A controversial proposal for a new toll expressway running through eastern Polk County is meeting with opposition, including ...

A Lake Wales man who has been arrested 23 times was taken into custody again on Friday, according to Lake Wales Police.

The southern portions of Polk County and much of the Lake Wales Ridge are expected to endure worsening drought conditions ...

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

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.

Florida high school football has seen its fair share of head coaching jobs pop up all across the Sunshine State, but schools ...

A Hillsborough County car salesman appeared in court on Thursday, accused of running a “title washing" scheme.

Two people were arrested for drug possession on Thursday following a police pursuit, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Scott Williams brings his Apopka Blue Darters to Polk County to play Terrence McGriff's Bartow Yellow Jackets in the Mosaic Stinger Shootout.

The Rotary Club of The Villages Foundation presents a trifecta of fun for good causes this Saturday. The Chili Cookoff, in ...

Haven man who was out on probation is back behind bars after deputies say he interfered with a first responder at the scene ...

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