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Polk County park opens natural playscape with pebble harp, mud kitchen - The Des Moines Register

Polk County park opens natural playscape with pebble harp, mud kitchen The Des Moines Register

Published on 18 May 2025 | 11:02 am

Mixed results for bills sponsored by Polk County lawmakers in incomplete session - Lakeland Ledger

Mixed results for bills sponsored by Polk County lawmakers in incomplete session Lakeland Ledger

Published on 18 May 2025 | 9:10 am

North Polk eliminates short-handed Cardinals in substate semifinals - Newton Daily News

North Polk eliminates short-handed Cardinals in substate semifinals Newton Daily News

Published on 18 May 2025 | 3:55 am

North Polk too much for Newton girls in regional team tennis opener - Newton Daily News

North Polk too much for Newton girls in regional team tennis opener Newton Daily News

Published on 18 May 2025 | 3:08 am

Mitchell, Vitale named to all-conference softball squad - PolkSports

Mitchell, Vitale named to all-conference softball squad PolkSports

Published on 18 May 2025 | 2:23 am

SAMUEL POLK Obituary (2025) - New York, NY - New York Times - Legacy.com

SAMUEL POLK Obituary (2025) - New York, NY - New York Times Legacy.com

Published on 18 May 2025 | 12:59 am

Polk County Restaurant Health Inspections May 12-19 2025 - Coosa Valley News

Polk County Restaurant Health Inspections May 12-19 2025 Coosa Valley News

Published on 17 May 2025 | 8:39 pm

Polk County teachers honored with cheesecake - Cleveland Daily Banner

Polk County teachers honored with cheesecake Cleveland Daily Banner

Published on 17 May 2025 | 8:30 pm

Polk County Authorities Warn of Text Scam - KVRR

Polk County Authorities Warn of Text Scam KVRR

Published on 17 May 2025 | 8:14 pm

Patriots Predicted to Cut Polk, Boutte, Baker Amid Crowded WR Room - Yahoo Sports

Patriots Predicted to Cut Polk, Boutte, Baker Amid Crowded WR Room Yahoo Sports

Published on 17 May 2025 | 5:30 pm

Ed Vetter, longtime educator who established Polk's first IB school, dies at 79 - Lakeland Ledger

Ed Vetter, longtime educator who established Polk's first IB school, dies at 79 Lakeland Ledger

Published on 17 May 2025 | 2:10 pm

Ex-NFL linebacker among 255 arrested in Polk human-trafficking sting - Orlando Sentinel

Published on 16 May 2025 | 8:18 pm

Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 244 in human trafficking sting, dozens in U.S. illegally, Judd says - Florida’s Voice

Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 244 in human trafficking sting, dozens in U.S. illegally, Judd says Florida’s Voice

Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:49 pm

New Playscape Opening! - Polk County Iowa (.gov)

New Playscape Opening! Polk County Iowa (.gov)

Published on 16 May 2025 | 5:03 pm

Polk County deputies arrest hundreds in sex trafficking operation - ABC7 WWSB

Polk County deputies arrest hundreds in sex trafficking operation ABC7 WWSB

Published on 16 May 2025 | 5:01 pm

‘Fool Around and Find Out:’ Polk sheriff discusses 255 arrests in undercover operation - News4JAX

‘Fool Around and Find Out:’ Polk sheriff discusses 255 arrests in undercover operation News4JAX

Published on 16 May 2025 | 4:14 pm

Polk County Jail housing inmates in Beauregard Parish due to overcrowding - KJAS.com

Polk County Jail housing inmates in Beauregard Parish due to overcrowding KJAS.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 4:13 pm

Polk County Sheriff’s Office warns of toll scam - Valley News Live

Polk County Sheriff’s Office warns of toll scam Valley News Live

Published on 16 May 2025 | 3:52 pm

TRAFFIC ALERT: Duke Energy helicopter work to impact areas on I-4, other roads in Polk County. Here’s where - WKMG

TRAFFIC ALERT: Duke Energy helicopter work to impact areas on I-4, other roads in Polk County. Here’s where WKMG

Published on 16 May 2025 | 3:23 pm

Grady Judd: 255 suspects, including 36 illegal immigrants, busted in operation ‘Fool Around and Find Out’ - FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Grady Judd: 255 suspects, including 36 illegal immigrants, busted in operation ‘Fool Around and Find Out’ FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Published on 16 May 2025 | 3:17 pm

Eleven suspects arrested during undercover investigation focusing on those who travel to have sex with minors - DailyRidge.com

Eleven suspects arrested during undercover investigation focusing on those who travel to have sex with minors DailyRidge.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 2:19 pm

