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Shock is rolling through the Polk County Tax Collector's Office after an employee found a hidden camera in the women's restroom of their Bartow IT building.

A Polk County jury is deciding whether to recommend the death penalty for Shaun Runyon after his conviction in a Davenport triple murder. A psychologist testified Tuesday that Runyon suffered from severe emotional disturbance, delusions, and a long history of substance abuse during the killings. Prosecutors argued duri

Jason Donald Brewer (PCSO) POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 23-year-old Frostproof man was arrested Monday...

Florida’s population boom isn’t just happening in Miami or Tampa anymore. Across the state, smaller towns are exploding with new residents, shopping centers, and neighborhoods that seemingly appear overnight. These nine communities have grown so rapidly over the past few years that longtime locals barely recognize thei

TAMPA, Fla. — The Southwest Florida Water Management District is expected to consider extending its Phase III Modified Water Shortage Order during a board meeting Tuesday, as the region continues to face a significant rainfall deficit. The district says summer storms have helped stabilize conditions, but they have not.

Lakeland officials have agreed to pay $125,000 to settle a federal civil rights lawsuit over excessive use of force by Lakeland Police Department. City commissioners voted in a closed door meeting the morning of Sept. 21 to settle a 2022 lawsuit from Kim Saddlers against the City of Lakeland and former police officers

LAKELAND, Fla. — Major upgrades are currently underway at Lakeland Linder International Airport. The city of Lakeland recently approved three airport projects backed by federal grants and city funds to help keep up with growing passenger demand. So far, construction has started on a new kiosk for Lakeland Linder’s...

Two strangers became fast friends. Now they host dining events for women in Tampa Bay. To RSVP for the next event, go to: https://www.savemeaseat.net.

Polk County’s economic story continues to gain recognition, and the latest Florida Trend Polk County Profile shines a spotlight on the people, businesses and strategic investments helping shape our community’s future. What makes Polk one of the best places for business in Florida is this willingness to work...

PLANT CITY, Fla. - A Plant City staple built on home-cooked meals continues to thrive seven decades later under the care of four generations of the same family. The Johnson family’s deep roots in the restaurant industry began with simple home cooking. Evelyn Johnson recalls when her late husband...