Gov. Josh Stein vetoed legislation on Wednesday that would have given private schools the option to allow teachers or school ...

Graduation rates in Polk County increased from 78% to 83%, according to state data.

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Winter Haven Police Department and Polk County Fire Rescue were searching Thursday afternoon for a juvenile in Lake Roy who was swimming ...

Today, we introduce you to Polk County Fire Rescue's new chief, Dr. Hezedean Smith. Dr. Smith was sworn in as the 8th fire chief since 1975 and first Black fire chief in the department’s history.

Fourteen schools run by the district improved their grades in 2024-25, including five that improved from a D to a C. None of ...

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd had a similar sentiment. “I’m extremely disappointed and shocked by Sheriff Lopez’ criminal conduct," Judd said.