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Polk County Public Schools announces price increase for varsity football tickets - Lakeland Ledger
Polk County Public Schools announces price increase for varsity football tickets Lakeland Ledger
Published on 8 July 2025 | 4:20 pm
Ferris Waller Agrees To Purchase A Polk County FM Translator - Radio & Television Business Report
Ferris Waller Agrees To Purchase A Polk County FM Translator Radio & Television Business Report
Published on 8 July 2025 | 3:30 pm
Polk State’s Three Collegiate High Schools Earn “A” Grades for First Time in History - DailyRidge.com
Polk State’s Three Collegiate High Schools Earn “A” Grades for First Time in History DailyRidge.com
Published on 8 July 2025 | 3:08 pm
Homelessness count in Volusia-Flagler, Polk show mixed results - Daytona Times
Homelessness count in Volusia-Flagler, Polk show mixed results Daytona Times
Published on 8 July 2025 | 2:45 pm
The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown will display this circa-1790 portrait of George Washington - Williamsburg Families
The American Revolution Museum at Yorktown will display this circa-1790 portrait of George Washington Williamsburg Families
Published on 8 July 2025 | 2:39 pm
Polk State’s three collegiate high schools earn A grades for 2024-2025 - Polk State College
Polk State’s three collegiate high schools earn A grades for 2024-2025 Polk State College
Published on 8 July 2025 | 2:34 pm
Polk State Lake Wales to host Ready to Soar giveaway with 500 backpacks & 1,500 books - Polk State College
Polk State Lake Wales to host Ready to Soar giveaway with 500 backpacks & 1,500 books Polk State College
Published on 8 July 2025 | 2:34 pm
Inmate stabs 2 staff members at Polk County Jail, sheriff says - Atlanta News First
Inmate stabs 2 staff members at Polk County Jail, sheriff says Atlanta News First
Published on 8 July 2025 | 12:36 pm
Inmate stabs 2 staff members at Polk County Jail, sheriff says - WALB
Inmate stabs 2 staff members at Polk County Jail, sheriff says WALB
Published on 8 July 2025 | 12:36 pm
What Oregon recycling reform means for residents in Marion and Polk counties - Statesman Journal
What Oregon recycling reform means for residents in Marion and Polk counties Statesman Journal
Published on 8 July 2025 | 11:00 am
‘We’re Very Excited’: Polk County School District Earns ‘B’ Grade - LkldNow
‘We’re Very Excited’: Polk County School District Earns ‘B’ Grade LkldNow
Published on 8 July 2025 | 10:02 am
Ridgeview's Gonzalez finishes top five in weightlifting nationals; Polk County represents - Lakeland Ledger
Ridgeview's Gonzalez finishes top five in weightlifting nationals; Polk County represents Lakeland Ledger
Published on 8 July 2025 | 8:11 am
Polk County shows out at the 2025 USAW Weightlifting Nationals - Lakeland Ledger
Polk County shows out at the 2025 USAW Weightlifting Nationals Lakeland Ledger
Published on 8 July 2025 | 12:55 am
Polk County schools to raise ticket prices for varsity football games - WFLA
Polk County schools to raise ticket prices for varsity football games WFLA
Published on 7 July 2025 | 11:56 pm
1 person dead following multi-vehicle crash in Polk County - WEAU
1 person dead following multi-vehicle crash in Polk County WEAU
Published on 7 July 2025 | 10:08 pm
After 3 years with a C grade, Polk County school district improves to a B - Lakeland Ledger
After 3 years with a C grade, Polk County school district improves to a B Lakeland Ledger
Published on 7 July 2025 | 9:22 pm
Polk County Arrest Report Monday July 7 2025 - Coosa Valley News
Polk County Arrest Report Monday July 7 2025 Coosa Valley News
Published on 7 July 2025 | 9:16 pm
Charlotte Polk Obituary (1968 - 2025) - Tupelo, MS - The Daily Journal - Legacy.com
Charlotte Polk Obituary (1968 - 2025) - Tupelo, MS - The Daily Journal Legacy.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 9:07 pm
Polk County Public Schools Improves District Grade, Earns a B - Polk County Public Schools
Polk County Public Schools Improves District Grade, Earns a B Polk County Public Schools
Published on 7 July 2025 | 8:52 pm
Davis Polk Recruits Jillian Merns as Trusts, Estates Partner - Bloomberg Law News
Davis Polk Recruits Jillian Merns as Trusts, Estates Partner Bloomberg Law News
Published on 7 July 2025 | 8:26 pm
Two deputies hurt after inmate attack at Polk County Jail - 11Alive.com
