Polk County

Polk County
Disney Donates $500,000 to Boost Florida Schools and Honor Teachers
Walt Disney World donates $500,000 to Florida schools while celebrating teachers and educational programs in Central Florida.

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Oilers Eye Lineup Shake-Up as They Fight Back Against Panthers in Game 4
The Edmonton Oilers face potential lineup changes as they prepare for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers.
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Urgent Call for PFAS Registry to Protect Our Veterans' Health!
Explore the urgent need for a PFAS registry to protect U.S. veterans exposed to toxic chemicals during service.

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Fawn Porter Leads Haudenosaunee in Quest for World Lacrosse Glory!
Fawn Porter leads the Haudenosaunee Nationals at the PALA women's lacrosse qualifier in Auburndale, Florida, June 26-30, 2025.

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Florida Faces Foreclosure Crisis: Shocking Rates in Major Cities!
Lakeland, Florida faces a high foreclosure rate with 1 in every 1,506 housing units affected as of June 2025, amid mixed national trends.

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Road Rage Gone Wild: Dundee Man Arrested for Attempted Murder!
A Dundee man, Joseph Martinez, was arrested in Polk County for attempted murder following a road rage shooting incident on June 7.

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Winter Haven's Ben Saltman Clinches State Tennis Title and Doubles Win!
Winter Haven's Ben Saltman wins the boys tennis state title, marking a historic achievement for Polk County athletes.

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Polk County Hosts Hurricane Expo: Get Prepared Before Storms Hit!
Polk County hosts a hurricane preparedness expo on June 10, 2025, in Davenport, offering vital resources and expert guidance for residents.

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Circuit Judge Torea Spohr Resigns Amid Controversy Over Custody Case
Circuit Judge Torea Spohr was removed from a Polk County custody case due to bias, prompting her resignation effective July 15.

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Polk County Fire Rescue Earns Gold for Top Heart Attack Care!
Polk County Fire Rescue earns the AHA's Gold Award for excellence in prehospital heart attack and stroke care in 2025.

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DeSantis Signs 6 New Bills: What They Mean for Florida Residents!
In a flurry of legislative activity as Florida’s session draws to a close, Governor Ron DeSantis has signed six bills into law, addressing a range of local needs and concerns. With many of these bills targeted at specific counties, local officials are already weighing in on how these changes will impact their communities. Among the …