HAINES CITY – The City of Haines City’s City Hall Commission Chambers were nearly at capacity during the May 1 meeting. Many attendees came to witness the swearing-in of newly re-elected Commissioner ...

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two vehicle crash Thursday evening, October 29, 2026, that resulted in the death of one of the people involved. At around 10:27 pm, first responders ...

A pedestrian died following a crash Friday morning, October 30, near 1st Street South and Emerald Avenue in Lake Wales, according to Lt. Dale Hampton with the Lake Wales Police Department. Emergency ...

During a seven-day joint-agency undercover operation led by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office focusing on those who prey upon and travel to meet children for unlawful sexual activity, and human ...

Polk County Sheriff’s Office officials say they have terminated their long-standing healthcare services agreement with YesCare after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this month.

Downtown Winter Haven has a new sound thanks to the new Oldt Carillon Bell Tower. With a $360,000 donation from community member, Mr. Tom Oldt, South Central Park now has a new 24 foot tower with 23 ...

Music lovers have several opportunities to enjoy live entertainment around Winter Haven and the surrounding area this weekend, with local bands, karaoke and afternoon performances scheduled Friday ...

On Saturday, October 31 join Discovery High school for a trick or treat event. It will be a fun and safe place to spend your Halloween! There will be candy, activities and hot dogs.

Lake Hamilton Police Chief Christopher Votour was terminated effective October 23, according to a termination letter provided directly to Daily Ridge by the Town of Lake Hamilton. The October 27 ...

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. ~ The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that occurred on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at approximately 9:12 P.M. in the southbound lanes of State Road 429 at mile ...

City of Lake Alfred, FL - Trick or Treat at Central Park will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM, in the Central Park football field parking lot. There will be candy, costumes ...