Two deputies hurt after inmate attack at Polk County Jail 11Alive.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:15 pm
Polk County Launches "Uninvited Guests" Campaign to Educate on Hazardous Waste Disposal - Hoodline
Polk County Launches "Uninvited Guests" Campaign to Educate on Hazardous Waste Disposal Hoodline
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:13 pm
Davis Polk Taps Willkie Partner As Trusts & Estates Co-Head - Law360
Davis Polk Taps Willkie Partner As Trusts & Estates Co-Head Law360
Published on 7 July 2025 | 7:03 pm
Polk County Schools to Raise Varsity Football Ticket Prices for First Time in Over a Decade - DailyRidge.com
Polk County Schools to Raise Varsity Football Ticket Prices for First Time in Over a Decade DailyRidge.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 6:22 pm
Polk County Public Schools Adjusting Football Ticket Prices for 2025-26 - Polk County Public Schools
Polk County Public Schools Adjusting Football Ticket Prices for 2025-26 Polk County Public Schools
Published on 7 July 2025 | 6:06 pm
Polk County History Museum, House of Flags celebrate grand re-opening - The Tryon Daily Bulletin
Polk County History Museum, House of Flags celebrate grand re-opening The Tryon Daily Bulletin
Published on 7 July 2025 | 5:47 pm
Insider: Polk County Crash Results In OWI Convictions For River Falls Man - DrydenWire.com
Insider: Polk County Crash Results In OWI Convictions For River Falls Man DrydenWire.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 5:21 pm
Polk County Sheriff’s Log - My Pulse News
Polk County Sheriff’s Log My Pulse News
Published on 7 July 2025 | 4:04 pm
Ashley Bell Barnett of Polk County Appointed to Global Leadership Role with United Way Women United - DailyRidge.com
Ashley Bell Barnett of Polk County Appointed to Global Leadership Role with United Way Women United DailyRidge.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 3:54 pm
1 person dead following multi-vehicle crash in Polk County - WEAU
1 person dead following multi-vehicle crash in Polk County WEAU
Published on 7 July 2025 | 3:40 pm
Deputies arrest man who stole hay truck, trailer from Polk County hardware store Monday - WTVC
Deputies arrest man who stole hay truck, trailer from Polk County hardware store Monday WTVC
Published on 7 July 2025 | 3:19 pm
Fatal Crash In Polk County Involves Three Vehicles - DrydenWire.com
Fatal Crash In Polk County Involves Three Vehicles DrydenWire.com
Published on 7 July 2025 | 3:19 pm
Faith-based health care giant buys 77-year-old Polk medical group - Business Observer
Faith-based health care giant buys 77-year-old Polk medical group Business Observer
Published on 7 July 2025 | 12:45 pm
Iowans insist that their fundamental right to clean water be honored | Opinion - The Des Moines Register
Iowans insist that their fundamental right to clean water be honored | Opinion The Des Moines Register
Published on 6 July 2025 | 3:04 pm
Fire destroys home in Lakeland: Polk County Fire Rescue - ABC Action News
Fire destroys home in Lakeland: Polk County Fire Rescue ABC Action News
Published on 6 July 2025 | 1:54 pm
Polk State College poised for growth thanks to bold state support | Guest column - Lakeland Ledger
Polk State College poised for growth thanks to bold state support | Guest column Lakeland Ledger
Published on 6 July 2025 | 9:12 am
Does Polk State president have measurable performance goals? | Voice of the People (July 6, 2025) - Lakeland Ledger
Does Polk State president have measurable performance goals? | Voice of the People (July 6, 2025) Lakeland Ledger
Published on 6 July 2025 | 9:11 am
Polk Sheriff's Office, Lakeland police assist in motorcycle gang shooting arrests - ABC Action News
Polk Sheriff's Office, Lakeland police assist in motorcycle gang shooting arrests ABC Action News
Published on 5 July 2025 | 5:46 pm
Omaha police investigate homicide after man dies in stabbing - KETV
Omaha police investigate homicide after man dies in stabbing KETV
Published on 4 July 2025 | 7:29 pm
New Polk County program helps families repair storm-damaged homes - ABC Action News
New Polk County program helps families repair storm-damaged homes ABC Action News
Published on 4 July 2025 | 6:48 pm
Project promotes safe water recreation at Maple Lake - Grand Forks Herald
Project promotes safe water recreation at Maple Lake Grand Forks Herald
Published on 4 July 2025 | 6:00 pm
Overnight accident on Heyburn Avenue and Polk Street closes intersection - KMVT
