South Fort Meade workers face a December layoff as global sulfur costs tied to Middle East shipping chaos squeeze Mosaic's bottom line.

A parent reportedly struck a coach during an 8U game in Winter Haven, and deputies say they still have no proof gambling was behind it.

The Etter family's 584-acre spread near Babson Park goes to auction next week, split into 27 parcels that could go to growers, builders or conservationists.

Jr. Davis Construction will handle the 5.7-mile widening job, with crews expected to wrap up by spring 2030.

Lucius Sealey vanished from a Sleepy Hill Road care facility before police confirmed he was found safe.

Robert Anzalone, outraised more than 50-to-1, wants to flip a Polk County seat Republicans have held since 2016.

Jessie vanished Sunday with no known destination and no clothing description on file, Bartow police say.

Hamilton Point Investments snapped up the 250-unit Verso Luxury near ChampionsGate at a steep discount from its last sale.

A new national study crowns Winter Haven the best snowbird destination for winter 2026-2027, with Lakeland right behind it.

A single swapped letter in a domain name cost a Polk County couple nearly $39,000 during their home closing.

Deputies say Tahler Lynn Weems, 35, swung a knife after a hat was knocked off during a late-night gathering in Highland City.

A school resource deputy disarmed the Morgan High student during the incident, the sheriff says.

A semi then rear-ended the box truck near Venus. Twelve Lake Placid students were aboard the bus.