Polk County transportation board on toll road: Move quickly, protect Bok Tower Gardens
Members of Polk's transportation planning board seemed to want to speed up the process for the eastern toll road, but also to protect sensitive areas.
Drought conditions are spreading in parts of Florida. Here's where Polk County sits
As of Feb. 14, there are 17 Florida counties with a drought index over 500, which indicates drought and increased fire danger ...
Florida Senate to consider major changes to water management districts
Backers of the plan say the districts have strayed from their original goals. The plan will be spearheaded by Sen. Jason ...
‘We feel the love from the community’: A day of remembrance 7 years after Parkland shooting
The community came together at events Friday to warmly remember the 17 people who died in the Feb. 14, 2018, shooting at ...
Here's what changes after DeSantis signs sweeping immigration laws for Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a sweeping package of immigration laws on Thursday aimed at carrying out President Donald Trump ’s mass deportation agenda.
MoonPie renames Florida because ‘we can just do this now’
Popular snack brand MoonPie has renamed the state of Florida, because “We can just do this now!” The brand jokingly renamed ...
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With 6-week ban enacted, Florida nets first decline in abortions since Roe
The statewide total of 60,755 abortions in 2024 was down 28% from 84,052 in 2023, a trend sought by supporters of the law.
Should red tide change your Valentine's Day or President's Day plans? Here's what to know
Red tide is caused by a harmful algae bloom. It can bring respiratory problems and even fish kills in high concentrations.
Don't be fooled by a storm or two. Several Florida counties seeing drought conditions
As of Feb. 14, there are 17 Florida counties with a drought index over 500, which indicates drought and increased fire danger ...