Overnight accident on Heyburn Avenue and Polk Street closes intersection KMVT
Published on 4 July 2025 | 5:35 pm
Insider: $50K Bond Set For Former Polk County Doctor Charged With Child Enticement - DrydenWire.com
Insider: $50K Bond Set For Former Polk County Doctor Charged With Child Enticement DrydenWire.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 5:02 pm
New England Patriots WR in Trouble Before Training Camp - Sports Illustrated
New England Patriots WR in Trouble Before Training Camp Sports Illustrated
Published on 4 July 2025 | 1:00 pm
2 years after switch, Fort Johnson becomes Fort Polk once more in military-dependent LA town - NOLA.com
2 years after switch, Fort Johnson becomes Fort Polk once more in military-dependent LA town NOLA.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:30 am
2 years after switch, Fort Johnson becomes Fort Polk once more in military-dependent LA town - NOLA.com
2 years after switch, Fort Johnson becomes Fort Polk once more in military-dependent LA town NOLA.com
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:30 am
Polk County Fire Rescue to promote two leaders to deputy chief - Lakeland Ledger
Polk County Fire Rescue to promote two leaders to deputy chief Lakeland Ledger
Published on 4 July 2025 | 9:10 am
Stabbing in southwest Omaha critically injures one person - KETV
Stabbing in southwest Omaha critically injures one person KETV
Published on 4 July 2025 | 2:09 am
64th annual Polk County Youth Rodeo kicks off Thursday - easttexasnews.com
64th annual Polk County Youth Rodeo kicks off Thursday easttexasnews.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 8:59 pm
After party-line votes, Polk lawmakers issue statements on passage of Trump's budget bill - Lakeland Ledger
After party-line votes, Polk lawmakers issue statements on passage of Trump's budget bill Lakeland Ledger
Published on 3 July 2025 | 8:50 pm
1 of 2 suspects in deadly Polk Street mass shooting transferred to Lubbock County Jail - KVII
1 of 2 suspects in deadly Polk Street mass shooting transferred to Lubbock County Jail KVII
Published on 3 July 2025 | 4:44 pm
Polk Street closure (July 3, 2025) - Houston Public Media
Polk Street closure (July 3, 2025) Houston Public Media
Published on 3 July 2025 | 12:00 pm
Polk County commemorates Samuel Quinton, only Revolutionary War soldier buried locally - Southwest Times Record
Polk County commemorates Samuel Quinton, only Revolutionary War soldier buried locally Southwest Times Record
Published on 3 July 2025 | 9:10 am
Monitoring Water Quality at Easter Lake - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Monitoring Water Quality at Easter Lake Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Haley Lucille Polk Obituary (2025) - Rockwall, TX - Rest Haven Funeral Homes - Rockwall Location - Legacy.com
Haley Lucille Polk Obituary (2025) - Rockwall, TX - Rest Haven Funeral Homes - Rockwall Location Legacy.com
Published on 3 July 2025 | 6:03 am
4 arrested, property seized following repeated drug arrests at Polk County home - KTRE
4 arrested, property seized following repeated drug arrests at Polk County home KTRE
Published on 3 July 2025 | 2:55 am
Wet weather ahead: Will Polk's Fourth of July fireworks be rained out? What you should know - Lakeland Ledger
Wet weather ahead: Will Polk's Fourth of July fireworks be rained out? What you should know Lakeland Ledger
Published on 2 July 2025 | 7:30 pm
Polk County Fire Rescue to Promote Two Deputy Chiefs - Polk County Government
Polk County Fire Rescue to Promote Two Deputy Chiefs Polk County Government
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:42 pm
Life-threatening injury in a classroom reflects rise in violent behavior in Polk County schools - Lakeland Ledger
Life-threatening injury in a classroom reflects rise in violent behavior in Polk County schools Lakeland Ledger
Published on 2 July 2025 | 5:00 pm
Best Old Florida restaurants? One of Polk's oldest eateries makes USA Today Network list - Lakeland Ledger
Best Old Florida restaurants? One of Polk's oldest eateries makes USA Today Network list Lakeland Ledger
Published on 2 July 2025 | 9:04 am
Foregoing search, Polk supervisors tap interim administrator to fill the job permanently - The Des Moines Register
Foregoing search, Polk supervisors tap interim administrator to fill the job permanently The Des Moines Register
Published on 1 July 2025 | 11:25 pm
