Polk County's FHSAA flag football of 2026 was the year of leveling up. The first puzzle piece to make this happen was Haines ...

Avelo Airlines has extended its flight schedule into early spring, with flights now available to the beginning of March. Avelo flies to eight airports in Florida, including Lakeland, Daytona Beach, ...

1,890-sq-ft Waffle House (45 seats) approved for Clubhouse Rd in Highland City next to proposed Ace Hardware.

A new Waffle House is planned for Highland City near the existing Culvers and McDonald's. The restaurant will be part of a larger development that also includes a proposed Ace Hardware. Polk County's ...

Two new Publix grocery stores are scheduled to open in Polk County, Florida, during the month of June. The new stores are part of a broader expansion in the county, with four new locations expected to ...

Haines City flag football quarterback Zebrielle Canaday is in the process to join Team USA. Is a spot in the 2028 Olympics on ...

If you’re a winner, Florida law mandates the following information is public record: Name and location of the retailer where ...

Ocala — opens early Sept with a fresh concept. Lucas Lin. More Videos ...

A Polk County jury found Clinton T. Robinson Jr. guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting death of his neighbor. Robinson was sentenced to life in prison on the same day as the jury's verdict.

Two of the bills were aimed at identifying habitual offenders and gang members. Two others enhanced penalties for violence against law enforcement.

George Jenkins' Dylan Mitchell is the player of the year. McKeel's Benjamin Arnold is the coach of the year. The Ledger's All ...

The Polk County Sheriff's Office said a feral cat with rabies that was being fed by a resident attacked five people over the ...