Drought conditions are spreading in parts of Florida. Here's where Polk County sits
As of Feb. 14, there are 17 Florida counties with a drought index over 500, which indicates drought and increased fire danger ...
Polk County transportation board on toll road: Move quickly, protect Bok Tower Gardens
Members of Polk's transportation planning board seemed to want to speed up the process for the eastern toll road, but also to protect sensitive areas.
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Massive Florida human trafficking bust: 29 arrested for prostitution and drug charges, 4 victims rescued
A recent Florida undercover operation led to a massive human trafficking bust, where 29 people were arrested for prostitution ...
Trafficking takedown: Dozens arrested following undercover operation in Lake County
It was a three-day undercover operation that landed 29 people in handcuffs, including five people with active felony warrants.
A teen is found not guilty in mom's death. In 2023, he was also accused of killing his dad.
A jury found the teenager not guilty on Feb. 5 on a first-degree murder charge and a kidnapping charge in connection to the ...
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Stolen U-Haul, Meth Bust: New Polk County Resident From Boston Welcome Includes Trip To Jail
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A woman's relocation from Boston to Polk County took an unexpected turn when she was arrested for stealing a U-Haul truck. Polk County ...