3 Things to Know when Purchasing Personalized or Specialty Plates - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
3 Things to Know when Purchasing Personalized or Specialty Plates Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:15 pm
DeSantis' budget vetoes mostly spare Polk County projects. Here are winners and losers - Lakeland Ledger
DeSantis' budget vetoes mostly spare Polk County projects. Here are winners and losers Lakeland Ledger
Published on 1 July 2025 | 7:11 pm
Polk County Board Approves an Increase to Disposal Fees for North Central Landfill - Polk County Government
Polk County Board Approves an Increase to Disposal Fees for North Central Landfill Polk County Government
Published on 1 July 2025 | 6:11 pm
Polk County Water Quality Initiatives - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Polk County Water Quality Initiatives Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 1 July 2025 | 3:46 pm
Man shot after standoff in Polk County, sheriff says - WESH
Man shot after standoff in Polk County, sheriff says WESH
Published on 1 July 2025 | 2:48 am
Man threatening his wife and deputies is critically wounded by Polk deputy, sheriff says - Lakeland Ledger
Man threatening his wife and deputies is critically wounded by Polk deputy, sheriff says Lakeland Ledger
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:58 pm
Man shoots self at Polk County gravesite after being tazed by DPS officer - KLTV.com
Man shoots self at Polk County gravesite after being tazed by DPS officer KLTV.com
Published on 30 June 2025 | 10:48 pm
Polk State College secures $10 million for Haines City-Davenport Campus - Polk State College
Polk State College secures $10 million for Haines City-Davenport Campus Polk State College
Published on 30 June 2025 | 9:45 pm
Poinciana standoff ends after SWAT team shoots man who shot at deputy, Polk County sheriff says - WKMG
Poinciana standoff ends after SWAT team shoots man who shot at deputy, Polk County sheriff says WKMG
Published on 30 June 2025 | 8:14 pm
No IN-PERSON Jail Visitation on Independence Day/July 4th! - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
No IN-PERSON Jail Visitation on Independence Day/July 4th! Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 30 June 2025 | 6:56 pm
Closure extended until end of July for downtown Houston exit on Polk Street off US-59 for I-45 transformation project, TxDOT says - ABC13 Houston
Published on 30 June 2025 | 6:56 pm
Polk County Senior Sites Menu - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Polk County Senior Sites Menu Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:00 am
New secure residential treatment facility in Salem aims to bring hope - Statesman Journal
New secure residential treatment facility in Salem aims to bring hope Statesman Journal
Published on 29 June 2025 | 11:01 am
Are you a DIY fireworks enthusiast? What's legal in Florida and where to buy them in Polk - Lakeland Ledger
Are you a DIY fireworks enthusiast? What's legal in Florida and where to buy them in Polk Lakeland Ledger
Published on 28 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Pedestrian killed in Vermilion Parish crash - KATC
Pedestrian killed in Vermilion Parish crash KATC
Published on 28 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk State will be closed July 3-6 for Fourth of July holiday - Polk State College
Polk State will be closed July 3-6 for Fourth of July holiday Polk State College
Published on 27 June 2025 | 1:14 pm
From Polk to the pastures of Alaska: Polk State OTA grad finds rewarding career in horse therapy for children - Polk State College
From Polk to the pastures of Alaska: Polk State OTA grad finds rewarding career in horse therapy for children Polk State College
Published on 25 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Legislature approves budget with key funding that supports Polk State’s growth - Polk State College
Legislature approves budget with key funding that supports Polk State’s growth Polk State College
Published on 23 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Southeast Polk Junior High School - Southeast Polk Community School District
Southeast Polk Junior High School Southeast Polk Community School District
Published on 19 June 2025 | 7:00 am
No IN-PERSON Jail Visitation on Memorial Day - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
