Winter Haven High student, native of Colombia, elected governor at Girls State in Tallahassee
Ana Maria Ruiz Perea of Winter Haven High became the first Polk County student elected as governor at the annual Girls State ...
Police make 2nd arrest in botched armed robbery that led to teen's shooting death in Winter Haven
A 17-year-old who Winter Haven police say shot and killed an 18-year-old who was trying to rob him now faces criminal charges ...
Second person arrested after attempted robbery in Winter Haven kills teen
A second person was arrested in connection to a shooting that left an 18-year-old dead at the Abbey Lane Apartments, the ...
Boys basketball district breakdown: Here's who will win, here's who will advance from Polk
Outlook: Polk teams are even bigger long shots in this district to make the playoffs. George Jenkins is ranked No. 14 in the ...
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Winter Haven Duo Arrested For Dollar General Theft, Fleeing Scene: Polk County Sheriff
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A Winter Haven couple was arrested late Thursday night for retail theft and related charges following an incident at a Dollar General store. On Thursday, January 31st, at ...
Considering a run for office? 11 municipalities in Polk begin qualifying soon for April election
Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.
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Auburndale Woman With History Of Theft Arrested For Barbecue Burglary
Kimberlee Renee Meadows, 43, of Auburndale, was arrested on Thursday, January 30th, by the Polk County Sheriff's Office for burglary and ...
Modern art: Renovation brings 47-year-old building at Polk State College into 21st century
The Florida Legislature allocated $16.2 million in 2021 for the renovation of Polk State's Winter Haven Fine Arts Building, ...