Polk county

Feasts of Persia Hummus Expands to 12 Locations Across Polk County

LAKELAND, FL — Lakeland-based Mediterranean and fusion hummus brand Feasts of Persia is expanding its footprint across Polk County, growing…

Winter Haven to Honor 9/11 Victims, First Responders With Annual Ceremony

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

Lakeland Man Killed After SUV Collides With Scooter

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

Polk County Names Jerry Rodriguez New Building Division Director

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

25-Acre Prescribed Burn Planned Today at Circle B Bar Reserve

Bartow, Fla. (Aug. 21, 2026) – Polk County Parks and Natural Resources staff plan to conduct a 25-acre prescribed burn…

Bicyclist Fatally Struck on Frontage Road in Kathleen Area

LAKELAND, FL — A bicyclist was killed Saturday night after being struck by a car in the Kathleen area, according…

Polk City Man Fatally Injured in Motorcycle Crash on Mount Olive Road

POLK CITY, FL — A 34-year-old Polk City man was killed Wednesday night after his motorcycle collided with a car…

117 MPH Crash in Davenport Leads to DUI Manslaughter Arrest of Haines City Man

DAVENPORT, FL — A 26-year-old Haines City man has been arrested on DUI manslaughter and other charges after investigators said…

Haines City Officer Arrested After Allegedly Searching Estranged Wife’s Vehicle 717 Times on Flock Cameras

HAINES CITY, FL — A Haines City police officer arrested for allegedly misusing an investigative database searched for his estranged…

Dump Truck Hits and Kills Pedestrian in Haines City Crosswalk

HAINES CITY, FL — A 64-year-old Haines City man was killed Tuesday morning after being struck by a dump truck…