Republicans hold an early voting advantage, while Democrats lead in mail ballots returned before Florida's primary election.

Bannon Island, a 24-acre island in Lake Marion once occupied by a Seminole chief, then settled by an Irish immigrant in the ...

Even after Polk County spent $8.17 million to fix drainage issues in Imperial Lakes, residents say flooding is still a ...

Florida's primary election day is Aug. 18. Here's what you'll need to bring to your polling place if you want to vote.

Answer help for Chaotic Scene, featuring one of today's clues: Donkey, from USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle creators.

Tina and Tim Calhoon, owners of Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar in Downtown Lakeland, are preparing to open The Abigaile in Auburndale in August. The couple have taken over the space formerly occupied ...

Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley reviews the opening loss to Washington and looks forward to preseason game No. 2 vs. the ...

Lakeland assistant coach Dedrick Dodge, a Mulberry and FSU grad, speaks to the players and parents prior to the Trials to Triumph Football Camp on Saturday at Mulberry Park.

Lakeland Christian scored three times rushing, once passing and twice on special teams in 42-0 win over Davenport.

Lake Wales' Kaneilius Purdy and Kingston Loydd and Auburndale's Teo Edwards stand out in Kickoff Classic, while Ahnnari ...

The San Diego Padres and Cleveland Guardians play the final game of their 3-game series in Cleveland, Ohio, Sunday at 1:40 ...

Vote now on who the best Polk County high school football defensive lineman ahead of the 2026 season. This poll will end Aug.