For more than a decade, the state and county have coveted a high-speed alternative to U.S. 27. Two public meetings are scheduled to discuss a route.

Polk County’s level of immunization for kindergartners dropped from 96.3% in 2021 to 93.2% in 2023, still above the statewide rate of 90.6%.

Here's what to expect this week. What's the weather forecast for Polk County, Florida? There's a chance for rain Monday afternoon or evening as another cold front moves through Florida.