Softball: No wild finishes as Bartow, Lake Wales come up short in regional finals - Lakeland Ledger

Softball: No wild finishes as Bartow, Lake Wales come up short in regional finals Lakeland Ledger

Published on 16 May 2025 | 4:00 am

Polk County Jail resorts to moving inmates to Louisiana amid staffing, overcrowding issues - KETK.com

Polk County Jail resorts to moving inmates to Louisiana amid staffing, overcrowding issues KETK.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 2:21 am

'He was a superhero': Children remember father killed as bystander in Polk County crash - wtsp.com

'He was a superhero': Children remember father killed as bystander in Polk County crash wtsp.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 2:12 am

'He was a superhero': Children remember father killed as bystander in Polk County crash - wtsp.com

'He was a superhero': Children remember father killed as bystander in Polk County crash wtsp.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 2:09 am

Polk deputies install new warning signs after woman killed by alligator in state park - wtsp.com

Polk deputies install new warning signs after woman killed by alligator in state park wtsp.com

Published on 16 May 2025 | 1:41 am

Inmates shipped to Louisiana due to staffing, Polk County Sheriff says - ABC13 Houston

Inmates shipped to Louisiana due to staffing, Polk County Sheriff says ABC13 Houston

Published on 15 May 2025 | 11:27 pm

255 Arrested in Polk County Sting Operation “Fool Around and Find Out” — Suspect Allegedly Offered $800 for Sex Act – Press Conference Tomorrow - DailyRidge.com

255 Arrested in Polk County Sting Operation “Fool Around and Find Out” — Suspect Allegedly Offered $800 for Sex Act – Press Conference Tomorrow DailyRidge.com

Published on 15 May 2025 | 9:35 pm

Polk County ‘street racer’ arrested for speeding 108 mph with teen in car - FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Polk County ‘street racer’ arrested for speeding 108 mph with teen in car FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Published on 15 May 2025 | 4:53 pm

Polk State Respiratory Care application open through May 31 - Polk State College

Polk State Respiratory Care application open through May 31 Polk State College

Published on 15 May 2025 | 4:34 pm

'Suspicious' overnight fire at Lakeland home, injures two people, Polk County Fire Rescue says - Lakeland Ledger

'Suspicious' overnight fire at Lakeland home, injures two people, Polk County Fire Rescue says Lakeland Ledger

Published on 15 May 2025 | 3:40 pm

Polk County Fire Rescue Responds to Suspicious Fire on Dawn Heights Drive - Polk County Government

Polk County Fire Rescue Responds to Suspicious Fire on Dawn Heights Drive Polk County Government

Published on 15 May 2025 | 2:29 pm

Polk County addresses jail overcrowding by sending inmates to Louisiana - KTRE

Polk County addresses jail overcrowding by sending inmates to Louisiana KTRE

Published on 15 May 2025 | 2:20 pm

Polk County inmates temporarily housed in Louisiana amid staffing crisis - Click2Houston

Polk County inmates temporarily housed in Louisiana amid staffing crisis Click2Houston

Published on 15 May 2025 | 1:13 pm

'We don't need more jobs': Polk commissioners debate property tax breaks for new businesses - Lakeland Ledger

'We don't need more jobs': Polk commissioners debate property tax breaks for new businesses Lakeland Ledger

Published on 15 May 2025 | 9:10 am

Six arrested in Polk County double murder case - FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Six arrested in Polk County double murder case FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Published on 15 May 2025 | 2:16 am

Polk County employee sues supervisors over alleged hostile work environment - KCCI

Polk County employee sues supervisors over alleged hostile work environment KCCI

Published on 15 May 2025 | 2:03 am

6 arrested in deadly Lakeland crash deputies say started with drug deal - wtsp.com

6 arrested in deadly Lakeland crash deputies say started with drug deal wtsp.com

Published on 14 May 2025 | 10:01 pm

FHP: Lake Wales man dies in collision with tractor-trailer on Old Polk City Road - Lakeland Ledger

FHP: Lake Wales man dies in collision with tractor-trailer on Old Polk City Road Lakeland Ledger

Published on 14 May 2025 | 10:00 pm

Polk County ends its burn ban, saying recent heavy rains reduced wildfire risk - Lakeland Ledger

Polk County ends its burn ban, saying recent heavy rains reduced wildfire risk Lakeland Ledger

Published on 14 May 2025 | 9:30 pm

4 in custody after domestic Mother’s Day shooting in Coldwater, police say - Action News 5

4 in custody after domestic Mother’s Day shooting in Coldwater, police say Action News 5

