Republican candidates, three of them incumbents, easily won Tuesday’s five elections for seats in the Florida Legislature in districts that contain parts of Polk County. The results continue a ...

Hillsborough County is the latest to issue a ban, issuing it on Tuesday. Citrus, Hernando, Polk and Pasco counties also are under a burn restriction from the Florida Forest Service.

LAKELAND, Fla. — Movie magic is being made in parts of Polk County. A local author is bringing his book to the big screen while showcasing several Lakeland businesses along the way. One of the ...