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In Loving Memory of Charles Ray Ward, 82, of Lake Wales

Obituaries July 22, 2025 0

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Central Polk Parkway Extension near Thornhill Road Raises Concerns About Traffic, Schools, and Flooding

Polk County July 22, 2025 0

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In Loving Memory of Arthur Milton Cotton, 94, of Frostproof

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Arthur Milton Cotton, 94 Arthur Milton Cotton of Frostproof...

Local Former MLB Player Looks to Give Back; Begins Construction of State-Of-The-Art Baseball Academy

Polk County Government Issues Reminder on Watering Limits

Multiple Fires Sparked Yesterday Despite Current Polk County Burn Ban

PHOTO GALLERY: Harrison School for the Arts 35th Anniversary Gala

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Fire Weather Warning Issued March 17 for Polk County

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Polk County Residents: Register Now for Free Bunny Mail; Limited Availability

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