FDOT says first phase of I-4 widening will begin soon east of US 27 in Polk County
Drivers will start seeing heavy equipment and an increased number of crews along I-4 east of U.S. 27, the Florida Department ...
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City of Lakeland agrees to remove barriers, fund design of South Florida Avenue
On Monday, Lakeland city commissioners agreed to pay for the design phase of the reconstruction project on South Florida ...
New chicken salad chain opening Tuesday in Polk County. And offering free food for a year
Chicken Salad Chick, boasting "made-from-scratch chicken salad flavors," says it'll offer free chicken salad for a year to ...
Polk district receives one-year extension to raise Crystal Lake Elementary up to C grade
Crystal Lake is the only one that has reached the stage of having the district file a turnaround plan with the Florida Department of Education. When a school receives either an F score or ...
Considering a run for office? 11 municipalities in Polk begin qualifying soon for April election
Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.
Another cold front coming to Florida, but freezing temps? What to expect in Polk County
A few strong thunderstorms along the Panhandle and Big Bend are possible and may bring lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph ...
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Free Tax Prep Helps Polk County Residents Claim Often-Missed Benefits
Every year, low- and moderate-income households miss out on tax credits and deductions worth thousands of dollars by not ...