Polk County approves higher water fees for new construction and reclaimed water
Polk County commissioners voted last week to raise water connection fees and irrigation rates to manage surging construction expenses and conserve local groundwater.
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WNC Bridge Foundation grant supports Polk County children
POLK COUNTY—The WNC Bridge Foundation has awarded a grant to the Polk County YMCA to help provide snacks for children participating in the organization’s 2026 Summer Camp and Afterschool Care […]
District schools schedule orientation, Meet the Teacher events ahead of new school year
POLK COUNTY—Polk County Schools will welcome students and families back for the 2026-27 school year with a series of orientation and Meet the Teacher events at schools across the district […]
Meals on Wheels, Long Term Recovery Group partner to connect residents with Helene recovery assistance
POLK COUNTY—Polk County Meals on Wheels and the Polk County Long Term Recovery Group (LTRG) have partnered to help ensure residents still recovering from Hurricane Helene have access to needed […]
Polk County says Iowa’s first 2026 measles case is no outbreak after 21-day window closes
This follows the first measles case reported in Iowa in 2026. July 26th marked 21 days since the last community-based exposure.
Polk County Commissioners approve key measures in school funding and emergency management
COLUMBUS— The Polk County Board of Commissioners approved several items related to county operations, emergency management, schools and disaster recovery during its regular meeting Monday, July 20, at the...
Polk County students discover the importance of insects through Champions for Wildlife program
POLK COUNTY—More than 80 Polk County elementary students spent the spring learning that some of nature’s smallest creatures can have the biggest impact through an after-school program led by Champions […]
Polk, Rutherford transit systems receive $800,000 grant to provide free rides to Isothermal Community College
FOOTHILLS—Students in Polk and Rutherford will soon have access to free transportation to and from Isothermal Community College after Polk County Transit and Rutherford County Transit were awarded an $800,...
Polk County firefighters battle fire at Battery USA in Lakeland: PCFR
Polk County Fire Rescue said it was working to extinguish a commercial structure fire on Combee Road in Lakeland. The building was a Battery USA store.
Polk County bridge collapses after truck crashes into it
A Polk County road is closed after a truck clipped the bottom of a bridge as it was driving underneath it, causing the bridge to collapse into the street.
Arkansas baseball assistant Hudson Polk takes job at Hutchinson Community College
Polk, who spent four years with the Razorbacks as a player and an assistant coach, will be a hitting coach and recruiting coordinator.
Polk County Fire Rescue to approve new Delta shift schedule to reduce hours, overtime
Polk County Fire Rescue and its union reached a tentative agreement Tuesday to launch a new scheduling shift designed to improve work-life balance for local firefighters.
Tryon Garden Club launches annual membership program for Pearson’s Falls & Glen
POLK COUNTY— The Tryon Garden Club has announced a new annual membership program for Pearson’s Falls & Glen, giving visitors a new way to support the historic nature preserve while […]
Cyclosporiasis cases rise in Polk County as health officials warn about fresh produce
Polk County has already logged 19 cyclosporiasis cases this year, up from 11 in all of 2025.
Polk County High School seeking host families for international exchange students
POLK COUNTY—Polk County High School is looking for welcoming families in the community to open their homes to international exchange students for the 2026-2027 school year—and, say those who have […]
Students explore herbalism and Appalachian plant traditions at Pearson Falls
POLK COUNTY—Rising seventh through ninth graders spent a week outdoors in one of the region’s most remarkable natural settings this summer, immersing themselves in the ancient practice of herbalism durin...
Polk County Unity Masonic Lodge brings community together for Coon Dog Day breakfast
SALUDA—The Polk County Unity Masonic Lodge #482, located at 662 Ozone Drive, welcomed locals, visitors, and friends of the lodge for a community breakfast on Coon Dog Day. This annual […]
Residents call for increased patrols, safety improvements on Polk County Line Road
POLK COUNTY—Residents who live along Polk County Line Road in the Sunny View community are calling for increased traffic enforcement and roadway safety improvements, saying speeding has become a persistent...
Contractors share updates on Lake Adger sediment removal project
POLK COUNTY—Contractors working on the Lake Adger FEMA recovery project recently hosted a tour for Polk County officials, Sen. Tim Moffitt and Rep. Jake Johnson to highlight ongoing sediment and […]
Polk Sheriff Judd: Officers shoot, kill man who murdered his girlfriend in 'classic suicide by cop'
Polk Sheriff Judd: Officers shoot, kill man who murdered his girlfriend in 'classic suicide by cop'
Polk County testing dozens for measles after a vaccinated resident is infected
The Polk County Health Department has confirmed its first measles case of 2026 in a vaccinated resident, prompting testing and precautions to prevent further spread.
Brother of 'deviant' Lakeland Santa accused of exposing himself to child at Walmart
Polk County deputies arrested a 62-year-old man who they say exposed himself to a 5-year-old child inside a Mulberry Walmart after a Crime Stoppers tip ended a two-day search.
Polk County Fourth of July fireworks: Where to watch in Lakeland, Winter Haven Friday night
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
Polk County effort aims to rebrand State Road 60 to 'Route 60' after iconic Route 66
Polk County leaders and business owners are backing an ambitious proposal to rebrand State Road 60 as Route 60 to create a coast-to-coast tourism adventure across Florida.