Residents won't feel much of a change in their property tax bills. City workers will see raises though, and there are plenty ...

Deva Simmons of Lakeland filed to run as a no-party candidate in District 18, the first potential challenger to Rep. Scott ...

George Jenkins and Winter Haven are among Polk County's best high school teams so far. Here's a look at teams from around the ...

The Colorado Rockies and Seattle Mariners play the middle contest of a 3-game interleague series Wednesday at T-Mobile Park ...

Even closer to Florida and the U.S. is Invest 94L, which is forecast to become a tropical depression this week while near the Bahamas, according to the National Hurricane Center. The next named storm ...

Galacticoaster, which will cover more than 30,000 square feet, is scheduled to open in early 2026 at Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven.

Fort Meade City Commissioners Jim Watts and Samuel Berrien each face more than one opponent in November's nonpartisan elections.

Tropical Storm Humberto formed Sept. 24. A second system may develop into the next named storm , the National Hurricane Center said.

Forecasters are watching two tropical systems in the Atlantic. Will they affect Florida? Here's Polk County's forecast.

Chipotle Mexican Grill opened its first location in Lake Wales on Sept. 23 at 23250 U.S. 27. The restaurant features a “Chipotlane,” a drive-thru pick-up lane that allows guests to pick up digital ...

St. Augustine moves into a tie for first place in Class 4A after beating Nease in Week 5. Choctawhatchee jumps to No. 3 after win against Niceville.

Senior running back Marion Clarkson scored four rushing touchdowns in last week’s win. This might be the Phoenix’s best bet for a second win. McLaughlin, 16-7. Tampa Chamberlain over Mulberry, 25-12; ...