Property Tax Deadline Means Long Lines At Tax Collector Service Centers

Bartow residents are experiencing long lines at Polk County Tax Collector service centers as the April 15 property tax payment deadline approaches, with penalties looming for late payments.

Apr 25

Commissioner Nikki Fried Applauds Peace River Citrus, Coca-Cola Partnership Expansion

Apr 25

Sure-Seal® Pressure Sensitive EPDM Cover Strip

Apr 25

Lakeland Woman Finds Clarity for Funeral Wishes with Advance Planner

Apr 25

Hurricane Relief Efforts Continue, Travel Advisories Issued for Auburndale Residents

Apr 25

Florida Bill Expands 'Gang Member' Label After Just 2 Sightings

A Florida Senate bill slashing the threshold to label someone a gang member from multiple to just two associations has cleared its final committee. Sponsored by Ft. Myers Republican Sen. Jonathan Martin, SB 536 adds online posts and spouse testimony to the mix. If passed, it takes effect Oct. 1 amid rising gang concerns statewide.

Apr 25

Tampa Police Nab Suspect in Hillsborough Convenience Store Robbery Spree

Apr 25

Heat Battle for Playoff Survival in Florida's NBA Stakes

The Miami Heat find themselves in a critical stretch of the 2025-26 season, sitting just a half-game behind the Orlando Magic in the race for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. With a 34-29 record and momentum on their side, Miami must navigate a treacherous upcoming schedule to avoid the play-in tournament and secure one of the league's coveted playoff berths.

Apr 25

Florida Panthers Claim Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in Sunrise Thriller

Apr 25

Gators Baseball Sweeps No. 4 Arkansas in Historic Road Triumph

Apr 25

Panthers Crush Leafs 6-1 in Game 7, Storm to East Finals

Apr 25

Lightning Ink Top Prospect Czata to 3-Year Deal in Tampa Bay

Apr 25

Kemira Water Index 2025: No Local Impact Reported for Bartow

The Kemira Water Index 2025 has no direct impact on Bartow's local water services or infrastructure, with the city's Water Department maintaining high standards.

Apr 25

Polk County Real Estate Market Sees Shift in Early 2026: What Winter Haven Residents Need to Know

Apr 25

Rent-to-Own Offers Faith-Centered Path to Homeownership for Winter Haven Residents

Apr 25

Just Listed: 777 Vineyard Way, Poinciana, Offers Modern Comfort Near Winter Haven

Apr 25

Lakeland Residents Advised on AC Installation Ahead of Summer Heat

Apr 25

Lake Mary Coach Becomes Guardian to Orphaned Wrestler

A Lake Mary High School wrestling coach stepped up as legal guardian for student-athlete Maryellen Wingate after she lost both parents to cancer. The heartfelt act provides stability for the teen on and off the mat in Central Florida. Wingate's story highlights compassion amid tragedy.

Apr 25

Miami-Dade Schools Win $1.37M Grants to Boost Voc-Tech Amid Teacher Crunch

Apr 25

Davie, Neighbors Unite in Plantation for Relay for Life Cancer Fight

Thousands gathered Saturday in Plantation Central Park as Davie, Weston, Cooper City and Plantation rallied against cancer in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Under a Western theme, survivors walked laps, luminarias glowed in remembrance, and communities pushed toward a $10,000 goal. The event fused fun, food and fierce fundraising for Florida's cancer battle.

Apr 25

UF Team Unveils Red Tide Toxin Filter in Florida Breakthrough

Apr 25

Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice

Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.

Apr 25

Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?

Apr 25

Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World

Apr 25

First Offense DUI: Can You Avoid Conviction in Florida?

Fort Walton Beach residents facing a first-time DUI charge may have options to avoid conviction, depending on case specifics and legal strategies.

Apr 25

Jana Nayagan Leak: Details Emerge in Saint Augustine

Apr 25

Jana Nayagan Leak: Details Emerge from Unverified Reports

Apr 25

Celebrating Women Who Lead – Patti Garrison

Apr 25

Florida Drug Trafficking vs. Possession: What’s the Difference?

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged With Trading Classified Intel on Maduro Raid

A U.S. Special Forces soldier involved in January's operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been arrested and charged with using classified information to profit over $400,000 on prediction markets. Federal prosecutors allege the soldier placed multiple bets on Polymarket before the operation, raising serious national security concerns and sparking a broader investigation into insider trading on political outcomes.

Apr 25

Green Beret Busted Betting on Classified Strikes

Apr 25

Iran Seizes Ships Linked to Trump, Macron Allies in Hormuz Standoff

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged in $400K Insider Bet on Maduro Raid

Apr 25

DOJ Greenlights Firing Squads to Accelerate Federal Executions

Apr 25