There are few defenses against the Asian swamp eel which is rapidly expanding and could be more harmful than Burmese pythons.

Israeli firm AIR will build advanced air mobility vehicles, often referred to as "flying cars" or "air taxis" at SunTrax in Polk County.

Lakeland Christin scored early — AJ Truedell returned the opening kickoff 99 yards for a touchdown and often in this ...

The summer workouts ended in late July when official fall practice began for Polk County's high school football teams. As ...

The D.R. Horton manager and former Polk County planner was appointed Aug. 18 by the Polk County Commission as the new ...

With Lake Wales backed up to 9 after a 28 yards in penalties, Evans had a big 34-yard reception. While Lake Wales was stopped ...

With Lake Region trying to make a furious comeback, Winter Haven junior linebacker Chris Shakir intercepted senior ...

Prior to adoption, all pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and come with a month of flea and ...

Polk School Board candidate Victor Sims says Kate Wallace's claims in a mailer and texts days before the election weren't "even partially the truth." ...

Fine Art at the Magnolia, an indoor show of works from 19 artists and craftspeople, will take place Aug. 22-23 at the ...

Florida Polytechnic University in Lakeland reported a record enrollment of 2,342 students to begin the 2026-27 academic year ...

The Polk Arts & Cultural Alliance has announced the nominees for the 2026 Polk Arts & Culture Awards, celebrating individuals ...