The unveiling of Polk County’s most significant new work of art will take place on Jan.…
Day: January 2, 2025
Kill, Kill, Kill over 400 Animals dead in December – Animal advocates aim for Polk County Animal Control to be a no-kill county in 2025
80% of animals in county shelters were released alive, which is a continuation of improvements over the…
Florida minimum wage workers to see pay increase later this year
The minimum wage in Florida will increase on Sept. 30 to $10.98 an hour for tipped…
Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay dies at 91
Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay passed away at the age of 91. MacKay served in the…
Florida’s New “Public Sleeping” Ordinance Now In Effect – Florida Cities Brace For Legal Actions
Local governments face penalties as controversial measures become law, and most municipalities lack the infrastructure to…
Happy World Menopause Day!
Happy World Menopause Day! We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate than with the new nationwide…
SouthState bank completes $2 billion acquisition of Texas Independent Financial
SouthState Corp. has closed on its purchase of the Independent Bank Group, a deal that allows…
Polk County Schools temporarily suspends all volunteer applications to address new legislation
Polk County Schools is no longer accepting new volunteer or renewal volunteer applications. The district says it…
Florida man with ‘Alone’ face tattoo among company in Polk County jail following ‘one-man crime wave
A Florida man accused of going on a ‘one-man crime wave’ in Polk County last month celebrated his 24th birthday…
You may remember that we posted about Patrick last week, when he stole equipment from Polk County Fire Rescue… Right before Christmas.
Well, he might be in jail, but he’s continuing to be charged with burglaries. Today, our…
Florida homeowners urged to apply for homestead exemption by March 1
The first of the year opens doors for homeowners in Florida to get some significant savings.…