New disposal rates have taken effect at the Polk County North Central Landfill and Transfer Station effective October 1. Polk County operates only a single landfill, located southeast of Lakeland on ...

As the seasons begin to shift, many people start thinking about their annual health routines-including vaccinations. While some consider a flu shot part of their yearly care, others may feel it's ...

The Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) will once again host a series of hunts to help reduce the population of invasive feral hogs on natural areas throughout the region this fall.

Lower speed limits on certain downtown streets are under consideration by the Lake Wales City Commission under a proposal brought forward by city staff and the Lake Wales Police Department. The ...

The second annual Plein Air Painting Workshop, an immersive two-day symposium for artistic endeavors sponsored by the Lake Wales Arts Council, will take place November 8–9, 2025. Set against the ...