The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here's a look at the ...

The recent Ledger report, “Rabies-infected cat attacks five people and puppy in North Lakeland,” highlights a longstanding problem in Polk County: the lack of humane and effective management of feral ...

The report “Florida property tax plan promises relief. Calculate your savings” (6-12-2026) is simply a misdirection play by Gov. DeSantis and the Republican representatives in Tallahassee to divert ...

Instead of waiting to become a free agent in March 2027, Jacksonville Jaguars long snapper Ross Matiscik chose to sign a two-year extension.

Olivia Celiscar, who repeated as state champion, is the athlete of the year, and Curtis Williams is the coach of the year.

Olivia, however, can more than hold her own with her well-accomplished brothers. She just completed her senior track and ...

Juneteenth is a federal holiday. Find out which Florida services, banks and offices will be open or closed today.

The Baltimore Orioles and LA Dodgers open a 3-game series in Los Angeles, California, Friday at 10:10 p.m. ET.

Polk County officials have lifted the burn ban following recent rains, but "will continuously monitor the KBDI and weather in ...

Kaitlyn Pickering, a Polk County student, will receive The Able Trust Road to Independence and Success in Education ...

Polk County's FHSAA flag football of 2026 was the year of leveling up.