Published on 14 May 2025 | 9:04 pm

Polk County Fire Rescue Station 25 Grand Opening - Polk County Government

Polk County Fire Rescue Station 25 Grand Opening Polk County Government

Published on 14 May 2025 | 8:49 pm

6 arrested in Lakeland shooting that started as targeted drug robbery, Polk sheriff says - Lakeland Ledger

6 arrested in Lakeland shooting that started as targeted drug robbery, Polk sheriff says Lakeland Ledger

Published on 14 May 2025 | 8:40 pm

Polk County Repeals Burn Ban - Polk County Government

Polk County Repeals Burn Ban Polk County Government

Published on 14 May 2025 | 8:19 pm

Six arrested in Lakeland double murder - ABC7 WWSB

Six arrested in Lakeland double murder ABC7 WWSB

Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:22 pm

4, including 3 teens, charged with murder after double homicide in Polk County - ABC Action News

4, including 3 teens, charged with murder after double homicide in Polk County ABC Action News

Published on 14 May 2025 | 6:44 pm

6 face charges in Secret Cove double-murder, Polk sheriff's office says - Bay News 9

6 face charges in Secret Cove double-murder, Polk sheriff's office says Bay News 9

Published on 14 May 2025 | 6:28 pm

Polk Co. Sheriff issues alligator advisory, sign installed after back-to-back attacks - FOX 35 Orlando

Polk Co. Sheriff issues alligator advisory, sign installed after back-to-back attacks FOX 35 Orlando

Published on 14 May 2025 | 5:50 pm

‘They’re kids:’ Accused shooter, 17, among 6 arrested in deadly Polk ambush, Sheriff Judd says - WKMG

‘They’re kids:’ Accused shooter, 17, among 6 arrested in deadly Polk ambush, Sheriff Judd says WKMG

Published on 14 May 2025 | 5:20 pm

Polk Co. Sheriff gets into fight with man while getting mail: sheriff’s office - WSPA 7NEWS

Polk Co. Sheriff gets into fight with man while getting mail: sheriff’s office WSPA 7NEWS

Published on 14 May 2025 | 4:40 pm

Polk County sheriff involved in reported altercation: SBI, District Attorney investigating - WLOS

Polk County sheriff involved in reported altercation: SBI, District Attorney investigating WLOS

Published on 14 May 2025 | 3:11 pm

New lawsuit alleges retaliation, harassment of Polk County deputy administrator - The Des Moines Register

New lawsuit alleges retaliation, harassment of Polk County deputy administrator The Des Moines Register

Published on 14 May 2025 | 11:03 am

'She's proud': Aunt's cancer plight propels Polk County student's award-winning science project - Lakeland Ledger

'She's proud': Aunt's cancer plight propels Polk County student's award-winning science project Lakeland Ledger

Published on 14 May 2025 | 9:10 am

When is the last day of school in Polk County? Here's what you need to know - Lakeland Ledger

When is the last day of school in Polk County? Here's what you need to know Lakeland Ledger

Published on 14 May 2025 | 9:01 am

Polk Virtual School to shutter at conclusion of school year - Bay News 9

Polk Virtual School to shutter at conclusion of school year Bay News 9

Published on 14 May 2025 | 12:00 am

Man shot in Lakeland crashed car into home, strikes e-bike rider: PCSO - ABC Action News

Man shot in Lakeland crashed car into home, strikes e-bike rider: PCSO ABC Action News

Published on 13 May 2025 | 6:51 pm

Polk qualifies four individuals, relay team for state track and field championships - The Tryon Daily Bulletin

Polk qualifies four individuals, relay team for state track and field championships The Tryon Daily Bulletin

Published on 13 May 2025 | 4:52 pm

Three Polk State collegiate high school students graduate with bachelor’s degrees - Polk State College

Three Polk State collegiate high school students graduate with bachelor’s degrees Polk State College

Published on 13 May 2025 | 1:35 pm

AmeriCorps cuts hit Polk County Conservation - Axios

AmeriCorps cuts hit Polk County Conservation Axios

Published on 13 May 2025 | 11:20 am

Another Polk County golf course is targeted for redevelopment. Residents are in an uproar - Lakeland Ledger

Another Polk County golf course is targeted for redevelopment. Residents are in an uproar Lakeland Ledger

Published on 13 May 2025 | 9:10 am

Breaking: 2 dead, including bystander, after drug deal goes wrong in Lakeland, PCSO says - Lakeland Ledger

Breaking: 2 dead, including bystander, after drug deal goes wrong in Lakeland, PCSO says Lakeland Ledger

Published on 12 May 2025 | 11:37 pm

Grady Judd: Driver fatally shot before slamming into Lakeland home, killing man passing by on electric bicycle - FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Grady Judd: Driver fatally shot before slamming into Lakeland home, killing man passing by on electric bicycle FOX 13 Tampa Bay

