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In Loving Memory of Leslie “Bubba” W Dunson Jr

Obituaries September 9, 2026 0

Leslie "Bubba" W Dunson Jr Apr 23, 1935 — Sep...

Developer Credit Agreement Approved for Planned 300‑Unit Bok Estates Community

Local Government and Politics September 9, 2026 0

Developer Credit Agreement Approved for Planned 300‑Unit Bok Estates...

One Movie Later: The Odyssey is an Objectively Good Movie—That I Didn’t Like!

Entertainment September 8, 2026 0

One Movie Later: The Odyssey is an Objectively Good...

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

Polk County Parks and Recreation Opens Registration for Free Spring Activity Kits

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

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