No IN-PERSON Jail Visitation on Memorial Day Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 17 June 2025 | 6:47 pm
Polk State College awarded $2.8 million Job Growth Grant to establish welding program, advance workforce training - Polk State College
Polk State College awarded $2.8 million Job Growth Grant to establish welding program, advance workforce training Polk State College
Published on 16 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Fire Rescue Partners with Lakeland Regional Health and OneBlood to Administer Blood Transfusions in the Field - Polk County Government
Polk County Fire Rescue Partners with Lakeland Regional Health and OneBlood to Administer Blood Transfusions in the Field Polk County Government
Published on 13 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Launches Website for Behavioral Health Resources - Polk County Government
Polk County Launches Website for Behavioral Health Resources Polk County Government
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Nitrates - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Nitrates Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Fire Rescue Leadership Invites the Public to the Grand Opening of Masterpiece Road Fire Station - Polk County Government
Polk County Fire Rescue Leadership Invites the Public to the Grand Opening of Masterpiece Road Fire Station Polk County Government
Published on 11 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk HealthCare Plan Changes Eligibility Requirements - Polk County Government
Polk HealthCare Plan Changes Eligibility Requirements Polk County Government
Published on 27 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Enrollment is open for the Fall 2025 Semester at Polk State College - Polk State College
Enrollment is open for the Fall 2025 Semester at Polk State College Polk State College
Published on 27 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Approves New Ordinance |Three Polk County Lakes - Polk County Government
Polk County Approves New Ordinance |Three Polk County Lakes Polk County Government
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Property Tax Sale is June 16 - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Polk County Property Tax Sale is June 16 Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Launches Program to Keep Aging Seniors in Their Homes - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Polk County Launches Program to Keep Aging Seniors in Their Homes Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Repeals Burn Ban - Polk County Government
Polk County Repeals Burn Ban Polk County Government
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Invasive Buy Back Program - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Invasive Buy Back Program Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 1 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Vending machine offering free health and safety tools launched at Polk County Health Department - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Vending machine offering free health and safety tools launched at Polk County Health Department Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk State College will celebrate 132nd commencement with two ceremonies May 1 - Polk State College
Polk State College will celebrate 132nd commencement with two ceremonies May 1 Polk State College
Published on 23 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Burn Ban Expands to Surrounding Municipalities - Polk County Government
Polk County Burn Ban Expands to Surrounding Municipalities Polk County Government
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
News | Polk County Officials Enact Burn Ban Effective April 15 - Polk County Government
News | Polk County Officials Enact Burn Ban Effective April 15 Polk County Government
Published on 15 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Hurricane Milton Recovery Resources in Polk - Polk County Government
Hurricane Milton Recovery Resources in Polk Polk County Government
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Polk County Board of Commissioners Appoint Shawn Smith as New Fire Rescue Chief - Polk County Government
Polk County Board of Commissioners Appoint Shawn Smith as New Fire Rescue Chief Polk County Government
Published on 4 March 2025 | 8:00 am
2025 Budget Information - Polk County Iowa (.gov)
2025 Budget Information Polk County Iowa (.gov)
Published on 13 January 2025 | 3:45 pm