The increased fee only applies to volunteers whose activities involve contact with students out of sight of a district staff ...

John Velebir, chair of Polk County's Republican Party, said he is "very" concerned about the rift between Gov. DeSantis and ...

Polk County’s level of immunization for kindergartners dropped from 96.3% in 2021 to 93.2% in 2023, still above the statewide ...

A few strong thunderstorms along the Panhandle and Big Bend are possible and may bring lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph ...

Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.

Legoland Florida Resort in Polk County is laying off 234 employees. The theme park and resort reported the job cuts in a ...

The proposal from Fortress Secured LLC set a total project cost of $182.2 million and a construction timeline of 22 months for the Poinciana school.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Two puppies were turned over to animal control services during a drug bust Sunday morning in Polk County.

Michelle Hoke of Etters, Pennsylvania, said she is frustrated at the audacity of disbarred attorney Jason Penrod. “I just ...

Amid ongoing Polk County rancor, Supervisor Tom Hockensmith alleges Des Moines City Council member Joe Gatto is angling for his board seat.

Florida residents won't have to worry about snow, or even freezing temperatures from what's expected to be a weak cold front here, according to the Florida Division of Emergency Management. A weak ...

Collin Griffith is being charged as an adult after he allegedly murdered his mother, 39-year-old Catherine Griffith.