Published on 12 May 2025 | 11:08 pm

2 dead after car crashes into Polk County home; sheriff links incident to possible drug deal - FOX 35 Orlando

2 dead after car crashes into Polk County home; sheriff links incident to possible drug deal FOX 35 Orlando

Published on 12 May 2025 | 9:49 pm

Michael Jordan is joining NBC as special contributor for its NBA coverage - Atlanta News First

Michael Jordan is joining NBC as special contributor for its NBA coverage Atlanta News First

Published on 12 May 2025 | 8:00 pm

1 arrested after investigators bust major fentanyl, meth operation in Polk County - KETK.com

1 arrested after investigators bust major fentanyl, meth operation in Polk County KETK.com

Published on 12 May 2025 | 5:04 pm

Escaped Polk County inmate 'done Houdini’d his way outta custody' - FOX 5 Atlanta

Escaped Polk County inmate 'done Houdini’d his way outta custody' FOX 5 Atlanta

Published on 11 May 2025 | 5:27 pm

Polk County History Center Architectural Tour – May 2025 - Polk County Government

Polk County History Center Architectural Tour – May 2025 Polk County Government

Published on 9 May 2025 | 5:11 pm

Polk County Celebrates Opening of Constructed Wetlands Leachate Treatment System at North Central Landfill - Polk County Government

Polk County Celebrates Opening of Constructed Wetlands Leachate Treatment System at North Central Landfill Polk County Government

Published on 8 May 2025 | 1:59 pm

Accreditation team invites public comment on Polk State’s Kenneth C. Thompson Institute of Public Safety - Polk State College

Accreditation team invites public comment on Polk State’s Kenneth C. Thompson Institute of Public Safety Polk State College

Published on 7 May 2025 | 7:00 am

Latest routes for East Polk County toll road shift miles to the north, still cut family farms - Lakeland Ledger

Latest routes for East Polk County toll road shift miles to the north, still cut family farms Lakeland Ledger

Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am

Polk County School Board Meeting Schedule for May 2025 - Polk County Public Schools

Polk County School Board Meeting Schedule for May 2025 Polk County Public Schools

Published on 5 May 2025 | 9:21 pm

Polk State Music students learn from accomplished musician and professor - Polk State College

Polk State Music students learn from accomplished musician and professor Polk State College

Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am

3 students injured in after-prom shooting in Polk County - Lakeland Ledger

3 students injured in after-prom shooting in Polk County Lakeland Ledger

Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am

Polk State Physical Therapist Assistant application open through May 31 - Polk State College

Polk State Physical Therapist Assistant application open through May 31 Polk State College

Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am

Polk County Kicks Off Mental Health Month by Providing Resources to the Community - Polk County Government

Polk County Kicks Off Mental Health Month by Providing Resources to the Community Polk County Government

Published on 2 May 2025 | 7:00 am

3 Things to Know About Property Tax Credit Programs - Polk County Iowa (.gov)

3 Things to Know About Property Tax Credit Programs Polk County Iowa (.gov)

Published on 1 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

Gateway student to earn Polk State degree at just 15 - Polk State College

Gateway student to earn Polk State degree at just 15 Polk State College

Published on 1 May 2025 | 7:00 am

Polk State extends summer fees deadline to May 9 - Polk State College

Polk State extends summer fees deadline to May 9 Polk State College

Published on 30 April 2025 | 7:00 am

All clear at Polk State College - Polk State College

All clear at Polk State College Polk State College

Published on 30 April 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 County Senior Sites Menu - Polk County Iowa (.gov)

Polk County Senior Sites Menu Polk County Iowa (.gov)

Published on 28 April 2025 | 7:00 am

Polk State Cardiovascular Technology application open through May 30 - Polk State College

Polk State Cardiovascular Technology application open through May 30 Polk State College

Published on 25 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

Bunnyville Bash - Polk County Government

Bunnyville Bash Polk County Government

Published on 19 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

Open registration for Summer 2025 Semester will begin March 31 at Polk State College - Polk State College

Open registration for Summer 2025 Semester will begin March 31 at Polk State College Polk State College

Published on 12 March 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

Polk State to host pair of open house events during Spring 2025 Semester - Polk State College

Polk State to host pair of open house events during Spring 2025 Semester Polk State College

Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am

Vanessa Polk - Women's Volleyball - Pepperdine University Athletics

Vanessa Polk - Women's Volleyball Pepperdine University Athletics

Published on 18 January 2025 | 8:40 am

2025 Budget Information - Polk County Iowa (.gov)

2025 Budget Information Polk County Iowa (.gov)

Published on 13 January 2025 | 3:45 pm

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