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Hearing on Electronic Court Records Access Rule

2 hours ago

"The Florida Supreme Court will hold a public hearing to consider proposed amendments to Florida Rule of Judicial Administration 2.530 – Access to Electronic Court Records. The hearing will be held on July 11, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the Supreme Court Courtroom, 500 South Duval Street, Tallahassee, Florida. All interested persons are invited to attend. Those unable to attend in person may view the hearing via the Supreme Court’s website channel, WFSU: Gavel to Gavel, or the Florida Channel."

A Heart for Heros to host Boots & Buckles Festival and Ride-A-Thon in Bartow

22 hours ago

"Boots & Buckles Festival and Giddy-Up Ride-A-Thon Fundraiser Join us Saturday, October 28th for our Annual Boots & Buckles Festival and Ride-A-Thon Fundraiser!! Gates open at 10AM!You'll get to spend the day having a blast! We will have Vendors, DJ, Costume Contests, Face Painting, Stick Horse Races, Pony Rides, A K-9 Demo, Arts and Crafts, Phenomenal Raffles and so much more!! Come out, bring the whole family and support a wonderful nonprofit right here in your own back yard!!•Vendors- if you'd like to set up a booth, please contact Kimberly Williams at 863-602-2604.#AHeartforHEROs #RockinWRanch #BootsandBucklesFestival #RideAThon #Bartow #CentralFlorida #NonprofitFor more information, please visit our event page:​https://facebook.com/events/s/boots-and-buckles-festival-and/1014911452994660/?mibextid=Gg3lNB "

Polk Teachers Get Free Crayola Experience Admission in July

1 day ago

"Crayola Experience Teacher Appreciation Days Polk County Teachers receive FREE admission July 1st – July 31st with valid school ID. Accompanying family members receive a discounted rate of $19.99 per person. For event details and tickets visit: https://www.crayolaexperience.com/orlando/plan-your-visit/teacher-appreciation-days"

Polk County to Host City Nature Challenge in 2026

1 day ago

"The City Nature Challenge is a global celebration of biodiversity—and you can be part of it right here in Polk County. From April 24–26, 2026, community members across the region will join nature lovers around the world in observing, documenting, and sharing the wild species that call our local landscapes home."

First United Methodist Church to Hold Charge Conference October 27

1 day ago

"Our Charge Conference will be held on October 27th at 3:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary."

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